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Giorgos Pantelas, a 62, 214-pound defenseman from Laval, Quebec, is a standout player for the Brandon Wheat Kings in the WHL. Born on April 24, 2008, hes eligible for the 2026 NHL draft, currently ranked around 40-60 in major rankings. This season, Pantelas has shown significant growth in his offensive game, jumping from 10 points to 37, mostly assists. He handles the puck confidently and moves well to start rushes. Defensively, Pantelas is a physical wall in the neutral zone, using his size to hit hard and keep gaps tight. Hes known for his shutdown defense and smart puck-poking abilities. While he can get too aggressive chasing hits, his speed helps him recover most times. Pantelas two-way potential has teams eyeing him for the second round as a penalty-killer with some backend scoring. He also brings hardware to the table, including gold from the 2024 under-17 world hockey challenge and bronze at the 2025 Hlinka Gretzky Cup.

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