Bryce Pickford – 2025 NHL Draft Prospect Profile

Bryce Pickford

2024-25 Team: Medicine Hat Tigers (WHL)
Date of Birth: April 2, 2006
Place of Birth: Edmonton, Alberta
Ht: 6-foot-0 Wt: 190 pounds
Shoots: Right
Position: Defenseman
NHL Draft Eligibility: 2025 second-year eligible

Rankings

• TSN/Craig Button: 68th
• FC Hockey: 262nd
• Peter Baracchini’s Final Rankings: 66th
• NHL Central Scouting (NA Skaters): 100th

Bryce Pickford was one of the most exciting defensemen in the Western Hockey League (WHL) this season, playing a big role in the Medicine Hat Tigers’ deep playoff run. He stands out because of how well he can score, but his game is more than just that. He’s responsible in his own end, moves the puck well, and is elite at breaking pucks out of the defensive zone.

The Seattle Thunderbirds selected Pickford 38th overall in the 2021 WHL Prospects Draft, and since then, he’s developed into a high-impact offensive player. His natural offensive instincts have been a major factor in his success, seen during his breakout 2021–22 season, when he led the NAHL U18 in goals with 34. That same season, he played an important role in helping the Wainwright Bisons capture the NEAJBHL championship.

Risk – 2/5, Reward – 4.5/5

Fantasy Hockey Potential

Offense – 8.5/10, Defense – 7.5/10

Awards/Achievements

• NAHL U18 Most Goals (34)
• NEAJBHL Champion
• WHL Champion (2022-23)
• WHL Champion (2024-25)

Interviews/Links

• Bryce Pickford – Neutral Zone – Men’s

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