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2026 Graduating Class: Peterborough Petes

Thu, 21 May 2026 23:00:59 +0000

After finishing last in the Ontario Hockey League standings just one season ago, the Peterborough Petes completed one of the league’s most impressive turnarounds during the 2025-26 campaign, earning a playoff berth and securing the fourth seed in the Eastern Conference. Now, the Petes prepare to say goodbye to key members of their graduating class as Brennan Faulkner, Matthew Soto, and James Petrovski move on from the OHL. Brennan Faulkner (Peterborough Petes – 2023-26) Spending his entire junior career with the Peterborough Petes, Brennan Faulkner put together a career-best campaign in his final junior season, more than doubling his previous offensive totals with 49 points (29-20–49) in 68 regular-season games. He also added three points (1-2–3) during the postseason. Six of Faulkner’s 29 goals came shorthanded, tying him for second-most in the league. Originally selected sixth overall in the 2022 OHL Under-18 Priority Selection, Faulkner closes out his three-year OHL career with 78 points (35-43–78) across 197 regular-season games. The London, Ont. native is committed to Robert Morris University for next season. https://twitter.com/OHLHockey/status/2022146956563558416 Matthew Soto (Peterborough Petes, Kingston Frontenacs – 2021-26) Acquired by the Petes during the offseason, Matthew Soto finished just shy of matching his career-high point total in his first season with Peterborough. Known for his creativity and flashy assists, the overage forward recorded 51 points (19-32–51) in 68 regular-season games while consistently showcasing his playmaking ability throughout the year. The St. Paul, Minn. native concludes his OHL career with 208 points (83-125–208) across 299 regular-season games. Originally selected fifth overall by the Kingston Frontenacs in the 2021 OHL Priority Selection, Soto is committed to Bowling Green State University for next season. https://twitter.com/OHLHockey/status/2015218799113359544 James Petrovski (Peterborough Petes, Owen Sound Attack, Flint Firebirds – 2021-26) Also acquired by the Petes during the offseason, James Petrovski recorded 35 points (5-30–35) during his overage season on the Petes’ blue line. Prior to arriving in Peterborough, he also spent time with the Owen Sound Attack and Flint Firebirds. The six-foot-three defenceman wraps up his OHL career with 134 points (20-114–134) and 232 penalty minutes across 298 regular-season games. Petrovski was originally selected by Flint in the second round (33rd overall) of the 2021 OHL Priority Selection. https://twitter.com/OHLHockey/status/2002046273482813713 2006-born players: * denotes players who are committed to the NCAA for next season Currently, the Peterborough Petes boast six 2006-born players in Kieron Walton (Winnipeg Jets), Brody Patridge, Braydon McCallum, Grayden Strohack, Garrett Frazer* and Easton Rye*.

2026 Memorial Cup HQ: Tournament Preview

Thu, 21 May 2026 20:47:02 +0000

Preview: Four teams. One trophy. Last Tuesday, the Kitchener Rangers were crowned OHL champions and presented with the J. Ross Robertson Trophy after completing a four-game sweep of the Barrie Colts. It marked the Rangers’ first league championship in nearly two decades and the fifth in franchise history. They now head to Kelowna looking to keep the Memorial Cup in OHL hands after the Saginaw Spirit (2024) and London Knights (2025) captured the previous two national titles. The 2026 Memorial Cup presented by Kubota is scheduled for May 22-31 in Kelowna, B.C. Every game of the tournament will air in Canada on TSN and RDS, with live streaming available on TSN.ca, the TSN app, RDS.ca, and the RDS app. In the United States, fans can watch every game on Victory+ or NHL Network. Here is a breakdown of the four teams competing: OHL Champion – Kitchener Rangers If there is one thing the Kitchener Rangers proved throughout the 2026 OHL Playoffs, it is that adversity only seemed to strengthen them. After being denied the opportunity to host the Memorial Cup earlier this season, the Rangers responded in the best way possible, capturing their first J. Ross Robertson Cup since 2008 and punching their ticket to the national stage anyway. Kitchener’s championship run was built on resilience, depth, and a relentless ability to rise to the occasion in big moments. They finished atop the Western Conference with a dominant 47-14-5-2 record before storming through the OHL Playoffs in just 18 games. They swept the Saginaw Spirit in the opening round, defeated the Soo Greyhounds and Windsor Spitfires in five games apiece, and then completed a four-game sweep of the Barrie Colts to capture the championship title. At the centre of it all has been playoff MVP Sam O’Reilly. Fresh off being named the recipient of the Red Tilson Trophy as the OHL’s Most Outstanding Player, the Tampa Bay Lightning prospect continued his dominant postseason with a league-leading 17 goals while consistently delivering in clutch situations. Alongside him, Dylan Edwards emerged as one of the Rangers’ most dangerous offensive threats, finishing just behind O’Reilly in playoff scoring while providing several momentum-shifting goals throughout the postseason. The Rangers have also leaned heavily on their depth. Chicago Blackhawks prospect Jack Pridham rediscovered his scoring touch at key moments, Ottawa Senators prospect Luke Ellinas returned from injury and immediately made an impact offensively, and the club’s veteran blue line, led by captain and Nashville Predators prospect Cameron Reid alongside Ottawa prospect Matthew Andonovski, has provided stability in all three zones. In goal, import netminder and San Jose Sharks prospect Christian Kirsch has quietly become one of the biggest stories of Kitchener’s playoff run. The Swiss goaltender posted a 2.42 goals-against average during the postseason and repeatedly came through with timely saves in high-pressure situations, particularly in the latter stages of games. The Rangers also arrive at the Memorial Cup with a tournament-high 12 NHL prospects on their roster, further showcasing the depth, talent, and experience that helped drive their championship run. From top-end offensive talent to a steady veteran blue line and reliable goaltending, Kitchener’s lineup is built to contend on the national stage. Perhaps most importantly, the Rangers enter the tournament playing their best hockey of the season. Their special teams have been among the best in the postseason, operating at 30% on the power play while killing penalties at an impressive 88.7%. Kitchener has also outscored opponents 77-47 throughout the playoffs, showcasing the club’s ability to generate offence while remaining defensively structured. The Rangers have also continued to weaponize their penalty kill offensively. After leading the OHL regular season in shorthanded goals behind the speed and pressure of Jack Pridham and Sam O’Reilly, Kitchener’s aggressive approach has carried over into the postseason, where Gabriel Chiarot leads the playoffs with two shorthanded goals of his own. Now, after spending the season with the weight of unfinished business hanging over them, the Rangers head to the Memorial Cup with an opportunity to complete the story and prove they are not just OHL champions, but the best team in junior hockey. WHL Champion – Everett Silvertips The Everett Silvertips are headed to the Memorial Cup for the first time in franchise history after capturing their first-ever Ed Chynoweth Cup with a 4-1 series victory over the Prince Albert Raiders in the 2026 WHL Championship Series. After years of playoff heartbreak, Everett finally broke through under WHL Coach of the Year Steve Hamilton, putting together a dominant 16-2 postseason run. The Silvertips swept both Portland and Penticton before defeating Memorial Cup host Kelowna Rockets in five games and clinching the championship with a convincing 7-2 win in Game 5 against Prince Albert. Everett’s playoff success came after a historic regular season that saw the club finish with a franchise-best 57-8-2-1 record while capturing a second consecutive Scotty Munro Memorial Trophy as WHL regular-season champions. Seattle Kraken prospect Julius Miettinen led the way offensively with 27 points (14-13–27) in 18 playoff games, earning WHL Playoffs MVP honours. He was joined by Detroit Red Wings prospect Carter Bear (7-15–22) and 2026 NHL Draft prospect Matias Vanhanen (12-12–24), who formed one of the most dangerous lines in the WHL throughout the postseason. On the back end, 16-year-old phenom Landon DuPont recorded 23 points (5-18–23) in 18 playoff contests, including the double-overtime winner that sent the Silvertips to the Western Conference Final. Everett also received strong contributions from goaltender Anders Miller, who posted a 1.91 goals-against average and a .932 save percentage during the playoff run. Now, after finally breaking through as WHL champions, the Silvertips arrive in Kelowna with an opportunity to complete the greatest season in franchise history. QMJHL Champion – Chicoutimi Saguenéens The Chicoutimi Saguenéens are headed to the Memorial Cup for the first time in nearly 30 years after capturing the franchise’s third Gilles-Courteau Trophy with a six-game victory over the Moncton Wildcats in the 2026 QMJHL Championship Series. Chicoutimi put together one of the most dominant playoff runs in the QMJHL this season, sweeping both Halifax and Québec before defeating Rouyn-Noranda in six games and eventually overcoming Moncton in the league final. The Saguenéens followed up an outstanding regular season in which they finished just one point shy of first overall in the QMJHL while finishing as the league’s top offensive and defensive team. Anaheim Ducks prospect Maxim Massé has been the driving force offensively after recording 102 points (51-51–102) during the regular season and continuing that production into the playoffs, where he led the club with 24 points (6-18–24). Chicoutimi also features strong offensive depth with contributions from Mavrick Lachance (10-13–23) and Nathan Lecompte (7-13–20). In goal, Ottawa Senators prospect Lucas Beckman has been a major difference-maker, posting a 1.98 goals-against average and a .918 save percentage throughout the postseason. With elite offensive production, strong defensive structure, and NHL talent throughout the lineup, the Saguenéens head to Kelowna looking to capture the first Memorial Cup championship in franchise history. Host Team – Kelowna Rockets The Kelowna Rockets return to the Memorial Cup for the sixth time in franchise history as hosts of the 2026 tournament, bringing the event back to Kelowna for the first time since 2004, when the club captured its lone Memorial Cup championship on home ice. Kelowna finished the regular season with a 38-21-6-3 record before sweeping rival Kamloops Blazers in the opening round of the WHL Playoffs. The Rockets then pushed the eventual WHL champion Everett Silvertips in the second round. Offensively, the Rockets are led by Utah Mammoth prospect Tij Iginla, who recorded a team-leading 90 points (41-49–90) in just 48 regular-season games. Captain Carson Wetsch, a San Jose Sharks prospect, added 72 points (22-50–72), while Los Angeles Kings prospect and 2026 World Junior Championship MVP Vojtech Cihar made an immediate impact after joining the club, leading Kelowna with 13 points in just nine playoff games. In goal, NHL Draft-eligible netminder Harrison Boettiger provides stability between the pipes in his first season with the club, posting a 3.06 goals-against average and a .907 save percentage in the postseason. With home ice, high-end offensive talent, and championship experience within the organization, the Rockets will look to recreate the magic of 2004 and capture a second Memorial Cup title in front of their home crowd. Tournament Schedule:

Date	Matchup	Time
Friday, May 22	Kitchener Rangers vs. Kelowna Rockets (round-robin)	9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT
Saturday, May 23	Kelowna Rockets vs. Chicoutimi Saguenéens (round-robin)	9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT
Monday, May 25	Everett Silvertips vs. Kitchener Rangers (round-robin)	9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT
Tuesday, May 26	Chicoutimi Saguenéens vs. Kitchener Rangers (round-robin)	9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT
Wednesday, May 27	Kelowna Rockets vs. Everett Silvertips (round-robin)	9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT
Thursday, May 28	Tie-Breaker (if necessary)	9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT
Friday, May 29	Semi-Final	9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT
Sunday, May 31	Championship Final	7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT

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Bulldogs sign free-agent forward Jason Musa

Thu, 21 May 2026 14:02:47 +0000

BRANTFORD, ONTARIO. Brantford Bulldogs General Manager Spencer Hyman today announced the signing of UMass commit, Jason Musa from the Cedar Rapids RoughRiders to a Standard Players Agreement. Musa, an Estero, FL product, arrives in Brantford following two highly productive seasons in the USHL with the Cedar Rapids RoughRiders. Following a dominant 2023-24 season split between Trinity-Pawling Prep School, where the gifted offensive forward posted 17 goals & 13 assists for 30 points in 25 games, & the Hartford Wolfpack 16U AAA program, posting an eyepopping 29 goals & 41 assists for 70 points in just 24 games, Musa moved to the USHL. Breaking in with a solid rookie season in 2024-25, collecting 25 points over 59 games, Musa broke out in a big way in 2025-26. Leading the Roughriders in assists & points, posting 25 goals & 31 assists for 56 points while skating to a plus-19 rating over 61 games, Musa thrived in a go to roll while excelling at both ends of the rink. The younger brother of UMass star Jack Musa and UMass grad, now playing professionally in Europe, Joey Musa, Jason will be the first member of his family to skate in the Ontario Hockey League. “I am very excited to sign with such a high-class organization.” said Jason Musa “I can’t wait to get up there, meet everybody, and play in front of the best atmosphere and fans in the OHL. I am very excited to get things started and get the Madhouse rocking come September!”. “Jason Musa is an elite player whose skill, hockey IQ, and natural goal scoring ability make him a dangerous player every time he touches the puck.” said Brantford Bulldogs General Manager Spencer Hyman. “Jason’s ability to create offense and finish plays adds a very dynamic element to our group. Jason is the type of player who helps elevate those around him, and his addition allows us to continue building toward our ultimate goal of hoisting the Robertson Cup.”

Bulldogs’ Paquette signs AHL contract with Texas Stars

Thu, 21 May 2026 13:10:10 +0000

The Texas Stars, American Hockey League affiliate of the NHL’s Dallas Stars, announced today the club signed forward Charlie Paquette to a standard player contract for the 2026-27 season. Paquette, 20, played five seasons in the OHL and recorded 192 points (100-92—192) in 323 games between Guelph and Brantford. He spent most of his OHL career with Guelph, where he helped the Storm to three straight playoff appearances from 2022-24. Paquette had a breakout season in 2024-25, posting 70 points (37-33—70) in 68 games as an alternate captain. The winger started the 2025-26 campaign as Guelph’s captain and recorded 36 points (17-19—36) in 36 games, before he was traded to Brantford on Jan. 4. Paquette added 27 points (12-15—27) in 29 games for the Bulldogs, before chipping in 11 points (3-8—11) in 15 playoff contests. The 6-foot-2, 207-pound native of Essex, Ontario was originally selected by Dallas in the seventh round (222^nd overall) of the 2025 NHL Draft.

Driven to Win: Rangers Bound for 2026 Memorial Cup

Wed, 20 May 2026 22:00:30 +0000

After coming heartbreakingly close to hosting the 2027 Memorial Cup, the Kitchener Rangers decided they would take a different route to junior hockey’s biggest stage. Last November, the Rangers were one of the final two contenders in the bidding process to host the 2027 Memorial Cup before the honour was ultimately awarded to their rival, the Guelph Storm. For a franchise with one of the league’s most passionate fanbases and a historic home rink in the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium, the news was difficult to swallow. But somewhere in that disappointment, a resolve took hold. If the Memorial Cup was not coming to Kitchener, the Rangers would bring themselves to it the old-fashioned way – by winning. Now, just six months later, they are heading to the 2026 Memorial Cup in Kelowna, British Columbia, as Ontario Hockey League champions after capturing their first J. Ross Robertson Cup since 2008. It was a season that, in many ways, felt poetic. The Rangers finished the regular-season atop the Western Conference with a dominant 47-14-5-2 record before storming through the OHL Playoffs in just 18 games. They swept the Saginaw Spirit in the opening round, defeated the Soo Greyhounds and Windsor Spitfires in five games apiece, and then completed a four-game sweep of the Barrie Colts in the OHL Championship Series. Even more impressive, Kitchener went undefeated on home ice throughout the playoffs, turning The Aud into one of the most intimidating environments in junior hockey. At the trade deadline, the Rangers pushed all their chips to the centre of the table, acquiring a quartet of players who immediately elevated the team’s ceiling. Sam O’Reilly, Jared Woolley, Dylan Edwards and Gabriel Chiarot arrived in rapid succession, transforming Kitchener from a contender into one of the league’s most dangerous teams. O’Reilly, who was acquired from the London Knights along with Woolley, delivered exactly what the Rangers envisioned and more. The Tampa Bay Lightning prospect captured both the Red Tilson Trophy as the OHL’s Most Outstanding Player and the Wayne Gretzky 99 Award as playoff MVP after leading Kitchener through its championship run. He also became just the second player in OHL history to win three consecutive championships, bringing experience, leadership and clutch scoring to a group determined to take the next step. But O’Reilly was far from alone in driving the Rangers’ postseason success. Fellow trade deadline acquisition Dylan Edwards emerged as one of the league’s most dangerous playoff performers, finishing just behind O’Reilly among postseason scoring leaders while establishing himself as a legitimate Wayne Gretzky 99 Award contender in his own right. His speed, creativity and clutch performances gave Kitchener another dynamic element. They also received another major boost in January with the return of overage defenceman and former captain, Matthew Andonovski from the American Hockey League. The longest-tenured Ranger on the roster and the recent recipient of the Ted Baker Teammate of the Year Award, Andonovski provided steady leadership and stability on the blue line. But before any trade deadline moves, the Rangers’ season had already been shaped by two important decisions, when Jack Pridham and Christian Humphreys chose to remain in Kitchener for the season rather than move on. Pridham delivered a sensational overage campaign, leading the team with 46 goals and 90 points while earning OHL Overager of the Year honours. Humphreys, meanwhile, served as the club’s primary playmaker, pacing the Rangers in assists while consistently driving the offence. And in goal, import netminder Christian Kirsch quickly emerged as one of the league’s most reliable goaltenders after signing with the Rangers in July as the club’s first-round pick (44th overall) in the 2025 CHL Import Draft. Kirsch posted a 27-10-2-1 record during the regular season alongside a 2.42 goals-against average, .899 save percentage and four shutouts in 41 appearances. The Swiss goaltender elevated his game even further in the playoffs, going 16-2 with a 2.32 goals-against average and .900 save percentage while backstopping the Rangers to the OHL title. Now, after turning disappointment into motivation, the Rangers have earned the opportunity they narrowly missed out on just months ago. They are headed to the Memorial Cup anyway – perhaps just a year earlier than expected – and are now only a few wins away from proving that they never needed a host city to write their name into history.

2026 Graduating Class: Flint Firebirds

Wed, 20 May 2026 21:00:02 +0000

After setting a new franchise record with 95 points and advancing to the Western Conference semifinals, the Flint Firebirds put together one of the most successful seasons in team history during the 2025-26 campaign. A veteran-heavy lineup played a major role in the club’s success throughout both the regular season and playoffs, helping establish Flint as one of the Ontario Hockey League’s top teams. Now, the Firebirds prepare to say goodbye to key members of their graduating class as Christopher Thibodeau, Urban Podrekar and Mason Vaccari move on from the OHL. Christopher Thibodeau (Flint Firebirds, Kingston Frontenacs – 2021-26) After spending his second full season with the Flint Firebirds, Christopher Thibodeau recorded 38 points (16-22–38) in 52 games before adding nine points (4-5–9) in eight playoff appearances during his overage campaign. Prior to arriving in Flint, he spent time with the Kingston Frontenacs, where he produced a career-high 60-point season in 2023-24. The Charleston, S.C. native wraps up his OHL career with 196 points (80-116–196) across 294 regular-season games. Originally selected by the Frontenacs in the fourth round (75th overall) of the 2021 OHL Priority Selection, Thibodeau is committed to Lindenwood University for next season. https://twitter.com/OHLHockey/status/2043430571750121485 Urban Podrekar (Flint Firebirds, Niagara IceDogs – 2023-26) Also in his second full season with the Flint Firebirds, Urban Podrekar recorded a career-high 50 points (11-39–50) along with a plus-16 rating. He added four assists in eight postseason games during his overage campaign. Prior to arriving in Flint, Podrekar spent his first North American season with the Niagara IceDogs. The Slovenian defenceman concludes his three-year OHL career with 99 points (24-75–99) across 194 regular-season games. Originally selected fourth overall by the IceDogs in the 2023 CHL Import Draft, Podrekar is committed to Ferris State University for next season. https://twitter.com/FlintFirebirds/status/2022492914463433162 Mason Vaccari (Flint Firebirds, Kingston Frontenacs – 2022-26) After being acquired from the Kingston Frontenacs in the offseason, Mason Vaccari proved to be one of the OHL’s most impactful additions of the summer. A former OHL and CHL Humanitarian of the Year, Vaccari posted career-best numbers during his overage season, setting a Firebirds franchise record with a 2.70 goals-against average while tying the club mark with 36 wins. He also established career highs with a .907 save percentage and four shutouts. Vaccari played a major role in helping the Firebirds reach a franchise-record 95 points in the standings and was named a finalist for the Jim Rutherford Trophy as OHL Goaltender of the Year. The Mississauga, Ont. native finished the season with a 36-9-3-2 record and is committed to Stonehill College for next season. https://twitter.com/OHLHockey/status/2038982420821577865 2006-born players: * denotes players who are committed to the NCAA for next season Currently, the Flint Firebirds boast eight 2006-born players in captain Nathan Aspinall (New York Rangers), Kevin He (Winnipeg Jets), Jacob Battaglia (New York Rangers), Darels Uljanskis (Anaheim Ducks)*, Josh Colosimo, Darian Anderson, Alex Kostov, and Ihnat Pazii*.

2026 OHL Awards – Spirit’s Harper wins Bobby Smith Trophy as Scholastic Player of the Year

Wed, 20 May 2026 18:00:19 +0000

TORONTO - The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) today announced that Saginaw Spirit defenceman Levi Harper is this year's recipient of the Bobby Smith Trophy, presented annually to the OHL Scholastic Player of the Year who best combines high standards of play and academic excellence. Harper achieved a 93.2% average in his studies, graduating a full year early as he completed all of his high school requirements by the end of Grade 11. His impressive transcript includes 98% averages in both Modern British Literature and World Cultures, along with a 96% in Anatomy and Physiology. His hard work earned him a spot on the University of Nebraska High School honor roll. "I’m incredibly grateful to receive the Bobby Smith Trophy and humbled to join such a remarkable group of recipients," said Harper. "To be mentioned alongside high-end players who also prioritize setting a standard off the ice is truly an honor. Many thanks go to Pam Moretuzzo for her support and dedication as well. She was always very willing to help and I am very grateful for her." The Spirit's Academic Advisor, Moretuzzo has high praise for Harper's achievements in the classroom. "The OHL is filled with exceptional young athletes, and Levi has distinguished himself in a way that is truly impressive by excelling at the very highest level on the ice while also setting an exceptional standard in the classroom,” she said. “I have had the opportunity to work with many dedicated student-athletes, but Levi’s approach to education stands apart. He does not just fit in schoolwork around hockey, he prioritizes it with the same focus and professionalism he brings to the rink." On the ice, the 17-year-old Harper, who isn't NHL Draft eligible until 2027, set a new Saginaw Spirit record for points by a rookie defenceman with 57 (12-45--57) over 68 games. The 5-foot-11, 170Ib. right-shot defender saw lots of ice for the Spirit after winning gold with the United States at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup last summer. Harper represented the United States at the 2026 IIHF World Under-18 Hockey Championship last month. "We’re so proud of the work that Levi put into his first season," said Spirit GM Dave Drinkill. "To perform at such a high level on the ice while giving the same amount of attention to his schooling shows incredible maturity. He’s impressed us all year and is a great example to the guys in our dressing room." Saginaw's third round (52nd overall) pick last spring, Harper is a graduate of the Shattuck St. Mary's hockey program based out of Faribault, Minnesota. The Tampa, Florida product follows Michael Misa as Saginaw's second-straight Bobby Smith Trophy winner, joining Cole Perfetti (2019-20) in their group of recipients. He joins Sasha Chmelevski (2016-17) and three-time winner Dustin Brown (2001-03) on the list of Americans to have claimed the honour. Each year the Bobby Smith Trophy is presented to the OHL Scholastic Player of the Year who best combines high standards of play and academic excellence. The trophy is in honour of Bobby Smith, a former Ottawa 67’s star who exhibited a standard of excellence in both of these areas. Harper emerged as the winner of the award from a group of finalists that also included Caleb Malhotra of the Brantford Bulldogs and Harper will be formally presented with the Bobby Smith Trophy at the OHL Awards Ceremony held in Toronto this June. For a full list of OHL award winners, click here.

Attack name Keenan Reynolds as Head Coach

Wed, 20 May 2026 14:37:01 +0000

OWEN SOUND, ON — Owen Sound Attack Governor and President Tyler Nother announced today the hiring of Attack alumnus Keenan Reynolds as the organization’s new Head Coach.

A native of Ottawa, Ontario, and former 4th-round pick of the Attack in the 2014 OHL Priority Selection, Reynolds joins the Attack following four seasons of junior hockey coaching experience, including stops with the Nepean Raiders (CCHL), Acadie-Bathurst Titan (QMJHL), and most recently the Erie Otters (OHL), where he served as an Assistant Coach during the 2025-26 season.

Following his playing career, Reynolds utilized the OHL scholarship program to earn a Bachelor of Arts (High Distinction) in Political Science from Carleton University before later completing his MBA at Smith School of Business. During that time, he continued to grow his experience in coaching and player development while also leading several successful entrepreneurial ventures.

“When we began our search, we were looking for a teacher, communicator, and leader with a clear vision for player development and team culture,” said Nother. “Keenan stood out throughout the interview process with his passion, preparation, and modern approach to coaching. His understanding of today’s players and his vision for the future of our organization made this an easy decision.”

"I’m thrilled to welcome Keenan as our new Head Coach," said Attack Captain Pierce Mbuyi. " I had a great conversation with him over lunch yesterday, and I have a lot of confidence in his vision and plan to build a winning culture here in Owen Sound.”

“I am honoured and excited to be given this opportunity with the Owen Sound Attack,” said Reynolds. “Becoming a head coach in the Ontario Hockey League has been a long-time goal of mine, and to do so with the organization where I began my OHL career as a player is incredibly humbling. I look forward to working alongside Tyler Nother to continue building an organization that provides players with the best possible environment to develop as students, high-performance athletes, and future leaders in our communities.”

Fans are reminded the Attack will be hosting a Town Hall meeting for media, Season Ticket Members, corporate partners, fans and members of the community in the Shore Room at the Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre beginning at 1pm. The meeting will include a Q&A session open for all attendees to participate in."

2026 Graduating Class: North Bay Battalion

Tue, 19 May 2026 19:30:45 +0000

Despite falling short of a deep playoff run, the North Bay Battalion continued to showcase one of the more balanced and experienced lineups in the Eastern Conference throughout the 2025-26 season. Now, the Battalion prepare to say goodbye to key members of their graduating class as Sebastien Gervais and Bronson Ride move on from the Ontario Hockey League following the conclusion of their overage seasons. Sebastien Gervais (North Bay Battalion, Saginaw Spirit – 2021-26) Acquired by the Battalion at the January trade deadline, Sebastien Gervais joined North Bay after spending the majority of his OHL career with the Saginaw Spirit, where he finished with the second-most points in franchise history (139). Between the two clubs during his overage season, Gervais recorded a career-high 48 points (21-27–48). The six-foot forward wraps up his OHL career with 162 points (61-101–162) across 327 regular-season games. Originally selected by the Spirit in the 15th round (224th overall) of the 2021 OHL Priority Selection, Gervais was a member of Saginaw’s 2024 Memorial Cup championship team, contributing three points in five tournament games. He is committed to Clarkson University for next season. https://twitter.com/OHLHockey/status/2038339439915614399 Bronson Ride (North Bay Battalion, Niagara IceDogs, Windsor Spitfires – 2021-26) After spending the past three seasons with the Battalion, Bronson Ride recorded a career-high 21 points (4-17–21) along with a plus-11 rating during his overage campaign. Prior to arriving in North Bay, he also spent time with the Niagara IceDogs and Windsor Spitfires. The six-foot-seven defenceman concludes his OHL career with 74 points (17-57–74) across 298 regular-season games. Originally selected by the Windsor Spitfires in the second round (20th overall) of the 2021 OHL Priority Selection, Ride recently signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Vegas Golden Knights. https://twitter.com/OHLHockey/status/1887895345671422394 2006-born players: * denotes players who are committed to the NCAA for next season Currently, the North Bay Battalion boasts nine 2006-born players in captain Ethan Procyszyn (Anaheim Ducks), Lirim Amidovski (Minnesota Wild), Kaden Pitre (Tampa Bay Lightning), Nolan Laird, Mike McIvor, Nick Wellenreiter*, Brandt Harper*, and Jack Lisson*.

67’s sign OHL Coach of the Year Dave Cameron to multi-year extension

Tue, 19 May 2026 19:09:04 +0000

OTTAWA – The Ottawa 67’s announced today that Head Coach Dave Cameron has signed a two-year extension with the team through the 2027-2028 season. “Dave is an exceptional coach,” said Ottawa 67’s General Manager Jan Egert. “His mentality, passion and commitment to the 67’s give our group the platform to grow and develop on and off the ice. We are thrilled to continue to have his guidance and leadership in our organization for the coming years.” Cameron, 67, joined the Ottawa 67’s ahead of the 2021-22 season and has continued to build an accomplished coaching resume marked by milestones and accolades. During the 2022-23 campaign, he led the Barber Poles to a franchise-record 51 wins, earning OHL Coach of the Year honours, CHL Coach of the Year recognition, and a spot on the OHL First All-Star Team. This past season, Cameron led the 67’s to a 100-point regular season. After opening the preseason ranked 19th in the OHL Power Rankings, Ottawa surged to a fourth-place finish in the Eastern Conference. The Barber Poles finished the season with 47 wins and won the Dave Pinkney Trophy, allowing a league-low 160 goals against. Cameron also reached a historic milestone during the 2025-26 season, coaching his 1,000th OHL game and becoming just the eighth coach in league history to reach the mark. On April 15, 2026, he was named OHL Coach of the Year for the second time in his career. "I'm very happy to be staying in Ottawa," Cameron said. "The passion around this team and city makes it a special place to be every day. This is a first-class organization that consistently supports its players and staff, and I look forward to continuing to build on what we’ve accomplished over the past five years.” Before returning to Ottawa, the Charlottetown, P.E.I., native built an impressive OHL coaching career with the Soo Greyhounds and the Mississauga St. Michael’s Majors. He also spent time in the NHL, serving as head coach of the Ottawa Senators from 2014 to 2016, then as an assistant coach with the Calgary Flames from 2016 to 2018. Internationally, Cameron has represented Canada on multiple occasions, earning silver at the 2011 IIHF World Junior Championship and gold in 2022. “Signing Dave to a multi-year extension reaffirms our commitment to excellence,” said 67’s President Adrian Sciarra. "Alongside our coaching and hockey operations staff, Dave has been a leader in what we’ve accomplished, and we look forward to him continuing to build on that success in the future.”