Last January, RPI picked up a commitment from Ryan Dwyer, an ‘07 birth year listed at 5’11” and 175 LBs. We were unsure which younger recruits would stay committed through the coaching change, which is why he hasn’t gotten a write-up yet. Dwyer is currently playing for Baie Comeau in the QMJHL, where he has 2 assists in 13 games. It’s not surprising to struggle in the first year of junior hockey, and it’s also worth noting that Baie Comeau is the worst team in the league. They’ve barely scored as a team (slightly more than 2 goals per game), so most players are going to struggle offensively on a team like that. Last year, Dwyer had 28 goals, 25 assists, and 53 points in 42 games at Stanstead College, a Canadian prep school.
The scouting reports paint Dwyer as a smart and responsible two way center. He “is a smart honest player. His effort and work habits are exceptional.” He supports his defensemen with good reads on the ice to neutralize scoring threats. He’s super competitive as well. In one game, it was noted that he “was all over the ice, he is a great energy guy, and his feet are always moving.” His compete level always jumps off the page as he is constantly skating hard and going to the net and open areas for his teammates. His skating is also described as a strength of his with “quick crosses and great straight line acceleration.”
Given his age and progression, we expect Dwyer will enroll in 2027 after 2 years of junior hockey like his former teammate at Stanstead, Kamyl Chemrouk. With his competitive and energetic skill set, he projects to be an effective, bottom 6 center who can contribute both offensively and defensively. Congratulations to Ryan and his family on his commitment!