Victoria Royals

In the lead-up to the 2026-27 hockey season, we’re diving into the WHL prospect pool for every NHL team. To be included in this list, a player must be recently drafted, signed to an NHL contract, or meet the NHL’s criteria for rookie status. Today, we focus on Montreal's up-and-comers, highlighted by the WHL Player of the Year. Jared Davidson The WHL Champion who was initially passed over in the NHL Draft defied the odds to make his NHL debut in 2025-26. The 24-year-old from Edmonton, Alta. put up four shots and a hit in his debut on November 15, 2025, and finished his NHL stint with an assist in 10 appearances. Davidson logged another 25 points (16G-9A), including a team-best five game-winning goals, in 53 games with the AHL's Laval Rocket and earned a one-year, two-way contract with the Habs. The 5-foot-11, 183-pound forward was drafted by Montreal with the 130th overall pick in the 2022 NHL Draft. Davidson spent his entire WHL career wit

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EVERETT, Wash. -- The Everett Silvertips have acquired goaltender Jayden Kraus from the Brandon Wheat Kings in exchange for a third- and sixth-round pick in the 2029 WHL Draft. "We wanted to add a veteran netminder to our group with both of our goaltenders deciding to move on following last season," noted Silvertips general manager Mike Fraser. "Jayden has good experience in our league, brings some stability to the position and leadership to our organization. We're excited to have him join the Silvertips." Kraus, a 2006-born Prince Albert, SK native, posted a 14-11-1 record with the Wheat Kings in 2025-26 with a .895 save percentage and a 3.65 goals-against average. The 6-foot-2, 210-pound goaltender recorded a career-high 50 saves on 54 shots at Angel of the Winds Arena against the Silvertips on Jan. 23. He previously was with the Victoria Royals, finishing 25-8-9 in 2024-25 with a .908 save percentage and a 2.86 goals-against average. Kraus al

In the lead-up to the 2026-27 hockey season, we’re diving into the WHL prospect pool for every NHL team. To be included in this list, a player must be recently drafted, signed to an NHL contract, or meet the NHL’s criteria for rookie status. To quote the late, great Prince: 'Baby, I'm a (Dallas) Star'. Jaxon Fuder Six-foot-1, 176-pound forward Jaxon Fuder flipped a mid-season switch to the WHL into an NHL deal. After earning an invitation to Stars Development Camp last summer, the 20-year-old inked a three-year, entry-level contract with Dallas as an undrafted free agent in September of 2025. Fuder responded with 37 points (8G-29A) in 52 regular-season games with the Red Deer Rebels and Edmonton Oil Kings. The Cold Lake, Alta. product has amassed 63 points (19G-44A) in 97 regular-season games over parts of two seasons in the Dub and is expected to make the jump to pro with the AHL's Texas Stars in 2026-27. Brandon Gorzynski

In the lead-up to the 2026-27 hockey season, we’re diving into the WHL prospect pool for every NHL team. To be included in this list, a player must be recently drafted, signed to an NHL contract, or meet the NHL’s criteria for rookie status. From centre ice to the blue paint, Columbus boasts a strong table of talent developed in the west. Charlie Elick Six-foot-4, 205-pound defender Charlie Elick's bread and butter is his shutdown defensive play. The 20-year-old had one of his best offensive campaigns in the WHL with a six-goal, 14-assist run in 63 games with the Tri-City Americans. Elick was also named an alternate captain in his first full season with the Ams after being dealt from the Brandon Wheat Kings in a blockbuster trade in 2024-25. Drafted with the 36th overall pick in the second round of the 2024 NHL Draft, Elick signed a three-year, entry-level contract with Columbus in March of 2025. He made his professional debut with the AHL'

Victoria, B.C. - The Victoria Royals announced today that they have acquired 2007-born defenseman Jonas Kohn from the Regina Pats in exchange for a 20... - WHL Victoria Royals

Regina, Sask. - The Regina Pats announced today they have traded 2007-born defenceman Jonas Kohn to the Victoria Royals in exchange for a fifth-round ... - WHL Regina Pats

Victoria, B.C. – The Victoria Royals announced today that they have acquired 2007-born defenceman Jonas Kohn from the Regina Pats in exchange for a 2030 fifth round selection. Kohn, who hails from Stillwater, Minnesota, played 39 games for the Pats in the 2025-26 season, scoring four points in that time. Prior to joining the WHL, Kohn, who stands at 6-foot-4, 212 pounds, played for Stillwater High in Minnesota High School hockey, scoring 39 points (9G-30A) in 47 games over the course of two seasons. “Jonas brings an important element to our defensive group with his size and strength“ said Royals General Manager Jake Heisinger. “He is difficult to play against and is real steady in his own zone. We are excited to add him to our group”. The draft pick sent to Regina for Kohn was previously acquired by the Royals in a trade with Kelowna.

Date: 07/27/2026 Player: Jonas Kohn (D) From: Regina Pats To: Victoria Royals Information: Traded Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up

Calgary, Alta.- Twelve players developed in the Western Hockey League have been invited to represent Canada at the 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase. The weeklong exhibition is the first step on the road to the 2027 IIHF World Junior Championship. A total of 32 skaters will participate in practices, scrimmages and exhibition games against Finland, Sweden and the United States. The WHL contingent features six defencemen and six forwards, including seven first-round NHL Draft picks and two WHL champions. 2026 NHL sixth-overall pick and Calgary Flames prospect Carson Carels (Prince George Cougars / Cypress River, Man.), Vancouver Canucks first-rounder Braeden Cootes (Prince Albert Raiders / Sherwood Park, Alta.), and Victoria Royals alumnus Keaton Verhoeff (Fort Saskatchewan, Alta.) and Cole Reschny (Macklin, Sask.) are all eligible to return from the 2026 World Junior quad, which won bronze in Minnesota. "We're excited to announce the 32 players who will attend th

Calgary, Alta.- Eleven WHL skaters will battle to represent Canada at the 2026 Hlinka Gretzky Cup. Seven forwards, three defencemen and one goaltender have been named to Hockey Canada's 27-man roster for its National Men's Summer Under-18 Training Camp, which runs from July 27- August 1 in Edmonton. Projected top 2027 NHL Draft pick Landon DuPont is set to appear at the tournament for a second straight year after claiming bronze with Canada in 2025. The WHL's first exceptional-status blueliner is coming off a stellar season that saw him help the Everett Silvertips capture the Ed Chynoweth Cup for the first time in franchise history, while being named a finalist for WHL Defenceman of the Year and logging 73 points (18G-55A) and a +59 rating. DuPont recently squared off against another elite rearguard, 2024 WHL second-overall pick Brock Cripps, and the Prince Albert Raiders in the 2026 WHL Championship Series. Cripps posted 37 points (6G-31A) in his rookie campaign

Victoria, B.C. – The Victoria Royals announced the signing of 2008-born forward Filip Novak to a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement. Novak, who stands at 6’1, 198 lbs, is a Columbus Blue Jackets prospect who was selected 206th overall in the 7th round of the 2026 NHL Draft. Novak was acquired by Victoria in a trade with the Lethbridge Hurricanes that saw the Royals send third-round draft selections in the 2028 and 2030 WHL Prospects Draft for the Chomutov, Czechia-based forward. This season saw Novak split time with HC Sparta Praha’s Men’s and U20 teams, scoring 35 points (11 goals, 24 assists) in 37 games. Part of the way through the season, Novak was loaned to HC Stadion Litomirice in the Czech second league, where he scored six points in ten playoff games. Novak is a Youth Olympic Games silver medalist and has represented Czechia in many international tournaments.

In the lead-up to the 2026-27 hockey season, we're diving into the WHL prospect pool for every NHL team. To be included in this list, a player must be recently drafted, signed to an NHL contract, or meet the NHL's criteria for rookie status. The Calgary Flames' prospect pool ranges from blue-chip and blue-collar pickups to some of the most exciting prospects slated to start their WHL careers in 2026-27. Andrew Basha After starting the season in the professional ranks, 2025 WHL Champion Andrew Basha returned for a final victory lap in Medicine Hat. The 20-year-old registered a goal and four assists in 27 games with the AHL's Calgary Wranglers before being reassigned to Medicine Hat, where he piled up 50 points (18G-32A) in 32 games while making a switch to centre to play alongside the Ruck twins. The 6-foot, 187-pound forward was drafted by the Flames with the 41st overall pick in the second round of the 2024 NHL Draft. Basha will close out

Date: 07/20/2026 Player: Filip Novák (F) From: HC Sparta Praha U20 To: Victoria Royals Information: Junior contract Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up

Victoria, B.C. - The Victoria Royals announced the signing of 2008-born forward Filip Novak to a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement.Novak, ... - WHL Victoria Royals

Date: 07/16/2026 Player: Filip Novák (F) From: Lethbridge Hurricanes To: Victoria Royals Information: Traded Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up

Victoria, B.C. - The Victoria Royals announced today that they have acquired 2008-born forward Filip Novak from the Lethbridge Hurricanes in exchange ... - WHL Victoria Royals

Victoria, B.C., – The Victoria Royals announced the signing of 2007-born forward Marek Peroutka to a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement. Peroutka, who stands at 6’4, 194 lbs., was selected by Victoria with the 58th overall pick in the 1st round of the 2026 CHL Import Draft on June 30th. Hailing from Most, Czechia, Peroutka grew up in the HC Litvinov system, playing this season primarily for the U20 team and making his Men’s league debut this past February. In 52 games this past season, Peroutka scored 26 goals and 19 assists for 45 points and followed it up with four points in four games in the playoffs, including the primary assist on overtime winning goal that helped Litvinov U20 stay in their current league.

Victoria, B.C., – The Victoria Royals announced today that they have acquired 2008-born forward Filip Novak from the Lethbridge Hurricanes in exchange for Victoria’s 2028 and a 2030 3rd round selections. Novak, who hails from Chomutov, Czechia, is a prospect for the Columbus Blue Jackets in the NHL, having been drafted 206th overall in the 7th round of the 2026 NHL Entry Draft. A product of the HC Sparta Praha system, he spent time this past season with the Men’s and U20 side before being loaned to HC Stadion Litomerice in the Czech 2nd league. Across the leagues this year, he totalled 39 points (11 goals, 28 assists) in 48 games, and scored six points (four goals, two assists) in 10 playoff games. “Filip is a dynamic offensive player that we feel will be a key driver in our forward group“ said Royals General Manager Jake Heisinger. “We are very excited to add him to our team”. Novak has represented his native Czechia in a variety of international t

Victoria, B.C. – The Victoria Royals announced the signing of 2008-born goaltender Vladimir Proskurin to a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement. Proskurin, who hails from Moscow, Russia, is a St. Louis Blues prospect that was drafted 123rd overall in the 4th round of the 2026 NHL Entry Draft. Having been selected by Victoria with the 27th overall pick in the 1st round of the 2026 CHL Import Draft, Proskurin joins the WHL following his development with the MHK Atlant Mytischchi system. In Russia’s top junior league, Proskurin, a 6’1, 170 lbs netminder, tallied a .921 save-percentage and a 2.97 goals-against-average all while facing over 30 shots per game on average.

Calgary, Alta.- Twenty-nine players drafted to the Western Hockey League have been invited to participate in Hockey Canada's National Under-17 Development Camp. It's the first step towards earning a spot on Team Red or Team White at the 2026 U17 World Challenge. The WHL contingent features 26 skaters who have signed a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement and comprises three goaltenders, 12 defencemen and 14 forwards. Eighteen of the invitees were selected in the first round of the WHL Prospects Draft, including eight top-10 selections, highlighted by 2025 second overall pick Holden Wouters (Edmonton Oil Kings). Fellow Oil Kings prospect Christopher Kokkoris also clocks in as the second-tallest player attending the camp at a staggering 6-foot-6. Seventeen WHL clubs are represented, with the Red Deer Rebels leading the way with four participating players. Red Deer is followed by the Kamloops Blazers with three draft picks

Date: 07/14/2026 Player: Marek Peroutka (F) From: HC Litvinov U20 To: Victoria Royals Information: Junior contract Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up

Victoria, B.C. - The Victoria Royals announced the signing of 2007-born forward Marek Peroutka to a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement.Pero... - WHL Victoria Royals

Date: 07/14/2026 Player: Vladimir Proskurin (G) From: MHK Atlant Mytishchi To: Victoria Royals Information: Junior contract Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up

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