Although a left shot forward, Connelly plays best on his off-wing, whether it’s lining-up at Right Wing during 5-on-5 or slotting in at Right Defense as a hybrid fourth-forward/second-defenseman on the power play. He’s got a hell of a shot and a propensity to score; in one viewing notching two goals in less than ten seconds. Connelly is a steady hand throughout the line-up, even taking the occasional faceoff-or-two. Doesn’t get bullied around easily. If you get physical with him, he gets VERY physical with you. Played up an age bracket before bouncing around to a handful of clubs throughout the country. Has been effective every stop of the way. Top-line potential.

Connelly was an underaged player on the San Diego Saints last season but was the key piece of the San Diego Saints’ puzzle, relied upon to play big minutes and produce at a high level. He lined-up at Left-Wing, Center, Right-Wing, and even Left and Right Defense, but his natural position seems to be the right side where his shot can open up. He shows good speed when attacking both down the middle and along the boards, and shows good mobility when backchecking. When the opposition tries to move the puck out of their own zone, Connelly does a nice job of stepping into the puck carrier – where, even if he doesn’t get a steal or lay a check, he adds intimidation and disrupts a smooth breakout from happening. There’s a lot to like about this kid and very little to complain about.