Royals acquire 2008-born defenceman Yellowaga from Rebels

Victoria, B.C. – The Victoria Royals announced today the acquisition of 2008-born defenceman Nate Yellowaga from the Red Deer Rebels in exchange for a 2027 fourth-round pick, a 2028 second-round pick, and a 2030 fourth-round pick.

The 5-foot-11, 179-pound defenceman finished this past season, his first in the WHL, with 27 points (7G-20A) in 67 games. Yellowaga also registered four points in five playoff games against the Prince Albert Raiders. Hailing from Calgary, Alta., Yellowaga started his junior career with the Brooks Bandits in the BCHL before joining the Rebels prior to last season.

“Nate is a dynamic defenseman that will add an important element to our team” said Jake Heisinger, General Manager of the Victoria Royals. “He is an excellent skater that will be an impact player at both ends of the ice”.

Yellowaga, a former CSSHL U18 Second Team All-Star, was drafted in the ninth round of the 2023 WHL Prospects Draft by Red Deer. He won a BCHL Championship with the Brooks Bandits in the 2024-25 season.