Calgary Hitmen sign Penguins prospect Carter Sanderson to a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement

Calgary, AB – The Calgary Hitmen have signed 2007-born forward Carter Sanderson to a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement.

Sanderson, 18, joins the Hitmen after spending the past two seasons with the USHL’s Muskegon Lumberjacks, where he served as captain during the 2025-26 season. The Pierre, South Dakota native recorded 34 points (17G, 17A) in 54 regular-season games while leading the Lumberjacks to the Clark Cup Final. The 6-foot-2, 196-pound power forward is committed to the University of North Dakota for the 2027-28 season and was selected by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the sixth round (169th overall) of the 2025 NHL Draft.

“We are excited that Carter has chosen the Hitmen as the next step in his development,” said Calgary Hitmen General Manager Cass Bruni. “He is a talented power forward who contributes in all situations.

“Carter is also a high-character individual who has shown strong leadership qualities. We believe he will be an impactful addition to our organization both on and off the ice.”

“I’ve loved my time in Muskegon – the community, the ownership, coaches, teammates, fans, and my billet family. I couldn’t have asked for better,” said Sanderson. “As I look to my future in hockey, I need to get out of my comfort zone and experience new aspects of the game. I’m looking forward to that opportunity in Calgary.”

CARTER SANDERSON – FORWARD

HOMETOWN: Pierre, South Dakota

DOB:  September 12, 2007
HEIGHT:  6’2”

WEIGHT: 196 lbs

SHOOTS:  Left