Calgary Hitmen

"By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked(edly good at hockey) this way comes." Ben MacBeath's rookie run with the Calgary Hitmen has been far from a Shakespearean tragedy. Rather, the 6-foot-2.25, 196-pound defender has become Mr. Consistent for his hometown club. The left-shot rearguard logged seven goals and 44 assists for 51 points in 67 regular-season games, highlighted by a pair of six-game point streaks that saw him net 10 points on both occasions. "I feel like my coach can trust me to bring it every night," MacBeath said. "I feel like I'm really proud of that, and I think I'm reliable for my team in that way. It's definitely fast. There are a lot of skilled players, and I feel like finding the pace of play and getting my gaps right for the style of play that it is, I feel like that's been the biggest adjustment. But I feel like I've done it well and my skating allows me to be in the right spot." 2025 WHL Coach of the Year fin

All hail King Carey. WHL alumnus Carey Price and Brian Burke have been named to the Hockey Hall of Fame's Class of 2026, along with fellow CHL alum Patrice Bergeron, Cindy Curley, Pekka Rinne and Keith Tkachuk. "Hockey has taught me a lot of life lessons, especially persistence and never giving up," Price said in a press release. "The game has given me the opportunity to work with dedicated and talented people, and I’m especially grateful to live a dream playing my entire career in Montreal." Price, 38, spent 15 NHL seasons backing the bleu, blanc et rouge (2007-2022) and got the call to the hall in his second year of eligibility. The Anahim Lake, B.C. product is Montreal's all-time wins leader with 361 victories in 712 games. He owns a career 361-261-79 regular-season record, a 2.51 goals-against average, .917 save percentage and 49 shutouts. In 2014-15, Price was awarded the Vezina Trophy as the NHL's top goaltender, the Hart Trophy as the player most valuable to his team, the

Toronto, Ont. – Former WHL Coach of the Year Jim Hiller has been named the 41st coach in Toronto Maple Leafs franchise history. Hiller was announced as the Leafs new coach Wednesday morning. “Jim is an experienced coach with a strong understanding of what it takes to win in today’s NHL,” said John Chayka, General Manager of the Maple Leafs. “He has worked with successful teams throughout his career, connects well with players and brings a clear approach behind the bench. We believe he’s the right person to lead our team and help us reach our goals.” Hiller, 57, got his start behind the bench as an assistant coach with the Tri-City Americans during the 2002-03 season. In 2006-07, he took over as Head Coach of the WHL’s Chilliwack Bruins, where he spent three seasons. In 2009-10, the product of Port Alberni, B.C., joined the Tri-City Americans as Head Coach. In his first season behind the bench, Hiller guided the Ams to a U.S. Division title and a record of

Edmonton, Alta. - The Edmonton Oil Kings 2026/2027 home schedule will kick off with a Battle of Alberta WHL style.The Oil Kings announced today th... - WHL Edmonton Oil Kings

Calgary, Alta. – The Western Hockey League is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Alvin G. Libin, longtime minority owner of the Calgary Hitmen. The Calgary Flames acknowledged the passing of Libin on Monday. He was 95. Libin, who hailed from Calgary, joined the Calgary Sports & Entertainment Corporation ownership group in 1994. Over his time with CSEC, Libin was involved in the acquisition of the Calgary Hitmen, CFL’s Calgary Stampeders, and NLL’s Calgary Roughnecks, along with the relocation of the AHL’s Wranglers to Calgary. Libin was instrumental in the years leading up to construction on Scotia Place – Calgary’s new downtown arena, which is scheduled to open in September 2027. He was widely regarded by his colleagues as passionate about the community and the fans. Libin served as a director on numerous corporate and community boards, was an Officer of the Order of Canada, holds an Honorary Doctor of Laws degree from the Unive

The Western Hockey League is mourning the passing of former Regina Pats and Kamloops Blazers star Kyle Calder. Calder passed Monday at the age of 47. Hailing from Mannville, Alta., Calder enjoyed an outstanding four seasons in the WHL, racking up 232 points (95G-137A) in 212 career WHL regular season games. The 5-foot-11, 176-pound left winger broke into the WHL as a member of the Pats during the 1995-96 season. In 1996-97, he emerged as a legitimate offensive weapon in the Queen City, tallying 59 points (25G-34A) in 62 games. That campaign put Calder on the radar of NHL scouts, and he was selected in the fifth round (130th overall) by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 1997 NHL Draft. On the heels of the 1997 NHL Draft, Calder returned to the WHL where he registered a career best 77 points (27G-50A) in 62 games during the 1997-98 season. Calder split the 1998-99 campaign between the Pats and Kamloops Blazers. In 61 contests, he exceeded his previous mark by collecti

It was one of the most hyped early events on the NHL Draft calendar. Decked out in the jerseys of their home clubs, dozens of top 2026 Draft-eligibles hit the ice at the Scotiabank Saddledome for Game 1 of the 2025 CHL USA Prospects Challenge on November 25, 2025. The annual two-game series draws swarms of NHL scouts and fans alike as top players from the WHL, OHL, QMJHL and U.S. NTDP fight to raise their draft stock and play for league pride. But Markus Ruck found himself sitting in the stands that night. The Medicine Hat Tigers forward hadn't been invited to represent the CHL. His twin brother, Liam, was a last-minute invite to replace another injured player. Still, there was no way Markus would miss the opportunity to watch his brother and peers. "I think not making that team... It was good for me," Markus reflected. "I think up until this point, I didn't see a lot of adversity. Watching Liam too, it was lots of fun, me and my dad (WHL alumnus Derek Ruck), kind of sitting bac

CALGARY — Calgary Flames co-owner Alvin Libin has died at the age of 95. The Flames announced his death on Monday, but no cause of death was given. Libin joined the Flames ownership group in 1994. He was part of the organization’s growth and expansion to bring the CFL’s Stampeders, WHL’s Hitmen and National Lacrosse The post Calgary Flames co-owner Alvin Libin dead at 95 appeared first on The Lethbridge Herald - News and Sports from around Lethbridge.

Garry Davidson moves to new hockey operations advisory role

Calgary, AB – The Calgary Hitmen are pleased to announce Cass Bruni as the club's new General Manager. Garry Davidson will assume a Hockey Operations Advisory role where he will continue to support the club's hockey operations. Cass Bruni came to the Calgary Hitmen in 2017, serving as their video coach until 2020 before transitioning to the team’s scouting staff for four seasons. In 2024, Bruni took on the role of Assistant General Manager, working closely with Davidson in building the Calgary Hitmen program over the past two seasons. “I am honoured to lead the Hitmen as we aspire to be the premier junior hockey development program in North America. I would like to thank CSEC ownership, Robert Hayes, President and CEO, and Mike Moore, Vice President of the Calgary Hitmen, for their confidence in me as I take on this tremendous opportunity,” said General Manager Cass Bruni. With this transition, Garry Davidson will move into a Hockey

Calgary, Alta. – The 2026 NHL Scouting Combine concluded this past weekend, with 90 draft-eligible players from North America and Europe participating. Vancouver Giants forward Mathis Preston found his way into the top 10 across a number of different categories, including isokinetic squat (second), anaerobic fitness – peak power output (T-2nd), 10m sprint (T-3rd), pro agility right (T-3rd), bench press (fourth), pull-ups (T-6th), and pro agility left (T-8th). Edmonton Oil Kings defenceman Ethan MacKenzie also enjoyed a quality showing at the 2026 NHL Scouting Combine, including impressive efforts in anaerobic fitness – peak power output (T-2nd), bench press (third), pro agility right (T-3rd), pro agility left (T-4th), right-hand grip (T-6th), pull-ups (T-6th), and force plate – vertical jump (eighth). Results below reflect the top 25 finishers in each respective combine test. The 2026 NHL Scouting Combine allowed NHL teams an opportunity to cond

Calgary, AB - The Calgary Hitmen are pleased to announce Cass Bruni as the club's new General Manager. Garry Davidson will assume a Hockey Operations ... - WHL Calgary Hitmen

6-foot-2, 188-lb. Calgary Hitmen defenceman is ranked 22nd among North American skaters. "Killing plays quicker and moving pucks up ice is important for me"

6-foot-4, 190-lb. Calgary Hitmen winger is ranked 81st among North-American skaters "The 'dub is the best development league and Calgary is a great team to be a part of"

Lethbridge, AB - The Lethbridge Hurricanes Hockey Club have announced the signing of 2008-born forward Logan Stuart to a Western Hockey League Scholarship and Development Agreement. “It means a lot to sign with the Hurricanes, and I couldn’t be more excited,” said Stuart. “I believe coming to Lethbridge is going to be what will prepare me the best for college hockey and beyond. I can’t wait to get things started.” Stuart, 18, was originally selected by the Hurricanes in the second-round (36th overall) in the 2023 WHL US Priority Draft. The Manhatten Beach, California, product spent the 2025-2026 season with the US National Team Development Program skating in a combined 80 regular season games amassing 45 points (13g-32a) along with 16 penalty minutes. Stuart amassed 15 points (3g-12a) along with a plus-11 rating with the USNTDP U18 team in United States Hockey League competition. He represented the USA at the 2025 CHL-USA Prospects Challenge where he appea

Landon Amrhein 2025–26 Team: Calgary Hitmen (WHL)Date of Birth: Apr. 6, 2008Place of Birth: Celina, TXHeight: 6-foot-4.5, Weight: 190 poundsShoots: RightPosition: Left WingNHL Draft Eligibility: 2026 first-year eligible Rankings Landon…

Kelowna, B.C. – Western Hockey League Commissioner Dan Near announced today, on behalf of the WHL Board of Governors, that Carrie Brown – Executive Assistant for the Kelowna Rockets – has been named the latest recipient of the WHL Distinguished Service Award for the 2025-26 WHL season. The WHL Distinguished Service Award, which was introduced by the WHL in 2004, is presented annually to the individuals who have worked tirelessly behind the scenes on behalf of WHL franchises and in doing so have made an extraordinary contribution at the Club and League levels over an extended period. The WHL will present Distinguished Service Awards annually to an individual from both the WHL Western and Eastern Conferences. Brown was honoured by Commissioner Near and Bruce Hamilton, WHL Chairman of the Board and President / General Manager of the Kelowna Rockets, during Game 6 of the 2026 Memorial Cup presented by Kubota. “Since 1995, the Rockets inaugural seaso

Kelowna, B.C.- Eminem's 'Lose Yourself' is a perennial pregame anthem blasted in hockey rinks around the world- including Prospera Place in Kelowna. While netminders Anders Miller and Lucas Beckman have one opportunity, they'll surely face more than one shot in the 2026 Memorial Cup Semifinal on Friday night. It's all about the goaltenders with a berth in the title match against the Kitchener Rangers on the line. Miller is 2-1-0 at the tournament and coming off a 28-save shutout against the Kelowna Rockets in round-robin action. The 6-foot-1, 190-pound puckstopper from Anchorage, Alaska, has posted a 3.00 goals-against average and .889 save percentage at the tournament. "He's been one of our key players on the team," Silvertips alternate captain Carter Bear said. "He's always there for us in the net. Everyone trusts him in the net, and whenever he needs to make a big save, we always believe in him." https://twitter.com/TheWHL/status/2058399345817620920 On the fl

Ben Macbeath, come on down. If Steven Ellis’ Daily Faceoff draft rankings were exactly how things shook out in next month’s NHL draft, the Edmonton Oilers would be taking a defenceman from the WHL’s Calgary Hitmen 52nd overall. Ellis released his latest Top 100 rankings, and Macbeath came in at the spot the Oilers would…

Kelowna, B.C.- The 2025-26 season is, undoubtedly, the greatest in Everett Silvertips history. And that's no small feat coming from one of the league's most consistent franchises. While the 'Tips bask in the glow of WHL Championship glory and gear up for their Memorial Cup debut, we're looking back on five key moments that helped make it all possible. A 'Tip' of the hat The Silvertips entered 2025-26 as the reigning regular-season champions, but had designs on winning it all from the get-go. Everett was hot out of the gates with three hat tricks in the first two weeks. After falling behind 3-0 in the second period to the Wenatchee Wild in the season opener, Zackary Shantz bagged his first career hat trick to force a shootout where Shantz, NHL Draft-eligible Matias Vanhanen and Nolan Chastko all lit the lamp to earn a 4-3 comeback win. On October 3, 2025, Seattle Kraken prospect Julius Miettinen picked up a hat trick of his own in a 7-1 drubbing