Despite the number of strong performances across the Ottawa Senators’ prospect pool, the choice for Most Valuable was a clear one. Jake Sanderson, the recipient of the Best Defender award, had an offensive season worthy of a Top-5 pick.
His sophomore season saw him lead the North Dakota Fighting Hawks with 1.13 points per game, a total he reached in spite of the team losing several stars from last season, including Jordan Kawaguchi, Collin Adams, and fellow Sens prospect Shane Pinto.
It’s too easy for Jake Sanderson. He picks up another primary assist here after embarrassing Miami for the millionth time this game.