Our 2016 NHL Draft prospect profile series continues today with Ondrej Vala. This Czech defensemen boasts a large frame, interesting set of tools, and some untapped potential. Let's take a closer look at his game to see what Vala is all about.
Who is Ondrej Vala?
Ondrej Vala was born on April 13, 1998, making him 18 years old. The left handed defenseman from Kolin, Czech Republic is listed by the WHL website at 6'4, 216 lbs. making him one of the larger players in this year's draft. Vala came up through the youth and junior ranks at HC Pardubice in his native Czech Republic before moving to Canada last year to play major junior with the Kamloops Blazers of the WHL.