Kashawn Aitcheson’s record-setting year for the Barrie Colts is drawing more accolades.
On Tuesday afternoon, the Barrie Colts co-captain was named a finalist for the Max Kaminsky Trophy presented to the OHL Defenceman of the Year.
The 19-year-old Toronto native, who was a 17th overall selection of the New York Islanders in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, led all OHL blueliners this season with 28 goals and 42 assists for 70 points in 56 games.
Frankie Marrelli of the Ottawa 67’s, Chase Reid of the Soo Greyhounds, and Carson Woodall of the Windsor Spitfires are the other finalists named for the award voted on by OHL general managers.
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Aitcheson, who recently signed a three-year, NHL entry-level contract with the Islanders, holds the Colts’ franchise record for points by a defenceman with 171, passing the previous record of 158 career points set by Los Angeles Kings blueliner Brandt Clarke.
The Barrie defender also holds the overall franchise record for overall goals with 63 and broke his own single-season mark this season with 28 markers.
The physical six-foot-two, 203-pound defender helped Canada win a bronze medal at the 2025 IIHF World Junior Hockey Championships in early January.
He was also recognized in the annual OHL Coaches Poll, leading the way among Eastern Conference nominees with first-place finishes in four different categories.
Aitcheson received the most points for the Best Shot, Hardest Shot, Best Bodychecker, and Best Offensive Defenceman.
