Originally recorded at the 2014 OHL Priority Selection media event
Before he was an NHL standout and top-pair defenseman with the Washington Capitals, Jakob Chychrun was introduced as the Sarnia Sting’s future face of the franchise. At just 16 years old, he handled the spotlight like a seasoned pro — and this interview gives a glimpse into that early maturity.
🎧 In this episode of The Junior Hockey Giants Podcast, Jakob talks about:
- Getting drafted 1st overall in the 2014 OHL Priority Selection
- What it meant to be selected from the Toronto Jr. Canadiens
- The buzz of media day and meeting fans in Sarnia
- His goals heading into his rookie season in the OHL
🔗 Listen now and hear what Jakob had to say before ever playing a junior game — and how his mindset helped launch a successful career on the blue line.
