Jordan Keller (F)

Hometown: Kamloops, B.C.
WHL Career Stats: 264 GP – 94 G-108 A – 202 points
WHL Draft: 2020 – Third Round, 48th Overall (Saskatoon Blades)

For Jordan Keller, the phrase 'all roads lead home' couldn't be more true.

After a junior hockey career that spanned parts of five seasons across two Clubs, the 21-year-old is exiting the Western League as a member of his hometown club, the Kamloops Blazers.

But, despite ending his campaign with Kamloops, Keller's career first began two provinces over.

Keller was originally selected 48th overall by the Saskatoon Blades in the 2020 WHL Prospects Draft, making his WHL debut don December 4, 2021 against the Winnipeg ICE. In total, Keller spent the two-plus seasons as a member of the Blades, including a 30-point campaign in 66 games during the 2022-23 WHL Season.

On November 24, 2023, Keller was sent to the Kamloops Blazers as part of the blockbuster trade that saw Toronto Maple Leafs prospect Fraser Minten move to Saskatoon. Eager to play in front of his hometown, Keller made his Blazers debut one day after being acquired by Kamloops. The forward also scooped up his first point with the Blazers in the same outing, assisting on a goal in a 6-3 victory over the Vancouver Giants.

Keller went on to record 43 points (17 G-26 A) to round out the 2023-24 season with the Blazers.

And, while impressive, the hometown forward was just getting started.

In his first full campaign with Kamloops, Keller set a career high in goals (31), assists (34), and points (65). The forward also led the WHL in power-play goals in the same season, collecting 19 tucks on the 'man advantage.'

Keller's final WHL campaign followed a similar tune, as the British Columbian recorded his third consecutive 50-plus point season. In 53 regular season appearances Keller racked up 55 points (27 G-28 A), boasting a points-per-game average of over one for the first time his in junior hockey career.

Keller closes out his WHL career with 202 points (94 G-108 A) in 264 regular season games, including more than 150 points in a Blazers uniform.

Ryan Michael (D)

Hometown: Langley, B.C.
WHL Career Stats: 231 GP – 10 G-72 A – 82 points
WHL Draft: 2020 – Third Round, 62nd Overall (Kamloops Blazers)

For the first time in five seasons, the Kamloops Blazers will dress a blueline that will be without longtime defenceman, Ryan Michael.

The 2005-born defenceman is departing from the Western Hockey League having completed his 20-year-old season in Kamloops.

Originally selected 62nd overall by the Kamloops Blazers in the 2020 WHL Prospects Draft, Michael first made his WHL debut on October 2, 2021 – recording as assist against the Prince George Cougars.

The Langley, B.C., product continued his hot streak in his first full season, leading all Blazers rookies in points with 12 (3 G-9 A) in 60 regular season games

Michael continued to develop his game over the next two seasons, becoming a key part of the Blazers’ blue line and leadership group. After serving as the Club's alternate captain for two seasons, Michael's farewell campaign was further celebrated by his promotion to team captain for the 2025-26 season..

And, the newly-minted captain responded with a career year offensively.

Michael registered a career-best three goals, 31 assists, and 34 points in 67 regular season appearances, leading all Kamloops defencemen in scoring for the the 2025-26 campaign.

In total, Michael suited up with the Blazers on 231 occasions, closing out his WHL career with an impressive 82 points (10 G-72 A).

Rhett Ravndahl (D)

Hometown: Birch Hills, Sask.
WHL Career Stats: 199 GP – 9 G-29 A – 38 points
WHL Draft: 2020 – Fourth Round, 83rd Overall (Portland Winterhawks)

The Western League will miss you, Rhett!

After hearing his named called in the fourth round of the 2020 WHL Prospects Draft by the Portland Winterhawks, the Birch Hills, Sask., product didn't wait long before stapling himself into the WHL scene. The blueliner made his WHL debut with the Winterhawks on September 24, 2022, against the Kelowna Rockets – and collected his first career point, an assist, just one game later.

Ravndahl spent parts of two seasons in Portland, before being acquired by the Brandon Wheat Kings at the 2024 WHL Trade Deadline. The move saw Ravndahl swap spots with former Wheat Kings captain and Detroit Red Wings first-round selection Nate Danielson.

In a similar fashion to his time in Portland, Ravndahl called Brandon home for parts of two seasons. In 57 appearances with the 'Wheaties,' the Saskatchewan-born talent collected nine points (3 G-6 A).

On January 7, 2025, Ravndahl was involved in a second trade. This time, the blueliner packed his bags and joined the B.C. Division's Kamloops Blazers.

It was in Kamloops where the veteran blueliner got the opportunity to step into a larger role with his organization, as he posted a career-best four goals, 12 assists, and 16 points in 55 regular season outings. Ravndahl's plus-12 rating and 0.29 points-per-game average also went down as career highs in the WHL.

In total, Ravndahl skated in 199 regular season games split between the Winterhawks, Wheat Kings, and Blazers, and finishes his junior career with 38 points (9 G-29 A).

Nolan Chastko (F)

Hometown: Brandon, Man. WHL Career Stats: 131 GP – 16 G-33 A – 49 points WHL Draft: Listed (Prince George Cougars)

Nolan Chastko’s Western Hockey League career was defined by his willingness to do whatever his team needed.

The Brandon, Man. product signed with the Prince George Cougars as an undrafted player in 2022 before eventually making his way to Everett, Wash. After making a fistful of preseason appearances with the Cougars, Chastko made his WHL debut on September 21, 2024, as a 19-year-old for the Silvertips.

He made an immediate impact in Everett, recording 14 points in 63 regular season appearances during the 2024-25 WHL campaign before playing in all 13 games of the 2025 WHL Playoffs that saw the Silvertips advance to the Western Conference Championship Series.

His final season brought another unique chapter to the veteran.

Out of roster necessity, the natural centreman was thrust onto the Silvertips' blue line for 25 games during the 2025-26 WHL Regular Season. And, while a difficult adjustment for most, Chastko took on the challenge with ease. He recorded 13 points and a plus-12 rating during that stretch and concluded his final regular season campaign with career-best, 10 goals, 25 assists, and 35 points in 68 games.

During the 2026 WHL Playoffs, Chastko was one of three 20-year-olds to hoist the Ed Chynoweth Cup as members of Everett's first-ever WHL Championship. In 18 post-season appearances, the Silvertips' 'Swiss-Army Knife' recorded nine points (2 G-7 A) and scored in the championship-clinching Game 5 victory over the Prince Albert Raiders.

Chastko closes out his WHL career with 49 points (16 G-33 A) in 131 regular season games in Tips Country

Chastko will now use his WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement to continue his education and hockey career with the University of Manitoba Bisons for the 2026-27 season.

Rylan Gould (F)

Hometown: Headingley, Man. WHL Career Stats: 311 GP – 78 G-123 A – 201 points WHL Draft: 2020 – Second Round, 42nd Overall (Swift Current Broncos)

Originally selected 42nd overall by the Swift Current Broncos in the 2020 WHL Prospects Draft, Rylan Gould spent the first four seasons of his junior career in Speedy Creek. It was there where the Headingley, Man., product developed into one of the Broncos’ most reliable, offensive contributors.

Gould first made his WHL debut on October 1, 2021, against the Medicine Hat Tigers, and posted 13 points (4 G-9 A) in his rookie campaign with the Broncos. But, it wouldn't be until the 2023-24 season where the forward truly broke out, recording a career-high, 68 points (23 G-45 A) in 68 games. He followed that with another strong campaign in 2024-25, posting 66 points (29 G-37 A) in 60 regular season appearances..

In the 2025-26 WHL Season, Gould got a change of scenery as he joined Everett's forward core following a brief stint with the NCAA’s Michigan Tech. Now, back in the Western League, Gould's addition proved to be monumental for the Tips as their hunt for their first-ever WHL Championship was heating up.

Gould recorded 50 points (21 G-29 A) in 53 regular season games with Everett, reaching the 200-point mark for his WHL career along the way. He then added 10 points (6 G-4 A) in 18 appearances during the Silvertips' WHL Championship-winning postseason..

After five seasons in the Western League, Gould closedsout his junior career with 201 points (78 G-123 A) in 311 regular season games. Plus, his name on the Ed Chynoweth Cup, of course!

Zackary Shantz (F)

Hometown: Sucker Creek, Alta. WHL Career Stats: 213 GP – 49 G-78 A – 127 points WHL Draft: 2020 – Third Round, 66th Overall (Prince George Cougars)

In his five-season stint in the Western Hockey League, Zackary Shantz found himself all over Western Canada and the Pacific Northwest. But, as he graduates from the League, the speedy forward will always call 'Everett' home.

The Sucker Creek, Alta., product was originally selected 66th overall by the Prince George Cougars in the 2020 WHL Prospects Draft and made his WHL debut on November 27, 2021, against the Kelowna Rockets. He spent parts of two seasons in Prince George before joining the Regina Pats following a trade in November 2022.

Shantz continued to develop his game in Regina, recording 51 points (17 G-34 A) in 117 total appearances with the Pats.

The move to Everett provided Shantz with a fresh opportunity, becoming an immediate impact on the Silvertips roster. Shantz recorded 11 points (5 G-6 A) in 21 regular season games to close out the 2024-25 campaign with Everett – and, he was only getting started.

The veteran forward posted career highs across the board during the 2025-26 regular season, exploding for 65 points (27 G-38 A) in 66 regular season games.

His new level of production also carried into the 2026 WHL Playoffs.

Shantz recorded 14 points (4 G-10 A) in 18 games during a postseason that saw Everett capture its first Ed Chynoweth Cup. He also recorded three assists in the championship-clinching Game 5 victory over Prince Albert.

Shantz closes out his WHL career with 127 points (49 G-78 A) in 213 regular season games – and, let's not forget about his 22 points (7 G-15 A) in 38 career WHL Playoff appearances.

Hometown: Zlín, Czechia
WHL Career Stats: 106 GP – 56 G-69 A – 125 points
NHL Draft: 2024 – Fifth Round, 151st Overall (Toronto Maple Leafs)
CHL Import Draft: 2024 – First Round, 14th Overall (Edmonton Oil Kings)

Originally selected 14th overall by the Edmonton Oil Kings in the 2024 CHL Import Draft, Czechia-born forward Miroslav Holinka wasted little time making his mark in North America.

His selection by the Oil Kings marked the second time the sharpshooter found himself on the draft board, as he heard his name called by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the fifth round of the 2024 NHL Draft in June.

Holinka made his Western Hockey League debut on September 28, 2024, against the Calgary Hitmen, scoring a goal and adding an assist in his first appearance with the Oil Kings. He went on to finish his rookie campaign with an impressive 45 points (19 G-26 A) in 47 games. The product of Zlin, Czechia and his 45-point rookie season had him tied for seventh in first-year scoring – alongside now-Anaheim Ducks prospect Mathis Preston and San Jose Sharks prospect Keaton Verhoeff.

His rookie campaign also turned heads at the NHL level, as the 'Buds' inked Holinka to a three-year, entry-level contract on June 15, 2025.

Holinka also represented Czechia at the 2025 IIHF World Junior Championship, helping his home country capture a bronze medal with four points in seven games.

His second season in Edmonton brought another step forward.

Holinka led the Oil Kings with 37 goals during the 2025-26 regular season while finishing second on the Club with a career-high 80 points (37 G-43 A) in 59 appearances. His 37 goals ranked 11th in the WHL, while his 80 points placed him among the League's top 15 scorers.

His breakout campaign was recognized with a spot on the WHL Eastern Conference Second All-Star Team.

Holinka closes out his WHL career with 125 points (56 G-69 A) in 106 regular season games, adding 11 points in 14 career playoff appearances.

Carter Sotheran (D)

Hometown: Sanford, Man.
WHL Career Stats: 267 GP – 42 G-126 A – 168 points
WHL Draft: 2020 – Fifth Round, 97th Overall (Portland Winterhawks)

Originally selected with the 97th-overall selection by the Portland Winterhawks at the 2020 WHL Prospects Draft, Carter Sotheran spent parts of four seasons developing into one of the Western League's more productive blueliners.

The Sanford, Man., product made his WHL debut on September 23, 2022, against the Kamloops Blazers. Sotheran would then collect his first career point and multi-point outing in his second twirl, recording three assists against the Kelowna Rockets.

Sotheran continued to grow his game over the next several seasons, becoming an important part of two deep playoff runs with the Winterhawks. He recorded 11 points (4 G-7 A) in 14 appearances during the 2024 WHL Playoffs as Portland advanced to the 2024 WHL Championship Series, before adding 15 points (6 G-9 A) in 18 games the following spring as the Winterhawks once again reached the 2025 Western Conference Championship Series.

On January 6, 2026, the veteran blueliner was acquired by the Edmonton Oil Kings, as the Central Division club geared up for another deep run in the WHL Playoffs. At the time of the trade, he had already recorded 37 points in 37 games with Portland.

Sotheran continued to produce after arriving in Edmonton, collecting 35 points in just 30 regular season appearances with the Oil Kings. Combined with his production in Portland, he finished the campaign with 72 points (19 G-53 A) in 67 games, establishing career highs in goals, assists and points.

Sotheran added six assists in seven games during the 2026 WHL Playoffs, bringing his career postseason totals to 33 points in 48 appearances.

Austin Zemlak (D)

Hometown: Fort McMurray, Alta.
WHL Career Stats: 234 GP – 17 G-50 A – 67 points
WHL Draft: 2020 – First Round, Ninth Overall (Victoria Royals)

Selected ninth overall by the Victoria Royals in the 2020 WHL Prospects Draft, Austin Zemlak made his WHL debut on May 3, 2021, against the Kamloops Blazers.

Zemlak joined Victoria full-time the following season and went on to spend parts of four seasons with the Royals, appearing in 147 games.

On August 15, 2024, Zemlak was acquired by the Tri-City Americans, putting together a productive 2024-25 campaign. The defenceman recorded 25 points in 56 games in his first – and only – season with the Ams. His 25 points and 20 helpers went down as career highs for the Fort McMurray, Atlantic., local.

For his 20-year-old season, Zemlak found himself headed to Edmonton's 'Kingdom' following a brief stint with the NCAA's Arizona State University.

Zemlak appeared in 31 regular season games with Edmonton, recording nine points (2 G-7 A) and a plus-10 rating. He added an assist in seven appearances during the 2026 WHL Playoffs.

In total, Zemlak closes out his WHL career having appeared in 234 regular season games, recording 67 points (17 G-50 A). He also collected one assist in 12 career postseason appearances.

Today, we continue with the graduating players from the Calgary Hitmen.

Axel Hurtig (D)

Hometown: Högås, Sweden
WHL Career Stats: 119 GP – 11 G-24 A – 35 points
NHL Draft: 2023 – Seventh Round, 208th Overall (Calgary Flames)
CHL Import Draft: 2023 – First Round, 33rd Overall (Calgary Hitmen)

Originally selected 33rd overall by the Calgary Hitmen in the 2023 CHL Import Draft, Swedish-born blueliner Axel Hurtig wasted little time finding his footing in Western Canada.

Hurtig made his WHL debut with the Hitmen on September 28, 2024 against the Edmonton Oil Kings. And, four games later, the looming defenceman picked up his first WHL point – an assist against the visiting Vancouver Giants.

Yet, Hurtig's selection by the Hitmen wasn't the last time the Swede would hear his name called by a Calgary-based club. Hurtig was also selected by the Calgary Flames with the 208th-overall selection in the seventh round of the 2023 NHL Draft. 

Hurtig's rookie season in the Western League was one the blueliner won't soon forget, as he collected 16 points (5 G-11 A) in 55 games while also representing Sweden at the 2025 IIHF World Junior Championship.

His second season in Calgary brought another step forward, both on and off the ice.

During the 2025-26 WHL Regular Season, Hurtig posted a career-high of 19 points (6 G-13 A) and a plus-21 rating across 64 appearances. He also took on a larger leadership role, becoming the 33rd captain in Hitmen franchise history and the first European player to serve as the Club's captain.

Then, his NHL dream moved one step closer to reality.

On April 1, 2026, the Flames inked Hurtig to a three-year, entry-level contract. 

Hurtig finished his WHL career with 35 points (11 G-24 A) in 119 regular season games, adding six points (2 G-4 A) in 19 postseason appearances.

From a first-round CHL Import selection to a WHL captain and Calgary Flames prospect, Hurtig now turns his attention to the next chapter of his hockey career.

Harrison Lodewyk (F)

Hometown: Red Deer, Alta.
WHL Career Stats: 284 GP – 45 G-59 A – 104 points
WHL Draft: 2020 – Second Round, 37th Overall (Prince Albert Raiders)

Harrison Lodewyk spent more than four seasons with the Prince Albert Raiders before making his way to Calgary for the final season of his WHL career.

Selected 37th overall by the Raiders in the 2020 WHL Prospects Draft, the Red Deer product made his Western Hockey League debut on October 1, 2021, against the Regina Pats.

Lodewyk went on to appear in 233 games with Prince Albert, collecting 68 points (28 G-40 A) before the 2025-26 season. During his time with the Raiders, the forward also emerged not only as a strong, two-way player but a strong academic. Following the 2021-22 WHL Season, Lodewyk was named a finalist for the Daryl K. (Doc) Seaman Memorial Trophy, awarded annually to the WHL's Scholastic Player of the Year.

On October 2, 2025, the veteran forward was acquired by Calgary, making his Hitmen debut on October 4, 2025 against the Medicine Hat Tigers.

Between Prince Albert and Calgary, Lodewyk recorded 40 points (18 G-22 A) in 55 regular season games during the 2025-26 campaign, establishing career highs in goals, assists and points. 

During the 2026 WHL Playoffs, Lodewyk appeared in seven games as Calgary reached the second round for a second consecutive season. In total, Lodewyk was featured in 28 postseason games between the Raiders and Hitmen, collecting eight points (4 G-4 A).

Lodewyk closes out his Western League career with 108 points (46 G-62 A) in 284 appearances.

Ethan Moore (F)

Hometown: Okotoks, Alta.
WHL Career Stats: 260 GP – 72 G-75 A – 147 points
WHL Draft: Listed (Calgary Hitmen)

From going undrafted in the 2020 WHL Prospects Draft to becoming the first WHL player since 1996 to score four game-winning goals in single playoff series, Ethan Moore's rise through the Western Hockey League's ranks was nothing short of inspirational. 

And, it all started when the Okotoks, Alta., product signed a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement with the Hitmen on November 8, 2021. He then made his WHL debut on December 30, 2021, against the Medicine Hat Tigers.

Moore spent his entire five-season WHL career in Calgary, steadily developing into a dependable offensive contributor. He broke through with his first 20-goal campaign in the 2024-25 WHL Season before finishing the regular season with 36 points (23 G-13 A) in 68 games before adding seven points in 11 appearances during the 2025 WHL Playoffs.

His final season with the Hitmen proved to be his most productive.

Moore registered 54 points (25 G-29 A) in 66 regular season games during the 2025-26 campaign, establishing career highs in goals, assists and points.

But, it was in the 2026 WHL Playoffs where Moore truly etched his name into the Hitmen record book.

During Calgary’s first-round series against the Brandon Wheat Kings, Moore scored the game-winning goal in each of the Hitmen’s four victories, including the longest 1-0 playoff game in the WHL’s Internet Era.

He finished the 2026 WHL Playoffs with nine goals and 11 points in eight appearances, bringing his career postseason totals to 20 points in 24 games.

After five seasons and 260 regular season games with his hometown club, Moore closes out his WHL career with 147 points (72 G-75 A).

Today, we begin with the graduating players from the Brandon Wheat Kings.

Hometown: Winnipeg, Man. WHL Career Stats: 292 GP – 32G-104A – 136 points WHL Draft: 2020 – Second Round, 44th Overall (Swift Current Broncos)

Originally selected 44th overall by the Swift Current Broncos in the 2020 WHL Prospects Draft, Grayson Burzynski made his Western Hockey League debut on October 2, 2021, against the Medicine Hat Tigers.

The Winnipeg product spent the first four seasons of his WHL career with Swift Current, developing into a steady presence on the Broncos’ blue line. In 233 career games with the Broncos, Burzynski boasted 21 points, 57 assists, and 78 points. He also suited up in 13 career post-season appearances, collecting four points (1 G-3 A).

On May 7, 2025, Burzynski was acquired by the Brandon Wheat Kings alongside teammate and fellow graduate, Luke Mistelbacher, in a trade with Swift Current. The move brought the 6-foot-4 defenceman back to his home province for the final season of his junior career.

And, Burzynski responded to the move with a career year.

In 59 games during the 2025-26 regular season, the blueliner posted a career-best of 47 assists and 58 points – not to mention a plus-20 rating.

Burzynski remained active during the 2026 WHL Playoffs, collecting three points (2 G-1 A) in four, first-round appearances. In total, he skated in 17 career playoff games, picking up seven points (3 G-4 A).

Burzynski closes out his WHL career having appeared in 292 regular season games, recording 136 points (32 G-104 A).

Hometown: Calgary, Alta. WHL Career Stats: 229 GP – 48G-82A – 130 points WHL Draft: 2020 – 10th Round, 220th Overall (Portland Winterhawks)

Nicholas Johnson’s WHL career began with a 10th-round selection by the Portland Winterhawks in the 2020 WHL Prospects Draft.

Selected 220th overall, the Calgary-born product made his Western Hockey League debut on January 8, 2022, against the Kelowna Rockets. Johnson spent the next two-plus seasons with Portland before being acquired by the Brandon Wheat Kings on January 10, 2024.

Involved in one of the biggest deals of the 2023-24 WHL season, Johnson swapped places with former Wheat Kings captain and Detroit Red Wings prospect Nate Danielson.

Following the move, Johnson finished the 2023-24 season with Brandon, recording eight points in 16 appearances. He then established himself as a key offensive contributor for the Wheat Kings, posting 43 points (16G-27A) in 52 games during his 2024-25 campaign.

Johnson's final WHL season proved to be his most productive. The 21-year-old appeared in all 68 regular season games for Brandon in 2025-26, setting career highs in goals (22), assists (31), and points (53). His plus-34 rating was also the best mark of his career.

The forward also capped off his Western League career by reaching the 2026 WHL Playoffs with Brandon. In his five-season career, Johnson never missed the post-season and boasts six points (3G-3A) in 23 playoff appearances.

Johnson closes out his junior hockey career with 130 points (48G-82A) in 229 regular season games.

Luke Mistelbacher (F)

Hometown: Steinbach, Man. WHL Career Stats: 257 GP – 110G-140A – 250 points WHL Draft: Listed (Swift Current Broncos)

Going undrafted in the 2020 WHL Prospects Draft and joining the Swift Current Broncos as a listed player never fazed Luke Mistelbacher. Instead, it inspired him.

On September 23, 2022, the Steinbach, Man., product introduced himself to the WHL by scoring his first career goal in his debut against the Calgary Hitmen. Since then, the high-scoring forward was motivated to develop offensively in Speedy Creek, before eventually emerging as one of the Broncos’ top scoring threats.

His breakout came during the 2024-25 season.

Mistelbacher recorded 93 points (42G-51A) in 67 games, establishing career highs in goals, assists and points while reaching the 40-goal plateau for the first time in his career. Mistelbacher spent four seasons as a member of the Broncos, collecting 68 goals, 94 assists, and 162 points in 190 appearances.

On May 7, 2025, Mistelbacher was acquired by the Brandon Wheat Kings in a blockbuster deal, bringing the forward back to Manitoba for his final season of junior hockey.

Mistelbacher followed up his breakout campaign with another strong offensive season in Brandon. He finished the 2025-26 regular season with 88 points (42G-46A) in 67 games, leading the Wheat Kings in both goals and points.

His 42 goals ranked fifth in the WHL, while his 88 points placed him seventh in League scoring. It also marked the second consecutive season in which Mistelbacher scored 40 or more goals.

In total, Mistelbacher completed his WHL career with 250 points (110G-140A) in 257 regular season games – and, let's not forget about his 16 points (8G-8A) in 18 WHL Playoffs appearances. Mistelbacher also capped off his junior hockey career by being named to the WHL's 2025-26 Eastern Conference First All-Star Team.