Petes Reassign Two Ahead of 2024-25 Season
Peterborough Petes General Manager and Vice President of Operations Michael Oke announced today that the team has reassigned defenceman Dylan Woulds to the Calgary Canucks of the AJHL and released forward Nathan Leek, who will join the Charlottetown Islanders of the QMJHL.
Woulds, a 2006-born defenceman, was originally selected by the Petes in the 14th round, 269th overall, in the 2022 OHL Priority Selection. He featured in 45 games for the Petes last season, picking up one assist. Woulds will report to the Alberta Junior Hockey League’s Calgary Canucks, who are hosting the 2025 Centennial Cup.
“With Calgary hosting the Centennial Cup, Dylan will have the opportunity to get regular playing time in a competitive environment this season to continue his development,” noted Oke. “We will continue to monitor his progress throughout the year.”
Leek, a 2005-born forward, was selected by the Petes in the first round, 11th overall, of the 2023 OHL U18 Priority Selection. He featured in three games for the Petes last season, before joining the Whitecourt Wolverines of the AJHL. He then finished the season with the Leamington Flyers of the OJHL, where he picked up 19 points in 24 games. Leek will join the Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League’s Charlottetown Islanders ahead of the 2024-25 season.
“With the season coming up quick, we’ve had to make some more difficult decisions,” commented Oke. “We wish Nathan all the best as he continues his career with Charlottetown in the QMJHL.”
The Petes are back in action on Saturday, September 21 when they host the Guelph Storm at the Cavan Monaghan Community Centre in Millbrook. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. Ticket details can be found by clicking here. The game will also be streamed live on the Petes official YouTube page. Tickets for the Petes preseason game in Millbrook are available now. Stay tuned to the Petes social media channels and website for season updates as they become available.