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OHL Futures Camp Starts Friday at Ridley College

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:00:55 +0000

TORONTO - The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) is set to host the 2026 OHL Futures Camp from Friday, May 1 through Sunday, May 3 at Ridley College in St. Catharines.

The event will feature 120 of the top players from across Ontario and the United States eligible for the 2026 OHL Priority Selection. Players will be divided into six teams—Team Schaefer, Team Cowan, Team Dickinson, Team Sennecke, Team Parekh, and Team Misa—competing in a weekend showcase tournament.

Beyond OHL scouting, the Futures Camp will be utilized by Hockey Canada as an evaluation opportunity for the National Under-17 Program. The weekend will also feature NHL participation, with prospects gaining valuable exposure to NHL Combine-style off-ice fitness testing protocols.

Event Schedule

All on-ice sessions and games will take place at Ridley College's Evans Athletic Centre.

Friday, May 1, 2026 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM: Off-Ice Fitness Testing 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Team On-Ice Practices

Saturday, May 2, 2026 8:00 AM: Game #1 – Team Schaefer vs. Team Misa 10:00 AM: Game #2 – Team Cowan vs. Team Parekh 12:00 PM: Game #3 – Team Dickinson vs. Team Sennecke 2:30 PM: Game #4 – Team Schaefer vs. Team Parekh 4:30 PM: Game #5 – Team Sennecke vs. Team Misa 6:30 PM: Game #6 – Team Cowan vs. Team Dickinson

Sunday, May 3, 2026 8:00 AM: Game #7 – Team Dickinson vs. Team Parekh 10:00 AM: Game #8 – Team Schaefer vs. Team Sennecke 12:00 PM: Game #9 – Team Misa vs. Team Cowan

Futures Camp Rosters

A detailed roster file can be found here

Team Schaefer (Blue)

Goaltenders: Egor Sokolov, Chase Pastor

Defencemen: AJ Foyt, Lucas Cranney, Max Fransen, Kosta Housseas, Colten Sixsmith, Ivan Belikov

Forwards: Brady Nash, Liam Voit, Gavin Murphy, Austin Ottenhof, Jakub Kuklinski, Declan McCotter, Cole Guizzetti, Benjamin Legros, Kash Kwajah, Xavier Carroll, Henry McIntosh, Alexandre Saulnier

Coaches: Brayden Guy (Sarnia Sting), Matt Hogan (Sarnia Sting), Keenan Reynolds (Erie Otters)

Team Cowan (Black)

Goaltenders: Luke Lawson, Tanner Gibson

Defencemen: Nixon Mccaig, Jaden Licastro, Colton Lapierre, Ethan Mears, Jake Hall, Rory Shaughnessy

Forwards: Lauchlan Whelan, Jack Lee, Robbie Knight, Evan Miller, Jace Voortman, Landon Bellchamber, Jackson Zinkie, Braden Reilly, Ronan Quinn, Christian Del Buono, Peter Phelan, Jacob Curic, Ryker Kesler (inj.), Gavin Martin (inj.)

Coaches: Brandon Shaw (Owen Sound Attack), Mason Baptista (Sarnia Sting), Kevin Hess (Guelph Storm)

Team Dickinson (White)

Goaltenders: Mitchell Nouwens, Rylan Da Costa

Defencemen: Gavin Godick, John Kanyo, Marco Cinque, John Montanino, Liam Nelson, Shayden Hintenberger, Lucas Matheson (inj.)

Forwards: Nathan Hewitt, Matthew Taylor, Arjun Nanubhai, Finn Merrill, Kayden Kelly, Joshua Jodoin, Brayden Grima, Henri Packalen, Aaron Petrov, Gavin Springer, Shea Huinink, Evan Bannister

Coaches: Patrick Sanvido (Kingston Frontenacs), Reagan O'Grady (Owen Sound Attack)

Team Sennecke (Grey)

Goaltenders: Marko Mesich, Nolan Hardy

Defencemen: Adrian Sgro, Cooper Ross, Jack Hair, Wyatt Finch, Declan McNally, Turner Stephenson

Forwards: Miles Reilly, Joseph Fenwick, Brody Brown, Emry Lowe, Michael Pacek, Trent Clow, Jack Samek, Innis Robinson, Shayne Keefe, Finley Butler, Roman Shtefan, Brody Schulz (inj.)

Coaches: Scott Wray (Owen Sound Attack), James Kennedy (Brantford Bulldogs)

Team Parekh (Red)

Goaltenders: Owen Loftus, Cohen O'Neill

Defencemen: Rylan Aufderheide, Colin MacCormack, Shane Roche, Ryan Beaulieu, Brayden Barkic, Drew Hulbert

Forwards: Quinn Roberts, Evan Fitzgerald, Kyler Lauder, Landon Roulston, Michael Warner, Jake Readings, Cole Krottner, Ethan Bridges, Jax Martin, Porter Matchett, Logan Prud'Homme, Leo Parini

Coaches: Brian McLaughlin (Windsor Spitfires), Mark Seidel (Windsor Spitfires)

Team Misa (Yellow)

Goaltenders: Lukas Butler, Kaiden Harper

Defencemen: Brayden Jaravata, Kade O'Rourke, Marc Ruggere, Jay Nimchonok, Sebastien Fortin, Johnny Tait

Forwards: Drew Bate, Nathan Slack, Roman Vanacker, Ryder Nobes, Andrew Laurin, Matthew Zilinski, Gabriel Barakat, Finn Ellery, MJ Campbell, Mason Quinn, Cole Coristine, Nick Lawniczak

Coaches: Scott Simmonds (Guelph Storm), Brian Prout (Saginaw Spirit)

Former OHL Executive Misha Donskov to Lead Team Canada as Head Coach at 2026 Men’s Worlds and 2027 World Juniors

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:15:31 +0000

CALGARY, Alberta – Hockey Canada has announced that Misha Donskov will serve as head coach at three marquee events through the 2026-27 season as part of his expanded role in hockey operations. Donskov will serve as head coach of Canada’s National Men’s Team and Canada’s National Junior Team while building the coaching staffs for both teams, beginning with his international head coaching debut at the 2026 IIHF World Championship in Zürich and Fribourg, Switzerland. He will also lead the team at the 2027 edition of the event in Düsseldorf and Mannheim, Germany, and will take the reins as head coach at the 2027 IIHF World Junior Championship, which returns to Canadian ice in Edmonton and Red Deer, Alberta, in December 2026. Hired as vice-president of hockey operations and men’s national team coach on June 27, 2025, Donskov will expand his role in this position and will implement the vision and technical strategies for Hockey Canada’s men’s, women’s, and para hockey teams while strengthening alignment between the organization’s hockey and business operations staff. “Misha is an integral member of our hockey operations staff, and his contributions to successful teams at Hockey Canada over the years, as well as his NHL and OHL coaching and front office experience, make him the perfect fit to lead our National Men’s Team and National Junior Team as head coach starting next month,” said Scott Salmond, senior vice-president of high performance and hockey operations. “Misha is a world-class coach, and we are fortunate to have him building the coaching and support staffs that will put us in a position to win multiple gold medals at two of the marquee events on the international hockey calendar.” Previously, Donskov was an assistant coach with the Dallas Stars for two seasons (2023-25), and spent more than three years (2020-23) as an assistant and four (2016-20) as director of hockey operations with the Vegas Golden Knights, winning the Stanley Cup in 2023. Internationally, he won a silver medal at the 2026 Olympic Winter Games and gold at the 4 Nations Face-Off as an assistant coach, as well as IIHF World Championship gold medals as video coach (2015) and assistant coach (2016). Donskov has also won gold and bronze at the 2015 and 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship, respectively, serving as video coach (2015) and associate coach (2026), as well as bronze at the 2014 IIHF U18 Men’s World Championship as video coach. He also won the 2016 World Cup of Hockey as an assistant, the 2019 Spengler Cup as director of hockey operations and assistant coach, and the 2013 Memorial of Ivan Hlinka as video coach. Donskov also spent five seasons in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) with the London Knights (2009-12) and Ottawa 67s (2012-14), highlighted by an OHL championship as London’s assistant general manager and assistant coach in 2012. In addition to his coaching and management career, Donskov has extensive experience in hockey development, including previous NHL roles with the Columbus Blue Jackets and Atlanta Thrashers. “Representing Canada on the international stage is a huge honour, and I am grateful for the opportunity to lead Canada’s National Men’s Team and Canada’s National Junior Team as head coach at three marquee world championships,” Donskov said. “I look forward to continuing to work closely with my colleagues in hockey operations and throughout Hockey Canada, as well as coaches and staff throughout the National Hockey League and Canadian Hockey League, to build teams and programs that give us the best chance to win gold medals.” Canada’s National Men’s Team coaching staff for the 2026 IIHF World Championship will be announced in the coming days, while the coaching staff for Canada’s National Junior Team will be announced at a later date. For more information on Hockey Canada, please visit HockeyCanada.ca, or follow along through social media on Facebook, X, Instagram and TikTok.

From the O to the Pros: OHL Alumni Weekly Round-Up (Apr. 29, 2026)

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:40:22 +0000

The Ontario Hockey League continues to make its mark at the professional level, with alumni delivering standout performances in both the Stanley Cup Playoffs and the Calder Cup Playoffs. With the NHL in the midst of a tightly contested first round and the AHL advancing into the divisional semifinals, OHL graduates are stepping up in crucial moments. Here’s a look at the top alumni storylines from the latest postseason action. Feature Stories of the Week (NHL) Porter Martone (Sarnia Sting/Mississauga/Brampton Steelheads) Is making an immediate impact in his first taste of NHL playoff action, becoming the first teenager in league history to score the game-winning goal in each of his first two postseason games. He also became the youngest Philadelphia Flyers player (19 years, 174 days) to score in his playoff debut, while becoming the first teenager since 2018 to record goals in each of their first two career postseason contests. https://twitter.com/NHL/status/2045696416752775538 Scott Wedgewood (Plymouth Whalers) Has delivered a composed and historic start to his playoff career, becoming the first goaltender in franchise history to record a win in each of his first three postseason starts. His debut was equally notable, as he became the third-oldest goaltender (33 years, 248 days) in NHL history to earn a win in his first career playoff appearance. https://twitter.com/NHL/status/2046796369021546765 Connor McDavid (Erie Otters) Is once again at the centre of postseason history, reaching 50 multi-point playoff games in just 100 career contests, the third-fastest pace in NHL history. He also continues to showcase his chemistry with Leon Draisaitl, assisting on his teammate’s goal for the 29th time in the playoffs, for the fifth-most such connections in league history. Capping off his standout campaign, McDavid has also been named a finalist for the Ted Lindsay Award. https://twitter.com/NHLPR/status/2048617756015104419 Feature Stories of the Week (AHL) Ilya Protas (Windsor Spitfires) Earned AHL Rookie of the Month honours for April following a dominant stretch that saw him record 11 points (2-9–11) in just six games with Hershey, highlighted by a five-assist, six-point performance on Apr. 4. His strong play carried over to the NHL, where he was recalled by the Washington Capitals and made his debut on Apr. 8, picking up an assist before adding a goal and two assists on Apr. 11. After a four-game stint in Washington, Protas returned to Hershey and played a key role in helping the Bears clinch a Calder Cup Playoff berth, recording two assists in the decisive victory before closing out the regular season with a goal and an assist. https://twitter.com/TheHersheyBears/status/2027590980669706459 Braeden Bowman (Guelph Storm) Picked up right where he left off upon returning from the NHL, tallying 14 points (5-9–14) in eight games with Henderson after spending nearly five months with the Vegas Golden Knights. Bowman recorded at least a point in all eight contests, including three game-winning goals, and delivered a standout four-point performance on Apr. 4, capped by the game-winner with 15.7 seconds remaining to secure a playoff berth for the Silver Knights. He continued his offensive surge with a multi-goal effort in a road win over Coachella Valley, followed by consecutive multi-point outings. https://twitter.com/TheAHL/status/2046318016304922674 Additional Alumni Notes

Jason Robertson (Kingston/Niagara) – Became the second player in franchise history with a four-game postseason-opening goal streak.
Taylor Hall (Windsor) – Became the second player in franchise history with a point streak of four or more games to start a single postseason.
Beckett Sennecke (Oshawa) – Became the third rookie in franchise history to score a go-ahead goal in the third period of a playoff game.
Wyatt Johnston (Windsor) – Scored his sixth career postseason winning goal and is now tied for the sixth most in franchise history.
Jamie Drysdale (Erie) – Became the fifth defenseman in franchise history to score in his Stanley Cup postseason debut.
Brady Martin (Soo) – Scored his first professional goal.

🔗 View the full list of OHL alumni currently playing in the NHL and AHL

2026 OHL Awards – Mickey Renaud Captain’s Trophy Finalists

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:00:23 +0000

TORONTO - The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) today announced finalists for the Mickey Renaud Captain's Trophy, an award that recognizes the OHL team captain that best exemplifies leadership on and off the ice, with a passion and dedication to the game of hockey in his community. Nomination forms are submitted annually by OHL General Managers on behalf of their individual team captains. The selection committee consists of a panel of four, representing media from each OHL division. This year's Mickey Renaud Captain's Trophy Finalists include: Jake O'Brien (C, Brantford Bulldogs) Following in the footsteps of great Bulldogs captains in Lawson Sherk and Patrick Thomas, Jake O'Brien had a tremendous season, leading the OHL in points-per-game with 1.75. The Bulldogs' career record-holder in assists (182) and points (255), O'Brien has been a regular attendee of school visits, engaging students on the importance of being a good teammate, a leader, and encouraging them to pursue their dreams. He's also participated in visits to the Brant County Hospital, organized team charitable donations and with Vintage Apparel co., used his NHL Draft status in 2025 to lead a charitable campaign selling shirts and donating the proceeds. The former OHL Cup MVP was chosen eighth overall by the Seattle Kraken in the 2025 NHL Draft. Nathan Aspinall (LW, Flint Firebirds) Setting a new Flint Firebirds single season assist record with 61, Nathan Aspinall wore the 'C' for the most successful season in the club's 10-year history. The 6-foot-7, 207Ib. winger demonstrated a unique ability to elevate those around him and make his teammates better through both his performance and communication. From a 29-game rookie season in 2022-23 that saw him as a healthy scratch on many nights, Aspinall's positivity, determination and commitment to improvement have seen him develop into one of the League's premier power forwards. Throughout the season, Aspinall participated in charitable events including ball hockey initiatives, hospital visits, fan engagement opportunities and youth hockey practices. He consistently took time to sign autographs, take photos and connect with fans and his positive attitude makes him an outstanding ambassador for the Firebirds organization and the OHL. Aspinall was a fifth round pick of the New York Rangers in the 2024 NHL Draft. Brady Martin (C, Soo Greyhounds) Producing a point-per-game through an injury-shortened season, Nashville Predators first round pick Brady Martin won a bronze medal with Canada at the 2026 World Juniors, and provided leadership for the Soo Greyhounds, who won 39 games in 2025-26. Exemplifying the values of hard work, respect, humility and perseverance formed through his upbringing on the family farm in Elmira, ON, Martin has been instrumental in carrying-on a culture of excellence in Sault Ste. Marie. This season, Martin participated in a community initiative inspired by the Hounds' Academic Advisors that saw him make weekly visits to the Great Northern Retirement Home to interact with the seniors living there. He enjoyed playing cards and talking with the residents, building relationships throughout the season. Martin was also part of visits to a daycare centre to interact with three and four-year-olds, reading a Robert Munsch hockey book before playing mini sticks with the children. Whether it's on the ice or out in the community, Martin takes pride in being a Greyhound. Liam Greentree (LW, Windsor Spitfires) Last year's recipient of the Mickey Renaud Captain's Trophy, Liam Greentree continued to lead the way for the Spitfires, who emerged as West Division champions for a second straight season. With his rights dealt to the New York Rangers midway through the season in a deal that saw Los Angeles acquire forward Artemi Panarin, Greentree finished his fourth OHL campaign with 74 points (38-36--74) over 52 games and won a bronze medal with Canada at the 2026 World Juniors. The first player to arrive at the rink and the last one to leave, Greentree took the step of being more involved in the community this past season. In addition to volunteering at minor hockey practices, he took a lead role in the team's participation in the Goodfellows paper drive, helping raise $2500 to support local people in need of assistance with food and housing. Greentree finished the season third in Spitfires franchise all-time goal-scoring with 148 over his four-year career.

OHL Alumni – Beyond the Rink: Steve Bisson

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:53:37 +0000

Former OHL Team(s): Soo Greyhounds, Cornwall Royals, NorthBay Centennials Years in the OHL: 1985-1989 Current Occupation: Territory Sales Representative Steve Bisson’s journey from the Ontario Hockey League to the wine and spirits industry is one built on discipline, passion, and a commitment to continuous growth. After his time in the OHL, Bisson continued to play hockey at the professional level, appearing in a few games in the American Hockey League (AHL) with the Sherbrooke Canadiens and later in the International Hockey League with the Fort Wayne Komets. From the Ice to Industry “I had always wanted to get into the Wine & Spirits business, so I studied to become a sommelier. This helped me to get into the industry.” That decision led him to Algonquin College, where he pursued his sommelier certification while continuing to build on his academic foundation. A Student of the Game and Beyond Bisson’s time in the OHL helped shape both his athletic and academic mindset. “I had been a dedicated student in the OHL. Once I was done with high school, I began taking university courses.” Today, he applies that same discipline in his role as a Territory Sales Representative, working closely with licensees and LCBO locations to develop product listings and organize tastings with staff and ownership groups. Shaped by the Game For Bisson, the lessons learned in the OHL continue to influence his everyday life. “One of the greatest values that still impacts me today is discipline and dedication to your craft. Always wanting to get better.” Those habits, developed during his junior career, have remained a constant in both his professional and personal pursuits. A Memorable Moment “Probably my fondest memory is getting a hat trick as a defenceman in my third year in Cornwall against the Toronto Marlies.” An Enduring Influence Bisson credits former assistant coach Brent Loney as someone who had a lasting impact on his career. “He was always positive and helpful, but truly wanted me to be successful. He gave me the confidence I needed to succeed. We are close friends even today.” A Lifelong Brotherhood Even years removed from his playing days, Bisson values the relationships formed through the OHL. “It’s a great opportunity to run into former players and stay in touch. It’s such a close-knit fraternity. We all enjoy hearing from each other.” Life Today Away from work, Bisson continues to stay active, carrying forward the same lifestyle he developed as an athlete. “I play pickup hockey, work out at the gym, and play tennis and pickleball. I’m extremely active, and I think it’s because that’s what I was always used to when I was young.” Above all, his greatest pride lies with his family. “Today, I’m most proud of my two sons, Ben and Cam. They’ve grown up to be such great human beings. Both are engaged, so extremely exciting times.” Advice for the Next Generation “Follow your passion with dedication, hard work and commitment. Those three words will help you in achieving your goals and showing employers your true worth.”

Haoxi Wang Selected to Team China’s Roster for 2026 IIHF World Championship

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:30:23 +0000

China has unveiled its 2026 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship Division I, Group B tournament roster, which includes Niagara IceDogs defenceman Haoxi Wang, marking his international debut for China. Wang appeared in 57 games this past season between the Oshawa Generals and Niagara IceDogs, recording 26 points (6-20–26) from the blueline. He was also selected in the second round (33rd overall) by the San Jose Sharks in last summer’s NHL Draft, becoming the highest Chinese-born player ever selected. He is set to join Boston University in the NCAA next season. Hosting the tournament, China opened play on Wednesday morning, falling 7-4 to South Korea, with Wang scoring in the loss. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The 2026 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship Division I, Group B is set to take place from April 29-May 5, in Shenzhen, China, where six nations – Romania, South Korea, Estonia, China, Spain, and the Netherlands – will compete for promotion. For more information on the 2026 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship Division I, Group B, please visit the official tournament website at IIHF.com.

Schedule announced for 2026 OHL Championship Series Presented by Nissan

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:57:36 +0000

TORONTO - The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) has officially announced the schedule for the 2026 OHL Championship Series presented by Nissan. The League's top two teams will battle for the 114th J. Ross Robertson Cup, with all the highly anticipated action set to be broadcast on TSN and streaming live on FloHockey. The stage is currently being set in the penultimate round of the playoffs, as four teams vie for their spot in the Championship Series. Western Conference Championship Series (Wayne Gretzky Trophy): The Kitchener Rangers and Windsor Spitfires enter tonight's Game 4 in Windsor with the Rangers currently holding a 2-1 series lead. Eastern Conference Championship Series (Bobby Orr Trophy): The Brantford Bulldogs defeated the Barrie Colts 6-1 in Tuesday's Game 4, taking a commanding 3-1 series lead. Regardless of which two teams advance to the final round, the dates for the championship clash are locked in. Schedule for the 2026 OHL Championship Series presented by Nissan (Host cities and exact matchups to be determined upon the conclusion of the Conference Championships) Game 1: Wednesday, May 6 at 7:00pm Game 2: Friday, May 8 at 7:00pm Game 3: Sunday, May 10 at 6:00pm Game 4: Tuesday, May 12 at 7:00pm Game 5: Thursday, May 14 at 7:00pm (if necessary) Game 6: Saturday, May 16 at 6:00pm (if necessary) Game 7: Monday, May 18 – Time TBA (if necessary) Additional broadcast details will be announced in the coming days

Seven OHL-Affiliated Players Capture the Buckland Cup with Toronto Patriots

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:18:11 +0000

Seven OHL-affiliated players captured the Ontario Junior Hockey League (OJHL) title on Saturday, winning the Buckland Cup with the Toronto Patriots. The Patriots secured the championship in Game 5 of the best-of-seven series, earning a decisive 5-2 victory. Newmarket opened the scoring with a power-play goal from Lucas Teixeira (Guelph/Oshawa) in the first period, but the Patriots quickly answered with a tally from Tommy Karmiris (Brantford) and never trailed again. Cole Cooksey (Niagara) extended the lead with his 15th goal of the postseason, while Tate Collins (Barrie) sealed the win with an empty-net marker in the final minutes. With the victory, the Patriots advance to the 2026 Centennial Cup, representing the OJHL on the national stage in Summerside, Prince Edward Island, from May 7-17. Toronto will compete against champions from the eight other CJHL member leagues, along with host Summerside Western Capitals, for the National Junior A Championship. Players with OHL Ties on Toronto Patriots

Tate Collins (Barrie)
Bodhi Ryan (Sudbury)
Tommy Karmiris (Brantford)
Luke Howard (Barrie)
Cole Cooksey (Niagara)
Kyle Morey (Kitchener/Barrie)
Nico Armellin (Barrie)

https://twitter.com/OJHLOfficial/status/2048446595402797321

Greyhounds and John Dean mutually agree to part ways

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:57:21 +0000

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Soo Greyhounds Hockey Club announced today that the organization and Head Coach John Dean have mutually agreed to part ways.

Dean served as Head Coach of the Greyhounds since originally being hired by the club on July 12, 2018, and played an important role in the development of the team both on and off the ice during his tenure.

He served as the franchise’s longest-serving Head Coach (8 years, 7 seasons) while guiding the Hounds to an overall regular season record of 245-178-31-18 in 472 games.

“We would like to thank John for his time as our Head Coach and the impact he had on our players and organization,” said General Manager Kyle Raftis. “He carried himself as a true professional every day and made a lasting impression on so many of our players and staff through his passion and work ethic. As his coaching career continues, there is little doubt he will go on to do great things. We wish him nothing but the best moving forward.”

Tim Lukenda, President and Governor, added, “John is a high character individual that represented our organization well at all times. We appreciated John’s passion and dedication and wish him personal and professional success as he moves forward to his next opportunity.”

The organization will begin the process of identifying its next Head Coach immediately.

Further updates will be provided as they become available.

OHL mourns the loss of John Garrett

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:00:06 +0000

The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) is deeply saddened by the passing of former Memorial Cup champion Peterborough Petes goaltender, long-time NHL netminder, and beloved hockey broadcaster John Garrett. He was 74.

Born in Trenton, ON, Garrett’s journey through the game took a foundational step in Peterborough, where he developed his skills with the Petes, was a two-time OHA Goaltender of the Year and won a Memorial Cup title before turning professional in 1971.

Garrett went on to enjoy a 13-season professional career spanning both the World Hockey Association (WHA) and the National Hockey League (NHL). He played for the Hartford Whalers, Quebec Nordiques, and Vancouver Canucks, consistently stopping shots from some of the most prolific forwards and defencemen of his era. A memorable highlight of his playing days came in 1983 when he was named the Canucks' lone representative at the NHL All-Star Game.

Following his retirement from the crease in 1985, Garrett seamlessly transitioned into the broadcast booth, where he truly became a household name. Affectionately known as "Cheech," his encyclopedic hockey knowledge and authentic warmth endeared him to fans from coast to coast. Over a broadcasting career spanning four decades, he served as a premier colour commentator for Hockey Night in Canada and Sportsnet, becoming the definitive voice of the Vancouver Canucks for over 20 years.

The entire OHL extends its thoughts and condolences to the Garrett family and all those who loved John.