From the O to the Pros: OHL Alumni Weekly Round-Up (Mar. 12, 2026)

The Ontario Hockey League continues to produce standouts at the professional level, with alumni making headlines across the NHL and AHL. From milestone moments to first career goals, OHL grads continue to shape the hockey landscape every week. Here’s a look at the top alumni stories from the past seven days.

 

Feature Stories of the Week (NHL)

Mark Scheifele (Barrie)

Was named the NHL’s First Star of the Week after compiling eight points (3-5–8), including a pair of game-winning goals, across three appearances to help propel the Winnipeg Jets to a perfect week. His winner on March 3 marked his franchise-leading 18th career overtime goal, which is also tied for seventh-most in NHL history. The 32-year-old, who leads Winnipeg in goals, assists, and points this season, ranks sixth in the NHL with 78 points (30-48–78) through 62 games in 2025-26.

 

Jack Quinn (Ottawa)

Recorded his first career hat trick and added an assist on Tuesday night, helping lead the Buffalo Sabres to their eighth straight win.

 

Matthew Schaefer (Erie)

Collected his 27th assist of the season, the third-most by an 18-year-old defenseman in NHL history. He also recorded the fourth overtime point of his career.

 

Feature Stories of the Week (AHL)

Alex Nylander (Mississauga)

Was named the AHL’s Second Star of the Night on March 11 after recording four points (2-2–4) along with a +5 rating. He currently sits fourth on the team in scoring with 33 points (14-19–33).

 

Sandis Vilmanis (Sarnia/North Bay)

Was named the AHL’s Third Star of the Night on March 7 after recording two goals, including the overtime winner, in his first game since early January.

 

Graeme Clarke (Ottawa)

Was named the AHL’s First Star of the Night on March 7 after recording four points (2-2–4) with a +4 rating.

 

Additional Alumni Notes

• Travis Konecny (Ottawa/Sarnia) – Became the sixth Flyers skater to score on his birthday multiple times.
• Connor McDavid (Erie) – Extended his road point streak to 19 games dating back to Nov. 22, matching Patrick Kane (London) for the longest such run in the past 35 years.
• Drew Doughty (Guelph) – Scored his 30th career game-tying goal and is now tied for the most by a defenseman in Los Angeles Kings history.
• Patrick Kane (London) – Scored his 502nd career goal and is now tied for fourth-most among U.S.-born players.
• Matthew Tkacuk (London) – Netted his fourth career hat trick with the Panthers and is now tied for the third-most in franchise history.
• Ryan McLeod (Mississauga/Saginaw) – Scored his fifth shorthanded goal of the season. 
• John Gibson (Kitchener) – Earned the seventh shared shutout in Red Wings history. 
• Quentin Musty (Sudbury) – Was named the AHL’s Third Star of the Night on March 6 after recording two goals.

 

OHL Alumni Milestones & Notes

Player	Former OHL Team(s)	Current Team	Notable Stat / Milestone
Mark Scheifele	Barrie Colts	Winnipeg Jets (NHL)	Named NHL First Star of the Week
Jack Quinn	Ottawa 67’s	Buffalo Sabres (NHL)	Recorded his first career hat trick
Matthew Schaefer	Erie Otters	New York Islanders	Collected his 27th assist of the season
Alex Nylander	Mississauga Steelheads	Toronto Marlies (AHL)	Named AHL’s Second Star of the Night (Mar. 11)
Sandis Vilmanis	Sarnia Sting,  North Bay Battalion	Charlotte Checkers (AHL)	Named AHL’s Third Star of the Night (Mar. 7)
Graeme Clarke	Ottawa 67’s	Belleville Senators (AHL)	Named AHL’s First Star of the Night (Mar. 7)