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Pats Sign Montreal Canadiens Prospect Parker Trottier

Dante De Caria — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:30:31 +0000

Regina, Sask. – The Regina Pats Hockey Club is proud to announce the signing of forward Parker Trottier to a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement.

Trottier, 18, was selected by the Montreal Canadiens in the sixth round (189th overall) of the 2026 NHL Draft this past weekend. The 6-foot-1, 185-pound left-shot forward joins the Pats after spending the 2025-26 season with the U.S. National Under-18 Team, recording 27 points (11 goals, 16 assists) in 61 games.

A native of Edina, Minnesota, Trottier is committed to the University of Notre Dame and was originally selected by the Pats with the 12th overall pick in the 2023 WHL U.S. Priority Draft. Prior to joining USA Hockey's National Team Development Program, he developed at Shattuck-St. Mary's, one of the premier hockey programs in the United States, from 2022-24.

Trottier also has deep Saskatchewan roots. He is the grandson of Hockey Hall of Famer Bryan Trottier, the Val Marie, Sask. product who captured six Stanley Cups during his legendary NHL career. Bryan also played junior hockey in the WHL with the Swift Current Broncos and Lethbridge Broncos.

"We're thrilled to welcome Parker and his family to the Regina Pats organization," said Pats General Manager Dale Derkatch. "Parker plays a fast, direct game and is an exceptionally intelligent player. He's the type of player who can contribute in every situation. He competes hard, is responsible in all three zones, and does a lot of the little things that help teams win. We're excited to see him continue his development in Regina."

The Regina Pats welcome Parker and the entire Trottier family to the organization.

Regina Pats Announce 2026-27 WHL Regular Season Schedule

Dante De Caria — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:04:48 +0000

Regina, Sask. – The Regina Pats Hockey Club, in conjunction with the Western Hockey League, announced Tuesday the club's 2026-27 regular season schedule.

The Pats will open the 2026-27 campaign on Friday, September 18, when they travel to the Art Hauser Centre to take on the Prince Albert Raiders.

Regina begins the season with its first two games on the road, visiting the Brandon Wheat Kings on Friday, September 25. The Pats will then return to the Brandt Centre for their home opener on Sunday, September 27, welcoming the Swift Current Broncos for a 2 p.m. puck drop.

The 2026-27 regular season consists of 68 games, including 34 home dates at the Brandt Centre. Regina's home schedule features:

1 game in September
5 games in October
4 games in November
7 games in December
6 games in January
6 games in February
5 games in March

The Pats will conclude the regular season with a home-and-home series against the Brandon Wheat Kings, beginning on Friday, March 26 in Brandon before closing out the regular season at the Brandt Centre on Saturday, March 27.

2026-27 Home Schedule

September

Sunday, September 27 vs. Swift Current (2:00 p.m.)

October

Friday, October 9 vs. Prince Albert
Friday, October 16 vs. Medicine Hat
Wednesday, October 21 vs. Seattle
Friday, October 23 vs. Moose Jaw
Tuesday, October 27 vs. Everett

November

Sunday, November 1 vs. Lethbridge
Friday, November 6 vs. Brandon
Friday, November 13 vs. Portland
Saturday, November 14 vs. Wenatchee

December

Friday, December 4 vs. Swift Current
Saturday, December 5 vs. Saskatoon
Tuesday, December 8 vs. Red Deer
Friday, December 11 vs. Saskatoon
Sunday, December 13 vs. Edmonton
Friday, December 18 vs. Moose Jaw
Tuesday, December 29 vs. Brandon

January

Friday, January 1 vs. Prince Albert
Friday, January 8 vs. Spokane
Saturday, January 9 vs. Tri-City
Friday, January 22 vs. Calgary
Sunday, January 24 vs. Moose Jaw
Saturday, January 30 vs. Lethbridge

February

Wednesday, February 3 vs. Swift Current
Friday, February 12 vs. Calgary
Friday, February 19 vs. Brandon
Tuesday, February 23 vs. Medicine Hat
Saturday, February 27 vs. Red Deer
Sunday, February 28 vs. Prince Albert

March

Friday, March 12 vs. Edmonton
Sunday, March 14 vs. Moose Jaw
Wednesday, March 17 vs. Saskatoon
Saturday, March 20 vs. Prince Albert
Saturday, March 27 vs. Brandon

Additional information regarding season tickets, single-game tickets and the club's promotional schedule will be announced at a later date.

Pats Select Three Players In 2026 CHL Import Draft

Dante De Caria — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:48:26 +0000

Regina, Sask. - The Regina Pats added a trio of talented European prospects to the organization on Wednesday, selecting defencemen Ossi Tukio (Finland) and Tomas Cermak (Czechia), along with forward Samuel Karsay (Slovakia), in the 2026 CHL Import Draft. Leading the way was Tukio, who was chosen in the first round with the 18th overall selection. The smooth-skating Finnish defenceman headlines a class that also includes the mobile, physical Cermak in the second round and the high-motor, two-way forward Karsay in the third round. Ossi Tukio | 1st Round, #18 Overall | Tampere, Finland

Tukio, 18, was selected by the Pats with the 18th pick in the 2026 CHL Import Draft. The 6-foot-2, 187-pound left-shot defenceman from Tampere, Finland, captained Ilves' U20 team in the U20 SM-sarja during the 2025-26 season, recording 25 points (9G-16A) in 34 games. He helped lead Ilves to a second-place finish while ranking as the league's second-highest scoring draft-eligible defenceman during the regular season.

The son of former New York Islanders draft pick and longtime Liiga defenceman Arto Tukio, Tukio also logged top-pairing minutes for Finland's U20 national team during the spring, positioning himself as a strong candidate for a spot on Finland's roster for the 2027 IIHF World Junior Championship. Ahead of the 2026 NHL Draft, Tukio was ranked 45th among European skaters by NHL Central Scouting. "Ossi is a smooth-skating defenceman who moves the puck exceptionally well, whether it's carrying it out of the zone or making a crisp first pass," said Regina Pats GM Dale Derkatch. "He has a strong offensive instinct, likes to join the rush and create scoring opportunities for both himself and his teammates. He's a player who can contribute on the power play and brings another dynamic element to our blue line." Tomas Cermak | 2nd Round, #85 Overall | Plzen, Czechia Cermak, 18, was selected by the Pats with the 85th pick in the 2026 CHL Import Draft. The 6-foot-3, 190-pound left-shot defenceman from Plzeň, Czechia, spent the 2025-26 season with BK Mladá Boleslav U20 in the Czech U20 league, recording 15 points (5G-10A) in 48 games. Cermak was ranked 82nd among European skaters by NHL Central Scouting ahead of the 2026 NHL Draft. "Tomas is an aggressive defenceman who competes hard in all three zones," said Regina Pats GM Dale Derkatch. "He's a very mobile player for his size and makes life difficult on opposing forwards with the way he defends around the net and battles in the corners. His combination of mobility, physicality and reach allows him to close gaps quickly, disrupt plays in open ice and win battles along the boards. We feel he has the tools to be a dependable two-way defenceman." Samuel Karsay | 3rd Round, #146 Overall | Ilava, Slovakia Karsay, 18, was selected by the Pats in the third round (146th overall) of the 2026 CHL Import Draft. The 6-foot-1, 172-pound left winger from Ilava, Slovakia, split the 2025-26 season between HK Spartak Dubnica in Slovakia's second division and HK Dukla Trenčín U20. In 11 games with Trenčín's U20 club, the 2008-born forward recorded seven points (four goals, three assists). He was also ranked 63rd among European skaters by NHL Central Scouting ahead of the 2026 NHL Draft. Internationally, Karsay helped Slovakia capture a silver medal at the 2026 IIHF U18 World Championship. "Samuel is a quick, competitive two-way forward who plays with a high motor every shift," said Regina Pats GM Dale Derkatch. "He's an excellent skater who applies relentless pressure on defenders with his forecheck and competes hard in all three zones. Offensively, he has a knack for finding scoring areas and is a dangerous finisher, particularly off the rush where he creates quality scoring chances. He's also a very responsible player away from the puck, and his leadership qualities are evident, having served as captain of Slovakia's national team at his age level."

Hamilton Invited to Dallas Stars Development Camp

Dante De Caria — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 17:31:20 +0000

Regina, Sask. - The Regina Pats are proud to congratulate defenceman Reese Hamilton on being invited to the Dallas Stars' 2026 Development Camp.

The four-day camp will run from June 29 through July 2 at Comerica Center in Frisco, Texas, and will feature 35 players, including 22 forwards, nine defencemen, and four goaltenders.

Hamilton, 19, is coming off a career season with the Pats after recording career highs in points (43) and assists (36), while adding seven goals in 67 games during the 2025-26 campaign. The Whitewood, Sask. product also finished the season with a +6 rating, establishing himself as one of Regina's top blueliners.

The 6-foot, 181-pound left-shot defenceman has now earned invitations to three NHL camps over the past calendar year. Hamilton attended the Seattle Kraken Development Camp following the 2025 season before taking part in the Winnipeg Jets Rookie Camp last fall. His invitation to Dallas marks another opportunity to showcase his continued development at the professional level.

The Regina Pats congratulate Reese on this well-deserved opportunity and wish him the best of luck at Dallas Stars Development Camp.

37 Western Hockey League players and two alumni selected in 2026 NHL Draft

Dante De Caria — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:16:45 +0000

WHL LEADS ALL LEAGUES WITH FOUR DEVELOPED PLAYERS SELECTED IN TOP 10 AND 22 PLAYERS IN FIRST THREE ROUNDS; TIGERS ALUMNUS MCKENNA GOES FIRST OVERALL TO TORONTO

Buffalo, N.Y. – The Western Hockey League announced today 37 players and two alumni have been selected in the 2026 NHL Draft, held Friday and Saturday at KeyBank Center in Buffalo.

The 106 Canadian Hockey League players selected in the 2026 NHL Draft is the highest total since 2010. Of the 224 players selected in the 2026 NHL Draft, 106 came from the CHL, representing 47.3 per cent of all players chosen. Of the 106 players selected from the CHL, 36.8 per cent hail from the WHL.

Since the 1967 NHL Amateur draft 2,268 players have been selected out of the WHL, including 360 first-round selections.

PLAYER ASSETS – ACTION PHOTOS & HIGHLIGHTS PHOTOS – 2026 NHL Draft (Credit to Natalie Shaver / CHL) MEDIA AVAILS

For the second time in three drafts, the WHL boasts four players selected in the top 10 of the NHL Draft. This also serves as the second consecutive NHL Draft in which the WHL has led or tied for the most first-round players selected among any development league. The 2025 NHL Draft featured nine WHL players chosen in the first round.

With 22 players selected through the first three rounds of the 2026 NHL Draft, the WHL led all development leagues.

Former WHL Player of the Year Gavin McKenna (Medicine Hat Tigers) was selected first overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs, followed by Prince Albert Raiders defenceman Daxon Rudolph going to the Buffalo Sabres with the fourth pick. Prince George Cougars blueliner Carson Carels was called by the Calgary Flames with the sixth-overall selection and former Victoria Royals rearguard Keaton Verhoeff rounded out the group after being chosen ninth overall by the San Jose Sharks.

The first round concluded with a run of WHL players, including Ryan Lin going 21st overall to the San Jose Sharks, Liam Ruck selected 22nd overall by the Pittsburgh Penguins, and JP Hurlbert hearing his name called 23rd overall by the Detroit Red Wings.

The second round of the 2026 NHL Draft featured eight WHL players, including Chase Harrington (Spokane Chiefs), Matias Vanhanen (Everett Silvertips), Markus Ruck (Pittsburgh Penguins), Mathis Preston (Anaheim Ducks), Brek Liske (Philadelphia Flyers), Timofei Runtso (Montreal Canadiens), Jakub Vanecek (Dallas Stars), and Benjamin MacBeath (New York Rangers).

The Medicine Hat Tigers led all WHL Clubs with five players selected in the 2026 NHL Draft, including McKenna, the Ruck twins, Yaroslav Bryzgalov (Vancouver Canucks), and Jonas Woo (Columbus Blue Jackets).

The Edmonton Oil Kings, Portland Winterhawks, Prince Albert Raiders, Saskatoon Blades, and Vancouver Giants each finished with three players selected. The Brandon Wheat Kings, Everett Silvertips, Prince George Cougars, Seattle Thunderbirds, Spokane Chiefs, and Victoria Royals each had two players selected.

In total, 19 of 23 WHL teams had at least one player chosen in the 2026 NHL Draft.

The 2026 NHL Draft serves as the 18th time in the past 20 years the WHL has seen five or more players selected in the first round of the NHL Draft.

2026 NHL Draft – WHL Developed Players

Overall – Player (Pos.) – NHL Team; WHL Team; Hometown

Round One (7)

#1 – Gavin McKenna (F) – Toronto Maple Leafs; Medicine Hat Tigers*; Whitehorse, Yukon #4 – Daxon Rudolph (D) – Buffalo Sabres; Prince Albert Raiders; Lacombe, Alta. #6 – Carson Carels (D) – Calgary Flames; Prince George Cougars; Cypress River, Man. #9 – Keaton Verhoeff (D) – San Jose Sharks; Victoria Royals*; Fort Saskatchewan, Alta. #21 – Ryan Lin (D) – San Jose Sharks; Vancouver Giants; Richmond, B.C. #22 – Liam Ruck (F) – Pittsburgh Penguins; Medicine Hat Tigers; Osoyoos, B.C. #23 – JP Hurlbert (F) – Detroit Red Wings; Kamloops Blazers; Allen, Texas

Round Two (8)

#36 – Chase Harrington (F) – Calgary Flames; Spokane Chiefs; Prince George, B.C. #37 – Matias Vanhanen (F) – New Jersey Devils; Everett Silvertips; Nokia, Finland #39 – Markus Ruck (F) – Pittsburgh Penguins; Medicine Hat Tigers; Osoyoos, B.C. #50 – Mathis Preston (F) – Anaheim Ducks; Vancouver Giants; Penticton, B.C. #53 – Brek Liske (D) – Philadelphia Flyers; Everett Silvertips; Beausejour, Man. #57 – Timofei Runtso (D) – Montreal Canadiens; Victoria Royals; Marina del Rey, Calif. #59 – Jakub Vanecek (D) – Dallas Stars; Tri-City Americans; Humpolec, Czechia #64 – Benjamin MacBeath (D) – New York Rangers; Calgary Hitmen; Calgary, Alta.

Round Three (7)

#65 – Joe Iginla (F) – Calgary Flames; Vancouver Giants; Lake Country, B.C. #68 – Zachary Lansard (F) – Carolina Hurricanes; Regina Pats; Ste. Anne, Man. #69 – Ethan MacKenzie (D) – Toronto Maple Leafs; Edmonton Oil Kings; Peachland, B.C. #73 – Zach Olsen (F) – Toronto Maple Leafs; Saskatoon Blades; Calgary, Alta. #74 – Beckett Hamilton (F) – Colorado Avalanche; Red Deer Rebels; Saskatoon, Sask. #79 – Michal Orsulak (G) – Detroit Red Wings; Prince Albert Raiders; Tremosna, Czechia #95 – Sean Burick (D) – Vegas Golden Knights; Penticton Vees; San Clemente, Calif.

Round Four (7)

#97 – Yaroslav Bryzgalov (F) – Vancouver Canucks; Medicine Hat Tigers; Minsk, Belarus #101 – Tyus Sparks (F) – Washington Capitals; Spokane Chiefs; Meridian, Idaho #112 – Kayden Lemire (F) – Minnesota Wild; Prince George Cougars; Edmonton, Alta. #113 – Jonah Sivertson (F) – Vegas Golden Knights; Prince Albert Raiders; Regina, Sask. #117 – Brayden Klimpke (D) – Montreal Canadiens; Saskatoon Blades; Calgary, Alta. #120 – Marek Sklenicka (G) – Philadelphia Flyers; Seattle Thunderbirds; Litvinov, Czechia #126 – Tobias Tvrznik (G) – Colorado Avalanche; Wenatchee Wild; Litomerice, Czechia

Round Five (5)

#137 – Filip Ruzicka (G) – Minnesota Wild; Brandon Wheat Kings; Trinec, Czechia #142 – Parker Snell (G) – Columbus Blue Jackets; Edmonton Oil Kings; St. Albert, Alta. #153 – Giorgos Pantelas (D) – Los Angeles Kings; Brandon Wheat Kings; Victoria, B.C. #158 – Cooper Williams (F) – Toronto Maple Leafs; Saskatoon Blades; Calgary, Alta. #159 – Will McLaughlin (D) – Vegas Golden Knights; Portland Winterhawks; Canmore, Alta.

Round Six (4)

#172 – Luke Wilfley (F) – New Jersey Devils; Portland Winterhawks; Englewood, Colo. #174 – Jake Gustafson (F) – San Jose Sharks; Portland Winterhawks; San Jose, Calif. #185 – Jonas Woo (D) – Columbus Blue Jackets; Medicine Hat Tigers; Winnipeg, Man. #192 – Noah Kosick (F) – Anaheim Ducks; Seattle Thunderbirds; Victoria, B.C.

Round Seven (1)

#199 – Alofa Tunoa Ta’amu (D) – Winnipeg Jets; Edmonton Oil Kings; San Diego, Calif.

* = last played in WHL during 2024-25 season

2026 NHL Draft – Players Committed to the WHL for 2026-27

Round Four

#98 – Jonas Kemps (D) – Florida Panthers; Seattle Thunderbirds; Sebastopol, Calif.

Round Five

#136 – Kent Sauer (F) – Philadelphia Flyers; Edmonton Oil Kings; Andover, Minn.

Round Six

#164 – Bode Laylin (D) – Calgary Flames; Everett Silvertips; St. Michael, Minn.

Round Seven

#208 – Logan Stuart (F) – Washington Capitals; Lethbridge Hurricanes; Manhattan Beach, Calif. #224 – Tyler Deakos (F) – Montreal Canadiens; Penticton Vees; Canmore, Alta.

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About the Western Hockey League

Regarded as the world’s finest development league for junior hockey players, the Western Hockey League (WHL) head office is based in Calgary, Alberta. The WHL consists of 23 member Clubs with 17 located in Western Canada and six in the U.S. Pacific Northwest. A member of the Canadian Hockey League, the WHL has been a leading supplier of talent for the National Hockey League for over 50 years. The WHL is also the leading provider of hockey scholarships with over 375 graduates each year receiving WHL Scholarships to pursue a post-secondary education of their choice. Each season, WHL players also form the nucleus of Canada’s National Junior Hockey Team.

106 CHL-developed players selected at 2026 NHL Draft

Dante De Caria — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:16:12 +0000

The CHL’s 106 selections marked its highest total since 2010, led all development leagues worldwide, and further reinforced the WHL, OHL and QMJHL as the game’s premier development pathway

The Canadian Hockey League (CHL) is proud to announce that 106 players developed across the Western Hockey League (WHL), Ontario Hockey League (OHL), and Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) were selected across seven rounds of the 2026 NHL Draft at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, representing the most of any development league in the world. The CHL’s 106 selections were its highest total in 16 years, dating back to 2010, and marked the first time since 2013 that the CHL reached the 100-pick mark at the NHL Draft. In the seven-round era, which began in 2005, the 2026 NHL Draft now stands as the CHL’s fourth-highest total, trailing only 2008 (110), 2005 (109) and 2010 (107). The CHL’s impact was felt immediately, with Medicine Hat Tigers (WHL) alumnus Gavin McKenna selected first overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs. McKenna became the 43rd CHL-developed player selected No. 1 overall since 1969, giving the CHL the first overall pick for the second straight NHL Draft and the third time in the last four years, following Matthew Schaefer in 2025 and Connor Bedard in 2023. McKenna’s selection opened a first round that once again showcased the CHL at the very top of the Draft. In total, 16 CHL-developed players were selected in Round 1, accounting for 50 per cent of the opening round. CHL players represented six of the first 10 selections and three of the first four, with McKenna going No. 1 to Toronto, Brantford Bulldogs (OHL) forward Caleb Malhotra going No. 3 to the Vancouver Canucks, and Prince Albert Raiders (WHL) defenceman Daxon Rudolph going No. 4 to the Buffalo Sabres. The opening round also highlighted one of the CHL’s strongest defensive groups in recent memory. Seven CHL-developed defencemen were selected in the first round, while 13 blueliners came off the board across the opening two rounds. In all, 36 CHL defencemen were chosen over the two-day Draft, alongside 57 forwards and 13 goaltenders, underscoring the positional depth produced by the WHL, OHL and QMJHL. The strength of the 2026 class carried well beyond the first round. The CHL had 32 players selected through two rounds, its most in 11 years and highest total since 36 were chosen across the opening two rounds in 2015. Through three rounds, the CHL’s 47 selections matched its best three-round showing since 2015, while its 61 players selected through four rounds were also its most since 2015. By the end of Round 6, the CHL had already surpassed its full 2025 NHL Draft total, with 94 selections. The CHL ultimately had at least 12 players chosen in each of the seven rounds, something that had only happened once before in the seven-round era, in 2005. The league also set a seven-round era high with 59 players selected from Rounds 4 through 7, including 45 from Rounds 5 through 7 and 29 over the final two rounds. The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) led all three CHL Member Leagues with 47 selections, its highest total since 2016 and one shy of its seven-round era high. The Western Hockey League (WHL) followed with 39 selections, its highest total since 2010, while also producing the first overall pick in McKenna. The Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) reached 20 selections for the first time since 2021 and produced multiple first-round picks for the second straight NHL Draft. In total, the CHL’s 106 selections came from 51 different clubs, with 19 OHL clubs, 19 WHL clubs and 13 QMJHL clubs represented. The Medicine Hat Tigers and Ottawa 67’s led all CHL clubs with five players selected, followed by the Guelph Storm, London Knights, Saginaw Spirit and Soo Greyhounds, who each had four. Edmonton, Portland, Prince Albert, Saskatoon and Vancouver each produced three selections from the WHL, while Moncton and Québec led the QMJHL with three selections apiece. All 32 NHL clubs selected at least one CHL-developed player at the 2026 NHL Draft. The Colorado Avalanche, New York Rangers and Toronto Maple Leafs led all NHL clubs with six CHL selections each, while the Anaheim Ducks, Los Angeles Kings and Vegas Golden Knights each selected five. In total, 13 NHL clubs selected at least four CHL players, further demonstrating the league-wide demand for talent developed across the WHL, OHL and QMJHL. The 2026 NHL Draft also reinforced the impact of the CHL USA Prospects Challenge, with 11 of the 16 CHL-developed first-round selections having competed in the 2025 edition of the event. The two-game showcase continues to provide a best-on-best platform for NHL Draft-eligible players from across the CHL against the U.S. National Under-18 Team. From the first overall pick to the final rounds, the 2026 NHL Draft served as another clear reminder of the CHL’s unmatched role in developing NHL talent. With high-end skill at the top of the Draft, record-setting depth in later rounds, representation across every position, and selections from every NHL organization, the WHL, OHL and QMJHL once again stood at the centre of hockey’s global development landscape. 106 CHL-developed players in the 2026 NHL Draft *denotes players who competed in the 2025 CHL USA Prospects Challenge FIRST ROUND (16) 1. Gavin McKenna (Medicine Hat Tigers / WHL, LW) – Toronto Maple Leafs 3. Caleb Malhotra (Brantford Bulldogs / OHL, C)* – Vancouver Canucks 4. Daxon Rudolph (Prince Albert Raiders / WHL, D)* – Buffalo Sabres 6. Carson Carels (Prince George Cougars / WHL, D)* – Calgary Flames 7. Chase Reid (Soo Greyhounds / OHL, D)* – Seattle Kraken 9. Keaton Verhoeff (Victoria Royals / WHL, D) – San Jose Sharks 15. Nikita Klepov (Saginaw Spirit / OHL, RW)* – Anaheim Ducks 16. Maddox Dagenais (Québec Remparts / QMJHL, C)* – St. Louis Blues 17. Ethan Belchetz (Windsor Spitfires / OHL, LW)* – Utah Mammoth 21. Ryan Lin (Vancouver Giants / WHL, D)* – San Jose Sharks 22. Liam Ruck (Medicine Hat Tigers / WHL, RW)* – Pittsburgh Penguins 23. JP Hurlbert (Kamloops Blazers / WHL, RW)* – Detroit Red Wings 24. Adam Novotný (Peterborough Petes / OHL, LW)* – Vancouver Canucks 27. Maksim Sokolovskii (London Knights / OHL, D) – Philadelphia Flyers 31. Tommy Bleyl (Moncton Wildcats / QMJHL, D) – Nashville Predators 32. Jaxon Cover (London Knights / OHL, LW) – Ottawa Senators SECOND ROUND (16) 33. Brooks Rogowski (Oshawa Generals / OHL, RW) – Vancouver Canucks 34. Xavier Villeneuve (Blainville-Boisbriand / QMJHL, D)* – Chicago Blackhawks 35. Ryan Roobroeck (Guelph Storm / OHL, LW )* / developed over the last three seasons with the Niagara IceDogs – Chicago Blackhawks 36. Chase Harrington (Spokane Chiefs / WHL, LW)* – Calgary Flames 37. Matias Vanhanen (Everett Silvertips / WHL, LW) – New Jersey Devils 39. Markus Ruck (Medicine Hat Tigers / WHL, C) – Pittsburgh Penguins 43. Egor Shilov (Victoriaville Tigres / QMJHL, C)* – Colorado Avalanche 46. Liam Lefebvre (Cape Breton Eagles / QMJHL, RW) / developed over the last season with the Chicoutimi Saguenéens – Los Angeles Kings 48. Ryder Cali (North Bay Battalion / OHL, C) – Florida Panthers 50. Mathis Preston (Vancouver Giants / WHL, RW)* – Anaheim Ducks 52. Oleg Kulebiakin (Halifax Mooseheads / QMJHL, LW) – Tampa Bay Lightning 53. Brek Liske (Everett Silvertips / WHL, D) – Philadelphia Flyers 57. Timofei Runtso (Victoria Royals / WHL, D) – Montréal Canadiens 59. Jakub Vanecek (Tri-City Americans / WHL, D) – Dallas Stars 60. Alexander Bilecki (Kitchener Rangers / OHL, D) – Toronto Maple Leafs 64. Ben MacBeath (Calgary Hitmen / WHL, D) – New York Rangers THIRD ROUND (15) 65. Joe Iginla (Vancouver Giants / WHL, RW) – Calgary Flames 67. Danai Shaiikov (Gatineau Olympiques / QMJHL, G) – New York Rangers 68. Zachary Lansard (Regina Pats / WHL, RW) – Carolina Hurricanes 69. Ethan MacKenzie (Edmonton Oil Kings / WHL, D) – Toronto Maple Leafs 72. Adam Nemec (Sudbury Wolves / OHL, LW) – Ottawa Senators 73. Zach Olsen (Saskatoon Blades / WHL, RW) – Toronto Maple Leafs 74. Beckett Hamilton (Red Deer Rebels / WHL, RW) – Colorado Avalanche 77. Charlie Morrison (Québec Remparts / QMJHL, D)* – New York Rangers 79. Michal Orsulak (Prince Albert Raiders / WHL, G) – Detroit Red Wings 82. Rian Chudzinski (Moncton Wildcats / QMJHL, RW) – Anaheim Ducks 86. Pierce Mbuyi (Owen Sound Attack / OHL, LW) – Pittsburgh Penguins 91. Louis-Félix Bourque (Drummondville Voltigeurs / QMJHL, C) – Ottawa Senators 92. Ben Wilmott (Barrie Colts / OHL, C) – Vegas Golden Knights 94. Alessandro Di Iorio (Sarnia Sting / OHL, C)* – Columbus Blue Jackets 95. Sean Burick (Penticton Vees / WHL, D) – Vegas Golden Knights FOURTH ROUND (14) 97. Yaroslav Bryzgalov (Medicine Hat Tigers / WHL, LW) – Vancouver Canucks 100. Egor Barabanov (Saginaw Spirit / OHL, C) – Calgary Flames 101. Tyus Sparks (Spokane Chiefs / WHL, RW) – Washington Capitals 102. Spencer Bowes (Ottawa 67’s / OHL, LW) – New York Rangers 103. Thomas Vandenberg (Ottawa 67’s / OHL, C) – Los Angeles Kings 108. Adam Levac (Peterborough Petes / OHL, C) – Detroit Red Wings 111. Parker von Richter (Barrie Colts / OHL, D) – Pittsburgh Penguins 112. Kayden Lemire (Prince George Cougars / WHL, RW) – Minnesota Wild 113. Jonah Sivertson (Prince Albert Raiders / WHL, RW) – Vegas Golden Knights 117. Brayden Klimpke (Saskatoon Blades / WHL, D) – Montréal Canadiens 120. Marek Sklenicka (Seattle Thunderbirds / WHL, G) – Philadelphia Flyers 124. Olivers Murnieks (Saint John Sea Dogs / QMJHL, C) – Buffalo Sabres 125. Ryder Fetterolf (Ottawa 67’s / OHL, G) – Carolina Hurricanes 126. Tobias Tvrznik (Wenatchee Wild / WHL, G) – Colorado Avalanche FIFTH ROUND (16) 131. Finn Kearns (Sudbury Wolves / OHL, D) – Seattle Kraken 133. Andrew Robinson (Windsor Spitfires / OHL, D) – Edmonton Oilers 135. Alexandre Taillefer (Québec Remparts / QMJHL, D) – Winnipeg Jets 137. Filip Ruzicka (Brandon Wheat Kings / WHL, G) – Minnesota Wild 141. Vladimir Dravecky (Guelph Storm / OHL, D) / developed over the last season with the Brantford Bulldogs – New York Islanders 142. Parker Snell (Edmonton Oil Kings / WHL, G) – Columbus Blue Jackets 143. Beckham Edwards (Sarnia Sting / OHL, C)* – Detroit Red Wings 146. Eric Frossard (Guelph Storm / OHL, D) – Anaheim Ducks 147. Florent Houle (Sherbrooke Phoenix / QMJHL, RW) – Utah Mammoth 150. Carter Stevens (Guelph Storm / OHL, RW) – St. Louis Blues 151.Harris Pangretitsch (Soo Greyhounds / OHL, D) – Ottawa Senators 153. Giorgos Pantelas (Brandon Wheat Kings / WHL, D)* – Los Angeles Kings 155. Ryan Brown (London Knights / OHL, LW) – Dallas Stars 157. Jacob Vandeven (London Knights / OHL, D) – Boston Bruins 158. Cooper Williams (Saskatoon Blades / WHL, C) – Toronto Maple Leafs 159. Will McLaughlin (Portland Winterhawks, WHL, D) – Vegas Golden Knights SIXTH ROUND (17) 162. André Mondoux (Kingston Frontenacs / OHL, D) – New York Rangers 163. Darian Anderson (Flint Firebirds / OHL, RW) – New York Rangers 165. Zachary Jovanovski (Guelph Storm / OHL, G)* – Carolina Hurricanes 169. Brody Pepoy (Saginaw Spirit / OHL, RW) – Toronto Maple Leafs 171. Lars Steiner (Rouyn-Noranda Huskies / QMJHL, G) – St. Louis Blues 172. Luke Wilfley (Portland Winterhawks / WHL, C) – New Jersey Devils 174. Jake Gustafson (Portland Winterhawks / WHL, C) – San Jose Sharks 177. Alex Kostov (Flint Firebirds / OHL, C) – Los Angeles Kings 179. Benjamin Cossette Ayotte (Val-d’Or Foreurs / QMJHL, D) – Nashville Predators 180. Caden Harvey (Windsor Spitfires / OHL, RW) – Edmonton Oilers 181. Cole Zurawski (Owen Sound Attack / OHL, RW) – Florida Panthers 185. Jonas Woo (Medicine Hat Tigers / WHL, D) – Columbus Blue Jackets 186. Stepan Shurygin (Saginaw Spirit / OHL, G) – Tampa Bay Lightning 188. Dylan Dumont (Drummondville Voltigeurs / QMJHL, RW) – Buffalo Sabres 190. Wesley Royston (Owen Sound Attack / OHL, RW) – Montréal Canadiens 191. Matthew Minchak (Kingston Frontenacs / OHL, G) – Vegas Golden Knights 192. Noah Kosick (Seattle Thunderbirds / WHL, C) – Anaheim Ducks SEVENTH ROUND (12) 195. Shawn Carrier (Halifax Mooseheads / QMJHL, LW) – Colorado Avalanche 197. Jasper Kuhta (Ottawa 67’s / OHL, C) – Dallas Stars 198. Rylan Singh (Guelph Storm / OHL, D) – Seattle Kraken 199. Noa Ta'amu (Edmonton Oil Kings / WHL, D) – Winnipeg Jets 201. Alexander Karmanov (North Bay Battalion / OHL, D) – San Jose Sharks 203. Colin Fitzgerald (Soo Greyhounds / OHL, C) – St. Louis Blues 214. Ondrej Ruml (Ottawa 67’s / OHL, D) – Colorado Avalanche 215. Alexandre Raymond (Rouyn-Noranda Huskies / QMJHL, G) – Colorado Avalanche 217. Louis-Antoine Denault (Newfoundland Regiment / QMJHL, G) – Florida Panthers 218. Max Vilen (Moncton Wildcats / QMJHL, D) – Tampa Bay Lightning 222. Quinn McKenzie (Soo Greyhounds / OHL, C) – New Jersey Devils 223. Lucas Ambrosio (Erie Otters / OHL, D) – Los Angeles Kings

Lansard Drafted 68th Overall in Third Round by Hurricanes

Dante De Caria — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 22:11:31 +0000

Regina, SK - Regina Pats forward Zach Lansard was selected in the third round (68th overall) by the Carolina Hurricanes in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft on Saturday. Lansard, 17, became the third Regina Pats player to be drafted by the Carolina Hurricanes since the franchise relocated from Hartford in 1997, joining Brett Lysak (1999) and Matej Trojovsky (2003). Scott Daniels was previously drafted by the franchise in 1989 during its time as the Hartford Whalers. In addition, Lansard became just the second player in Pats history to be chosen 68th overall, joining Bernie Germain in 1972. The Ste. Anne, Man., product took a major step forward in his sophomore Western Hockey League season after earning Regina Pats Rookie of the Year honours in 2024-25. Following a 19-point (7G-12A) rookie campaign in 54 games, Lansard broke out with 24 goals and 32 assists for 56 points in 68 contests in the 2025-26 season, finishing third on the club in both goals and points. He carried that momentum into the playoffs, tallying three goals in five games during the Pats' first-round series against the Medicine Hat Tigers. The 2008-born forward was originally drafted by the Blue Brigade in the fourth round (78th overall) in the 2023 WHL Prospects Draft and has steadily developed into a prominent talent in the WHL and a key piece to the Regina Pats' offence. Among his notable offensive metrics, the six-foot, 175-pound forward was a mainstay on the power-play last season, registering five goals, 12 assists, and 17 points on the man advantage in the 2025-26 campaign, also recording three game-winning goals for the Pats. Lansard is expected to return to Regina for the 2026-27 season, where he will continue his development while taking on an even larger role with the Pats. The Regina Pats would like to congratulate Zach and his family on this tremendous accomplishment.

Pats Announce 2026 Pre-Season Schedule

Dante De Caria — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:07:44 +0000

Regina, Sask. – The Regina Pats Hockey Club, in conjunction with the Western Hockey League, announced its 2026 pre-season schedule on Monday. The Blue Brigade will compete in seven WHL pre-season games in September, with one at a neutral site, as the Pats will travel to Ochapowace First Nation to take on the Brandon Wheat Kings on September 5. The Pats will play three of their seven pre-season contests at the Brandt Centre, beginning with a rookie game against the Swift Current Broncos on September 1. Regina will also host the Moose Jaw Warriors on September 2 and the Prince Albert Raiders on September 11. Closing out the pre-season slate is a September 12 matchup with the Saskatoon Blades at the SaskTel Centre in Saskatoon. REGINA PATS 2026 PRE-SEASON SCHEDULE

Tuesday, September 1 | vs. Swift Current | Brandt Centre | 7:00 p.m. (Rookie Game)
Wednesday, September 2 | vs. Moose Jaw | Brandt Centre | 7:00 p.m.
Friday, September 4 | at Brandon | Assiniboine Credit Union Place | 7:00 p.m.
*Saturday, September 5 | vs. Brandon | Chief Denton George Memorial Multiplex – Ochapowace First Nations, SK | 7:00 p.m. (Neutral site location)
Tuesday, September 8 | at Moose Jaw | Temple Gardens Centre | 7:00 p.m.
Friday, September 11 | vs. Prince Albert | Brandt Centre | 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 12 | at Saskatoon | SaskTel Centre | 7:00 p.m.

*Home games in BOLD. All times local. The Pats will once again take pre-season hockey on the road with a neutral-site game at Chief Denton George Memorial Multiplex as they visit Ochapowace First Nation. The 1,500-seat arena is located in the home community of Pats' forward Connor Bear. Last season, Regina hosted the Prince Albert Raiders in Yorkton, having previously played in Estevan and Assiniboia during the 2024 pre-season. "We're excited for the opportunity to visit Ochapowace First Nation and bring Regina Pats hockey to the community. It’s a great chance to connect with fans beyond Regina and share the excitement for the start of the WHL season," said Regina Pats CEO Gord Pritchard. "We look forward to a great atmosphere at Chief Denton George Memorial Multiplex and a special event for players, fans, and the community." For inquiries, contact the Pats Business Office at 306-522-PATS (7287) or visit in person at 1463 Albert Street, Monday to Friday, 8:30AM – 4:30PM.

Pats Name David Bell 44th Head Coach In Franchise History

Dante De Caria — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:04:15 +0000

Regina, Sask. – The Regina Pats Hockey Club is proud to announce the hiring of David Bell as the 44th Head Coach in franchise history. Bell, 49, joins the Pats following seven seasons with the American Hockey League's Belleville Senators, the primary affiliate of the Ottawa Senators. He served as an assistant coach from 2019-23 before being promoted to head coach in 2023, a position he held through December 2025. During his time with the Senators organization, Bell played an integral role in the development of numerous NHL players, including Drake Batherson, Josh Norris, Ridly Greig, Parker Kelly, Cole Reihnhardt, Mark Kastelic, and Zack Ostapchuk. As Belleville's head coach, Bell compiled a 97-78-15-11 record over 201 regular season games and guided the club to the second round of the 2024 Calder Cup Playoffs. Following an extensive search, Bell emerged as the unanimous choice because of his proven leadership, outstanding communication skills, exceptional player development record, and clear vision for building a championship culture. "We're excited to welcome Dave and his family to our organization," said Regina Pats General Manager Dale Derkatch. "Dave brings more than 20 years of coaching experience at both the Canadian Hockey League and American Hockey League levels and has a proven track record of developing young talent. Throughout our search, one thing became very clear — Dave was the right person to lead our hockey club into its next chapter. We weren't simply looking for our next head coach—we were looking for someone who could become a teacher, mentor and leader for our players while helping establish the championship culture we believe will define the future of the Regina Pats. Dave embodies everything we were looking for. He is an outstanding communicator and an exceptional bench coach whose preparation, game management and competitive nature immediately stood out throughout our process." A native of Wiarton, Ontario, Bell's coaching career spans more than two decades. He spent 13 seasons in the Ontario Hockey League between 2004 and 2017, serving as an assistant coach with the Owen Sound Attack, Barrie Colts and Niagara IceDogs before being named head coach of the IceDogs during the 2016-17 season. Prior to joining the Ottawa organization, Bell spent two seasons as an assistant coach with the Ontario Reign of the American Hockey League from 2017-19, helping develop prospects within the Los Angeles Kings system. "What impressed us most is the way Dave builds meaningful relationships with his players," Derkatch continued. "He believes trust is the foundation of development and creates an environment where players feel supported while also being challenged every day. He has a unique ability to push players outside of their comfort zones to reach their full potential while genuinely caring about them as hockey players and as people. Dave has a clear vision for where he wants to take this hockey team and shares our belief in building a championship culture through accountability, development, hard work and strong relationships. His values align with who we want to be as an organization. He is the right leader for our hockey club, and we're excited to watch him lead this talented young group as we pursue our ultimate goal of bringing another WHL championship to Regina." Bell joins the Regina Pats at an exciting time for the organization as Brandt Sports & Entertainment continues its long-term investment in the franchise. With the recent acquisition of the Brandt Centre, the organization is committed to creating one of the premier player development environments in the Canadian Hockey League through significant investments in facilities, technology, health and performance resources, and the overall player experience. "I'm incredibly excited to join the Regina Pats organization," said Bell. "I'd like to thank the Semple family for this opportunity and Dale for believing in my coaching and development philosophy and vision. The Regina Pats are one of the premier franchises in junior hockey, with a proud tradition of developing players and competing for championships. Our responsibility is to help every player become the best version of themselves, both on and off the ice, while building a team that our fans and community can be proud of every night. We want to create an environment where players are challenged, supported and inspired to reach their full potential. If we commit to that process every day, we'll give ourselves the opportunity to compete for championships and ultimately bring another championship back to the Queen City." As a player, Bell suited up as a defenceman with the Ottawa 67's from 1994-98, serving as team captain during his final two seasons. In Ottawa, Bell played for Brian Kilrea, the winningest coach in CHL history. Following his junior career, he signed with the San Jose Sharks organization and played professionally in the American Hockey League and ECHL from 1998-2004. Bell captained the Greenville Grrrowl to the 2002 Kelly Cup Championship before transitioning into coaching shortly after his playing career concluded. Bell becomes the 44th head coach in the storied history of the Regina Pats and will immediately begin preparations for the 2026-27 Western Hockey League season. He assumes the role at an exciting time for the franchise as Brandt Sports & Entertainment continues its long-term investment in the Regina Pats, with a vision centered on developing elite players, providing a first-class player experience, and building a team capable of competing for WHL championships year after year. The Regina Pats would like to welcome Dave, his wife Brooke, and children Brandon, Bryanna, Nolan, and Lilah to Regina.

Pats to Host Swift Current Broncos in 2026 Home Opener on September 27

Dante De Caria — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:09:29 +0000

Regina, Sask. – The Regina Pats Hockey Club will host the Swift Current Broncos at the Brandt Centre in their 2026 home opener on Sunday, September 27 at 2:00 p.m. The Pats host the Broncos in their home opener for the fifth time in franchise history (as the Swift Current Broncos). The last time the Pats hosted the Raiders to begin their home schedule was September 19, 2013, losing 7-2. The Blue Brigade will open the season on the road on Friday, September 18 in Prince Albert against the Raiders. Details on game day activations and tickets to follow. For inquiries, contact the Pats Business Office at 306-522-PATS (7287) or visit in person at 1463 Albert Street, Monday to Friday, 8:30AM – 4:30PM.