Jonah Gadjovich

May 2022 – Gadjovich enters this offseason in need of a new contract as a pending RFA and it remains to be seen if he is still in the Sharks long term plans. Gadjovich is at an interesting point in his career as he is struggling to find purchase at the NHL level however seems to have moved past the AHL ranks. In his last AHL season he scored an impressive 15 goals in 19 games however this year he only managed three points and eight minutes a game of ice time in 43 NHL games. Regardless of his ability to stick, he seems unlikely to be a fantasy contributor outside of penalty minutes and maybe goals in extremely deep leagues. Donesh Mazloum

October 2021 – Despite an otherwise strong training camp, Gadjovich has been claimed off waivers by the San Jose Sharks. The move offers a potential opportunity to slide into a bottom-six role sooner, rather than later. Dave Hall

May 2021- Heavy set, a hard work ethic, and the ability to capitalize on scoring chances, especially in front of the net; these are just some of the attributes which have made Gadjovich a worthy prospect during his come-up. There was just one element lacking, likely one that stood in the way of him not only seeing top-six minutes in Utica but make the transition into an NHL player – his skating. That all changed during the 2020 off-season, and thus, so did his utilization. After polishing his edge work and stamina during the Covid break, he posted his best statistical season to date, notching 15 goals – finishing second among U23 skaters – and 18 points in just a 19 game span. Already known for his heavy netfront presence, the off-season workload allowed him to enjoy consistent minutes as a top-six, first-unit powerplay contributor. His efforts awarded him his first look in a Canucks uniform where, despite playing just 4:55 of time during his lone game, he combined for 17-minutes of penalties. His growth continues to trend upward and could contend for a spot on the Canucks roster come 2021-22, likely as a bottom-six banger. Dave Hall

March 2020 – Gadjovich traversed his second season of pro hockey well – when he was healthy that is. The power winger has struggled with his health in recent campaigns, this season finishing with 38 contests. His 13 goals – almost exclusively coming from the bottom six are a good sign though. The foot speed needs to see continued improvement to jump up the AHL lineup – something he should have a chance at next year. Cam Robinson

March 2019 – It’s been an eye-opening season for the former junior bull. Gadjovich has been a regular in the press box for Utica as the team rotated in the young crop of AHL rookies. The game speed has been an issue for the 20-year-old power forward, and whispers have lingered that he’s been battling through an injury for much of the campaign. After amassing 71 goals in his last 82 OHL games, he’s found the back of the net just twice in 36 games this year. It will be another important offseason for the big man as he attempts to remain healthy and improve his foot speed to a range that will see him push for a more offensive role in 2019-2020. Cam Robinson

September 2018 – Gadjovich was reassigned to the Utica Comets of the AHL earlier this week. The power forward will begin his professional career from the bottom six and will look to earn a net-front spot on a power play unit. Blessed with soft hands, tremendous strength and the ability to use his body positioning to create space, the 19-year-old will need to see continued improvement in his quickness and overall speed. He’s an interesting prospect to watch as his multi-category upside is tantalizing. Cam Robinson

March 2018 – Gadjovich and his Owen Sound teammates recently dispatched of the London Knights in the first round of OHL playoff action via the sweep. The power foward failed to record a point in the four playoff contests but did culminate his regular season with 25 goals and 48 points in 42 contests while peppering opposing netminders with 5.2 shots-per-game, good enough for the second most in the CHL. Depending on how far the Attack go this spring will determine if the 2017 second rounder earns an ATO with the Utica Comets of the AHL for their playoff run, but it’s safe to assume he will be in the AHL full-time next season along with a host of other talented forwards. Cam Robinson

January 2018 – Gadjovic leaves the 2018 World Juniors s as a champion. The power forward was deployed on the third line through much of the tournament and played his role well – penalty killing effectively, using the body and making smart plays in all three zones. His ice was cut in the gold medal game but that’s what happens sometimes in quest for glory. Canucks’ fans should be pleased with the development thus far by the power winger and Vancouver appears to have a legitimate NHL prospect on their hands – a huge win from a late second round pick. Cam Robinson December 2017 – Gadjovich was named to Team Canada’s World Junior training camp today. The bullsih winger has been red hot since his return from a wrist injury, compiling nine goals and 16 points in 11 games over that span. He also sits third in the entire CHL with 5.37 shots-per-contest. Gadjovich’s blend of power and skill will lend very well to the National team and he’s a strong bet to crack the bottom six on the left-side. Cam Robinson

November 2017 – Gadjovich missed time with a wrist injury but is back in the Owen Sound lineup and doing what he does best: shoot the puck. The power winger currently sits second in the CHL with 5.46 shots per game. He’s also done a good job of filling the net too, scoring 10 goals and 16 points in 13 games played and looked quite strong in the one CHL-Russia Series contest he suited up for. Gadjovich will have a decent chance of cracking the Canadian WJC squad with his unique blend of power and skill. Cam Robinson

September 2017 – Gadjovich was returned to Owen Sound last week after a quality training camp with the Canucks. The power winger looked noticably quicker compared to last season but was outmatched at times during exhibition play – not a big surprise for an 18-year-old. Since his return to the OHL, Gadjovich has piled up two goals, an assist and 12 shots on goal in two contests while lining up beside Nick Suzuki once again. Look for another 40-plus goal campaign and a strong chance to earn a job with Team Canada at the WJHC. Cam Robinson

September 2017 – Gadjovich had his full arsenal of weapons on display at the most recent Young Stars tournament. The power winger led the Canucks in scoring, recording two goals and four points over three contests while displaying the puck-protection, physicality and soft hands that enamoured him enough for the Canucks to select him in the second round. Both he and the organization spoke of a need to improve his footspeed, and it appears as though the big man was getting going quicker after a summer of training. Gadjovich will head back to Owen Sound after training camp to once again hook up with Nick Suzuki on what should be a dominant line in the OHL. Cam Robinson

June 2017 – The Canucks selected the power winger late in the second round at the 2017 entry draft. Playing on a high-flying line with fellow draft-eligible Nick Suzuki and newest Canucks’ teammate, Petrus Palmu, Gadjovich recorded 46 goals and 74 points in 60 contests with Owen Sound Attack of the OHL. Those 46 markers were good for the third most in the entire OHL. Gadjovich’s weakness is in his skating speed. He owns clean mechanics but struggles to reach a high top speed. That hasn’t hindered his ability to generate offense at the junior level, though, as he recorded over four shots per contest in 2016-17 and uses strong body position and physical strength to force his way into high-danger scoring areas. He’ll need to continue working on his foot speed but he has the size and skill to become a productive, complementary middle-six winger down the road. Cam Robinson