Prince George Cougars Head Coach and General Manager Mark Lamb keeps it simple when describing overage forward Josh Maser. “He does everything for us. He’s our offensive leader. He’s our physical leader. He plays a ton of minutes. He’s been getting better every game. When he’s on his game, he’s […]
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Fonstad finding a lot to like in new home with Everett
The Everett Silvertips made a big splash earlier this week when they traded 2001-born forward Reece Vitelli, a second-round pick in 2021, a fourth-round pick in 2021, and a conditional third-round pick in 2022 for 2000-born left wing Cole Fonstad. Fonstad has provided consistent offense in the WHL the last […]
Zellweger named to Hockey Canada’s U-17 group
When the final full roster for Hockey Canada for the World Under-17 Hockey Challenge was announced, a lot of the names from the WHL had to be expected. There were first-round picks galore from the 2018 WHL Bantam Draft. Dylan Guenther from Edmonton, who was taken first overall, was there. […]
Fonstad and Silvertips come back and edge Wheat Kings 3-2
(Everett, WA) The Everett Silvertips (6-3-0-0) were out shooting the visiting Brandon Wheat Kings (3-6-0-0) by a large margin, but just could not finish their opportunities through two periods on Wednesday night. That has been the story for Everett a bit this season as they had just 21 goals in […]
Johnson looking to make his mark in Canada
It didn’t take long for Jake Johnson to sign on the dotted line. The Pats announced his signing on October 2nd, 2018. Johnson was drafted by the Pats in May of that year, and he then attended training camp in the fall. NCAA is clearly the most common direction for […]
ICE continue to make memories and learn
If you enjoy junior hockey and you love a good hockey story, the Winnipeg ICE could be right up your ally as a team to cheer for. Yes, it’s a first year team in the city, and yes, growing pains are expected throughout the 68-game schedule. But, in my mind, […]
Tri-City bounces back with two home wins
After two rough losses last week, the Tri-City Americans were looking forward to getting settled at home with a week of practice and no long bus trips. Turns out home cooking is just what the doctor ordered for the now 5-3-0-0 Americans. They held off the Victoria Royals on Friday […]
Edmonton Oil Kings Player Profiles: Carter Souch off to great start to NHL Draft eligible campaign
Carter Souch came into his draft-eligible season motivated to build off a 45 point sophomore campaign and be a major contributor for the Oil Kings all season long. The 2018-19 season left the forward feeling like he had more to give and something to prove coming into this year’s campaign. […]
Wheat Kings set to embark on tough trip
When the Western Hockey League season kicked off on Friday, September 20, the Brandon Wheat Kings knew that 68 games were ahead and that included 10 against their new provincial rival, the Winnipeg ICE. Brandon split their first two games of the season against Winnipeg, and then they were swept […]
Cossa stands tall for first win at Rogers Place
The streak continues for the Edmonton Oil Kings after a 2-1 shootout victory over the Portland Winterhawks. Since losing 5-2 on home ice against the Lethbridge Hurricanes, Brad Lauer’s men have now taken a point in each of their last seven games with five of them being wins. Things were […]