Cooper Foster

March 2024 – Foster, in his draft year, was playing in a middle-six role in the OHL with the Ottawa 67s. This season, he got a bump to the top-six and the top line. This increase in playing time helped show why the Penguins believed in him. He is an undersized center with solid speed and good fluidity in his skating. His vision is likely to be the best quality as a player. On multiple occasions, in live viewings of him this season, Foster found a tight window to fit dangerous passes through. As he gets closer to pro hockey, he must improve his speed, shot, and ability to get to dangerous areas when off the puck. One more year in junior will be a big test to see where his potential NHL future will be. Tyler Ball