Mathis Preston #96 Spokane Chiefs – July 21, 2008 – Right shot right wing. 5.11 / 177
Preston is a skilled forward. Strength: Anticipates the play effectively and consistently gets pucks through traffic to the net. Possesses a quick, accurate shot and competes hard along the boards, often regaining possession when he loses it. Willingly takes a hit to make a play and immediately re-engages in the action. Uses his body effectively and can make crisp, accurate passes even under heavy pressure. Opportunity for Improvement: None noted.
| Skating | Shooting | Passing | Puck Handling Skills | Hockey IQ | Physicality | Offensive Upside | Defensive Upside |
| 8 | 9 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 6 |
Ossie McIntyre #19 Spokane Chiefs – March 18, 2009 – Left shot centre. 5.09 / 163
McIntyre is a defensive forward. Strength: Thinks the game quickly and consistently finds open ice. Anticipates the play well with strong situational awareness and keeps his head up as a puck carrier. A reliable backchecker who disrupts opposing rushes effectively. Shows good edge work and balance, often battling through traffic—even when triple-teamed along the boards—to come out with the puck. Finishes his checks with a touch of grit, even got into a fight in this viewing. Opportunity for Improvement: Can be knocked down too easily; would benefit from improving his stance and lower-body strength to increase stability.
| Skating | Shooting | Passing | Puck Handling Skills | Hockey IQ | Physicality | Offensive Upside | Defensive Upside |
| 7 | 4 | 4 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 4 | 4 |
Carter Esler #30 Spokane Chiefs – November 28, 2008 – Left catch goalie. 5.10 / 166
Strength: Handles the puck well and challenges shooters aggressively at the top of the crease. Maintains strong positioning, staying square to the shooter with a solid glove hand. Recovers quickly to his feet and effectively directs pucks out of play or into the corners. Holds his ground under pressure in front of the net. Opportunity for Improvement: None noted.
| Technical Fundamentals | Positioning | Skating | Athleticism & Reflexes | Situational Play / IQ | Rebound Control | Compete | Starter / Back-up |
| 6 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | Starter |