Ottawa Senators rookies took notice of Kasper Halttunen's shot at the 2026 NHL Prospect Challenge.
His release drew praise from teammates. One said he has a cannon.
The Senators faced the Canadiens in the challenge on Sunday, September 13. Halttunen's shooting shone bright during the contest.
The rookie group responded strongly to his skill. Coaches and players noticed his fast release.
The Senators are still assessing their prospects at the event. Halttunen's performance gave the team something to build on as the challenge goes on.