Erie Otters select forward Colin Kennedy with second overall pick
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 2:30 AM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Matthew Schaefer, supporting his junior team, the Erie Otters, announced their second overall pick at the OHL Priority Draft. The Otters chose forward Colin Kennedy. Schaefer, who was drafted first overall by Erie in 2023, is in his first NHL offseason after being selected by the New York Islanders. Former Islander John Tavares also participated, helping the Oshawa Generals announce their first overall pick, Kane Cloutier.
- •Matthew Schaefer announced Erie Otters' pick at the OHL Priority Draft.
- •Otters selected Colin Kennedy with the second overall pick.
- •Schaefer was drafted first overall by the Otters in 2023.
- •John Tavares announced Oshawa Generals' first overall pick.
- •Kennedy's selection may influence Erie's performance next season.
- 2:30 AMYahoo Sports — Matthew Schaefer Announces Erie Otters Second Overall Pick
"Matthew Schaefer continues to be incredibly generous with his time, even during his first official NHL offseason.
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