Two Blazers make NHL Central Scouting mid-term rankings

KAMLOOPS — Two Kamloops Blazers made the National Hockey League’s (NHL) Central Scouting mid-term rankings Friday (Jan. 13).

Connor Levis was ranked 60^th overall in North American skaters, slotting him as a potential second-round pick in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft. The 2004-born right winger has scored 33 points (10 goals and 23 assists) in 37 games.

Elsewhere, Dylan Ernst was ranked 15^th overall in North American goaltenders. Kamloops’ 2004-born starting netminder has posted a 0.918 save percentage and a 2.38 goals against average in 32 games play, while spotting a record of 22-6-3 with two shut outs.