Malcolm Spence lands commitment with Michigan Hockey, projected pick at NHL Entry Draft

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 13, 2025, 01:55 IST

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Malcolm Spence, a highly touted 18-year-old forward from Mississauga, Ontario, has committed to Michigan Hockey. The projected first-round NHL draft pick, standing at 6-foot-2 and weighing 201 pounds, brings a wealth of experience from his three seasons with the Erie Otters of the OHL (Ontario Hockey League), amassing 177 points. He is also projected to be first round pick in NHL Entry Draft this summer.

Malcolm Spence

Malcolm Spence recently made the headlines when he committed to Michigan Hockey. The 18-year-old star hails from Mississauga, Ontario and is 6-foot-2, weighing 201 pounds. He is expected to help Michigan with his arrival in Ann Arbor. Spence is also projected as a first-round pick in the NHL Entry Draft this summer. Malcolm Spence gets committed to Michigan Hockey

Announcing the news with an Instagram post, Spence shared a picture with the caption, "GO BLUE". The rising star was the Erie Otters of the OHL (Ontario Hockey League) for three seasons. During this, he totalled 177 points in 195 regular season games. The social media handle of Michigan Hockey's Future also shared the news, detailing his achievements. They wrote, "A second elite CHL piece has committed to @umichhockey! Malcolm Spence is a star forward who played 3 years in Erie (OHL) and is expected to be a 1st round draft pick in this summer’s #NHLDraft. He’s won gold for Canada at the Hlinka-Gretzky & U18 Worlds. Big-time! #FutureBlue"

They also added, "The talented 6’2” Left Wing racked up 72G + 118A for 190 points in 210 games with Erie, and he’s been an alternate captain for the past two years. He was 1 of just 2 skaters (M. Misa) to record 3 points in Team CHL’s two-game sweep of the NTDP.#FutureBlue #NHLDraft #NHLFactory" Additionally, they wrote, "Spence is a MASSIVE addition for U-M. Lots of hard skill; pairs a physical component with consistent offensive production vs. all competition. Had 82pt in 74 games this year while being a point-per-game player in int’l tourneys. Could make a future Canadian WJC team. #FutureBlue"Fans commented on the post, showcasing their admiration. A user wrote, "Take good care of Malcolm. Great leader, hardworking and insanely talented! Will be rooting for Spence all the way!" On the other hand, another wrote, "honored he chose to continue his development in Ann Arbor!!"

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