NHL prospect Simon Depres was born on June 27, 1991 in Laval, Quebec, Canada. Despres played for Laval-Bourassa in 2006-2007 and the Saint John Sea Dogs from 2007-2009.
In 2008-09, his second season with Saint John, the 6'4, 215 pound defenseman more than doubled his previous yearly output, recording 32 points in 66 games. Scouts believe he has the poise and intelligence to be very successful in the NHL.