Ottawa Senators rookies were impressed by Kasper Halttunen's shot at the 2026 NHL Prospect Challenge.
His release drew praise from teammates. One said he has a bomb.
The Senators took on the Canadiens in the challenge on Sunday, September 13. Halttunen's shooting shone bright during the matchup.
The rookie group reacted with enthusiasm to his skill. Coaches and players took notice of his rapid release.
The Senators are still assessing their prospects at the challenge. Halttunen's performance offered a positive takeaway as the challenge goes on.