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MEDIA RELEASE – SEAWAY SHOOTOUT BRINGS ONTARIO HOCKEY LEAGUE ACTION BACK TO CORNWALL THIS OCTOBER

Brampton Steelheads — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:05:40 +0000

BRAMPTON, ON – The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) announced today the Seaway Shootout, a special two-game event bringing major junior hockey back to the city of Cornwall. The historic Cornwall Civic Complex will serve as the backdrop for this exciting weekend, with the Brampton Steelheads playing regular season games against two Eastern Conference opponents in the Ottawa 67’s on Friday, October 16 and the Kingston Frontenacs on Saturday, October 17, 2026. "We are incredibly thrilled to bring OHL hockey back to Cornwall for the Seaway Shootout," said OHL Commissioner Bryan Crawford. "This is a community with deep, foundational roots in major junior hockey. Returning to a city that has developed legendary talents and boasts such a rich Memorial Cup history is a special opportunity for our league, our players, and the great hockey fans of Eastern Ontario. "The level of care taken to preserve the history of the Royals at the Civic Complex is truly remarkable," added Crawford. "Seeing the artifacts and historical visuals so proudly displayed throughout the venue speaks volumes about the deep, enduring passion for hockey that still exists in Cornwall." President and Owner of the Brampton Steelheads Elliott Kerr also shared his comments on the event. “We are very excited to bring Brampton Steelheads hockey to the great city of Cornwall as part of our 2026-2027 season. I am sure the Cornwall community, with its rich hockey heritage, will embrace our Steelheads as their hometown team for this very special OHL hockey experience.” Seaway Shootout Event Schedule The weekend will feature a variety of community and hockey events leading up to and surrounding the OHL matchups:

Friday, October 16, 2026: Free Public Open Skate – 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Friday, October 16, 2026: Brampton Steelheads vs. Ottawa 67’s, 7:00pm
Saturday, October 17, 2026: Seaway Hockey Day (Benson Centre)
Saturday, October 17, 2026: Brampton Steelheads vs. Kingston Frontenacs, 7:00pmLocated in Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry Counties, the city of approximately 50,000 residents has a storied and highly decorated hockey legacy. Cornwall is the historic home of the Cornwall Royals, who played in the

QMJHL from 1969 to 1981, capturing three Memorial Cup titles (1972, 1980, and 1981). The franchise subsequently competed in the OHL from 1981 through the 1991-92 season before relocating to Newmarket, and has operated as the Sarnia Sting since 1994-95. During its major junior era, Cornwall developed Hockey Hall of Famers and legends of the game, including Dale Hawerchuk, Doug Gilmour, and Marc Crawford. “The Seaway Shootout will see the return of regular season OHL games in Cornwall for the first time in decades,” said Cornwall Mayor Justin Towndale. “Over the years, the City of Cornwall has continued to make meaningful investments and upgrades in the Civic Complex, and this event is a testament to those investments. We are excited about this partnership with the OHL and look forward to continuing this renewed relationship well into the future.” Cornwall’s impact on professional hockey extends from the ice to the bench and the officiating crew. The city has produced notable figures including former NHL referee Bob Kilger and his son, Chad Kilger, a Kingston Frontenacs alumnus who enjoyed a lengthy NHL playing career. It is also the hometown of the late Orval Tessier, a prominent coach who led both the Royals and the OHL's Kitchener Rangers before taking the helm as head coach of the NHL's Chicago Blackhawks. The Seaway Shootout will be hosted at the Ed Lumley Arena within the Cornwall Civic Complex. The venue is no stranger to high-level hockey, having recently hosted 2024 IIHF World Junior pre-tournament competition as well as the 2022 World Junior A Challenge. The Complex has also been the proud home of the Central Canada Hockey League's (CCHL) Cornwall Colts since 1992. Ticket information, game times, and broadcast details for the 2026 Seaway Shootout will be announced at a later date.

BRAMPTON STEELHEADS SECURE 3RD OVERALL PICK IN 2026 OHL PRIORITY SELECTION

Brampton Steelheads — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 18:47:40 +0000

BRAMPTON, ON – The Brampton Steelheads have been awarded the 3^rd overall selection in the 2026 Ontario Hockey League Priority Selection following today’s draft lottery. This represents the highest draft position in the history of the Steelheads franchise. The 3^rd overall pick marks an important opportunity for the Steelheads as the organization continues to build for the future and strengthen its roster with elite young talent. “We’re excited about the opportunity that comes with selecting third overall,” said James Richmond, Head Coach and General Manager of the Brampton Steelheads. “This is a strong draft class, and we are confident our scouting staff has identified players who can make a significant impact in our organization.” The 2026 OHL Priority Selection presented by Real Canadian Superstore will take place in Kingston, Ontario at Slush Puppie Place on June 12 and 13, where the Steelheads will look to add a key piece to their lineup. This marks the first time the OHL has had an in-person draft since 2000. Further details, including player selections and draft coverage, will be available on the team’s website and social media channels.

Flyers sign former Steelheads forward Porter Martone to entry-level contract

Brampton Steelheads — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:08:03 +0000

The Philadelphia Flyers have signed former Brampton Steelheads forward Porter Martone to a three-year NHL entry-level contract.

Martone, 19, was selected by Philadelphia in the first round, sixth overall, of the 2025 NHL Draft after a standout Ontario Hockey League career that saw him develop into one of the league’s premier power forwards.

The Peterborough, Ont., native spent three seasons in the OHL with the Sarnia Sting and Mississauga/Brampton Steelheads, producing 204 points (89 goals, 115 assists) in 178 career regular season games.

Martone’s development took a major step forward following a midseason move from Sarnia to Mississauga during his rookie campaign in 2022-23. From there, he quickly established himself as a top offensive threat, recording 71 points in 60 games in 2023-24 before reaching another level in his final OHL season.

Serving as captain of the Brampton Steelheads in 2024-25, Martone led the club with 61 assists and 98 points in 57 games, ranking seventh in OHL scoring. His 98-point campaign marked a career high and solidified his status as one of the league’s top draft-eligible players.

A prototypical power forward, Martone combined size, skill, and scoring touch throughout his time in the OHL, consistently producing offence while playing a physical, competitive style. His performance in Brampton led to him becoming the highest NHL Draft selection in Steelheads franchise history when he was chosen sixth overall by the Flyers.

Martone now joins the Flyers organization after his first professional contract, following a development path that was built through three seasons in the Ontario Hockey League.

Win big with the OHL Playoffs Fan Precision Challenge!

Brampton Steelheads — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:55:51 +0000

The OHL is excited to introduce the OHL Playoffs Fan Precision Challenge, powered by Anthem FX and proudly presented by Nissan! This is your opportunity to showcase your OHL expertise, compete against fellow fans and win incredible prizes! The Fan Precision Challenge is a family-friendly game day experience where fans make predictions about their favourite teams, earn a Fan Precision Score (FPS) and compete for fantastic prizes like OHL team store gift cards, Skull Candy headphones and Flo Hockey subscriptions. The best part? Every participant is a winner, as all participants are able to access exclusive game day rewards every night! OHL Playoffs Fan Precision Challenge Registration Find Anthem in your CHL App, scan the QR codes in-venue or online, or visit us at ohl.anthemfx.io

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OHL to Announce Results of 2026 Priority Selection Draft Lottery on Wednesday, April 1

Brampton Steelheads — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 19:30:35 +0000

TORONTO – With the 2025-26 OHL regular season now complete and the playoffs set to begin, attention also turns to the next generation of OHL talent. The 2026 OHL Priority Selection presented by Real Canadian Superstore returns to an in-person format for the first time in 25 years, taking place on June 12-13 at Slush Puppie Place in Kingston. The OHL Priority Selection Draft Lottery will determine the order of selection for the first four picks in the first round. Fans can watch the results unfold live on Wednesday, April 1st at 2:30pm, streaming for free on the OHL's YouTube channel. The Lottery will also establish the draft order for the 2026 OHL U-18 Priority Selection (Monday, June 8th at 7:00pm) and contribute to the order for the 2026 CHL Import Draft. Four non-playoff teams—the Oshawa Generals, Erie Otters, Brampton Steelheads and Sarnia Sting—will be in the mix for the first overall pick. The weighted lottery system remains in place, giving the last-place Oshawa Generals a 40 percent chance of securing the top selection, followed by 30 percent for the Erie Otters, 20 percent for the Brampton Steelheads, and 10 percent for the Sarnia Sting.

The Peterborough Petes claimed the top pick in last year’s lottery and went on to select Kaden MacGregor of the Ottawa Valley Titans with the first overall choice in the 2025 OHL Priority Selection.

With the playoff race now set, OHL fans have plenty to look forward to. The 2026 OHL Playoffs presented by Nissan get underway on Thursday, March 26th, with first-round action in Barrie, Flint, Peterborough and Windsor. Every game of the OHL Playoffs can be streamed live on FloHockey (flohockey.tv) as well as on Rogers tv, YourTV and Eastlink TV community stations.

OHL Highlights: BFD@BRAM – Mar 22

Brampton Steelheads — Sun, 22 Mar 2026 20:57:52 +0000

SmartStop Post Game Recap – Steelheads Leave Their Mark as Season Comes to a Close

Brampton Steelheads — Sun, 22 Mar 2026 20:55:58 +0000

BRAMPTON, ON – The Brampton Steelheads closed out their regular season in style on Sunday afternoon at the CAA Centre, defeating the Brantford Bulldogs 6-1 in their Fan Appreciation Game, presented by Loopstra Nixon LLP. The night also marked the final OHL game for overager Zach Bowen, making the win even more meaningful for the Trout. The Steelheads came out flying, applying early pressure and setting the tone. Their efforts paid off at 6:13 of the first period when Kieran Riley sniped home his first OHL goal and first career point off assists from Keaton Ardagh and J. DeMiglio, giving Brampton a 1-0 lead. The opening frame remained competitive, with shots finishing 11-9 in favour of Brantford, but Brampton carried the 1-0 lead into the intermission. The second period belonged entirely to the Steelheads. A Pizza Hut power play early in the frame saw Matej Stankoven capitalize, doubling the lead with help from Troy Patton and MacGregor Richmond. The momentum continued as Kieran Witkowski broke in alone and buried a beautiful unassisted goal at 8:27, #13 delivering his 13th of the season. Brampton’s power play struck again at 11:55, as Peter Green fired a shot that Witkowski tipped home for his second of the night, with Ardagh picking up another assist. The Steelheads poured it on in the second, outscoring the Bulldogs 3-0 in the period and heading into the third with a commanding 4-0 lead. Bowen stood tall throughout, turning aside all 21 shots he faced through two periods as shots evened at 21-21. The third period marked Bowen’s final time taking the ice in his OHL career, and he continued to deliver. The Bulldogs managed to break the shutout with 10:33 remaining, as Vladimir Dravecky found the back of the net. Brampton responded quickly. Quinn Patton restored the four-goal lead at 11:37, scoring in his OHL debut for his first career goal and point off a setup from Sam Black. Stankoven added his second of the night and a possible OHL Goal of the Year candidate, going between the legs at 16:13, finishing off a feed from Troy Patton to cap off the scoring. The Steelheads closed their season with a dominant 6-1 victory, despite being outshot 33-28. A strong finish, a milestone night, and a memorable send-off. Brampton ended their season on a high, leaving their mark in front of their home crowd. Three Stars of the Game: #31 Zach Bowen (32 Saves) #27 Quinn Patton (1st career OHL goal) #12 Kieran Riley (1st career OHL goal) Shots on Goal: BRAM 28 / BRANT 33 Info About Game: It's never too early to become a season ticket holder for the 2026-27 season. Contact us by email (info@bramptonsteelheads.com) or call a representative at (905)-502-7788.

Sudbury Claims Shootout Victory Over Brampton

Brampton Steelheads — Sat, 21 Mar 2026 02:34:23 +0000

BRAMPTON, ON - The Brampton Steelheads took on the Sudbury Wolves On Friday up north. This game marks Alternate Captain Troy Patton’s 100th game as a Brampton Steelhead

The game started off with a lot of energy. Zach Nyman of the Brampton Steelheads bringing the heat and scoring the first goal of the night, 30 seconds flat into the starting period.

The Wolves found their stride over halfway through the first. With a goal from Wolves player Chase Coughlan, and assisted by Hudson Chitaroni and Hudson Martin, that's a lot of Hudson’s!

The Wolves continued to bite back, with a goal from Jan Chovan 10 minutes into the second period. Kieran Witkowski was not having this, #13 scored his 12th goal of the season 13 seconds later, tying the matchup in this heated rivalry.

The third period had insane energy from each side, each team eager to keep their shots high and their goals low. Kieran Witkowski was left with a huge opportunity, but Bjorn Bronas of the Sudbury Wolves pulled through, making the save of the night.

With 1 minute to go in the third, each team was pulling energy from their back pockets. Zach Bowen made an insane save, keeping the trout in the game to end the third period.

Overtime had everyone on edge hoping to make the goal that saves the night. Both teams aimed at it, but both fell off short, and time was of the essence. But this game would head to a shootout.

#44 of the Wolves were up first, making their first goal of the shootout. Macgregor Richmond of the Steelheads was up next, delivering as well, making it good for each team's first round. Both the Wolves and Sudbury were not successful on their second turnaround, and their third, and even the first goal of the second round was unsuccessful for each team, and even the second goal.

The Wolves would prevail and score the game winning shootout goal of this game.

The Brampton Steelheads will take on the Brantford Bulldogs at home this Sunday for their final game of the season, the fan appreciation game. This game is dedicated to the fans who have supported the Brampton Steelheads all throughout this season.

Get your Tickets Now: https://www.ticketmaster.ca/brampton-steelheads-vs-brantford-bulldogs-brampton-ontario-03-22-2026/event/1000631AC6222C70

Three Stars of the Game:

Chase Coughlan(1G)
Gavin Ewels
Jan Chovan(1G)

Shots on Goal:

BRAM 24 / SUD 26

SmartStop Post Game Recap – First of Two on the Trout’s Final Nothern Roadtrip

Brampton Steelheads — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 02:01:41 +0000

NORTH BAY, ON – The Brampton Steelheads faced the North Bay Battalion for the final time this season. The Steelheads are back on the road for their last two away games of the season, making their first stop in North Bay to take on the Battalion. After an impressive home win against Sudbury, the Trout hit the ice eager to keep the momentum going. The game started quickly, with the Battalion scoring their first goal at the four-minute mark following three shot attempts. Brampton struggled on defence as North Bay continued to outshoot them, leading to a second goal at 10:26. The Battalion registered several more shots throughout the first period, but the Steelheads found their defensive rhythm and prevented the score from increasing for the remainder of the frame. Period one ended 2–0 in favour of the Battalion, who recorded 14 shots compared to Brampton’s six. The second period saw three more goals from the Battalion, ending the frame with a 5–0 lead for North Bay. The third period brought two more goals for the Battalion, ending the game with a final score of 7-0. The Brampton Steelheads are back on the ice tomorrow to face the Sudbury Wolves after a 3-6 win with rookies Peter Green and Matej Stankoven put up a career-record high of three points each. The Trout will then return home to the CAA Centre on Sunday, March 22, where they will face the Brantford Bulldogs in their final home game of the season. Click the link below to get your tickets now! https://www.ticketmaster.ca/brampton-steelheads-vs-brantford-bulldogs-brampton-ontario-03-22-2026/event/1000631AC6222C70 Three Stars of the Game:

Mike Mcivor (23SH, 0GA)
Ryder Cali (2G)
CamWarren (1G, 1A)

Shots on Goal: BRAM 23 / NB 50

OHL Highlights: SBY@BRAM – Mar 17

Brampton Steelheads — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 19:22:38 +0000