With the 69th pick, the Florida Panthers selected defenseman John Ludvig from Kamloops (BC), Canada.
6’1″, 198 lbs and left-handed, Ludvig played with the Portland Winterhawks (WHL) during the 2018-19 season. In 58 games, Ludvig recorded 5G, 13, and 18 points. The previous season (2017-18), he only tallied 2G, 5A, and 7 points in 51 games.
Known for his solid build, Ludvig isn’t afraid to throw his body and loves to connect with an opposing forward when they meet at the blue line. Furthermore, Ludvig is a player who will drop the gloves to stick up for himself or a teammate in the heat of the moment.