2026-09-09
Kitchener Rangers celebrate staff advancing to the NHL -
KITCHENER, ON — The Kitchener Rangers have announced that two members of the organization will be taking the next steps in their careers with National Hockey League clubs. Luca Lombardi has accepted a position with the Toronto Maple Leafs as Communications Coordinator, while Zoe Jerome will join the Colorado Avalanche as Data Engineer. Luca Lombardi – Toronto Maple Leafs Lombardi will join the Maple Leafs’ communications team, supporting the organization’s day-to-day media relations and communications efforts. He's the latest PR/Comms pro that the Rangers have sent to the NHL in recent years, joining Dom Hennig (Minnesota) and Lindsay Eastwood (Philadelphia).
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2026-27 Season Preview: Kitchener Rangers -
Get ready for the Kitchener Rangers 2026-27 season with a look at key players, new additions, breakout candidates and the season ahead.
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2026-09-08
Avry Anstis Hat Trick Powers Rangers to Victory over Spirit in Elmira -
Kitchener, ON - Avry Anstis capped off a three-goal game with an empty net marker late in the third period as the Kitchener Rangers took down the Sagi... - OHL Kitchener Rangers
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2026-09-07
Rangers 6-5 Victors over Otters on Fan Fest Sunday -
Kitchener, ON - The Kitchener Rangers closed out their preseason action on home ice with a 6-5 win over the Erie Otters. The Rangers converted with a ... - OHL Kitchener Rangers
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2026-09-05
2026-27 Season Preview: Kitchener Rangers -
The defending Memorial Cup champions will begin to look forward into a new generation of players.
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Saturday Habs Headlines: Canadiens announce rookie camp roster -
Montreal Canadiens news and notes Montreal announced its 23-player rookie camp roster that will compete in the Prospect Challenge in Gatineau. [Canadiens.com] The bigger news is the prospects who aren’t going to be attending, with few top prospects and only a handful of AHL players. [La Presse] Alex Newhook has an important role of anchoring the second line this season. [Sportsnet] Andrei Markov believes that Montreal is set up well to be the team that ends Canada’s Stanley Cup drought. [
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GAME RECAP: Kitchener’s Third Period Comeback Falls Goal Short in 5-4 Loss to Generals -
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Game Preview: Rangers Host the Generals in Opening Summer Showcase Contest -
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Oshawa continues preseason taking on Kitchener -
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Kitchener's Third Period Comeback Falls Goal Short in 5-4 Loss to Generals -
Kitchener, ON - The Kitchener Rangers surrendered a three-goal second period to the Oshawa Generals, tasking them with erasing a two-goal third period... - OHL Kitchener Rangers
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2026-09-04
Game Preview: Rangers Host the Generals in Opening Summer Showcase Contest -
Kitchener, ON - The Kitchener Rangers welcome the Oshawa Generals to the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium to kick-off the 2026 Summer Showcase presented ... - OHL Kitchener Rangers
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Oshawa Continues Preseason Taking on Kitchener -
Oshawa, ON - The Oshawa Generals head to Kitchener for the weekend, kicking things off against the hometown Rangers.After winning the first game o... - OHL Oshawa Generals
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2026-09-03
No. 25 Christian Kirsch: Sliding onto the list for the first time -
2024 was a good draft year for the San Jose Sharks. Headlined by Macklin Celebrini, Sam Dickinson and Igor Chernyshov, the players lower in the draft don’t get talked about a lot. But the 2024 draft is starting to bear some fruit below the headliners, and the first on our list is goaltender Christian Kirsch. Position: GoaltenderHeight: 6’4″Weight: 209 lbs.Age: 20Date of Birth: June 18, 2006 Draft Year: 2024 (116th overall by the San Jose Sharks)Catches: Left2026-27 Team: Quinnipiac University (NCAA) As with most 18-year-olds selected in the fourth round of the draft, Kirsch’s selection was more of a lottery ticket than a sure thing. That can be even more so with a goaltender, a position that tends to take longer to develop than forward or defense. That said, the goaltender show
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2026-09-02
Rangers Complete Annual General Meeting -
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2026-09-01
Rangers Complete Annual General Meeting -
KITCHENER, ON - The Kitchener Rangers Hockey Club held its Annual General Meeting on Monday, August 31 at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium.The Ra... - OHL Kitchener Rangers
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Rangers Announce New Radio Partnership for the 2026-27 Season -
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Rangers announce new radio partnership for the 2026-27 Season -
KITCHENER, ON — The Kitchener Rangers are excited to announce a new radio broadcasting partnership with FM 985 and The Grand @ 101 for the 2026–27 Ontario Hockey League Season. The new partnership will bring Rangers hockey to fans throughout Waterloo Region and beyond on FM 985, with broadcasts also available digitally through the station’s website, smart speakers, and the RadioPlayer Canada and iHeartRadio apps. FM 985 and The Grand @ 101 will also provide extensive promotional and community support throughout the season. FM 985 and The Grand @ 101 continue to work through identifying their on-air talent to cover Kitchener Rangers games for the 2026-27 season. They will explore all avenues to ensure the broadcast remains the best in the Ontario Hocke
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2026-08-31
Rangers Announce New Radio Partnership for the 2026-27 Season -
KITCHENER, ON - The Kitchener Rangers are excited to announce a new radio broadcasting partnership with FM 985 and The Grand @ 101 for the 2026-27 Ont... - OHL Kitchener Rangers
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Game Preview: Kitchener Rangers Open 2026 Preseason Schedule at Home to The Sting -
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GAME RECAP: Rangers Victorious in Preseason Opener With 3-2 Over the Sting -
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Rangers Victorious in Preseason Opener with 3-2 over the Sting -
Kitchener, ON - The Kitchener Rangers never trailed in the game, but Sarnia proved a tough test, not allowing Kitchener to build more than a one-goal ... - OHL Kitchener Rangers
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2026-08-30
Kitchener Rangers Open 2026 Preseason Schedule at Home to the Sting -
Kitchener, ON - The East Avenue Blue are back at The Aud Sunday afternoon to play their first-of-five preseason games ahead of the 2026-27 season. The... - OHL Kitchener Rangers
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Leafs prospect Alexander Bilecki reflects on Memorial Cup victory, defending title, draft night and more -
Alexander Bilecki is coming off an outstanding season, where he helped the Kitchener Rangers win the Memorial Cup. Bilecki was selected 60th overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 2026 NHL Draft, and was one of the standouts at July’s development camp. The 18-year-old recently caught up with Daily Faceoff Toronto’s Nick Alberga for…
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2026-08-29
Kitchener Rangers Reassign 22 Players at Training Camp -
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Futures Watch: Kitchener Rangers’ 2026 Draft Class and New Faces -
Get to know the Kitchener Rangers’ 2026 draft class and new additions as the reigning Memorial Cup champions prepare for the 2026-27 OHL season.
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Kitchener Rangers Reassign 22 Players at Training Camp -
Kitchener, Ont - Following yesterday's final blue and white game, the Kitchener Rangers have announced the reassignment of eleven forwards, six defenc... - OHL Kitchener Rangers
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2026-08-28
2026 Panthers Prospect Profile: Shea Busch -
The Florida Panthers selected burgeoning power forward Shea Busch in the fourth round (128th overall) of the 2025 NHL Entry Draft at Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles. During his draft season, Busch split his time between the Vernon Vipers of the BJHL, where he played the year prior, and the WHL’s Everett Silvertips. In 22 games with the Vipers, Busch totaled 12 goals and five assists. His numbers in Everett were a respectable 11 goals and eight assists in 39 games. It was his performance in the postseason that really caught the interest of the scouting community as Busch produced six goals and 11 points in 13 games as the Silvertips dispatched the Seattle Thunderbirds in six, he scored five times in that series, before falling to the Portland Winterhawks in seven. As is customary, Busch attended Florida’s annual development camp after being drafted and returned to South Florida to be part of the club’s 2025 NHL Prospect Tournament roste
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Team White Sweep Three-Game Exhibition Series to Conclude 2026 Training Camp -
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Team White Sweep Three-Game Exhibition Series to Conclude 2026 Training Camp -
Kitchener, ON - The Kitchener Rangers hosted their 2026 Training Camp on Tuesday, August 25th through Thursday August 26th going through off-ice testi... - OHL Kitchener Rangers
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2026-08-27
Alex Bilecki on becoming a Maple Leaf and winning the Memorial Cup -
Toronto Maple Leafs prospect Alex Bilecki joins Nick Alberga for some pitch and catch at the Ford Performance Centre to discuss becoming a Maple Leaf, winning the Memorial Cup with the Kitchener Rangers, and his draft-day experience. Then, Nick & Alex sit down and dive into getting a call from Mats Sundin, spending time with Gavin McKenna, development camp, his baseball background, and what he hopes to bring to the Maple Leafs organization. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 – Alex Bilecki joins the show 1:16 – Winning the Memorial Cup with Kitchener 4:14 – Changes in Kitchener & expectations for next season 6:29…
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Braden Reilly (F) from Toronto Marlboros U16 AAA to Kitchener Rangers -
Date: 08/27/2026 Player: Braden Reilly (F) From: Toronto Marlboros U16 AAA To: Kitchener Rangers Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up
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Matthew Hlacar (F) from Kitchener Rangers to Brantford Bulldogs -
Date: 08/27/2026 Player: Matthew Hlacar (F) From: Kitchener Rangers To: Brantford Bulldogs Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up
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Kitchener Rangers Sign Forward Braden Reilly to Ontario Hockey League Scholarship and Development Agreement -
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Rangers sign defenceman Dmitri Toporowski -
KITCHENER, ON – The Kitchener Rangers have announced that the club has signed defenceman Dmitri Toporowski to an Ontario Hockey League Scholarship and Development Agreement. Toporowski, a 2006-born defenceman from Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, is listed at 6-foot-1 and 187 pounds and shoots right. The 20-year-old joins the Rangers after spending the 2025-26 season with the Quad City Storm of the SPHL, where he recorded eight goals and nine assists for 17 points in 45 games, along with 102 penalty minutes. He also spent time with the Rochester Jr. Americans (three games) in the NAHL and the Tulsa Oilers (three games) in the ECHL. “Dmitri will provide some stability and experience to our defence group,” said Kitchener Rangers General Manager, Mike McKenzie. “He has had a unique path the last couple years and we think he can help provide some leadership and a solid two-way play to our group. We look forward to welcoming him to Kitchener.” Prior to his time in Quad City, T
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Rangers sign forward Braden Reilly -
Kitchener, Ont. — The Kitchener Rangers are proud to announce that 2026 first-round pick Braden Reilly has signed an Ontario Hockey League Scholarship and Development Agreement. Reilly was selected by the Rangers in the first round, 19th overall, in the 2026 OHL Priority Selection. A forward from Milton, Ontario, Reilly spent last season with the Toronto Marlboros U16 AAA program, where he served as an assistant captain and established himself as one of the top players in his age group. “We were very excited to select Braden in the first round,” said Kitchener Rangers General Manager Mike McKenzie. “He is a very talented player that can make plays and also use his shot and skill to put the puck in the net. We feel he has all the tools to be a top player in the age group and look forward to seeing him in a Ranger uniform.” Reilly, 16, born on May 12, 2010, is listed at five-foot-eleven and 157 pounds. During the 2025-26 season, he recorded 15 goals and 18 assists for
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2026-08-26
Kitchener Rangers Sign Forward Braden Reilly to Ontario Hockey League Scholarship and Development Agreement -
Kitchener, Ont. - The Kitchener Rangers are proud to announce that 2026 first-round pick Braden Reilly has signed an Ontario Hockey League Scholarship... - OHL Kitchener Rangers
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Kitchener Rangers Sign Defenceman Dmitri Toporowski to OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement -
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Rangers Hockey is Coming to Elmira on September 7 -
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2026-08-25
Kitchener Rangers Sign Defenceman Dmitri Toporowski to OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement -
KITCHENER, ON - The Kitchener Rangers announced today that the club has signed defenceman Dmitri Toporowski to an Ontario Hockey League Scholarship an... - OHL Kitchener Rangers
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Rangers Hockey Is Coming to Elmira on September 7 -
The Kitchener Rangers are bringing the excitement of Rangers hockey to Elmira for a special neutral-site matchup. Join us on Monday, September 7 at 2:... - OHL Kitchener Rangers
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Dmitri Toporowski (D) from Quad City Storm to Kitchener Rangers -
Date: 08/24/2026 Player: Dmitri Toporowski (D) From: Quad City Storm To: Kitchener Rangers Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up
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2026-08-22
Best OHL Shootout Goals | 2025-26 Season -
They've got great dangles and cellies up in Ontario— watch the best OHL shootout goals during the 2025-26 season! 00:00 - Jacob Therrien (Owen Sound) | September 25 vs. Barrie 00:38 - Quinn McKenzie (Soo) | September 26 vs. Kingston 00:59 - Jacob Cloutier (Saginaw) | September 26 vs. Niagara 01:16 - Nikita Klepov (Saginaw) | September 26 vs. Niagara 01:41 - Kevin He (Niagara) | September 26 vs. Saginaw 02:06 - McLean Agrette (Erie) | October 2 vs. Peterborough 02:34 - Ethan Belchetz (Windsor) | October 4 vs. Brantford 02:51 - Nick Wellenreiter (North Bay) | October 19 vs. Barrie 03:14 - Nikita Klepov (Saginaw) | October 19 vs. Flint 03:33 - Cole Davis (Windsor) | October 24 vs. Owen Sound 03:52 - Nikita Klepov (Saginaw) | October 26 vs. Windsor 04:11 - Dimian Zhilkin (Saginaw) | October 26 vs. Windsor 04:27 - Gabriel Chiarot (Brampton) | November 7 vs. Sarnia 04:43 - Brady Martin (Soo) | November 8 vs. Barrie 05:05 - Jake O'Brien (Brantford) | November 9 vs. Ottawa 05:29 - Lirim Amido
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2026-08-21
Knights sign forward Kane Barch -
LONDON, ON - The London Knights have announced that the club has signed forward Kane Barch to an OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement. Kane’s rights were acquired from the Kitchener Rangers at last year’s trade deadline and was drafted to the OHL in the first round, twenty-second overall in the 2025 priority selection. Barch has local ties to the community playing his U14 to U16 seasons with the Huron Perth Lakers before playing one season with the United States National Team Development Program and appearing in the World U17 Hockey Challenge for the USA. Kane becomes the third, second generation player signed to the Club following Ryan Beaulieu and Anthony Thomas-Maroon. Kane’s father, Krys played for the Knights from 1997-2000. “Kane brings a competitive and winning attitude to our team that matches the brand of hockey we expect in London. He understands the history of the London Knights and what it takes to win here and that’s important for our success.” - M
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2026 Fan Fest and Summer Showcase Details -
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2026 Fan Fest and Summer Showcase Details -
For more than 25 years, Fan Fest & BBQ Presented by Longo's has brought Rangers fans together for a day of fun, community and giving back. The annual ... - OHL Kitchener Rangers
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2026-08-19
2026 Training Camp Dates Announced -
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2026-08-18
2026 Training Camp Dates Announced -
Kitchener, ON - The Kitchener Rangers will hold their 2026 Training Camp at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium from Tuesday, August 25th - Thursday, Au... - OHL Kitchener Rangers
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2026-08-16
Jacob Lukes (F) from Team Illinois 16U AAA to Kitchener Rangers -
Date: 08/16/2026 Player: Jacob Lukes (F) From: Team Illinois 16U AAA To: Kitchener Rangers Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up
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Rangers sign forward Jacob Lukes -
Kitchener, Ont. – The Kitchener Rangers announced today that the club has signed forward Jacob Lukes to an OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement. Lukes, a native of Elk Grove Village, Illinois, is a right-shot forward who most recently played with Team Illinois 16U AAA. The 2009-born forward is listed at 6-foot-0 and 174 pounds and is committed to Bowling Green State University for the 2027-28 season. “Jacob is a smart and skilled forward who put up great numbers with his team last year,” said Kitchener Rangers General Manager Mike McKenzie. “He is a late bloomer who was passed over in the draft but has shown big improvement over the last year. He was recently among the final cuts for the Hlinka team as his game continues to grow. We are excited to welcome him and see him continue his development here in Kitchener.” During the 2025-26 season with Team Illinois 16U AAA, Lukes recorded 86 points, including 26 goals and 60 assists, over 58 games. He also spent the
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2026-08-15
Rangers 2026-27 Individual Tickets On Sale August 24th -
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2026-08-14
Rangers 2026-27 Individual Tickets on Sale August 24th -
Last season, we laid the foundation for something special. Now, the blueprint for 2026-27 is taking shape, and it all starts with getting #RTown back ... - OHL Kitchener Rangers
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Flyers 2026 Top 25 Under 25, No. 11: Jack Nesbitt -
Just outside of the top-ten on our list is one of the younger players to make an appearance here: Jack Nesbitt. We saw quite the consternation around his selection just over one year ago. With three graduations ahead of him from our previous list, Nesbitt slid up three places from his number 14 placement in the winter edition, and is making the jump to the NCAA for the 2026-27 season. No. 14: Jack Nesbitt 2025-26 Primary League/Team: Windsor Spitfires (OHL)2025-26 Statistics: 25G 33A 58 PTS in 55 GP (7G 3A 10PTS in 13 Playoff GP) Age as of 9/15/2026: 19 (1/12/2007)Acquired Via: 2025 NHL Draft – Round 1, Pick 12 How did Nesbitt’s 2025-26 season go?
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Joe Birch named 2026 David Branch Leader of the Year -
Kitchener Rangers COO Joe Birch is this year's recipient of the David Branch Leader of the Year Award.
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2026-08-13
Kitchener Rangers COO Joe Birch named 2026 David Branch Leader of the Year -
Kitchener Rangers COO Joe Birch is this year's recipient of the David Branch Leader of the Year Award.
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Joe Birch Named 2026 David Branch Leader of the Year -
Muskoka Lakes, Ont. - The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) announced today that Kitchener Rangers Chief Operating Officer (COO) Joe Birch is the recipient ... - OHL Kitchener Rangers
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Kitchener Rangers COO Joe Birch Named 2026 David Branch Leader of the Year -
Muskoka Lakes, Ont. - The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) announced today that Kitchener Rangers Chief Operating Officer (COO) Joe Birch is the recipient ... - OHL
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Rangers Sign Forward Jacob Lukes to Ontario Hockey League Scholarship and Development Agreement -
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2026-08-12
Rangers Sign Forward Jacob Lukes to Ontario Hockey League Scholarship and Development Agreement -
Kitchener, Ont. - The Kitchener Rangers announced today that the club has signed forward Jacob Lukes to an OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement.... - OHL Kitchener Rangers
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Join our Team: Job Opportunities Available for the 2026-27 Season -
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2026-08-11
Futures Watch: Guelph Storm’s 2026 Draft Class and New Faces -
As the 2026-27 OHL season approaches, the Guelph Storm are preparing for a highly anticipated campaign that will culminate with the club hosting the 2027 Memorial Cup. We spoke with the organization about its 2026 draft class and the new faces fans should keep an eye on heading into the upcoming season. 2026 Draft Class Revisit Player Spotlight: Declan McNally Profile: 6’6”, 180lbs, left-shot defenceman Hometown: La Salle, ON Birthdate: Sept 28, 2010 Drafted: 1st Round, 7th Overall (2026 OHL Priority Selection) 2025-26 Stats (Don Mills Flyers U16 AAA): 59 GP, 7G, 26A, 33 PTS Selected seventh overall in the 2026 OHL Priority Selection, Declan McNally put together a strong season on the blue line with the Don Mills Flyers U16 AAA p
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Where Every Nashville Predators Prospect Is Playing This Season -
The start of NHL training camp is right around the corner, not only bringing the Predators back to Nashville but a handful of prospects as well. Rookie Camp kicks off on Sept. 11, followed by the Prospects Tournament from Sept. 13-14 in North Carolina. Proceeding that is the start of training camp on Sept. 16. Nashville's first preseason game is on Sept. 20 against Tampa Bay at Benchmark International Arena. While a handful of prospects are hoping to crack the Predators roster, many are already set on where they'll be playing this season. The majority of the Predators prospects will be playing in the NCAA, 13 out of 25. Ryker Lee (Michigan State), Jack Ivankovic (Michigan), Miguel Marques (Maine), Jacob Rombach (Minnesota) and Teddy Stiga (Boston College) will all be returning to their college squads from last season, while the eight others are either entering their first college seasons or playing on a different team. Cameron Reid (Kitchener to Michigan), Tommy Bley
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OHL team hires ex NOJHL goalie -
Jake Paterson, who backstopped the Soo Eagles to the 2011 Northern Ontario Jr. Hockey League championship as a 16-year old rookie goalie, has turned to coaching. The 32-year old Paterson has been hired by the reigning Ontario Hockey League champion Kitchener Rangers in a dual role of goalie coach and video coach. It is a […] The post OHL team hires ex NOJHL goalie appeared first on .
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Firebirds sign defenseman Jude Bray -
FLINT - The Flint Firebirds announced on Thursday that the team has signed defenseman Jude Bray to a Standard Player Agreement. “I’m super excited and honored by this new opportunity in Flint,” Bray said. “It’s a privilege to join such a great organization, and I can’t wait to get going.” A native of Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Bray was acquired by Flint in a trade with the Brantford Bulldogs on Jan. 1, 2026. Bray was originally drafted in the 10th round of the 2024 OHL Priority Selection Draft by the Kitchener Rangers. Bray spent the past two seasons playing for the Sherwood Park Crusaders in the BCHL. He had nine goals and 43 assists in 81 total games for Sherwood Park, including seven goals and 23 assists in the 2025-26 season in 31 games. He is committed to play NCAA hockey at Penn State University. SCOUTING REPORT FROM HEAD SCOUT MIKE OLIVERIO “Jude is a smooth skater with high-end skills
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