From 1994 to 1998 he helped this team to the playoffs three times with his solid defensive skills. In 1996 he was taken 1st (26th overall) by the Detroit Red Wings in the NHL Draft, then returned to the WHL and went on to be named the CHL Humanitarian of the Year in 1997.
Between 1994 and 1998, he played a key role in helping his team reach the playoffs three times with his defensive prowess. In 1996, he was drafted first overall by the Detroit Red Wings in the NHL Draft. After returning to the WHL, he went on to be recognized as the CHL Humanitarian of the Year in 1997.