Jordan Gavin
2024-2025 Team: Brandon Wheat Kings (WHL)
Date of Birth: Nov. 13, 2006
Place of Birth: Surrey, British Columbia
Ht: 5-foot-11 Wt: 179 pounds
Shoots: Left
Position: Center/Left Wing
NHL Draft Eligibility: 2025 first-year eligible
Rankings
- Daily Faceoff: 48th
- NHL Central Scouting (NA Skaters): 123rd
- Draft Prospects Hockey: 63rd
Jordan Gavin, an exciting forward from Surrey, BC, is a highly skilled playmaker with an impressive ability to drive offensive production. Whether it’s on the breakout or in the offensive zone, he excels at setting up plays with and without the puck, using his vision and hockey IQ to create scoring opportunities for his teammates. His early days with Delta Hockey Academy showed his potential, as he put up 66 points in 30 games at the U15 level and followed that with 105 points in 28 games in U17 competition, numbers that cemented him as one of the top young forwards in Canadian prep hockey.
That success led him to the Western Hockey League (WHL), where he made his first appearances with the Tri-City Americans in 2021-22, recording two points in nine games. By the following season, he had become a full-time WHL player, finishing 2022-23 with 54 points in 62 games, proving he could handle the junior level’s faster pace. In the 2023-24 season, he stepped up his production, finishing with 68 points in 68 games, reinforcing his reputation as a consistent offensive presence.
Related: THW’s 2025 NHL Draft Guide
After spending the first half of the 2024-25 season with Tri-City, Gavin was traded to the Brandon Wheat Kings in January, where he continued his solid production offensively. His rankings vary across scouting platforms, with Daily Faceoff placing him 48th, Draft Prospects Hockey ranking him 63rd, and NHL Central Scouting positioning him 123rd among North American skaters. While he may not be projected as a top-tier selection, his ability to control the play and make smart decisions under pressure makes him an intriguing prospect for NHL teams looking to add skill and offensive depth.
Gavin’s versatility has been on full display throughout his development, especially with his discipline, as he’s taken zero penalties over the past two seasons in the WHL, a total of 141 games. Comfortable playing both center and left wing, he’s proven to be adaptable, adjusting his game to fit different roles on the ice. His stint with the Wheat Kings in the second half of the 2024-25 season advanced his reputation as a consistent offensive threat, tallying 27 points in 33 games following his midseason trade. However, his playoff run with the Wheat Kings came to a disappointing end not long ago as the team fell 5-2 to the Lethbridge Hurricanes in Game 5, officially losing their Eastern Conference quarterfinal series in five games.
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Jordan Gavin – NHL Draft Projection
Gavin is an interesting prospect heading into the 2025 NHL Draft. He’s got the vision, passing ability, and playmaking instincts to make a real impact, but where he fits at the next level is still up in the air. His rankings are all over the place, which makes it hard to pin down exactly where he’ll be taken. He’s not projected to be a top-10 pick, but there’s no doubt some teams will see potential in him as a depth piece who could maybe develop into something more around the third-fourth round range. If the right team takes a chance on him, he could go earlier than expected by some outlets.
Quotables
“I feel like you’ll see my hockey sense take over the game. I feel like I’m really good on the power play and making plays up there. I’m more of a pass-first guy, and I feel like rush play and O-zone play is kind of my game. I feel like I excel there the most. When I’m making plays and flowing as the game goes along is when I’m at my best,” said Jordan Gavin. – Perry Bergson, Brandon Sun
“Gavin was fairly highly regarded entering the season but proved somewhat underwhelming before being traded mid-season to Brandon. He’s an energetic forward with noticeable skill, demonstrating decent playmaking ability by slowing plays down with puck possession while utilizing head fakes, deception, and angle changes before distributing.” – Kareem Elshafey, FC Hockey
Strengths
- Playmaker
- Elite Passer
- Heavy Wrister
- Very Discipline
- Aggressive Forechecker
- Power Play Scoring
Under Construction/Improvements to Make
- Overall Defensive Game
- Physicality
- Strength
NHL Potential
Gavin has the skill set to make an impact at the next level, but his path forward remains uncertain. A smart playmaker with strong vision, he thrives on the rush and in the offensive zone, attributes that an NHL team will definitely look into. If he can refine his decision-making and add strength, he has the tools to be more than just a bottom-six NHL forward or long-term American Hockey League piece, potentially carving out a meaningful role if given the right opportunity.
Gavin is likely to return to the WHL for another season, giving him more time to refine his game before deciding his next steps. Whether he will choose to go pro or take the NCAA route with the new rules is still up in the air.
Risk-Reward Analysis
Risk – 2.5/5, Reward – 4/5
Fantasy Hockey Potential
Offense – 7/10, Defense – 6/10
Awards/Achievements
- CSSHL U17 Champion
- CSSHL U17 Most Goals (48)
- Hlinka Gretzky Cup Gold Medal
Jordan Gavin Stats
Interviews/Links
- Gavin thrives on creating offence – Brandon Sun
- Penalty-free since ’23, Surrey player among WHL’s most sportsmanlike – The Abbotsford News
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