Top Young Hockey Talents
Recent rankings from The Hockey News have highlighted the top 100 young hockey talents, featuring players aged 21 and under. Among these standout athletes is Montreal Canadiens’ defenseman David Reinbacher, who has secured the 97th position on this prestigious list compiled by Ryan Kennedy.
David Reinbacher’s Career Overview
Reinbacher, still early in his career, has encountered challenges with injuries that have limited his ice time; however, he has demonstrated considerable skill whenever he has been fit to play.
In his career thus far, the young defenseman has participated in 31 games for Laval Rocket, the Canadiens’ American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, and has accumulated seven goals, 10 assists, and a total of 17 points—while maintaining a positive plus-12 rating.
Current Season Performance
This season, he has started on a promising note, netting three goals and four assists for a total of seven points and a plus-1 rating across 10 games.
Future Expectations
Chosen fifth overall by the Canadiens in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, there are high expectations surrounding Reinbacher’s future contributions to the team’s defensive lineup. With his evident potential, observers will be keen to watch how his skills evolve as he gains more experience in the league.
