Described as throwing "crushing open-ice hits, net-front maulings, overpowering crunches" by EliteProspects in their 2025 NHL draft guide, Brady Peddle has built up a reputation as one of the USHL's toughest customers--one that earned him a third round selection in the draft by the Pittsburgh Penguins.
This upcoming season, Peddle will be taking his talents to the QMJHL's Charlottetown Islanders ahead of his 2026-27 commitment to Michigan State.
Peddle, 18, had 10 points (3+7) through 62 games with the Waterloo Black Hawks, however exploded for 10 points (1+9) over 15 games in the playoff.
Peddle was drafted to the QMJHL in 2023 by the Gatineau Olympiques (50th overall). However, his signing rights were traded this summer by Gatineau with a second round pick for another second round pick.
Peddle is the younger brother of Saint John Sea Dogs player and Columbus Blue Jackets' 2023 seventh round pick Tyler Peddle.
Only Three QMJHL Players Invited To Canadian World Junior Summer Camp
Even though the <a href="https://thehockeynews.com/international">World Juniors</a> is still almost half a year away, Team Canada is already trying to sort out their shortlist on who should get the first call come December.
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