Spence in the World Junior Under-18, played with a chip, able to do his part to give his Team Canada an advantage if he causes panic in the minds of the opposing defenders. He plays hard on the forecheck and pressures opponents, causing puck panic. Spence seems to show an edge to his game where he can get into his opponent's heads and frustrate the opposition. This mean streak adds layers to Spence's game, and it allows him to exploit the weaknesses of opposing defencemen much more often. He shows the ability to dominate in puck battles, with his size, strength and quick stick. Showed plenty of offensive savvy in Erie, where he effortlessly drove the puck through the neutral zone, passing it, and then drove hard to the open ice, looking for it's return. Recognizes the right attack angles in the offensive zone, and wins board battles regularly. Has speed and anticipation and was a secondary layer player who you send out to change to regain puck control. Besides being a key forechecker on the penalty kill, were he generates the possibilties of PK scoring. His speed enables him to be as your top defensive line shutdown line and bring scoring opportunities. So besides his offensive side, this new physically engagement side to his play adds to Team Canada offensive looks.
