Colts acquire Tsherna from Bulldogs

The Barrie Colts have acquired forward Dylan Tsherna from the Brantford Bulldogs in exchange for a sixth-round pick in the 2028 OHL Priority Selection.

Originally selected by the Bulldogs in the second round (34th overall) of the 2023 OHL Priority Selection, Tsherna appeared in 112 career regular season games with Brantford, recording nine goals, 14 assists and 23 points over three seasons. The Maple, ON native also suited up in 22 playoff games, producing six points (2-4-6) while bringing a physical style of play to the Bulldogs’ lineup. He was part of Brantford’s “TNC” line alongside Noah Nelson and Calvin Crombie during the club’s 2025 playoff run.

“Dylan is a veteran player who plays the game with a high level of aggression and jam that was evident through last year’s playoffs,” said Colts head coach Dylan Smoskowitz. “He fits the mold of a Barrie Colt perfectly, and will be relied upon to provide leadership and guidance to our younger players.”

Brantford receives Barrie’s sixth-round selection in the 2028 OHL Priority Selection in return.

“We want to thank Dylan Tsherna for everything he gave to the Brantford Bulldogs organization,” said Bulldogs President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Spencer Hyman. “Dylan represented our team with professionalism, worked hard every day, and was a valued part of our program. While it’s never easy to see good people move on, this trade provides Dylan with a great opportunity to earn a larger role and continue his development. We wish him nothing but success in Barrie and thank him for everything he did while wearing the Bulldogs jersey.”

Tsherna joins a Barrie club looking to add experience and physicality to its forward group ahead of the 2026-27 season.

Brantford receives Barrie’s sixth-round selection in the 2028 OHL Priority Selection in return.