MATT
VILLALTA
#31 -
G
Status
In the minors
Ht/Wt
6’3’’,
190 lbs
Catches
L
Experience
0
years
(Rookie)
Debut
Feb 16, 2024
Born
Jun 3, 1999
(25 yrs)
Kingston, Ontario
Hometown
Godfrey, Ontario
Drafted
Drafted by Los Angeles in 2017 (3/72).
Drafted from
Sault Ste. Marie (OHL)
Acquired
Acquired as a free agent in 2023.
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2024-06-19 |
Re-signed by the Utah Hockey Club to a two-year two-way contract.
|
| 2024-02-22 |
Assigned to the Tucson Roadrunners (AHL).
|
| 2024-02-15 |
Recalled from the Tucson Roadrunners (AHL).
|
| 2023-10-03 |
Assigned to the Tucson Roadrunners (AHL).
|
| 2023-10-02 |
Placed on waivers by the Arizona Coyotes.
|
Career Honors & Awards
| League | Honor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| OHL | Dave Pinkney Trophy Top Team Goaltending | 2017-18 |
| OHL | F.W. "Dinty" Moore Trophy Rookie Goaltie with best GAA | 2016-17 |
| OHL | Second All-Rookie Team Second All-Rookie Team | 2016-17 |
| OHL | Third All-Star Team Third All-Star Team | 2017-18 |
Scouting Report
Has a projectable frame and a fair amount of puck-stopping ability. Profiles more as a backup goalkeeper in the National Hockey League than as a starter, but he must become a more consistent performer in order to maximize his appearances at the highest level.
Long Range Potential: Depth goaltender.
