Winterhawks prospect Luke Brunen named to CEHL U18 All-Rookie Team

The Portland Winterhawks, proud member club of the Western Hockey League, congratulate goaltender prospect Luke Brunen on being named to the Canadian Elite Hockey League U18 First All-Rookie Team for his standout play with the Warman Wildcats of the SMAAAHL this season.

Brunen, who signed with the Winterhawks on March 15, 2022, turned in a 15-5-0 record during SMAAAHL play this year, posting a .901 save percentage and 2.54 GAA to go with two shutouts as he helped lead the Wildcats to a U18 championship berth as a 16-year-old.

We are pleased to announce the 1st and 2nd CEHL All Rookie Teams (2006 born)! Congrats to all players! pic.twitter.com/sZFbCMppLT

— CEHL_u18 (@CEHL_u18) May 12, 2022

Selected by Portland in the second round, #36 overall of the 2021 WHL Prospects Draft, Brunen was the first goaltender to be chosen in his class.

Congratulations, Luke!