Defenceman Josh Anderson was the only player on the Prince George Cougars that was selected in the 2016 NHL Draft.
The Colorado Avalanche took Anderson in the 3rd round, 71st overall.
Anderson, who is from Duncan, had a goal, five assists and 86 penalty minutes in 39 games with the Cougars in the 2015-16 season. He missed the second half of the season due to a back injury.
In 83 career WHL games, Anderson has 10 points (three goals) and 140 penalty minutes.
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Both Brogan O’Brien and Ty Edmonds of the Cougars were in the final Central Scouting rankings but were not selected.
The Draft began Friday and concluded today (Saturday) in Buffalo.
A total of 34 players from the WHL were chosen in the Draft.
Photo credit: Prince George Cougars