Brady Peddle
2024-25 Team: Waterloo Blackhawks (USHL)
Date of Birth: May 23, 2007
Place of Birth: Antigonish, Nova Scotia
Ht: 6-foot-3 Wt: 203 pounds
Shoots: Left
Position: Defenseman
NHL Draft Eligibility: 2025 first-year eligible
Rankings
eliteprospects.com: 82nd
McKeen’s Hockey: 165th
NHL Central Scouting Final Rankings (NA Skaters): 86th
Brady Peddle is a big, physical two-way defenseman who played a major role for the Waterloo Blackhawks this past season. At 6-foot-3 and 203 pounds, he brought discipline, mobility, and a solid presence in the neutral/defensive zones in 2024-25.
He mainly saw time on Waterloo’s top pairing during their run to the United States Hockey League’s (USHL) Clark Cup Final, logging big minutes and helping shut down top lines. Although the Blackhawks had an amazing run, they lost in overtime to Muskegon in Game 5. Peddle stood out with 10 points (one goal, nine assists) through 15 playoff games and was one of the best defensive defensemen by season’s end in my eyes.
He later earned an invitation to the NHL combine in Buffalo, New York, after his playoff performance.
His regular season numbers weren’t flashy, scoring three goals and seven assists, but he made his impact defensively. Neutral Zone reported he averaged 17:30 of ice time per game, with 2:11 on the penalty kill and minimal power-play usage. His value came from his ability to defend and play in tough spots, especially against top competition.
I like the upside here—he’s already played in big games and held his own under pressure, something NHL GMs surely like to see.
Risk – 3/5, Reward – 3.75/5
Fantasy Hockey Potential
Offense – 6/10, Defense – 9/10
Awards/Achievements
- NSU15MHL First All-Star Team
Interviews/Links
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