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Generals sign forward Cole Mazzoni

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 19:11:28 +0000

Oshawa, ON. - The Oshawa Generals have signed forward Cole Mazzoni to an OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement. Mazzoni was a 9^th-round pick (177th overall) of the Generals in the 2025 OHL Priority Selection Draft before spending the majority of last season with the Oakland Jr. Grizzlies 16U AAA, where he collected 79 points (46-33–79) in 61 games. The six-foot-two forward from Livonia, Michigan, also spent time with the US National Development team, suiting up three times in the USHL. “I’m super excited to sign with a first-class organization,” said Mazzoni. “I can’t wait to get started.”

Sunco Named Official Technology Partner of the 2026 OHL Priority Selection

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 19:00:33 +0000

TORONTO — Sunco Communication and Installation has been named the Official Technology Partner of the 2026 Ontario Hockey League (OHL) Priority Selection, taking on the role of powering one of the most important dates on the League calendar with the connectivity and IT infrastructure required to support the live event. Taking place at Slush Puppie Place in Kingston, Ontario on June 12-13, 2026, the OHL Draft is one of the League’s highest-profile annual events. The real-time broadcast production demands resilient network connectivity, secure systems, and reliable communications from the moment the first pick is announced to the last. As the Official Technology Partner, Sunco will design, deploy, and manage the technology environment supporting the event, bringing the expertise it delivers to clients across Canada to one of the country's most recognized junior hockey leagues. The designation reflects a shared commitment from both organizations to ensuring the event is supported by enterprise-grade technology. "The OHL Draft is a high-pressure environment where the quality of your infrastructure is tested in its full view," said Sean Schoenberger, President of Sunco. "Our team has spent 25 years building and supporting systems that organizations depend on when the stakes are high. Getting to do that work at a nationally recognized sports event is a great opportunity for us. It gives our customers and prospects a concrete example of what we deliver." "Bringing the OHL Priority Selection to life involves a complex web of logistics, and we rely on cutting-edge technological support to make it a world-class experience," said Matt Walker, OHL Director of Marketing and Events. "Sunco's expertise in IT solutions and infrastructure makes them the ideal Official Technology Partner. Their team ensures our operations run smoothly, allowing us to focus on celebrating the incredible young players on a day that generates lifelong memories." To purchase tickets for the 2026 OHL Priority Selection, click here. About Sunco Sunco helps businesses thrive by making communication easier as Canada's trusted systems integrator. With more than 25 years of experience supporting organizations of all sizes, Sunco delivers high-quality business communications and managed IT solutions with the employee-level commitment and collaborative approach every client relationship deserves. About the Ontario Hockey League The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) has long been regarded as the number one development league in the world, continuing to serve as a leading supplier of talent for the National Hockey League. The OHL consists of 20 teams, with 17 located in Ontario, two in the state of Michigan and one in the state of Pennsylvania. A proud member of the Canadian Hockey League, the OHL is also a leading provider of hockey scholarships, with over 329 graduates receiving OHL Scholarships to pursue a post-secondary education of their choice in 2024-25, resulting in a collective investment of over $42 million by OHL member teams over the past 15 years.

Bulldogs sign overage forward Jack Good

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:47:54 +0000

BRANTFORD, ONTARIO - Brantford Bulldogs General Manager Spencer Hyman has announced the signing of recently acquired forward Jack Good from the Brooks Bandits of the BCHL. Good, 19, joins the Bulldogs after spending the past two seasons with the BCHL's Brooks Bandits. The Markham, Ont. native recorded 70 points (22-48–70) in 54 regular-season games during the 2025-26 season, leading the league in assists and helping Brooks capture its second consecutive BCHL championship. He also scored the overtime-winning goal in Game 5 of the championship series. Originally selected by the Erie Otters in the seventh round (125th overall) of the 2022 OHL Priority Selection, Good played at St. Andrew's College before moving to the BCHL. He is committed to Merrimack College. On his acquisition, Brantford Bulldogs General Manager Spencer Hyman was quoted; “We are extremely excited to welcome Jack Good to the Bulldogs organization.” said Brantford Bulldogs General Manager Spencer Hyman. “He is a talented player who will contribute immediately and help support the development of our younger players. Beyond his skill set, Jack is an outstanding person, a tremendous teammate, and a proven winner. Winning back-to-back championships with the Brooks Bandits is not easy, and bringing that experience, leadership, and winning mentality into our dressing room is something we value tremendously.”.

Knights sign second generation talent Anthony Thomas-Maroon

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:27:59 +0000

The London Knights announced today that the club has signed forward Anthony Thomas-Maroon to an OHL Scholarship & Development Agreement. Thomas-Maroon, 17, recorded 19 points (2-17–19) and 78 penalty minutes in 59 regular-season games with the USHL's Muskegon Lumberjacks during the 2025-26 season. The St. Louis, Mo. native was originally selected by London in the 11th round (222nd overall) of the 2024 OHL Priority Selection and is committed to Western Michigan University for the 2027-28 season. He is also the son of longtime NHL veteran and London Knights alumnus Patrick Maroon.

Knights sign overage free agent Geno Carcone

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:56:11 +0000

The London Knights have announced the signing of forward Geno Carcone to an OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement. Carcone, 19, recorded 52 points (13-39–52) in 58 regular-season games with the USHL's Green Bay Gamblers during the 2025-26 season. The 2006-born forward finished tied for second on the team in assists and ranked third in scoring. A native of Woodstock, Georgia, Carcone spent the past three seasons with the Gamblers, totalling 115 points (34-81–115) in 159 regular-season games.

Spitfires sign defenceman Jesse Debruyn

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:21:54 +0000

The Windsor Spitfires are proud to announce the signing of defenceman Jesse Debruyn (De-bru-un) to the Red, White and Navy. Debruyn was selected by the Spitfires in the fourth round, 76th overall, of the 2025 OHL Priority Selection. The Exeter, Ontario native stands at 6-foot and 180 pounds and played his minor hockey with the Huron Perth Lakers organization. Following his selection by Windsor, Debruyn joined the Komoka Kings of the Greater Ontario Hockey League (GOHL), where he posted 8 goals and 19 assists for 27 points in 47 games. After the Kings’ season came to an end, Debruyn was called up by the Spitfires and appeared in six games. “It feels great to sign with such a great organization” Debruyn said. “To accomplish something I have been working really hard for since the draft is super rewarding.” Bill Bowler spoke on Debruyn putting pen to paper. “Jesse is an all around defenceman that can play in all situations” GM Bill Bowler said. “He is a player that joined us late in the playoffs and we expect him to continue to grow into a prominent role.”

Greyhounds sign forward Cam Anderson

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:34:47 +0000

Soo Greyhounds General Manager Kyle Raftis has announced the second signing from the 2025 draft class, inking forward Cam Anderson to an OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement with the Program.

Anderson was originally selected in the 9th Round (170th overall) of the 2025 OHL Priority Selection by the club.

“Cam continues to impress at every level, consistently finding ways to lead his team and drive results. A true power forward, he understands his identity as a player and combines offensive skill with a relentless willingness to compete in hard areas. Dangerous along the walls and below the dots, he has no fear of getting to the difficult parts of the ice to create offense and make an impact”, said Raftis. “We are very excited to welcome Cam to our program and partner with him in the next stage of his development. His unique combination of size, skill, and competitiveness gives him tremendous upside, and he is the type of player who will be extremely difficult for opposing defensemen to handle as he continues to reach his full potential.”

Anderson, a product of Lake Villa, IL, appeared in 58 games with the Chicago Reapers 16U AAA hockey club this past 2025-26 season recording 32 goals and 23 assists, good for 55 points along with 74 penalty minutes.

While competing with the Reapers at the US 16U Nationals the 6-foot-3,191-lb forward registered a goal and an assist in 4 games played while with a member of Team Red he had 4 points (2G, 2A) in 5 games of the 2025 Boys National 16 event.

“I’m incredibly grateful and excited for the opportunity to play hockey for such a historic city and team”, stated Anderson.

Greyhounds sign blueliner Christopher Weiss

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:08:33 +0000

Soo Greyhounds General Manager Kyle Raftis has announced the signing of defenceman Christopher Weiss to an OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement.

"Christopher is a lengthy defender who competes hard and makes life difficult on opposing forwards in his own zone. He is very effective in transition, using both his skating and puck-moving ability to quickly move play up ice and create offence for his teammates. We're excited to welcome Christopher to our program and look forward to supporting him as he continues his development and takes the next step in his hockey career”, said Raftis.

Weiss, a product of Washington Township MI graduated through the Honeybaked AAA program before most recently appearing for the Oakland Jr. Grizzlies 16U AAA in 2025-26. In 60 games played the 6-foot-2, 187 lb blueliner recorded 8 goals and 39 assists, good for 47 points throughout Michigan Amateur Hockey Association contests and independent match-ups.

In 5 games played at the 2025 Boys National 16 tournament he recorded 4 points (1G, 3A).

He was originally selected by the Greyhounds in the 6th Round (123rd overall) of the 2025 OHL Priority Selection.

“I’m super excited about signing with the Greyhounds, and I can’t wait to get started next season! I would like to thank my family, advisor, coaches, and friends for giving me this opportunity. Go Hounds”, said Weiss.

Sting sign NHL Draft prospect Simon Katolicky

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:12:55 +0000

The Sarnia Sting have announced that the team has signed forward Simon Katolicky to an OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement. Katolicky, a 6-foot-4, 198-pound left-shot forward from Havlickuv Brod, Czech Republic, was selected by the Sting in the first round (11th overall) of the 2025 CHL Import Draft. The 2008-born forward spent the 2025-26 season with Tappara U20 in Finland, recording six goals and 11 assists for 17 points in 29 games. Standing at 6-foot-4 and 198 pounds, Katolicky brings a unique combination of size, skill, and offensive ability to the Sting lineup. Katolicky arrives in Sarnia as a top NHL Draft prospect available in the 2026 NHL Draft. Ranked 21st among international skaters by NHL Central Scouting, he is set to attend the NHL Scouting Combine next week ahead of the NHL Draft later in june. Internationally, Katolicky has represented Czechia on multiple occasions, including helping his country capture a bronze medal at the 2026 IIHF U18 Men's World Championship. Sting fans may also recognize his name from the 2024 World Under-17 Hockey Challenge, which was hosted in Sarnia, where he showcased the combination of size, skating ability and skill that has made him one of the most intriguing prospects in his draft class. NHL Draft analyst Scott Wheeler recently highlighted Katolicky among the more interesting prospects available in the 2026 NHL Draft, describing him as "a big, strong, athletic, good-skating left-shot right winger" who impressed scouts at the World Under-17 Hockey Challenge in Sarnia. Wheeler also noted Katolicky's ability to protect pucks, forecheck effectively and create offense off the rush. “I’m extremely excited and grateful for the opportunity to join the Sarnia Sting organization,” said Katolicky. “I can’t wait to get to Sarnia and join the team.” Sting General Manager Dylan Seca believes Katolicky has the tools to make an immediate impact. “Simon is going to be an incredibly exciting player for our organization,” said Seca. “He’s a big kid who moves really well and is electric off the rush. He’s someone who can push the pace for our hockey club. He has a great shot, loves finding open ice, and embraces being relied upon as a go-to player. We really believe he’s going to be a huge piece of our hockey club moving forward.” The Sting selected Katolicky for his combination of size, skating ability, and offensive upside. Katolicky possesses a pro frame while maintaining the speed and skill needed to create offense in transition and generate scoring opportunities. His combination of size, skating, and offensive potential makes him an exciting addition to the organization's future. Katolicky is expected to join the Sting ahead of the 2026-27 Ontario Hockey League season.

Bulldogs add forward Brayden Lappalainen in trade with Flint

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:00:48 +0000

The Brantford Bulldogs have acquired forward Brayden Lappalainen from the Flint Firebirds in exchange for a second-round pick in the 2029 OHL Priority Selection.

A native of Tecumseh, Ont., Lappalainen appeared in 49 games with the Leamington Flyers during the 2025-26 season, recording 14 goals and 21 assists for 35 points.

Selected by the Flint Firebirds in the third round (63rd overall) of the 2025 OHL Priority Selection, Lappalainen continued his development with the Flyers, establishing himself as a productive offensive contributor at the junior level.

The 2009-born, 5-foot-11, 170-pound forward adds skill and offensive upside to the Bulldogs' prospect pool as the club continues to build for the future.

The OHL trade window opened on June 2 and remains open until June 11 at 3:00 p.m. ahead of the 2026 OHL Priority Selection presented by Real Canadian Superstore, which takes place June 12-13 at Slush Puppie Place in Kingston.

All confirmed trades can be found on our OHL Trade Window Tracker.

The 2026 OHL Priority Selection presented by Real Canadian Superstore will be held June 12-13 at Slush Puppie Place in Kingston, marking the first in-person OHL Priority Selection since 2000. Round 1 begins on June 12 at 7:00 p.m., with Rounds 2-15 taking place on June 13 beginning at 9:00 a.m. Tickets are on sale now!