Akey has three points in four games with Barrie after shining through during rookie tournament action last month.
Akey was selected 56th overall by the Oilers in 2023, and quickly became one of the team’s top prospects. After an impressive showing during Edmonton’s prospect tournament run in Penticton, Akey was sent back to the OHL, where he already has three points in four games with Barrie.Akey was a pillar on the Colts’ blueline last year, recording 11 goals and 47 points – a 31-point increase over his rookie campaign.
Akey is a speedy defenseman with good puckhandling and passing traits. While his offensive game has started to really show, he’s also strong enough in his own zone to be competent at the OHL level. Akey’s confidence was brimming during the Young Stars tournament, where he was easily one of the best players in the tournament, regardless of team.
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