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Fantasy Summary

Faceoff specialist with great hockey sense, a strong motor and decent playmaking. Physical game and skating need work, but has upside as a middle-six defensive centre.


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June 2025 – Boilard was recently dealt to the Shawinigan Cataractes of the QMJHL. Last season, while playing for the Baie-Comeau Drakkar of the QMJHL, he posted 12 goals and 34 assists for a total of 46 points in 53 games. Additionally, Boilard put up four goals and five assists in 11 playoff games. The intelligent, playmaking center, listed at 6-2  and 201 pounds, looks to continue to hone his game at the junior level, in the hopes of earning a pro contract with New York in the future. Brendan Ferry

July 2024 – Boilard was selected 119th overall by the New York Rangers. Mark Henry

April 2024 – Boilard continues to be one of the more complete centers coming out of QMJHL, as he provides the Drakkar with consistent offensive creativity while being an absolute magician at the faceoff circle. There are parts of his game that need immediate attention (defense positioning, initiating physical contact, and his skating stride), but in general, Boilard projects as a bottom-to-middle-six center with offensive upside. He is capable of playing with better players and thrives in high-pressure situations. His ability to work his way out of tight spaces and his net-front skills highlight a diverse offensive toolkit. Boilard will need the attention of a skills coach to refine his abilities, but I am confident Boilard has what it takes to be an NHLer at center ice. Sasha Legarde

April rankings: 42nd

February 2024 – Raoul Boilard has impressed with his growth as a player in the QMJHL this year. He stands out due to his improved puck-handling skills, excellent vision, confidence when attacking the middle of the ice, and he is a faceoff wizard to boot.  Also, Boilard possesses great hands, effortlessly maneuvering through tight spaces and executing precise passes through open seams. Boilard drives his line, no questions about it. Defensively, Boilard is reliable and benefits from consistent scanning habits, enabling him to intercept passes and break up plays effectively. However, there is room for improvement in his skating and his agility. Additionally, considering Boilard’s size at 6’2″ and 190 pounds, he needs to engage more physically along the boards and down low in the defensive zone, adding another dimension to his game.  Overall, Boilard has a fun blend of skills and potential for some serious growth moving forward. Sasha Lagarde

February rankings:  37th

Attributes
Fantasy Upside 7.5
NHL Certainty 7.5
Country CAN
Position C
Roster Type Junior
Shoot/Glove Left
Date of Birth January 7, 2006
Height 6‘2”
Weight 201 lbs
Drafted 2024 Round 4; Overall: 119
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Stats – Frozen Tools – Profile on FT

SeasonLeagueTeamGPGAPTSPIM+/-
2024-2025QMJHLBaie-Comeau Drakkar5312344628-13
2023-2024QMJHLBaie-Comeau Drakkar682240624827
2022-2023BCHLAlberni Valley Bulldogs23681460
2022-2023BCHLSalmon Arm Silverbacks2544860
2021-2022QM18AAAMagog Cantonniers391727441610
2019-2020QBAAA RSherbrooke Harfangs M15 AAA231081880
2019-2020QBAAASherbrooke Harfangs M15 AAA E200000
2018-2019QC Int PWSeminaire St-Joseph202200
2018-2019LHPS M16Seminaire St-Joseph M16110100
2018-2019LHPS M15 MajeurSeminaire St-Joseph M15 D1 R100000
2017-2018QC Int PWCollege du Mont-Ste-Anne PW210100

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