Max Lappan drafted ninth overall in OHL by Niagara IceDogs

Max Lappan, a 6-foot-1 defenseman from Livonia, was selected ninth overall by the Niagara IceDogs in the OHL Draft. The draft, which concluded yesterday, included 21 players from Michigan, marking the highest number of local draftees in six years. Lappan tallied 115 points in 77 games this season with the HoneyBaked U15 team. He expressed gratitude to his family, emphasizing his focus on contributing to the IceDogs as a top defenseman. Joining Lappan in the draft was Aiden Kelly, selected twentieth overall by the Brantford Bulldogs, contributing to a strong showing for local hockey talent.

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