Kitchener Rangers - Feed https://chl.ca/ohl-rangers/tag/dylan-edwards/ Thu, 23 Apr 2026 21:19:52 +0000 en-CA hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 ROUND THREE SERIES PREVIEW: Kitchener Rangers vs. Windsor Spitfires https://chl.ca/ohl-rangers/article/round-three-series-preview-kitchener-rangers-vs-windsor-spitfires Thu, 23 Apr 2026 21:19:52 +0000 Luca Lombardi https://chl.ca/ohl-rangers/article/round-three-series-preview-kitchener-rangers-vs-windsor-spitfires Kitchener, ON – The Kitchener Rangers have worked their way to the Western Conference Finals of the 2026 OHL Playoffs. The Blueshirts are facing the Windsor Spitfires in this round, with the first game held in Kitchener. Puck drop is set for 7:00 p.m. at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium.  
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  SCHEDULE: Game 1: Friday, April 24th at Kitchener, 7:00 p.m. Game 2: Sunday, April 26th at Kitchener, 6:00 p.m. Game 3: Monday, April 27th at Windsor, 7:05 p.m. Game 4: Wednesday, April 29th at Windsor, 7:05 p.m. Game 5: Friday, May 1st at Kitchener, 7:00 p.m.* Game 6: Sunday, May 3rd at Windsor, 4:05 p.m.* Game 7: Monday, May 4th at Kitchener, 7:00 p.m.*   (*If necessary, Rangers home game is bolded)   PLAYOFF TICKETS Tickets for Round 3 of the OHL Playoffs are on sale now. You can purchase yours online here. Fans can also call 519-578-1570, or you can purchase tickets in person at The Aud Box Office, sponsored by White Way Plumbing, located at 400 East Avenue in Kitchener. Box Office hours may differ over the holiday weekend; find hours here.   HEAD-TO-HEAD This Season: The Rangers and Spitfires played four games during the 2025-26 regular season, with Kitchener winning three matchups and Windsor earning one victory. The Rangers took the first three meetings (OT 3-2, 7-2, and 3-0), while the Spitfires responded with a 5-2 win in the final game. On the road, Kitchener went 1-1 in Windsor, while posting a 2-0-0-0 record at the Aud. The most recent meeting came on Sunday, March 8th, in Windsor, where the Rangers dropped a game by a score 5-2. Cameron Reid opened the scoring for Kitchener in the fourteenth minute of the first period. Jack Pridham tied the score in the second period with a power-play goal, which became the final goal for the Rangers. Both Kitchener (Midwest) and Windsor (West) were crowned division champions in their respective division.   Playoff History: This postseason marks the 10th consecutive playoff appearance for the Kitchener Rangers and second consecutive appearance in the Western Conference Final, facing off against the London Knights as season ago. The Windsor Spitfires also qualified for the 2025 playoffs but were eliminated in the second round by the Kitchener Rangers in seven games. This season, however, Windsor advanced to the third round after defeating the Guelph Storm in the first round in four straight games and then the Flint Firebirds in the second round, also in four games. The Spitfires earned eight straight victories, showing strong potential entering the Conference Finals. This matchup between Kitchener and Windsor marks their second-straight postseason meeting in the OHL Playoffs.   Playoff Statistics: Kitchener Overall Power Play: 5th in the OHL at 30.8% Home Power Play: 3rd in the OHL at 54.5%   Overall Penalty Kill: 3rd in the OHL at 87.1% Home Penalty Kill: 2nd in the OHL at 93.3%   Windsor Overall Power Play: 6th in the OHL at 29.2% Away Power Play: 5th in the OHL at 25.0%   Overall Penalty Kill: 2nd in the OHL at 88.5% Away Penalty Kill: 4th in the OHL at 91.7%   SCOUTING THE RANGERS (48-14-4-2) 101 points, 68 GP First in the Western Conference, Second in the OHL Rangers Round Two: The Blueshirts wrapped up the second round of the 2026 OHL Playoffs with a series win over the Soo Greyhounds in five games. Kitchener claimed the first three wins and, before advancing to the third round, dropped Game 4 in Sault Ste. Marie but then made an immediate comeback in Game 5 on home ice. The Rangers outscored the Greyhounds 22 – 14.   Rangers to Watch: Sam O’Reilly climbed to the top of the team lead in scoring after the second round, recording 14 points (10G, 4A), while also leading the team in goals. The newly named Red Tilson Trophy finalist, O’Reilly, scored two power-play goals and one game-winner. Four of his goals opened the scoring. The Tampa Bay Lightning prospect made his presence felt in seven of nine games, appearing on the scoresheet in the majority of matchups. He is also among the top ten players in the league so far. Dylan Edwards trails only Sam O’Reilly for points this post-season, with just one point fewer. Through the second round, Edwards recorded his eighth goal and fifth assist. The forward tops the team in power-play goals with four. Like O’Reilly, Edwards showcased strong offensive skill on the right wing, registering points in six of nine games. Alexander Bilecki has cemented himself in a crucial role for the rest of the playoffs. The draft eligible defenseman has continued to improve his draft stock as he gears up for the western conference finals. Bilecki recorded five points in round two including two points in the series clinching Game 5 victory. Through nine games, Bilecki has nine points (1G, 8A). Goaltending: Christian Kirsch Christian Kirsch has been a key presence in net throughout both first and second rounds of the playoffs. He has posted a .896 save percentage and a 2.31 goals-against average through nine games. Ranking fifth in the OHL among playoff goaltenders, Kirsch has turned aside 180 of 201 shots overall.   SCOUTING THE SPITFIRES (44-15-6-3) 97 points, 68GP Second in the Western Conference, 5th in the OHL   Spitfires Round Two: The Windsor Spitfires punched their ticket to the Western Conference Finals with four-straight victories in the second round against the Flint Firebirds. Closing out both the first and second rounds in just four games each, Windsor brings plenty of energy and motivation into this round. The Spitfires scored 17 goals and allowed 11 against Flint. The Windsor Spitfires have six players on their roster who have been drafted to the NHL. Jack Nesbitt (Philadelphia Flyers) was selected in 2025, while AJ Spellacy (Chicago Blackhawks), Jakub Fibigr (Seattle Kraken), Liam Greentree (New York Rangers), and Nathan Villeneuve (Seattle Kraken) were drafted in 2024. Alex Pharand (Chicago Blackhawks) heard his name called in the 2023 NHL Draft.   Spitfires to Watch: Liam Greentree headlines a physical Windsor team as the 6’3 tall, New York Ranger prospect is tied for first in points thus far. Greentree's ten points (5G, 5A) is matched by defencemen Jakub Fibigr and Anthony Cristoforo. Greentree featured in 54 regular season games, while also being selected to represent Team Canada at the World Juniors in Minnesota. The Spitfires' captain recorded 74 points (38G, 36A) in those 54 games. While providing strong defensive support for Windsor, Fibigr is tied for the team lead in points this post-season, recording two goals and eight assists. He is tied with one teammate for the team lead in power-play points with four. The defenceman has also recorded one power-play goal and one game-winning goal. This marks his third straight appearance in the OHL Playoffs, adding valuable experience heading into this round. Jack Nesbitt is the highest drafted player on the Spitfires rosters. The Flyers prospect was selected 12th overall in this year’s past NHL Entry Draft. Through the playoffs, the forward has recorded nine points (6G, 3A) through eight games. Nesbitt another big forward listed at 6’4 will look to take part in a physical series with the Blueshirts. Anthony Cristoforo has picked up right where he left in the regular season through the first two rounds of the playoffs. As mentioned, he is tied for first on the team in points through the first two rounds with ten points (2G, 8A) after recording back-to-back 60 point seasons as a defenceman.    Goaltending: Joey Costanzo Joey Costanzo has been a standout in both rounds and currently ranks as the second-best goaltender during the 2026 OHL playoffs. He has posted a .919 save percentage and a 2.00 goals-against average through eight games. Costanzo has stopped 181-of-197 shots, further proving his reliability between the pipes.   RANGERS REACH Rangers Reach is back for another exciting season of great Rangers hockey and Huge JACKPOTS! You could be the next winner of our Jackpot draw or consolation prize draw of a $200 The Keg Waterloo Gift Card! Buy now! or text WIN to 95050 (Std Msg & Data Rates may apply) Also, back for another season is the Rangers Reach Authentic Jersey Raffle! Get your tickets online or on the concourse at tonight’s game!  Rangers Reach 50/50 supports local minor sports organizations, numerous social agencies, charities, and education related programs. Proceeds from Rangers Reach 50/50 also help support our community.   BROADCAST COVERAGE Games played in Kitchener will be televised on Rogers TV (Channel 20). It can be watched across the province of Ontario on the Rogers Super Sports Pak for cable subscribers. All games will be streamed live online on FloHockey. Additionally, fans can listen to action on the radio on 570 NewsRadio Kitchener.   UP NEXT: Following Game 1, the Blueshirts will remain on home ice for Game 2 on Sunday, April 26th, with puck drop set for 6:00 p.m. at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium. The Rangers will then travel to Windsor to face the Spitfires for Games 3 and 4, beginning on Monday, April 27th.   For media inquiries, contact: Luca Lombardi  Manager, Communications and Community Relations Kitchener Rangers Hockey Club (416) 885-4510 llombardi@kitchenerrangers.com]]> Sam O’Reilly Named Amongst Finalists For The Red Tilson Trophy As League MVP https://chl.ca/ohl-rangers/article/sam-oreilly-named-amongst-finalists-for-the-red-tilson-trophy-as-league-mvp Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:35:06 +0000 Luca Lombardi https://chl.ca/ohl-rangers/article/sam-oreilly-named-amongst-finalists-for-the-red-tilson-trophy-as-league-mvp TORONTO – The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) today announced finalists for the Red Tilson Trophy, presented annually to the OHL’s Most Outstanding Player as voted by the League’s accredited writers and broadcasters. This year’s Red Tilson Trophy finalists include: Cole Beaudoin (C, Barrie Colts) – 54 GP, 33 G, 56 A, 89 PTS. A workhorse down the middle for the Barrie Colts, Utah Mammoth first round draft pick Cole Beaudoin produced at a clip of 1.65 points-per-game and won 55% of his faceoffs during the season. The Kanata, ON native finished tied for the league-lead in game-winning goals with 10, and was recently named the OHL’s Most Sportsmanlike Player of the Year, earning the William Hanley Trophy for his disciplined approach. Beaudoin was a key part of Canada’s National Junior Team and was voted the Eastern Conference’s hardest worker, best on faceoffs, best defensive forward and best penalty killer on the OHL Coaches Poll. Jake O’Brien (C, Brantford Bulldogs) – 53 GP, 28 G, 65 A, 93 PTS. Brantford Bulldogs captain Jake O’Brien led the OHL with a 1.75 point-per-game production rate, fuelling a power play that, statistically, ended the season as the best in OHL history at 34.8%. O’Brien’s 41 power play points paced the league while he remained a force at even strength, finishing the campaign with a plus-34 rating. The Seattle Kraken first round NHL Draft pick rounded-out his third season as the Bulldogs’ career leader in points with 255 (73-182–255). The OHL Player of the Month for October, O’Brien’s 65 assists led all players and energized the league’s most potent offence. He was voted the Eastern Conference’s smartest player and best playmaker in the OHL Coaches Poll. Nathan Aspinall (LW, Flint Firebirds) – 65 GP, 33 G, 61 A, 94 PTS. Flint Firebirds captain Nathan Aspinall turbocharged his offensive production with a 47-point improvement to lead the Flint Firebirds to their best season in the club’s 10-year history. The 6-foot-7 Aspinall set a new club record with 61 assists while scoring 33 goals and placing fifth in OHL shots on goal with a total of 250. He was also a fast-starter, tying for the OHL lead in first goals with eight while also converting on four of six shootout attempts during the season. Aspinall was the OHL Player of the Month for November and appeared in hardest shot and best playmaker categories in the Western Conference portion of the OHL Coaches Poll. Sam O’Reilly (C, Kitchener Rangers) – 56 GP, 29 G, 42 A, 71 PTS. Perhaps the biggest splash of the OHL trade deadline, the Kitchener Rangers acquisition of Sam O’Reilly from the rival London Knights has paid big dividends for the Blueshirts. O’Reilly’s arrival sparked the Rangers to a big second half that saw them finish atop the Western Conference standings for the first time since 2008. After posting 28 points (12-16–28) in as many games with London, O’Reilly stepped-up his production in Kitchener with 43 points (17-26–43) over 28 contests, all while finishing the season with a 58% success rate in the faceoff circle. A member of Canada’s National Junior Team,  the Tampa Bay Lightning prospect factored prominently into the OHL Coaches Poll, being voted the Western Conference’s smartest player, best on faceoffs and best defensive forward. Nikita Klepov (RW, Saginaw Spirit) – 67 GP, 37 G, 60 A, 97 PTS. The first rookie to lead the OHL in scoring since Patrick Kane of the 2006-07 London Knights, Nikita Klepov enters the 2026 NHL Draft as the eighth-ranked North American skater on NHL Central Scouting’s final rankings released last week. The shifty winger follows Michael Misa as the second-straight Spirit player to earn the Eddie Powers Trophy as the OHL’s leading scorer, while also joining Misa in elite company as an OHL Rookie of the Year Award winner. The Deerfield Beach, Florida product piled up 38 points on the power play and went 4-for-6 in shootout attempts. He was recognized as the Western Conference’s most dangerous player in the goal area and best shootout shooter in the OHL Coaches Poll. ]]> Rangers’ Dylan Edwards named Cogeco OHL Player of the Week https://chl.ca/ohl-rangers/article/rangers-dylan-edwards-named-cogeco-ohl-player-of-the-week Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:36:38 +0000 Luca Lombardi https://chl.ca/ohl-rangers/article/rangers-dylan-edwards-named-cogeco-ohl-player-of-the-week TORONTO – The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) today announced that overage forward Dylan Edwards is the Cogeco OHL Player of the Week, producing four goals, two assists and six points over three games to help the Kitchener Rangers advance to the Western Conference Championship Series. Edwards scored a hat-trick in Kitchener’s Game 3 road win on Tuesday, scoring the deciding goal with 5:17 remaining in a 4-3 victory over the Soo Greyhounds. He helped lead the charge in pushing the Rangers through to the third round of the playoffs with a goal and two assists in Friday’s 5-1 win at the Aud. A 20-year-old from Toronto, Edwards has 13 points (8-5–13) over nine games in these playoffs, building-off a 40-goal, 87-point regular season over 67 games between the Rangers and Erie Otters. The 5-foot-8, 171Ib. left-wing was originally Erie’s eighth round (150th overall) pick in the 2021 OHL Priority Selection, and produced 84 goals, 100 assists and 184 points over 222 career regular season games. Completing his fourth full OHL season, Edwards as produced 20 goals, 17 assists and 37 points over 24 career playoff contests between the Rangers and Otters. He is committed to Quinnipiac University (NCAA).   2025-26 Cogeco OHL Player of the Week – Playoffs Mar. 23-29: Jacob Battaglia (Flint Firebirds) Mar. 30-Apr. 5: Ben Wilmott (Barrie Colts) Apr. 6-12: Adam Jiricek (Brantford Bulldogs) Apr. 13-19: Dylan Edwards (Kitchener Rangers)   2025-26 Cogeco OHL Player of the Week – Regular Season Sept. 18-21: Cole Davis (Windsor Spitfires) Sept. 22-28: Ethan Czata (Niagara IceDogs) Sept. 29-Oct. 5: Kashawn Aitcheson (Barrie Colts) Oct. 6-12: Jake O’Brien (Brantford Bulldogs) Oct. 13-19: Adam Benak (Brantford Bulldogs) Oct. 20-26: Kieron Walton (Sudbury Wolves) Oct. 27-Nov. 2: Harry Nansi (Owen Sound Attack) Nov. 3-9: Alex Kostov (Flint Firebirds) Nov. 10-16: Nathan Aspinall (Flint Firebirds) Nov. 17-23: Marek Vanacker (Brantford Bulldogs) Nov. 24-30: Kieron Walton (Sudbury Wolves) Dec. 1-7: Alex McLean (Guelph Storm) Dec. 8-14: Christopher Brown (Soo Greyhounds) Dec. 15-21: Alex Pharand (Sudbury Wolves) Dec. 28-Jan. 4: Egor Barabanov (Saginaw Spirit) Jan. 5-11: Cole Beaudoin (Barrie Colts) Jan. 12-18: Nikita Klepov (Saginaw Spirit) Jan. 19-25: Jake O’Brien (Brantford Bulldogs) Jan. 26-Feb. 1: Kevin He (Flint Firebirds) Feb. 2-8: Ben Wilmott (Barrie Colts) Feb. 9-15: Egor Barabanov (Saginaw Spirit) Feb. 16-22: Quinn Beauchesne (Guelph Storm) Feb. 23-Mar. 1: Liam Greentree (Windsor Spitfires) Mar. 2-8: Sam O’Reilly (Kitchener Rangers) Mar. 9-15: Cooper Foster (Ottawa 67’s) Mar. 16-22: Jake O’Brien (Brantford Bulldogs) ]]> Rangers Announce Western Conference Finals Schedule https://chl.ca/ohl-rangers/article/rangers-announce-western-conference-finals-schedule Sun, 19 Apr 2026 23:00:27 +0000 Luca Lombardi https://chl.ca/ohl-rangers/article/rangers-announce-western-conference-finals-schedule

Kitchener, ON — Your Kitchener Rangers have punched their ticket to the Western Conference Finals for the second consecutive season where they will meet the Windsor Spitfires. Both teams will battle to claim the Wayne Gretzky Trophy with the all the action starting at The Aud.

Fans can mark their calendars for the following games this round:

Round 3 – Game 1
Friday, April 24th, 2026 | The Aud | 7:00 p.m.

Round 3 – Game 2
Sunday, April 26th, 2026 | The Aud | 6:00 p.m.

Round 3 – Game 3
Monday, April 27th, 2026 | WFCU Centre | 7:05 p.m.

Round 3 – Game 4
Wednesday, April 29th, 2026 | WFCU Centre | 7:05 p.m.

Round 3 – Game 5*
Friday, May 1st, 2026 | The Aud | 7:00 p.m.

Round 3 – Game 6*
Sunday, May 3rd, 2026 | WFCU Centre | 4:05 p.m.

Round 3 – Game 7*
Monday May 4th, 2026 | The Aud | 7:00 p.m.

*If necessary. Tickets for all potential games will go on sale when they are confirmed.

Rangers First Two Home Games On Sale Now
Tickets for Round 3 Home Games 1 and 2 are on sale Monday, April 20th at 10am. Tickets for future home games will be released for sale once the game has been officially confirmed.
How to Purchase

Fans can secure their seats through the following options:

Online
kwtickets.ca

In Person
The Aud Box Office, sponsored by Whiteway Plumbing
400 East Ave., Kitchener, ON N2H 1Z6

Box Office Hours
Monday to Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Fans can check the Aud website for full box office hours.

]]> Four Kitchener Rangers Featured On NHL Central Scouting Final Draft Rankings https://chl.ca/ohl-rangers/article/four-kitchener-rangers-featured-on-nhl-central-scouting-final-draft-rankings Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:34:33 +0000 Luca Lombardi https://chl.ca/ohl-rangers/article/four-kitchener-rangers-featured-on-nhl-central-scouting-final-draft-rankings Kitchener, ON – A total of 76 Ontario Hockey League (OHL) players have been included in NHL Central Scouting’s Final Draft Rankings for the 2026 NHL Draft, underscoring the league’s depth heading into June. Four of which are home to the Kitchener Rangers. Alexander Bilecki (49th), Charlie Puglisi (112), and Weston Cameron (196) cracked the last as top North American Skaters, while Jason Schaubel was ranked 36th amongst North American goaltenders.

CANADIAN HOCKEY LEAGUE BOASTS 75.5 PER CENT OF RANKS TO LEAD ALL NORTH AMERICAN DEVELOPMENT LEAGUES
The list features 65 skaters and 11 goaltenders from across the OHL, spanning all 20 member clubs. In total, 197 players developed across the Canadian Hockey League’s (CHL) three member leagues (OHL, WHL, and QMJHL) were included in the final rankings. The Western Hockey League (WHL) leads the way with 78 current players (69 skaters, 9 goaltenders), while the Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) features 41 (35 skaters, 6 goaltenders). Of the 224 North American skaters ranked, 65 hail from the OHL, accounting for approximately 29% of the list.  
2026 NHL Central Scouting Final Rankings – OHL
SKATERS
RANK PLAYER POS. TEAM
2 Chase Reid D Soo Greyhounds
6 Caleb Malhotra C Brantford Bulldogs
8 Nikita Klepov RW Saginaw Spirit
9 Ethan Belchetz LW Windsor Spitfires
14 Adam Novotny LW Peterborough Petes
21 Brooks Rogowski C Oshawa Generals
25 Ryder Cali C North Bay Battalion
27 Adam Nemec LW Sudbury Wolves
28 Ryan Roobroeck LW Niagara IceDogs
29 Jaxon Cover RW London Knights
35 Thomas Vandenberg C Ottawa 67’s
40 Maksim Sokolovskii D London Knights
41 Alessandro Di Iorio C Sarnia Sting
43 Egor Barabanov C Saginaw Spirit
47 Vladimir Dravecky D Brantford Bulldogs
49 Alexander Bilecki D Kitchener Rangers
56 Pierce Mbuyi LW Owen Sound Attack
59 Cole Zurawski RW Owen Sound Attack
68 Eric Frossard D Guelph Storm
69 Beckham Edwards C Sarnia Sting
71 Ben Wilmott C Barrie Colts
73 Alex Kostov RW Flint Firebirds
75 Spencer Bowes LW Ottawa 67’s
80 Wesley Royston RW Owen Sound Attack
82 Colin Fitzgerald C Soo Greyhounds
83 Parker Vaughan RW North Bay Battalion
85 Carter Stevens RW Guelph Storm
91 Lucas Ambrosio D Erie Otters
95 Jasper Kuhta C Ottawa 67’s
97 Adam Levac C Peterborough Petes
103 Jean-Cristoph Lemieux LW Sudbury Wolves
105 Braidy Wassilyn LW London Knights
110 Callum Croskery D Soo Greyhounds
118 Aiden O’Donnell LW Oshawa Generals
119 Layne Gallacher C Guelph Storm
124 Brody Pepoy RW Saginaw Spirit
141 Brady Murnane D Oshawa Generals
142 Andre Mondoux D Kingston Frontenacs
143 Cohen Bidgood RW London Knights
148 Nathan Amidovski LW Brampton Steelheads
152 Joe Salandra RW Barrie Colts
157 Ondrej Ruml D Ottawa 67’s
159 Harris Pangretitsch D Soo Greyhounds
169 Julian Brown D Owen Sound Attack
171 Dryden Allen D Flint Firebirds
175 Leo Laschon D Oshawa Generals
181 Illia Shybinskyi LW Guelph Storm
182 Leon Kolarik LW Peterborough Petes
184 Ryan Brown LW London Knights
186 Darian Anderson RW Flint Firebirds
188 Caden Harvey C Windsor Spitfires
190 Jacob Vandeven D London Knights
194 Rowan Henderson LW Sudbury Wolves
196 Weston Cameron LW Kitchener Rangers
201 Rylan Singh LW Guelph Storm
202 Colin Feeley D Oshawa Generals
205 Andrew Robinson D Windsor Spitfires
207 Justin Handsor D Barrie Colts
212 Grady Spicer D Windsor Spitfires
214 Alexander Karmanov D North Bay Battalion
217 Alex McLean C Kingston Frontenacs
218 Julius Saari D Erie Otters
219 Cody Wood D London Knights
220 Elliot Arnett D Owen Sound Attack
223 Aiden Young LW Peterborough Petes
  GOALTENDERS
RANK PLAYER TEAM
11 Ryder Fetterolf Ottawa 67’s
12 Zachary Jovanovski Guelph Storm
13 Stepan Shurygin Saginaw Spirit
15 Matthew Minchak Kingston Frontenacs
17 Vladislav Yermolenko Niagara IceDogs
18 Arvin Jaswal Barrie Colts
23 Matthew Humphries Oshawa Generals
24 Gavin Betts Kingston Frontenacs
31 Ben Hrebik Barrie Colts
32 Maksim Corovic Brantford Bulldogs
36 Jason Schaubel Kitchener Rangers
  For the full NHL Central Scouting Final Draft Rankings, visit nhl.com.]]> ROUND TWO GAME FIVE: Kitchener Rangers vs. Soo Greyhounds https://chl.ca/ohl-rangers/article/round-two-game-five-kitchener-rangers-vs-soo-greyhounds Fri, 17 Apr 2026 02:55:02 +0000 Luca Lombardi https://chl.ca/ohl-rangers/article/round-two-game-five-kitchener-rangers-vs-soo-greyhounds Kitchener, ON – The Kitchener Rangers will make their second attempt to book their spot in the Western Conference Finals with the Windsor Spitfires awaiting the winner of this round two series. Puck drop is set for 7:00 p.m. at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium.     PLAYOFF TICKETS Tickets for Games 5 are on sale now. You can purchase yours online here. Fans can also call 519-578-1570, or you can purchase tickets in person at The Aud Box Office, sponsored by White Way Plumbing, located at 400 East Avenue in Kitchener. Box Office hours may differ over the holiday weekend; find hours here.
HEAD-TO-HEAD Game 4: The Kitchener Rangers had a chance to sweep back-to-back playoff series for the first time since 2008, but it was the Greyhounds who spoiled the party. The Blueshirts scored twice in the opening period but were held off the scoresheet for the remaining 40 minutes as the Greyhounds score four unanswered goals to force a Game 5 in Kitchener on Friday night. Cameron Arquette and Matthew Hlacar chipped in with their first goals on the playoffs to give Kitchener a two-goal advantage after the opening 20 minutes. Neither team found the back of the net in the middle frame holding the 2-0 scoreline into the final period. However, the Greyhounds responded with a strong third period scoring three times in a five minute span to take the lead with just over ten minutes to play in regulation. With the Rangers net empty, Marco Mignosa secured the Hounds victory with an empty net goal.   SCOUTING THE RANGERS (7-1-0-0) Rangers to Watch:

Cameron Arquette opened the scoring early, giving Kitchener the jump to start the game. He continues to contribute this postseason, now up to three points (1G, 2A) through eight games. In his second OHL playoff run, Arquette is already showing more confidence and impact compared to last year, when he recorded one goal and four assists in 16 games. Arquette has been a driving force on a pesky third line for the Kitchener Rangers that has been a handful for teams to deal with and have made their presence felt this postseason.

 

Christian Humphreys has been held pointless over the last two games and is destined to breakout in Game 5. Humphreys still leads the way in the points column for the Rangers accumulating eleven points (5G, 6A) in eight games. He will need to be a driver of offence for the Rangers at even strength and with the man advantage where he has six of his eleven points in the playoffs.

  Goaltending: Christian Kirsch Kirsch suffered his first playoff loss on Thursday night, but still owns an impressive 7-1-0-0 record. Kirsch stood tall in net for Kitchener in Sault Ste. Marie on Thursday, turning aside 29-of-32 shots. He finished the night with a .906 save percentage and a 3.10 goals-against average, giving the Rangers a reliable presence between the pipes.   SCOUTING THE GREYHOUNDS (5-4-0-0) Greyhounds to Watch:

Jordan Charron was a difference-maker in Game 4, finding the back of the net twice and driving the comeback effort. He doubled his playoff goal tally and now sits on three goals and one assist through nine playoff games. Last year marked his first playoff appearance, where he managed to record an assist, but this time around he’s already far surpassed that mark. Charron earned first star honours in Game 4, highlighting his impact when it mattered most.

Callum Croskery was named second star after picking up two assists on Thursday, playing a key role in generating offence from the back end. He now has five points (1G, 4A) through nine games and provides reliable minutes on the blue line in his first playoff appearance. 

  Goaltending: Carter George Carter George was perfect after the opening 20 minutes playing a huge role in helping the Soo Greyhounds force a Game 5 in Kitchener. TheGreyhounds netminder improved to a .910 save percentage with a 2.29 goals-against average through nine playoff games.   RANGERS REACH Rangers Reach is back for another exciting season of great Rangers hockey and Huge JACKPOTS! You could be the next winner of our Jackpot draw or consolation prize draw of a $200 The Keg Waterloo Gift Card! Buy now! or text WIN to 95050 (Std Msg & Data Rates may apply) Also, back for another season is the Rangers Reach Authentic Jersey Raffle! Get your tickets online or on the concourse at tonight’s game!  Rangers Reach 50/50 supports local minor sports organizations, numerous social agencies, charities, and education related programs. Proceeds from Rangers Reach 50/50 also help support our community.   BROADCAST COVERAGE Friday’s game will be televised on Rogers TV (Channel 20). It can also be watched across the province of Ontario on the Rogers Super Sports Pak 466 for cable subscribers. All games will be streamed live online on FloHockey. Additionally, fans can listen to action on the radio on 570 NewsRadio Kitchener.   For media inquiries, contact: Luca Lombardi  Manager, Communications and Community Relations Kitchener Rangers Hockey Club (416) 885-4510 llombardi@kitchenerrangers.com]]> Game Recap: Greyhounds Score Four Unanswered To Force Game 5 in Kitchener https://chl.ca/ohl-rangers/article/game-recap-greyhounds-score-four-unanswered-to-force-game-5-in-kitchener Fri, 17 Apr 2026 02:05:27 +0000 Luca Lombardi https://chl.ca/ohl-rangers/article/game-recap-greyhounds-score-four-unanswered-to-force-game-5-in-kitchener Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. – The Kitchener Rangers had a chance to sweep back-to-back playoff series for the first time since 2008, but it was the Greyhounds who spoiled the party. The Blueshirts scored twice in the opening period but were held off the scoresheet for the remaining 40 minutes as the Greyhounds score four unanswered goals to force a Game 5 in Kitchener on Friday night. Cameron Arquette and Matthew Hlacar chipped in with their first goals on the playoffs to give Kitchener a two-goal advantage after the opening 20 minutes. Neither team found the back of the net in the middle frame holding the 2-0 scoreline into the final period. However, the Greyhounds responded with a strong third period scoring three times in a five minute span to take the lead with just over ten minutes to play in regulation. With the Rangers net empty, Marco Mignosa secured the Hounds victory with an empty net goal.   Scoring Summary:  First Period KIT 1 – SOO 0 4:50 Cameron Arquette (1) – Haeden Ellis, Tanner Lam KIT 2 – SOO 0 11:28 Matthew Hlacar (1) – Andrew Vermeulen, Avry Anstis   Third Period KIT 2 – SOO 1 5:56 Jordan Charron (2) – Callum Croskery, Carson Andrew KIT 2 – SOO 2 8:13 Jordan Charron (3) – Callum Croskery KIT 2 – SOO 3 – GWG 9:58 Travis Hayes (1) – Marco Mignosa KIT 2 – SOO 4 – ENG 18:38 Marco Mignosa (7) – Brady Smith   The Numbers Game: Shots: KIT 22 – SOO 33 Power play: KIT 0/2 – SOO 0/1 FO%: KIT 51% – SOO 49%   The Starting Goalies: Christian Kirsch (KIT) – 29/32 Saves, Three Goals Against, Loss Carter George (SOO) -  20/22 Saves, Two Goals Against, Win   PLAYOFF TICKETS Tickets for Round 2 of the OHL Playoffs are on sale now. You can purchase yours online here. Fans can also call 519-578-1570, or you can purchase tickets in person at The Aud Box Office, sponsored by White Way Plumbing, located at 400 East Avenue in Kitchener. Box Office hours may differ over the holiday weekend; find hours here.   UP NEXT: Game 5 shift's back to Kitchener on Friday, April 17th where the Kitchener Rangers will have another chance to punch their ticket to the Western Conference Finals. Puck drop is set for 7:00 p.m. at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium.   For media inquiries, contact: Luca Lombardi  Manager, Communications and Community Relations Kitchener Rangers Hockey Club (416) 885-4510 llombardi@kitchenerrangers.com]]> ROUND TWO GAME FOUR: Kitchener Rangers vs. Soo Greyhounds https://chl.ca/ohl-rangers/article/round-two-game-four-kitchener-rangers-vs-soo-greyhounds Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:42:24 +0000 Luca Lombardi https://chl.ca/ohl-rangers/article/round-two-game-four-kitchener-rangers-vs-soo-greyhounds Sault Ste. Marie, ON – After earning three straight victories over the Greyhounds, Kitchener heads into Game 4 with a chance to close out the second round. Puck drop is set for 7:07 at the GFL Memorial Gardens.     WATCH PARTY LOCATION: Jack Astor's Kitchener - 2960 Kingsway Drive  Join us at Jack Astor's Kitchener to cheer on the Rangers for Game 4 of this second round series. You won't want to miss it as there will be ticket giveaways, prize packs, clappers, and full game audio.   HEAD-TO-HEAD Game 3: Game 3 marked Kitchener’s third straight win in the series, as they edged out Soo by a score of 4-3 at the GFL Memorial Gardens. Haeden Ellis opened the scoring in the 11th minute of the first period, but Quinn McKenzie responded just two minutes later. The second period belonged solely to Dylan Edwards, who scored the first of his three goals of the night. Brady Martin answered early in the third period, striking just two minutes in, but Edwards restored Kitchener’s lead with his second tally. Chase Reid brought the Greyhounds back level with a power-play goal midway through the period, but it wasn’t enough, as Edwards sealed the game by completing his hat trick.   SCOUTING THE RANGERS (7-0-0-0) Rangers to Watch: Dylan Edwards stole the spotlight on Tuesday, recording a hat trick just one game after Sam O’Reilly notched his own. Edwards now sits at 10 points (7G, 3A) through seven games, tied with the other two Rangers. He was named the first star of the game for the second consecutive matchup, continuing to drive Kitchener’s offence and stepping up in important moments. Haeden Ellis scored his third goal of the playoffs to open the scoring for the Blueshirts. All three of his goals have come in this second round series against the Soo Greyhounds, and has opened the scoring in two of the three games. Ellis has added two assists to those three goals, giving him five points thus far, ranking seventh on the team in scoring. Jack Pridham was a team leader throughout much of the regular season, though his role has slightly shifted in the playoffs. While he remains a key contributor to the overall effort, he now ranks fourth on the team in postseason scoring with 10 points, all coming from assists. The Chicago Blackhawks prospect picked up two helpers on Tuesday and continues to create opportunities for his teammates, though he is still searching for hist first goal of the series. Goaltending: Christian Kirsch earned his seventh straight win in his first OHL playoff appearance. The goaltender finished Tuesday’s game with a .857 save percentage and a 3.00 goals-against average, stopping 18-of-21 shots.   SCOUTING THE GREYHOUNDS (4-4-0-0) Greyhounds to Watch: Brady Martin earned second star honours after recording a multi-point night with a goal and assist. That performance brings his postseason totals to three goals and seven assists. The forward has already appeared in two previous OHL Playoffs, making this his third postseason, with Game 3 being his 25th career playoff appearance. Martin has shown significant progress, already producing nearly twice as many points this postseason compared to his combined totals from the previous two. Quinn McKenzie scored his fourth goal of the post-season, giving him goals in three straight games. The Greyhound forward has notched six points (4G, 2A) in his first ever OHL playoff run. He also leads the Greyhounds in goals this series. Chase Reid earned third star recognition following his standout performance on Tuesday. He registered three points (1G, 2A) in Game 3, including a power play goal. Reid now has six points (3G, 3A) in eight playoff appearances, with half of that production coming last game. The defenceman continues to play at an elite level, contributing at both ends of the ice and reinforcing his role as a key piece of the team’s lineup as the series evolves.   Goaltending: Carter George stopped 20-of-24 shots faced in game three. Despite a 4-4 record, the Los Angeles Kings Prospect has a .910 save percentage to go along with a 2.32 goals against average. George has also faced the third amount of shots this playoffs with 223 as well as the third most saves with 203.   BROADCAST COVERAGE Thursday night’s game against the Greyhounds will be televised on Rogers TV (Channel 20). It can also be watched across the province of Ontario on the Rogers Super Sports Pak 469 for cable subscribers. All games will be streamed live online on FloHockey. Additionally, fans can listen to action on the radio on 570 NewsRadio Kitchener.   UP NEXT: Should the Greyhounds come out on top in Game 4 to extend the series, Game 5 will shift back to Kitchener on Friday, April 17th. Puck drop would be set for 7:00 p.m. at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium.  
For media inquiries, contact: Luca Lombardi  Manager, Communications and Community Relations Kitchener Rangers Hockey Club (416) 885-4510 llombardi@kitchenerrangers.com
]]> Game Recap: Dylan Edwards Plays Hat Trick Hero As Rangers Take Commanding 3-0 Series Lead https://chl.ca/ohl-rangers/article/game-recap-dylan-edwards-plays-hat-trick-hero-as-rangers-take-commanding-3-0-series-lead Wed, 15 Apr 2026 02:23:12 +0000 Luca Lombardi https://chl.ca/ohl-rangers/article/game-recap-dylan-edwards-plays-hat-trick-hero-as-rangers-take-commanding-3-0-series-lead Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. – The Kitchener Rangers defeated the Soo Greyhound by a final score of 4-3 Tuesday night to take a commanding 3-0 series lead and push the Greyhounds to the brink of elimination. After Sam O’Reilly scored three in Game 2, Dylan Edwards played hat trick hero in Game 3 making it back-to-back playoff games with a hat trick for the Blueshirts. Edwards capped off his hat trick with the game winning goal with just over six minutes to play in regulation. The Rangers opened the scoring for the third-straight game in this series, with Haeden Ellis being the benefactor of a sweet feed from NHL draft eligible defenceman, Alexander Bilecki. Just three minutes after that, the Soo answered with their first equalizer coming at the hands of Quinn McKenzie. Ties entered the first break tied 1-1. Dylan Edwards’ first-of-three was the lone goal of the second period giving the Rangers the lead after 40 minutes of play. The third period proved to be another entertaining one as the Rangers held the lead on three separate occasions. First, Brady Martin tied the game at 2-2 as a Ranger power play expired. Dylan Edwards got his second goal of the night on the power play to restore the Rangers lead, but the Greyhounds capitalized on a power play of their own to once again tie the game at 3-3. The Rangers didn’t let the game stay tied long as less than a minute later, Dylan Edwards capped off his hat trick performance with a centering pass from behind the net which took a fortuitous bounce off the stick of a Greyhounds defender. Kitchener would hold on for the final six minutes and secure the victory.   Scoring Summary:   First Period KIT 1 – SOO 0 11:42 Haeden Ellis (3) – Alexander Bilecki, Tanner Lam KIT 1 – SOO 1 14:02 Quinn McKenzie (4) – Chase Reid   Second Period KIT 2 – SOO 1 17:50 Dylan Edwards (5) – Jack Pridham   Third Period KIT 2 – SOO 2 1:41 Brady Martin (3) – Marco Mignosa, Chase Reid KIT 3 – SOO 2 – PPG 5:39 Dylan Edwards (6) – Jack Pridham, Sam O’Reilly KIT 3 – SOO 3 – PPG 13:50 Chase Reid (3) – Lukas Fischer, Brady Martin KIT 4 – SOO 3 – GWG 14:43 Dylan Edwards (7) – Unassisted   The Numbers Game: Shots: KIT 24 – SOO 21 Power play: KIT 1/4 – SOO 1/5 FO%: KIT 50% – SOO 50%   The Starting Goalies: Christian Kirsch (KIT) – 18/21 Saves, Three Goals Against, Win Carter George (SOO) – 20/24 Saves, Four Goals Against, Loss   UP NEXT: After facing the Greyhounds in Game 3 on Tuesday in Sault Ste. Marie, the Rangers will remain on the road for Game 4 at the GFL Memorial Gardens on Thursday, April 16th with a chance to close out the series. Puck drop on Thursday is set for 7:07 p.m.   For media inquiries, contact: Luca Lombardi  Manager, Communications and Community Relations Kitchener Rangers Hockey Club (416) 885-4510 llombardi@kitchenerrangers.com]]> ROUND TWO GAME THREE: Kitchener Rangers vs. Soo Greyhounds https://chl.ca/ohl-rangers/article/round-two-game-three-kitchener-rangers-vs-soo-greyhounds Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:30:32 +0000 Luca Lombardi https://chl.ca/ohl-rangers/article/round-two-game-three-kitchener-rangers-vs-soo-greyhounds Sault Ste Marie. ON. – The Western Conference semi-final heads north to Sault Ste Marie for Games 3 and 4. Kitchener collected wins in both Games 1 and 2 on home ice, taking a strong 2-0 series lead on the road. Puck Drop is set for 7:07 p.m. at the GFL Memorial Gardens. Fans can head to Moose Winooski's tonight for the official Game 3 watch party!     HEAD-TO-HEAD Game Two

In the second game of the second round, the Rangers battled their way to an 8-5 victory over the Soo Greyhounds, capitalizing on their chances in a high-scoring third period. Sam O’Reilly opened the scoring for Kitchener in the first period, and Avry Anstis doubled the lead early into the second period. Soo responded just two minutes later, but the Rangers restored their two-goal advantage shortly after to make it 3-1 on a Christian Humphreys power play goal. The Greyhounds continued to push back, scoring midway through the period and then adding another goal before the intermission to send the team tied into the break. They carried that momentum into the third, striking just over a minute in, with Quinn McKenzie giving Soo a 4-3 lead. Kitchener responded quickly, as Dylan Edwards found the back of the net on the power play to even things up. Jeremy Martin answered for the Greyhounds two minutes later, but that would be the Greyhounds’ final push. The Rangers regrouped and took control of the game, erupting for four unanswered goals in the remaining eleven minutes of the third period to secure the victory and a 2-0 series lead.

  SCOUTING THE RANGERS (6-0-0-0) Dylan Edwards earned first star honours by notching his third and fourth goals of the playoffs. The Ranger forward led the charge in the third as he evened the game up shortly after Quinn McKenzie gave the Greyhounds the lead. He then scored the game winner just over ten minutes later on an tic-tac-toe with Jared Woolley and Jack Pridham.

Sam O’Reilly made a major impact in Game 2, recording the first hat-trick for the Rangers in these playoffs and the first of his OHL career. Although he trails Christian Humphreys by two points for the team lead, O’Reilly now has nine points, with eight of them being goals. Following his standout performance on Sunday, he was named the third star of the game. His eight playoffs goals has him in a tie for most in the OHL playoffs thus far alongside Nathan Aspinall (Flint) and Caleb Malhotra (Brantford).

Jack Pridham picked up another three assists in tonight’s win. The most recent winner of the OHL's best over age player has recorded seven points through the first six playoff games, although he has yet to find the back of net. You can be sure that streak will end shortly for the 46-goal scorer from this past season.   Goaltending Christian Kirsch earned his sixth consecutive playoff victory in Game 2. The San Jose prospect is holding onto a 2.29 goals against average and a .894 save percentage thus far. In this series, Kirsch has played to a 3.00 goals against average 0.902 save percentage.   SCOUTING THE GREYHOUNDS (4-3-0-0) Marco Mignosa stood out in Game 2, putting up two goals and earning second star honours. In addition to his two goals, he added a pair of assists, bringing his playoff total to an impressive 14 (6G, 8A) through seven games. He currently leads the Greyhounds in both goals and assists. Mignosa now ranks fourth overall in playoff scoring across the OHL. Jeremy Martin also showcased his offensive abilities, matching Mignosa with two goals in the game. While he sits at seven points (4G, 3A), which is half of the team leader’s total, Martin continues to contribute consistently and has recorded his fourth goal of the postseason. Goaltending Despite the 2-0 deficit, Carter George is still playing elite hockey. His 2.09 goals against average and a .920 save percentage ranks amongst the best in thus far in the OHL playoffs.   Broadcast Coverage: Tuesday night’s game against the Greyhounds will be televised on Rogers TV (Channel 20). It can also be watched across the province of Ontario on the Super Sports Pak on channel 469 for cable subscribers. The game will be streamed live online on FloHockey. Additionally, fans can listen to  action on the radio on 570 NewsRadio Kitchener.   UP NEXT:

After facing the Greyhounds in Game 3 on Tuesday in Sault Ste. Marie, the Rangers will remain on the road for Game 4 at the GFL Memorial Gardens on Thursday, April 16th. Puck drop on Thursday is set for 7:07 p.m.

  For media inquiries, contact: Luca Lombardi  Manager, Communications and Community Relations Kitchener Rangers Hockey Club (416) 885-4510 llombardi@kitchenerrangers.com]]>