Storm acquire overage defenseman Evan Passmore
General Manager George Burnett announced today that the Guelph Storm have acquired New York Rangers prospect Evan Passmore and a 2027 seventh-round pick (SAR) from the Barrie Colts in exchange for defenseman Patrick Babin, a 2028 second-round pick (GUE), a 2029 second-round pick (GUE), a 2029 third-round pick (BFD), and a 2029 fifth-round pick (BRAM).
“We are very pleased to add Evan to our group today,” said George Burnett. “His leadership, playoff experience, physicality, compete, and ability to play big minutes will all benefit our defence corps and our team moving forward.”
The Elmira, ON native was originally selected in the eighth round (153rd overall) by the Colts in the 2022 Ontario Hockey League Priority Selection. The 6-foot-5, 212 lbs defender has played 198 regular season OHL games for the Colts, recording 8 goals and 20 assists for 28 points and 176 penalty minutes over the past four seasons. The right-shot blueliner has suited up in 43 OHL playoff games and helped the Colts make a run to the J. Ross Robertson Finals in 2026 alongside current Storm goaltender Ben Hrebik. Passmore was selected in the 6th round (171st overall) by the New York Rangers in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. This season, the overage defenseman served as captain of the Barrie Colts and notched two goals, one assist, and 22 penalty minutes in 17 games.
“I’m super excited to be joining the Storm,” said Evan Passmore. “I’ve heard nothing but great things about the club. I’m looking forward to getting started!”
The Guelph Storm would like to thank Patrick for his hard work and dedication to the club and would like to wish him and his family the best with the Barrie Colts organization.
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