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Bulldogs acquire 2025 first-round pick Sementsov from Colts

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:00:56 +0000

The Brantford Bulldogs have acquired forward Aleksandr Sementsov from the Barrie Colts in exchange for Oshawa’s fifth-round pick in the 2028 OHL Priority Selection. Sementsov, a 2009-born winger from St. Petersburg, Russia, was selected by Barrie with the 18th overall pick of the 2025 OHL Priority Selection. The 5-foot-11, 176-pound forward came to Canada in 2023, joining the Toronto Red Wings U15 AAA program and recording 17 goals, 20 assists and 37 points in 37 GTHL games. Sementsov emerged as one of Ontario’s top U16 scorers the following season with the Halton Hurricanes. He registered 21 goals, 55 assists and 76 points in 34 OMHA league games, finishing the 2024-25 campaign with 51 goals, 85 assists and 136 points over 69 games across all competition. He added eight points in six OMHA playoff contests before recording three goals and two assists in four games at the 2025 OHL Cup. Following his first-round selection by the Colts, Sementsov spent the majority of the 2025-26 season with the OJHL’s Newmarket Hurricanes, producing six goals, 15 assists and 21 points over 42 games in his first full season of junior hockey. “Alex is a former 18th-overall pick with tremendous upside, and we’re excited to welcome him to the Bulldogs organization,” said Brantford President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Spencer Hyman. “We believe strongly in his potential and look forward to working with him, helping him get back on track, and supporting his development this season with the Brantford Titans.” Sementsov will begin the 2026-27 season with the GOHL’s Brantford Titans and will be available to the Bulldogs as an affiliate player.

Knights acquire defenceman Kapageridis from Battalion

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:00:18 +0000

The London Knights have acquired defenceman Jonathan Kapageridis from the North Bay Battalion in exchange for London’s fourth-round pick in the 2029 OHL Priority Selection. Kapageridis joins the Knights following his first full OHL season, recording two goals, 16 assists and 18 points over 55 games with North Bay in 2025-26. “With the home opener coming up, we still have a lot of bodies remaining, which is a major reason for this trade,” said Battalion Director of Hockey Operations Adam Dennis. “Jonathan has been a great member of the Battalion, and we wish him the best with his new opportunity in London.” The 19-year-old Vaughan, ON native was originally selected by the Sarnia Sting with the second overall pick of the 2024 OHL U18 Priority Selection after playing with the Don Mills Flyers U18 AAA program. Kapageridis spent much of the ensuing 2024-25 season with the OJHL’s Cobourg Cougars, where the left-shot defenceman recorded 30 points in 37 games. His OHL rights were dealt from Sarnia to North Bay in January 2025, and he made five regular season appearances with the Battalion before dressing in three playoff contests. The move to North Bay also reunited Kapageridis with former Vaughan Kings teammate Adrian Manzo. The two later played together on the Battalion blueline, with Kapageridis developing into a regular contributor during the 2025-26 season. Head coach Ryan Oulahen highlighted Kapageridis’ skating and puck-moving ability ahead of last season, telling Matt Sookram of BayToday that the defenceman could “transition the puck immediately with his feet” as he prepared for a larger role in North Bay. Kapageridis now joins a London blueline that has undergone several changes leading into the 2026-27 season. The Knights have recently dealt defencemen Linus Funck to the Oshawa Generals and Jacob Xu to the Peterborough Petes, creating an opportunity for Kapageridis to compete for minutes with the defending OHL champions. The 6-foot, 182-pound defenceman is committed to the University of Vermont for the 2027-28 season.

2026-27 CHL Top-10 Rankings: Preseason Edition

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:40:19 +0000

The Canadian Hockey League (CHL) today unveiled the preseason edition of the CHL Top-10 Rankings for 2026-27, led by the Guelph Storm of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL). The Cape Breton Eagles of the Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) and Victoria Royals of the Western Hockey League (WHL) complete the top three. Compiled with input from NHL Central Scouting, the rankings arrive ahead of tomorrow’s season opener and a campaign expected to feature more than 125 NHL-drafted prospects across the WHL, OHL, and QMJHL. The OHL opens tomorrow when the Peterborough Petes host the Kingston Frontenacs at 7:05 p.m. ET / 4:05 p.m. PT (on FloHockey). Friday’s 21-game slate is highlighted by two championship banner ceremonies. The defending CHL champion Kitchener Rangers will raise their Memorial Cup and J. Ross Robertson Cup banners before hosting the Owen Sound Attack at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT, while the Chicoutimi Saguenéens will unveil their Gilles-Courteau Trophy banner before facing the Shawinigan Cataractes at the same time. Guelph opens at home against the Erie Otters at 7:07 p.m. ET / 4:07 p.m. PT. In the WHL, the No. 10-ranked Brandon Wheat Kings host the Saskatoon Blades at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT before the No. 6-ranked Medicine Hat Tigers visit the Lethbridge Hurricanes at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT. FloHockey will stream OHL and QMJHL games throughout 2026-27, while WHL regular-season games will stream free on YouTube. The season will culminate in Guelph during the city’s bicentennial year, when the Storm host the 107th Memorial Cup presented by Kubota from May 20–30, 2027. It will be the first Memorial Cup in Guelph since 2002, when the Kootenay Ice defeated the Victoriaville Tigres in the final. CHL Top-10 Rankings – Preseason 1. Guelph Storm (OHL): The 2027 Memorial Cup hosts did not stand pat this offseason, adding high-end forwards Owen Griffin (25G-42A in 66 GP in 2025-26) and Ethan Czata (25G-28A in 63 GP), goaltender Ben Hrebik—who posted a .920 save percentage in each of the past two seasons—New York Islanders fifth-rounder Vladimir Dravecky (9G-19A in 58 GP) and Czech forward Adrien Bartovič. They join a core led by Toronto Maple Leafs third-rounder Tyler Hopkins (25G-25A in 56 GP) and Chicago Blackhawks second-rounder Ryan Roobroeck (30G-28A in 49 GP). St. Louis Blues prospect Carter Stevens (20G-16A in 53 GP), 2026 CHL Import Draft fourth-overall pick Timothy Kazda and 2027 NHL Draft prospect Jaakko Wycisk (17G-26A in 60 GP) deepen the attack. Anaheim Ducks fifth-rounder Eric Frossard (5G-9A in 51 GP), Tampa Bay Lightning seventh-rounder Grant Spada (6G-15A in 61 GP) and Seattle Kraken seventh-rounder Rylan Singh (4G-19A in 52 GP) headline the blue line. The offseason overhaul gives Guelph 10 NHL prospects in all, underscoring the depth of a roster built to contend immediately. General manager George Burnett and head coach Cory Stillman will now look to guide the reshaped roster to Guelph’s first J. Ross Robertson Cup since 2019 and the franchise’s first Memorial Cup title. Games this week: vs. Erie (Sept. 18), @ Brantford (Sept. 19) 2. Cape Breton Eagles (QMJHL): Cape Breton has assembled a legitimate contender, although a deep Eastern Conference featuring Québec, Saint John, Halifax and Moncton will offer little margin for error. An aggressive offseason brought Ottawa Senators prospect Lucas Beckman (2.60 GAA & .917 SV% in 38 GP between Baie-Comeau and Chicoutimi in 2025-26), Los Angeles Kings second-rounder Liam Lefebvre (32G-27A in 59 GP), Washington Capitals third-rounder Maxim Schäfer (21G-28A in 53 GP) and fellow German forward Elias Schneider (23G-30A in 53 GP). They join 2024 fourth-overall QMJHL pick Romain L’Italien (17G-30A in 52 GP), his older brother Eliot L’Italien (16G-18A in 49 GP), Reece Peitzsche (26G-21A in 64 GP) and Boston Bruins prospect Cole Chandler (20G-32A in 62 GP), formerly of Shawinigan, in a deep forward group. On defense, newcomer Alonso Gosselin (7G-21A in 64 GP) adds offense alongside Detroit Red Wings sixth-rounder Will Murphy (4G-4A in 38 GP) and overager Noah Jettelson (4G-22A in 64 GP), who added seven points in six playoff games. With Beckman behind that group, the Eagles have strength at every position. Games this week: vs. Halifax (Sept. 18), vs. Charlottetown (Sept. 20) 3. Victoria Royals (WHL): After finishing two points short of qualifying for a playoff tiebreaker last season, Victoria enters 2026-27 with a win-now roster. The blockbuster addition of Dallas Stars prospect Cameron Schmidt—who tied for the CHL lead with 51 goals and finished with 100 points in 72 games—transforms the attack. The Royals offered an early glimpse of their upside by scoring 10 goals while splitting two preseason games against London. Returning standouts Nolan Stewart (16G-34A in 65 GP) and Hayden Moore (18G-30A in 62 GP) are joined by former Tri-City scoring leader Savin Virk (27G-38A in 66 GP). Captain Miles Cooper (10G-27A in 50 GP), Caleb Matthews (15G-21A in 65 GP), Columbus Blue Jackets prospect Filip Novak and 2026 first-round CHL Import Draft pick Marek Peroutka add further scoring options. On defense, offseason acquisition Nate Yellowaga (7G-20A in 67 GP) joins 2027 NHL Draft prospect Odin Vauhkonen (3G-20A in 65 GP). Victoria has moved quickly from narrowly missing the postseason to looking capable of a deep run in 2026-27. Games this week: @ Kamloops (Sept. 19) 4. London Knights (OHL): After winning consecutive J. Ross Robertson Cups, London’s bid for a third straight title ended with a first-round loss to the Soo Greyhounds. The Knights nevertheless return as contenders in 2026-27, led up front by Ottawa Senators first-rounder Jaxon Cover (20G-32A in 67 GP) and Dallas Stars fifth-rounder Ryan Brown (22G-41A in 67 GP). Anaheim Ducks first-rounder Marcus Nordmark, top 2027 NHL Draft prospect Luca Santala, newcomers Kane Barch and Carson Harmer (18G-26A in 66 GP), overager Thomas Zocco and veterans Evan Van Gorp (12G-27A in 66 GP) and Cohen Bidgood (14G-25A in 51 GP) give London its depth. The 6-foot-8 Maksim Sokolovskii, selected in the first round by Philadelphia, anchors a defense that also includes Caleb Mitchell (5G-23A in 57 GP) and 6-foot-6 Boston Bruins fifth-rounder Jacob Vandeven. A return by Los Angeles Kings first-rounder Henry Brzustewicz would make that group even stronger. Vancouver Canucks second-rounder Aleksei Medvedev is in line for the lead role in goal after sharing the crease with Sebastian Gatto last season. Young players such as Ryan Beaulieu, Cooper McAslan and Alex Campeau give an already-deep lineup additional upside. Games this week: vs. Windsor (Sept. 18), @ Windsor (Sept. 19) 5. Saginaw Spirit (OHL): Saginaw hopes a blend of NHL-drafted talent and emerging players can produce its second Memorial Cup title in four seasons. First-year head coach Brendan Taylor inherits a dynamic forward in Dima Zhilkin (36G-39A in 59 GP), a potential top-10 pick in the 2027 NHL Draft. Winnipeg Jets prospect Jacob Cloutier (22G-25A in 64 GP) and Toronto Maple Leafs sixth-rounder Brody Pepoy (16G-13A in 67 GP) also return, while the acquisition of Braidy Wassilyn (19G-27A in 62 GP) gives the young group another proven scorer. Recent first-round OHL picks Ryan Hanrahan (4G-8A in 46 GP) and Drew Bate provide further upside. On defense, 2027 NHL Draft prospect Levi Harper (12G-45A in 68 GP) leads a group that includes Russian blueliner Gordei Khotkov and draft-eligibles Drew Roscoe (2G-1A in 30 GP), Tyler Martyniuk and Kade Meyer. San Jose Sharks fourth-rounder Brady Knowling and Tampa Bay Lightning sixth-rounder Stepan Shurygin give Saginaw two NHL-drafted goaltenders. The biggest swing factor is reigning OHL scoring champion Nikita Klepov (37G-60A in 67 GP): a return from the Anaheim Ducks would materially raise Saginaw’s ceiling. Games this week: @ Sault Ste. Marie (Sept. 18), vs. Flint (Sept. 19) 6. Medicine Hat Tigers (WHL): After reaching the 2025 Memorial Cup final, Medicine Hat followed with another deep playoff run last season and remains built to contend. Pittsburgh Penguins prospects Liam Ruck (45G-59A in 68 GP) and Markus Ruck (21G-87A in 68 GP) drive one of the CHL’s most dangerous attacks. Potential 2027 NHL Draft first-rounders Noah Davidson (30G-22A in 67 GP) and Shaeffer Gordon-Carroll (12G-25A in 41 GP) add more high-end talent, while Luke Cozens (25G-36A in 69 GP), Yaroslav Bryzgalov (13G-42A in 64 GP) and Kadon McCann (21G-22A in 68 GP) supply proven depth. Offseason addition Josh Evaschesen (33G-40A in 67 GP) and 2026 CHL Import Draft pick Arvid Drott, a Florida Panthers sixth-rounder, make the forward group even deeper. On defense, overager Dayton Reschny (11G-16A in 54 GP), Calgary Flames third-rounder Mace’o Phillips and 6-foot-7 Russian Denis Pasler bring size and experience. The Tigers’ youth creates some questions going into 2026-27, but few teams can match their scoring ceiling. Games this week: @ Lethbridge (Sept. 18), vs. Lethbridge (Sept. 19) 7. Saint John Sea Dogs (QMJHL): Saint John’s playoff-series drought dates back to its 2017 QMJHL championship run, though the club captured the Memorial Cup as host in 2022. With an experienced core and a busy offseason, the Sea Dogs appear poised not only to end that drought, but to challenge for their first QMJHL title in a decade. Top 2027 NHL Draft prospect Alexis Joseph (24G-36A in 54 GP) leads an attack reinforced by former U.S. National Team Development Program forward Jamie Glance and CHL Import Draft picks Matyas Cancik and Oliver Ozogany. The club’s top-three scorers from last season—Joseph, Alexander Donovan (25G-28A in 63 GP) and Olivier Groulx (20G-46A in 64 GP)—all return, while former eighth-overall QMJHL pick Dylan Rozzi (20G-25A in 64 GP) is another breakout candidate. The Sea Dogs rebuilt their defense by adding former fourth-overall pick Thomas Charbonneau (2G-9A in 48 GP), Brandon Delarosbil (8G-14A in 60 GP) and veteran Julien Lanthier (3G-12A in 43 GP) to a group led by Olivier Duhamel (5G-21A in 58 GP). Buffalo Sabres fourth-rounder Samuel Meloche gives that revamped blue line an established goaltender behind it. Games this week: @ Newfoundland (Sept. 18), @ Newfoundland (Sept. 19) 8. Québec Remparts (QMJHL): Four seasons after winning both the Gilles-Courteau Trophy and Memorial Cup, Québec again has the high-end talent to contend. St. Louis Blues first-rounder Maddox Dagenais (30G-32A in 62 GP), Philadelphia Flyers prospect and returning scoring leader Nathan Quinn (34G-39A in 58 GP) and top 2027 NHL Draft prospect Carter Meyer give the Remparts a formidable top line. The supporting cast includes 2025 first-round import pick Nikita Ovcharov (17G-27A in 64 GP), 2026 first-round import pick Samuel Sramaty and 2025 ninth-overall QMJHL pick James Scantlebury, with Sramaty and Scantlebury set to make their league debuts. On defense, Winnipeg Jets fifth-rounder Alexandre Taillefer (2G-15A in 28 GP) and offseason acquisition Maddox Labre (1G-19A in 59 GP) will be counted on to stabilize the group in front of draft-eligible goaltender Patrick Déniger. The ceiling is high; the question is whether Québec’s depth can hold up in a strong Eastern Conference. Games this week: @ Sherbrooke (Sept. 18), @ Chicoutimi (Sept. 20) 9. Ottawa 67’s (OHL): Ottawa followed a 100-point regular season with a playoff loss to Barrie, who later fell to Kitchener in the OHL Championship Series. Although several veterans have departed, the 67’s return 2027 NHL Draft prospect Kohyn Eshkawkogan and three of their top five postseason scorers as they pursue their first OHL title since 2001. Carolina Hurricanes seventh-rounder Filip Ekberg (24G-22A in 59 GP), New York Rangers fourth-rounder Spencer Bowes (23G-19A in 67 GP) and Nic Whitehead (25G-38A in 64 GP) are the top returning regular-season scorers. 2027 NHL Draft prospect Brock Chitaroni (10G-14A in 60 GP) will look to build on a productive rookie season. On defense, Eshkawkogan, 6-foot-6 Buffalo Sabres third-rounder David Bedkowski (5G-24A in 68 GP) and Colorado Avalanche seventh-rounder Ondrej Ruml (10G-18A in 66 GP) bring both puck movement and size. Jaeden Nelson—who posted a 2.33 goals-against average and .915 save percentage in 29 games—returns as half of Ottawa’s 2026 Dave Pinkney Trophy-winning tandem. Games this week: @ Kingston (Sept. 20) 10. Brandon Wheat Kings (WHL): Brandon lost five of its top seven scorers from an 82-point season, but the returning core has enough firepower to keep the Wheat Kings in the early contender conversation. Brandon native and top 2027 NHL Draft prospect Jaxon Jacobson (25G-60A in 63 GP) and 40-goal scorer Joby Baumuller lead the attack. Anaheim Ducks seventh-rounder Brady Turko (18G-18A in 66 GP) provides experience, while draft-eligible forwards Chase Surkan (20G-18A in 45 GP) and Prabh Bhathal (8G-23A in 63 GP) are candidates for larger roles. First-round CHL Draft Import pick Kris Muissu and 2025 WHL U.S. Prospects Draft first-overall pick Levi Ellingsen (0G-1A in 5 GP) could add needed depth. With Giorgos Pantelas and Grayson Burzynski gone, the defense will have a new look. Cameron Allard (7G-12A in 62 GP) is the top returning scorer on the blue line, while 2027 NHL Draft prospect Nigel Boehm (2G-14A in 63 GP) and 2025 first-round WHL pick Cruz Jim (0G-1A in 4 GP) should receive larger opportunities. Minnesota Wild fifth-rounder Filip Ruzicka (.906 SV% in 42 GP; .936 in four playoff games) gives the young defense stability behind it. Games this week: vs. Saskatoon (Sept. 18)

OHL Announces 2026-27 Officiating Team

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:33:45 +0000

The Ontario Hockey League has announced its officiating team for the 2026-27 season, consisting of 108 officials: 40 referees and 68 linespersons. The 2026-27 team combines a strong level of experience with the addition of 15 officials entering their first OHL season. The League’s officiating roster averages approximately six years of OHL experience, with more than half of the team having five or more seasons of experience. The incoming group includes 11 first-year linespersons and four first-year referees, representing communities throughout Ontario as well as Michigan. The group has an average age of just over 23 years. Joining the OHL linesperson team are Nick Brunetta (Soo), Darcy Carter (Georgina), Omar Galal (Mississauga), Brent Lace (Oshawa), Tyler McBay (Toronto/Elmira), Noah Sabourin (St. Catharines), Jacob Swackhamer (Nobleton), Henry Turner (Guelph), Hunter Hoberg (Michigan), Kyle Hoberg (Michigan) and Jaydon Fetter (Windsor). First-year OHL referees include Luc Brzustowski (Guelph), Aiden Dionne (Sudbury), Colton Peak (Burlington) and Harry Smith (Toronto). The referee team will also include Brandon Flood, Jordan Hurtubise, Dan Kovachik and Michael Whaley, who bring previous OHL officiating experience into their new roles as referees. Among the League’s veteran officials, referee Sean Reid enters his 27th OHL season and 23rd as a referee, while linesperson Dave Pfohl begins his 23rd season in the League. The 2026-27 season also sees three members of last year’s OHL officiating team advance to the NHL officiating system. Former OHL players Nick Isaacson, Hayden Verbeek and Chris Martenet have been hired by the NHL on minor-league officiating contracts after continuing their development in the OHL. Isaacson and Verbeek worked as referees in the OHL, while Martenet joined the League as a linesperson in 2025-26. Isaacson and Martenet also participated in the 2025 CHL/NHL Officials’ Development Camp before earning their professional opportunities. Their advancement continues a recent run of OHL officials moving into the professional ranks, following linesperson Shawn Oliver, who earned a minor-league NHL contract ahead of the 2025-26 season. The OHL Officiating Department looks forward to the continued development of its returning and first-year officials throughout the 2026-27 season. Director of Officiating Conrad Haché Director of Administration Herb Morell Officiating Managers Brad Beer Kevin Hastings Scott Hoberg Doug Horner Scott Oakman

2026-27 OHL Referees

NO.	REFEREE	YEAR	YRS. AS REFEREE
2	Michael Whaley	2	1
3	Ryan Harrison	10	10
4	Brandon Flood	2	1
5	Jason Faist	20	18
6	Hillary Brennan	5	5
7	Connor Mallon	5	4
8	Damian Figueira	4	4
9	Ryan Elbers	9	9
10	Sean Kimmerly	5	5
11	David Elford	5	4
12	Chad Ingalls	5	4
13	Brendan Kane	7	6
14	Derek Riseborough	2	2
15	Aaron Neely	12	10
16	Jordan Hurtubise	6	1
17	Dan Kovachik	5	1
18	Matt Boulby	5	5
19	Nick Bet	11	6
20	Luc Brzustowski	1	1
21	Drew Jackson	19	8
22	Matt Mannella	6	3
23	Tyson Stewart	7	7
25	Joe Monette	19	16
26	Sean Reid	27	23
27	TJ Hunter	3	2
28	Blake Beer	7	5
29	Aiden Dionne	1	1
30	Andre Grougrou	8	2
31	Harry Smith	1	1
32	Ian Rush	5	2
33	Mac Nichol	9	8
34	Colton Peak	1	1
35	Scott Ferguson	19	19
37	Mitchell Hardy	4	4
38	Darcy Burchell	19	19
39	Lacey Senuk	5	5
40	Pat Myers	15	15
41	Kyle Whiteman	2	2
42	Kurtis Pare	3	3
43	James Kraft	3	3

2026-27 OHL Linespersons

NO.	LINESPERSON	YRS.
44	Riley Brass	5
44	Brent Lace	1
45	Mathieu Lecavalier	3
45	Luke Pye	5
46	Jacob Lamothe	5
46	Mac Whalen	3
47	Kevin McArthur	11
48	Owen Robertson	3
49	Adam Harris	15
50	Justine Todd	5
51	Gage Argue	2
52	Joseph Erickson	3
52	Noah Sabourin	1
53	Will Dykeman	9
54	Josh Miller	2
54	Marcus Policicchio	13
55	Devon Driscoll	3
56	Mason Snell	2
57	Kyle Hoberg	1
58	Alex Joubert	5
59	Jaydon Fetter	1
59	Michael Quesnele	3
60	Darcy Carter	1
60	Charlie Millen	6
61	Brendan Barletta	4
62	Antoine Bujold-Roux	2
63	David Milne	10
64	Brock Perry	5
65	Riley Clipper	4
66	Devon Gale	4
67	Hunter Gaspar	3
68	Dustin McCrank	18
70	Devon Marson	3
70	Philip Nadeau	3
71	Hunter Hoberg	1
72	Spencer Knox	6
73	Nick Arcan	6
74	Eric Taylor	3
75	Brad Horan	10
76	Tyler McBay	1
76	Kirsten Welsh	6
77	Evan Conrod	2
78	Joe Kielbowich	5
79	Garrett Merrill	3
79	Henry Turner	1
80	Justin Noble	8
81	Mason Hardy	4
82	Omar Galal	1
83	Ryan Card	14
84	Owen Bennett	2
85	William Lamoureux	5
85	Meckenzie Wright	3
86	Dalton Kipp	4
87	Charlie Giesler	5
88	Pierre-Luc Lurette	3
88	Joshua Houslander	12
89	Andrew Langhorn	3
89	Carter Tait	4
90	Nick Brunetta	1
91	Brian Birkhoff	5
92	Justin Cornell	5
92	Blake Wisniewski	3
93	Broidy Rondelet	2
94	Adam Burnett	5
95	Jacob Swackhamer	1
96	Dave Pfohl	23
97	Zach Gagne	6
98	Scott Lawson	13

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OHL Friday Night Faceoff: Owen Sound at Kitchener

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:22:05 +0000

The 2026-27 OHL season is finally here, and with it comes the return of Friday Night Faceoff for its second season! In partnership with FloHockey, YourTV, Rogers tv and Eastlink Community TV, all 20 OHL clubs will be featured at least twice on the initial schedule, with games available live and free across FloHockey’s social platforms. The 2026-27 Friday Night Faceoff schedule opens in championship fashion on Friday, September 18, as the reigning OHL Champion Kitchener Rangers raise their 2026 Memorial Cup and 2025-26 J. Ross Robertson Cup championship banners to the rafters of the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium before hosting the Owen Sound Attack. The opening-night celebration follows a memorable 2025-26 season in Kitchener that saw the Rangers capture their fifth OHL championship and first since 2008 before going a perfect 4-0 at the Memorial Cup to claim their third national title. Friday’s matchup brings together two Midwest Division rivals beginning new chapters in 2026-27. Owen Sound enters the season under a new leadership group, with President and General Manager Tyler Nother and head coach Keenan Reynolds bringing a new philosophy and approach to player development while working with an experienced returning roster. Kitchener is also adjusting to plenty of change after reaching the top of junior hockey last season. Several key pieces from the championship group have moved on, while Jeff Kyrzakos takes over behind the bench after spending the previous three seasons as the Rangers’ Associate Coach and Assistant General Manager. With both sides looking to establish what their next chapter will look like, the first Friday Night Faceoff of the season provides an early test between two Western Conference foes. Players to Watch Kitchener Rangers:

Cameron Arquette (LW) – Cameron Arquette took a major step forward last season, more than tripling his offensive production from his first two OHL campaigns with a career-high 45 points in 68 games. He carried that production into the postseason, adding five goals and nine points during Kitchener’s championship run. After establishing himself as a consistent contributor a year ago, the 19-year-old returns as one of Kitchener’s top offensive threats.
Jason Schabuel (G) – After spending the past two seasons behind Jackson Parsons and Christian Kirsch, Schaubel now has the opportunity to make the Rangers’ crease his own. He appeared in 28 games last season, gaining valuable experience before backing up Kirsch throughout Kitchener’s championship run. It’s a path the Rangers have seen before, with Parsons waiting for his opportunity before eventually taking over the crease and developing into the OHL and CHL Goaltender of the Year. Now, the spotlight shifts to Schaubel on opening night as he looks to establish himself as Kitchener’s next starter.

Owen Sound Attack:

Cole Zurawski (RW) – Hearing his name called by the Florida Panthers in the sixth round of the 2026 NHL Draft, Zurawski enters the season with plenty of momentum. The 6-foot-1 forward exploded offensively during the preseason, leading the OHL with 15 points (4-11–15) in just six games.
Pierce Mbuyi (LW) – After winning OHL Rookie of the Year in 2024-25, Pierce Mbuyi took another major step last season, leading the Attack with 32 goals and 75 points in 68 games. His sophomore campaign also saw him become the 30th captain in franchise history before the Pittsburgh Penguins selected him in the third round of the 2026 NHL Draft. Still entering just his third OHL campaign, Mbuyi has already established himself as a central piece of the Attack’s core and returns from Penguins Rookie Camp in time for opening night.

As part of the media partnership between the OHL and FloSports, a free Friday Night Faceoff matchup will be featured every week throughout the 2026-27 season across FloHockey’s social platforms. Subscribers can continue to watch every OHL game all season long on FloHockey.tv and the FloSports app, available on iOS, Android, Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, and most smart TVs.

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2026-27 Season Preview: Brantford Bulldogs

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:06:10 +0000

After finishing atop the OHL standings a season ago, the Brantford Bulldogs will look almost entirely different when they hit the ice in 2026-27. Brantford went 48-10-8-2 to capture the Hamilton Spectator Trophy, losing just once in regulation on home ice before its season came to a heartbreaking end in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Final. The Bulldogs also led the OHL with 296 goals and operated at 35.1 percent on the power play, the most efficient mark since the league began tracking the statistic in 1997-98. Now comes the challenge of replacing much of what made that team so successful. General Manager Spencer Hyman has taken full advantage of hockey’s changing landscape, bringing in a long list of new faces throughout the offseason. Both of last season’s goaltenders were traded on the same day in June, the blue line has been completely rebuilt and the forward group will feature plenty of newcomers as well. That leaves new Head Coach Michael Babcock with something close to a blank canvas. While there may be plenty of unfamiliar names in Brantford, there is no shortage of intriguing talent among them. The Bulldogs were one of the busiest teams of the offseason, adding players from across the OHL, USHL, BCHL and international ranks. Starting Six: * The Starting Six does not represent a projected lineup, but instead highlights six key players to watch entering the 2026-27 season. FORWARD | Kaden McGregor 2025-26 (Peterborough Petes): 39 GP, 7G, 13A, 20 PTS The first overall selection in the 2025 OHL Priority Selection has a new home after the Bulldogs acquired Kaden McGregor from the Peterborough Petes at the beginning of August. McGregor recorded 20 points through 39 games during his rookie season before an injury cut his campaign short. The Braeside, Ont. native also represented Team Canada White at the 2025 U17 World Challenge, recording five points in five games while helping Canada to a silver medal. Now healthy and entering his second OHL season, McGregor will have an opportunity to take on a significant role with his new club. He has already been named an assistant captain ahead of his first season in Brantford. FORWARD | Jason Musa 2025-26 (Cedar Rapids RoughRiders): 61 GP, 25G, 31A, 56 PTS Jason Musa wasted little time introducing himself to Bulldogs fans. Signed as a free agent in May after spending last season with the USHL’s Cedar Rapids RoughRiders, Musa recorded 25 goals and 56 points in 61 games before making the move to Brantford. His offence carried straight into the preseason, where he piled up five goals and 11 points through four games. The University of Massachusetts commit is set to join the NCAA ranks in 2027-28, but first, he’ll look to make an immediate impact in Brantford. FORWARD | Jack Good 2025-26 (Brooks Bandits): 54 GP, 22G, 48A, 70 PTS Jack Good arrives in Brantford with plenty of experience and an impressive final season in the BCHL behind him. The overage forward recorded 70 points in 54 games with the Brooks Bandits last season, leading the BCHL with 48 assists. His performance earned him First Team All-Star honours while helping Brooks capture a second consecutive BCHL championship, with Good scoring the overtime winner in Game 5 of the championship series. Originally selected by the Erie Otters in the seventh round of the 2022 OHL Priority Selection, the Markham, Ont. native now gets his opportunity in the OHL. DEFENCEMAN | Jet Kwajah 2025-26 (Madison Capitols): 55 GP, 7G, 20A, 27 PTS Acquired from the Owen Sound Attack during the offseason, Jet Kwajah brings an offensive element to Brantford’s completely rebuilt blue line. The Hamilton, Ont. native spent the past two seasons with the USHL’s Madison Capitols after originally being selected in the sixth round of the 2024 OHL Priority Selection. After earning USHL All-Rookie Team recognition in 2024-25, Kwajah increased his production to seven goals and 27 points in 55 games last season, leading Madison defencemen in goals. The right-shot rearguard is committed to Penn State University and was included in NHL Central Scouting’s rankings ahead of the 2026 NHL Draft. Kwajah has also been named an assistant captain entering his first season with the Bulldogs. DEFENCEMAN | Abe Barnett 2025-26 (U.S. National U18 Team): 62 GP, 1G, 10A, 11 PTS Abe Barnett adds size and international experience to Brantford’s new-look defence. The Bulldogs acquired Barnett’s OHL rights from the Ottawa 67’s in January before officially adding the 6-foot-3, 198-pound defenceman following two seasons with the U.S. National Team Development Program. The Wilmette, IL., native has represented the United States at the U17 World Hockey Challenge, U18 World Championship and 2024 Youth Olympic Games, where he won gold. Barnett is committed to the University of Michigan for the 2027-28 season and is eligible for the 2027 NHL Draft. GOALTENDER | Vilmer Salén Forsberg 2025-26 (Södertälje SK U18): 11 GP, 2.28 GAA, .920 SV% With both of last season’s Bulldogs goaltenders moving on, the crease is wide open, and Vilmer Salén Forsberg is one of the new faces looking to make his mark. Selected 62nd overall by Brantford in the 2026 CHL Import Draft, the 6-foot-6, 235-pound netminder becomes the first Swedish player and first import goaltender in Bulldogs history. Salén Forsberg posted a 2.28 goals-against average and .920 save percentage in 11 appearances with Södertälje SK at the U18 level last season while still competing as an underager. He also earned opportunities at the U20 level and internationally with Sweden, including appearances at the U17 World Hockey Challenge before playing all four games for his country at the 2026 Hlinka Gretzky Cup. Breakout Watch: George Komadoski – D 2025-26 (Flint Firebirds): 50 GP, 0G, 3A, 3 PTS George Komadoski joins the Bulldogs after being acquired from the Flint Firebirds during the offseason. The St. Louis, Mo. native appeared in 50 games during his first OHL season, recording three assists and 34 penalty minutes. Signed by Flint as a free agent after spending 2024-25 with Mount St. Charles Academy, the 6-foot-3 defenceman now gets a fresh opportunity with Brantford. Eligible for the 2027 NHL Draft and committed to the University of Notre Dame for the fall of 2027, Komadoski will look to carve out a larger role on Brantford’s rebuilt blue line. “George is a player we believe is ready to take a significant step forward this season. He brings size, strength and a real physical presence to our back end, and he competes extremely hard every night. He plays with an edge, defends with purpose and has continued to grow in confidence with the puck. We believe George has all the tools to take on a much bigger role for us this season and establish himself as an impactful defenceman in our league.” – General Manager Spencer Hyman Owen DeGraff – RW 2025-26 (Waterloo Black Hawks): 51 GP, 7G, 2A, 9 PTS Owen DeGraff brings a combination of size and physicality to Brantford after spending last season with the USHL’s Waterloo Black Hawks. The 6-foot-3, 200-pound winger previously spent three seasons with the Long Island Gulls, producing 77 points in 78 games during his draft year. His first USHL season saw him develop into a difficult player to play against, using his size and speed on the forecheck while adding seven goals in 51 games. The Odessa, Fla. native was also named to the USHL All-Academic Team and appeared in the 2026 Chipotle All-American Game. “Owen has a combination of size, compete and skill that we’re really excited about. He plays hard, gets to difficult areas and has the ability to impact the game in a number of different ways. We believe he’s ready for a much bigger role and has an opportunity to establish himself as an important player for our team this year.” – General Manager Spencer Hyman Futures Watch: Get to know the next wave of Brantford’s talent by revisiting the Bulldogs’ 2026 draft class and new additions in our Futures Watch feature. The Outlook: There may not be another team in the OHL entering 2026-27 with as much change to navigate as the Bulldogs. A 48-win team that led the league in scoring and produced a historically efficient power play has been almost entirely reshaped. There are new faces in net, a completely rebuilt blue line and significant turnover up front, all under a new head coach. That makes Brantford one of the more intriguing teams to watch early in the season. Hyman has brought in experienced players, alongside younger talent, giving Babcock plenty of pieces to work with despite the lack of continuity. The question is how quickly those pieces come together. Last season’s Bulldogs set an incredibly high bar, particularly offensively, and replacing 296 goals and a 35.1% power play will be no small task. This year’s group may look very different, but after one of the busiest offseasons in the league, there will be no shortage of new talent looking to make its mark in Brantford. Opening Night: Friday, September 18th Niagara IceDogs at Brantford Bulldogs| 7:00 p.m. Fans can catch all the action live on FloHockey.

Frontenacs announce Multi-Year Contract Extensions for Kory Cooper and Troy Mann

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:36:46 +0000

Kingston, ON - The Kingston Frontenacs are pleased to announce that General Manager Kory Cooper and Head Coach Troy Mann have signed multi-year contract extensions with the hockey club.

Cooper and Mann will continue to lead the Frontenacs’ Hockey Operations department as the organization builds toward continued success both on and off the ice.

“We're incredibly happy to have Kory and Troy sign these contract extensions,” said Frontenacs President and Governor Doug Springer. "They have altered the trajectory of this franchise for the better and I firmly believe that these two are the best men for the job as we work towards bringing a championship to the city of Kingston."

Previously the Assistant General Manager, Cooper took over as General Manager of the Frontenacs in July of 2021 and has played a crucial role in not only shaping the team's roster, but overseeing the organization's culture reset. Under his leadership, Kingston has continued to develop its young talent while establishing a strong foundation. Cooper was acknowledged for his continued efforts as he captured the Jim Gregory OHL General Manager of the Year Award following the 2024-25 season.

“I’m excited to continue working alongside our staff, our players and for our city and fans,” said Cooper. “Our commitment to player development is at the centre of everything we do, and we've created an environment where our players can develop both on and off the ice and ultimately reach their goals. At the same time, we’re focused on building a team that the Kingston community can be proud of and that can compete for championships. Doug, Troy, our entire staff, and I believes that Kingston deserves a winning hockey team, and our collective goal is to bring that success to this city.”

Mann was named Head Coach of the Frontenacs in October of 2023 and brought with him an extensive coaching experience at the professional level with the AHL's Belleville Senators and Hershey Bears. Since taking over behind the Kingston bench, Mann has helped Cooper establish an organizational identity built around structure, accountability, and hard work.

“I've really enjoyed my time in Kingston and the opportunity to reunite with Coop after our time together in the AHL,” said Mann. “Doug and Kory have done a tremendous job creating a family atmosphere and making the rink a place that everyone enjoys coming to. Developing our players both on and off the ice is never an easy task, but it remains the top priority for us. We'll continue to support our players as they grow, with the goal of bringing a championship to our loyal fans and the city of Kingston."

The Frontenacs open the 2026-27 OHL regular season on Thursday, September 17th at 7:05PM in Peterborough against the Petes before returning home on Sunday, September 20th for our Home Opener against the Ottawa 67’s. The puck may drop at 3:05PM but the real fun starts at 12:00PM with our annual Home Opener Tailgate Party. Enjoy live music, Gino’s Pizza food truck, drinks, fun and games for the entire family and so much more!

Season Ticket Memberships are on sale now don’t miss your chance to secure your seats early and be locked in for 34 Frontenacs’ home games and take advantage of perks and benefits only available to Season Ticket Members! Click here for more information.

For media inquiries, contact: Abbey Johnson Manager of Communications and Fan Experience Kingston Frontenacs Hockey Club (613) 328-6787 ajohnson@kingstonfrontenacs.com

Attack sign local free agent Dillon Atkinson

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:25:27 +0000

OWEN SOUND, Ont. — The Owen Sound Attack have signed Saugeen Shores free-agent forward Dillon Atkinson to a Standard Player Education & Development Agreement, bringing a local hockey story full circle as the 18-year-old continues his journey with the team he grew up watching. For Atkinson, signing with the Attack is more than simply the next step in his hockey career — it is an opportunity to play for the team he watched as a young hockey fan growing up in Saugeen Shores. Long before wearing the Attack crest himself, Atkinson was a familiar face in the stands at the Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre, taking in Attack games with his family and participating in the mini-games and activities that have become a special part of the gameday experience for young fans. Now, years later, the Saugeen Shores product is preparing to take the ice at the Bayshore as an Attack player. “Signing with the attack means the world to me. As a young kid I went to countless games, got countless autographs, played countless intermission games on the Bayshore ice, and I’ve always known that one day I wanted to play for the Owen Sound Attack. My poppa was a longtime season ticket holder, and I just know how big he would be smiling down on me from up above right now,” said Atkinson. “This means the world to not only me, but also my entire family who have supported me through all the highs and lows of this exciting journey so far. Seeing how proud my parents are and how happy they are to see me wear the Attack jersey is one very special feeling. I cannot wait to bring some exciting hockey back to the Bayshore and bring this city the championship that they deserve.” Atkinson's path to the Attack has included stops through the local hockey system, including Saugeen Shores Minor Hockey and the Grey-Bruce Highlanders, before playing his final minor hockey season for the Niagara North Stars. He has continued to develop his game at the junior level with the St. Catharines Falcons of the GOJHL, where he has registered 26 goals and 50 assists in 96 regular season games, while adding 7 goals and 11 assists in 33 playoff games. This past season was a big year for Atkinson, being selected to play for the GOHL U18 team that competed at the St. Andrew’s College MacPherson Challenge Tournament and selected to participate in the GOHL Top Prospects game at the OHL’s 2026 Connor McDavid Top Prospects event. “Dillon is a player who has continued to work hard and develop throughout his hockey career,” said Attack President and General Manager, Tyler Nother. “What makes this signing especially exciting is that he is a local player who understands what it means to play for the Owen Sound Attack. He grew up watching this team, coming to games at the Bayshore and dreaming about one day being on the ice. Now he has earned that opportunity through his work and dedication to the sport.” For the Attack organization, Atkinson's signing represents another opportunity to develop a player with strong ties to the local hockey community. “Having a hometown player come through our system and earn an opportunity like this is something everyone in our organization can be proud of,” said Nother. “Dillon has a great opportunity in front of him, and we're excited to continue helping him develop as both a player and a person.” Atkinson, becomes the first local hockey product since now NHL defenceman Kurtis MacDermid to pursue the dream of playing major junior hockey in Owen Sound. For Atkinson, the significance of the moment is not lost on him. “When Tyler and Keenan approached me this summer about the possibility of playing for my hometown OHL team, I knew right away that Owen Sound was the place I wanted to be. Being able to play at home in-front of hundreds of friends and family every night is an opportunity I will never take for granted” said Atkinson. “Being the first local player to do this since Kurtis MacDermind does not weigh lightly on me, and it’s an honour to go out each and every night and represent the Grey and Bruce communities. I’m so thankful for this opportunity and can’t wait to put on the Owen Sound logo that I’ve always dreamed of wearing.”

OHL unveils 2026-27 Friday Night Faceoff schedule

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:00:35 +0000

TORONTO – The Ontario Hockey League today announced its 2026-27 Friday Night Faceoff schedule, unveiling a 26-game season-long showcase that will bring a featured OHL matchup to fans every Friday night throughout the regular season. In partnership with FloHockey, YourTV, Rogers tv and Eastlink Community TV, Friday Night Faceoff returns for a second season with all 20 OHL clubs featured on the schedule and games available live and free across FloHockey’s social platforms. The 2026-27 Friday Night Faceoff schedule opens in championship fashion on Friday, September 18, as the reigning OHL Champion Kitchener Rangers raise their J. Ross Robertson Cup championship banner to the rafters of the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium before hosting the Owen Sound Attack. The opening-night celebration follows a memorable 2025-26 season in Kitchener that saw the Rangers capture their fifth OHL championship and first since 2008. From there, Friday Night Faceoff will travel across the League over 26 weeks, highlighting rivalries, top NHL prospects and marquee matchups from September through the final weekend of the regular season. All 20 OHL clubs are included at least twice on the initial schedule, with games originating from markets across Ontario, Michigan and Pennsylvania. The schedule also features a special Friday Night Faceoff from Cornwall on October 16, when the Brampton Steelheads meet the Ottawa 67’s at the Cornwall Civic Complex as part of the OHL Seaway Shootout. Other featured matchups include the Saginaw Spirit visiting the Guelph Storm on December 11, the Oshawa Generals travelling to the nation’s capital to face the Ottawa 67’s on December 18, the Kingston Frontenacs visiting the Sarnia Sting on January 22 and the Windsor Spitfires visiting the Brantford Bulldogs on February 12. The regular season Friday Night Faceoff schedule concludes March 19 when the Barrie Colts visit the Niagara IceDogs.

2026-27 Friday Night Faceoff Schedule

Date	Matchup
Friday, Sept. 18	Owen Sound Attack at Kitchener Rangers
Friday, Sept. 25	Niagara IceDogs at Saginaw Spirit
Friday, Oct. 2	Peterborough Petes at Kingston Frontenacs
Friday, Oct. 9	Owen Sound Attack at Guelph Storm
Friday, Oct. 16	Brampton Steelheads vs. Ottawa 67’s – Cornwall
Friday, Oct. 23	Sarnia Sting at London Knights
Friday, Oct. 30	Peterborough Petes at Kingston Frontenacs
Friday, Nov. 6	Erie Otters at Flint Firebirds
Friday, Nov. 13	Brantford Bulldogs at Guelph Storm
Friday, Nov. 20	Kitchener Rangers at North Bay Battalion
Friday, Nov. 27	Barrie Colts at Sudbury Wolves
Friday, Dec. 4	Soo Greyhounds at Oshawa Generals
Friday, Dec. 11	Saginaw Spirit at Guelph Storm
Friday, Dec. 18	Oshawa Generals at Ottawa 67’s
Friday, Jan. 1	Peterborough Petes at Guelph Storm
Friday, Jan. 8	Windsor Spitfires at Sudbury Wolves
Friday, Jan. 15	Flint Firebirds at Erie Otters
Friday, Jan. 22	Kingston Frontenacs at Sarnia Sting
Friday, Jan. 29	Sudbury Wolves at Saginaw Spirit
Friday, Feb. 5	Brampton Steelheads at London Knights
Friday, Feb. 12	Windsor Spitfires at Brantford Bulldogs
Friday, Feb. 19	North Bay Battalion at Flint Firebirds
Friday, Feb. 26	Owen Sound Attack at London Knights
Friday, Mar. 5	Brampton Steelheads at Ottawa 67’s
Friday, Mar. 12	Brantford Bulldogs at Soo Greyhounds
Friday, Mar. 19	Barrie Colts at Niagara IceDogs

The OHL will maintain flexibility throughout the season to adjust Friday Night Faceoff selections as storylines develop. While the schedule above establishes the League’s planned weekly matchups, games may be flexed during the season to spotlight emerging teams, marquee players, rivalry matchups and games with increased significance in the OHL standings and playoff race. The flexible format will allow Friday Night Faceoff to continue showcasing the League’s most compelling stories as the season unfolds while providing fans with a consistent weekly destination for free OHL hockey. Friday Night Faceoff continues to build on the OHL’s commitment to making its games more accessible to fans. In partnership with FloHockey and the League’s community television partners at YourTV, Rogers tv, and Eastlink Community TV, the weekly showcase brings together local OHL broadcast coverage with free digital distribution throughout the season.

How to Watch Friday Night Faceoff

Friday Night Faceoff is available live and free every Friday across FloHockey’s social platforms. Coverage begins with the Friday Night Faceoff pre-game show at 6:30 p.m. ET, leading into the featured matchup. Fans can watch Friday Night Faceoff free on:

FloHockey YouTube
FloHockey X
FloHockey Facebook

Every OHL regular season and playoff game is also available live and on demand with a FloHockey subscription at FloHockey.tv or through the FloSports app.

Friday Night Faceoff FAQ

What is Friday Night Faceoff? Friday Night Faceoff is the OHL’s weekly featured Friday night broadcast, highlighting one matchup from around the League and making it available live and free to fans. Is Friday Night Faceoff free to watch? Yes. The featured game is streamed live and free across FloHockey’s YouTube, X and Facebook channels. When does Friday Night Faceoff coverage begin? The Friday Night Faceoff pre-game show begins at 6:30 p.m. ET ahead of the featured matchup. Can the Friday Night Faceoff matchup change? Yes. The OHL may flex games during the season to feature emerging storylines, marquee matchups and games with increased significance in the standings or playoff race. Any changes to the published schedule will be communicated in advance through OHL and FloHockey channels. How can I watch every OHL game? Every OHL regular season and playoff game is available live and on demand with a FloHockey subscription. Visit FloHockey.tv or download the FloSports app to watch throughout the season.

Bulldogs sign 10th round pick Bo Christini

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:26:33 +0000

BRANTFORD, ONTARIO - Brantford Bulldogs President of Hockey Operations & General Manager Spencer Hyman has announced the signing of forward Bo Christini to an OHL Scholarship & Development Agreement. Christini, of Collegeville, PA, was originally selected in the 10^th round, 201^st overall by the Bulldogs in the 2026 OHL Priority Selection Draft and has been a standout since arriving. Christini’s performace shouldn’t be too surprising following a tremendous pair of seasons with the Bishop Kearney Selects at the 14U & 15U levels. Posting 21 goals 50 assists for 71 points with the 14U side across 44gp in 2024-25, adding 6 points in 4 games at the 14U Nationals. Christini improved his numbers in his draft season, striking for 29 goals to go along with 49 assists for 78 points in 45gp. Arriving in Brantford with a mission through camp and into the pre-season, Christini recorded a pair of goals and an assist in 3 games while putting 7 shots on goal and skating to a plus-3 rating. Though he stands 5’6”/146, the electric right-winger will remind long time Bulldogs fans of similar young upstarts in Avery Hayes & George Diaco and similar to Diaco’s beginning, Christini will begin his junior career on assignment with the Buffalo Jr. Sabres of the OJHL. “Bo Christini is proof that every pick matters.” said Hyman. “After being selected 201st overall, he came to camp determined to earn this opportunity, and that is exactly what he did. Bo’s work ethic, competitiveness and performance have earned him a Standard Player Agreement with the Bulldogs. He has a bright future with our organization, and we’re excited to support his continued development and watch him thrive with the Buffalo Jr. Sabres this season.”