Jayden Perron is working to get stronger mentally and physically heading into his draft year

Jayden Perron is one of eight players in the USHL who has seven of more points so far this season after week three.

By Kirsten Krull

October 23, 2022 at 5:00 PM

CHICAGO — Chicago Steel forward Jayden Perron grew up in Winnipeg, where battles on the outdoor rink with his older brother helped shape him into the player he is today.

“I got started in hockey because my brother was playing,” said Perron. “I think that and looking up to him is how I got into the game. I looked up to him as a hockey player and also a person.”

Perron spent most of his time prior to joining the Steel playing youth hockey with the Winnipeg Warriors, followed by the Winnipeg Bruins and Sioux Falls Power. However, it was the battles on the outdoor rink back home that really helped shape him into who he is today.

“Him (Perron’s brother) beating up on me out there I think that played a big part of who I am and I’m very thankful for that.”

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Age: 17
Hometown: Winnipeg, Manitoba
Position: Forward
Height: 5-foot-8
Weight: 157 pounds
Current team: Chicago Steel
College: University of North Dakota
NHL Rights: Eligible for the 2023 NHL Entry Draft

By Kirsten Krull

Kirsten Krull covers juniors and prospects for The Rink Live. She is a 2020 St. Cloud State graduate, and has been working in the hockey world for over six years, covering many levels of the game from juniors to the NHL.

Jayden Perron is working to get stronger mentally and physically heading into his draft year

At 5-foot-8 and 157 pounds, the young forward has quick hands and a strong hockey IQ, and is looking to add to his skillset

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