Michigan Tech freshman Chase Pietila is ranked 108th in the NHL Central Scouting's final ranking of North American skaters for the 2024 Upper Deck NHL Draft, leading the team in assists and ranking high among freshman defensemen nationally.

By the Numbers
  • Pietila played 175 games in the USHL for three seasons.
  • Matthew Van Blaricom accumulated 68 points in 47 games for the Humboldt Broncos in 2023-24.
State of Play
  • Final rankings for North American skaters and goalies have been disclosed by NHL Central Scouting.
  • The 2024 NHL Draft is scheduled for June 28 and 29 in Las Vegas at Sphere.
Bottom Line

Chase Pietila and Matthew Van Blaricom's rankings in the NHL Central Scouting report highlight their potential in the upcoming NHL Draft, with the event set to take place in June in Las Vegas.