Firebirds sign Brayden Lappalainen

FLINT – The Flint Firebirds announced that the team has signed forward Brayden Lappalainen to a Standard Player Agreement.

The Firebirds took Lappalainen in the third round of the 2025 OHL Priority Selection. He spent the 2024-25 season with the Sun County Panthers U16 AAA and put up 30 goals and 23 assists 28 games played. A native of Tecumseh, Ontario, Lappalainen is also signed by Flint’s affiliate, the Leamington Flyers of the OJHL.

“I’m super excited to be able to sign with the Firebirds,” Lappalainen said. “It’s been a dream of mine ever since I was a kid to play in the OHL. I’ve heard nothing but great things about the organization and fan base and can’t wait to get things rolling.”

SCOUTING REPORTS FROM HEAD SCOUT MIKE OLIVERIO

“Brayden Lappalainen will make life difficult for opposing players. He is very tenacious and sneaky quick to jump on the forecheck and get in the face of opposing puck carriers. He possesses a pro catch and release which he displayed in training camp and seems to have a knack for scoring big timely goals.”