TORONTO, ON – The Canadian Hockey League (CHL) today unveiled its combined Week 10 & 11 edition of the CHL Top-10 Rankings presented by Delta Hotels by Marriott, for the 2025-26 season.
The Brantford Bulldogs (19-2-4-1) hold No. 1 for an eighth straight week despite dropping their first two regulation games of the season, still boasting a CHL-best 11-0-2-1 home record, a league-leading 4.92 goals per game, and a stacked core headlined by Marek Vanacker, Jake O’Brien, Adam Benak, and new addition Jett Luchanko. The Everett Silvertips (20-3-2-1) climb back to No. 2 on the strength of a 10-2-1-1 run dating back to October 26, tying Brantford with a .827 points percentage while leading the CHL with 20 wins and getting big performances from Carter Bear and Tempo WHL Player of the Week Tarin Smith. Just behind them at No. 3, the Prince Albert Raiders (17-2-4-0) remain one of the league’s stingiest outfits, allowing a CHL-low 2.43 goals per game and posting a .826 points percentage while holding five games in hand on Edmonton in the WHL’s Eastern Conference, with Daxon Rudolph and Aiden Oiring driving the attack as the Raiders prepare for a tough Alberta road swing.
Further down the list, the Ottawa 67’s (19-6-1-1) jump three spots to a season-best No. 5 on the back of a 12-1-0-1 heater since October 29, fueled by tight team defence and an attack paced by Thomas Vandenberg, Jasper Kuhta, and team-leading goal scorer Cooper Foster. The Flint Firebirds (19-6-1-1) debut at No. 8 thanks to the CHL’s longest active point streak at 12 games (11-0-0-1), with New York Rangers prospect Nathan Aspinall and Los Angeles Kings prospect Jimmy Lombardi both sitting among the OHL’s top offensive threats as Flint closes in on the CHL win leaders. At No. 10, the Moncton Wildcats (16-6-2-1) return to the rankings for the first time since the preseason after a dominant 10-2-0-1 November that pushed their points percentage to .700, with 2026 NHL Draft prospect Tommy Bleyl driving offence from the back end and Sharks prospect Teddy Mutryn emerging as a key rookie as Moncton rides a QMJHL-best six-game point streak into December.
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TORONTO (Monday, December 1, 2025) – The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) today announced Top Performers of the Week for the week of regular season games ending Sunday, November 30, 2025.
Wolves’ Kieron Walton Named Cogeco OHL Player of the Week
Winnipeg Jets prospect Kieron Walton is the Cogeco OHL Player of the Week for the second time this season, scoring four goals while adding three assists for seven points over three games.
Walton started the week with his fourth multi-goal performance of the season, scoring twice while adding an assist as the Wolves doubled-up the visiting Barrie Colts 6-3 on Friday. He set-up Artyom Gonchar’s game-tying goal midway through the second period on Saturday in Brampton before scoring the unassisted overtime winner with 24 seconds remaining. Walton closed out the week with a goal and an assist on Sunday in Guelph as the Wolves dropped a 6-2 decision. He carries a 10-game point streak into the week.
A 6-foot-6, 227Ib. left wing from Toronto, Walton sits among the OHL’s top point producers with 35 (17-18–35) over 22 games this season. His 140 shots on goal lead the OHL. Walton was selected by Winnipeg in the sixth round (187th overall) of the 2024 NHL Draft, and signed with the Jets on Apr. 7, 2025. He appeared in four games with the AHL’s Manitoba Moose last season, recording an assist. Over 199 career regular season games, Walton has recorded 81 goals, 102 assists and 183 points since being Sudbury’s second round (28th overall) pick in the 2022 OHL Priority Selection.
2025-26 Cogeco OHL Player of the Week Sept. 18-21: Cole Davis (Windsor Spitfires) Sept. 22-28: Ethan Czata (Niagara IceDogs) Sept. 29-Oct. 5: Kashawn Aitcheson (Barrie Colts) Oct. 6-12: Jake O’Brien (Brantford Bulldogs) Oct. 13-19: Adam Benak (Brantford Bulldogs) Oct. 20-26: Kieron Walton (Sudbury Wolves) Oct. 27-Nov. 2: Harry Nansi (Owen Sound Attack) Nov. 3-9: Alex Kostov (Flint Firebirds) Nov. 10-16: Nathan Aspinall (Flint Firebirds) Nov. 17-23: Marek Vanacker (Brantford Bulldogs) Nov. 24-30: Kieron Walton (Sudbury Wolves)
Steelheads’ Zach Bowen Named Mary Brown’s Chicken OHL Goaltender of the Week
Zach Bowen of the Brampton Steelheads is the Mary Brown’s Chicken OHL Goaltender of the Week, going 2-0 with a 1.50 goals-against average and .959 save percentage.
Bowen turned aside 70 of the 73 shots sent his way, helping the Steelheads earn a pair of wins. He made 36 saves on Wednesday night in Erie, earning second star recognition as the Steelheads beat the Otters 5-2. Bowen was a force at home on Friday, picking up first star honours by making 34 saves as the Steelheads handed the first place Brantford Bulldogs their first regulation loss of the season in a 2-1 final.
A 20 year-old from Kanata, ON, Bowen has been among the OHL’s busiest goaltenders this season with a record of 11-9-1-1 with a 3.27 goals-against average and .892 save percentage over 22 games. The 6-foot-2, 190Ib. veteran is in his fourth OHL season, having compiled a record of 44-47-6-4 with a 3.60 goals-against average and .895 save percentage over 110 games between London, Peterborough and Brampton. He was originally a fourth round (77th overall) pick by the London Knights in the 2022 OHL Priority Selection.
2025-26 Mary Brown’s Chicken OHL Goaltender of the Week Sept. 18-21: Jason Schaubel (Kitchener Rangers) Sept. 22-28: Joey Costanzo (Windsor Spitfires) Sept. 29-Oct. 5: Gavin Betts (Kingston Frontenacs) Oct. 6-12: Mason Vaccari (Flint Firebirds) Oct. 13-19: Patrick Quinlan (Sarnia Sting) Oct. 20-26: Ryerson Leenders (Brantford Bulldogs) Oct. 27-Nov. 2: Aleksei Medvedev (London Knights) Nov. 3-9: Matthew Minchak (Kingston Frontenacs) Nov. 10-16: Ben Hrebik (Barrie Colts) Nov. 17-23: Easton Rye (Peterborough Petes) Nov. 24-30: Zach Bowen (Brampton Steelheads)
Spirit’s Levi Harper Named OHL Rookie of the Week
Saginaw Spirit defenceman Levi Harper is the OHL Rookie of the Week, posting four assists over three games.
Harper recorded two helpers in Wednesday’s 5-4 loss to the Flint Firebirds, added one on Friday in London as the Spirit defeated the Knights 4-2 and tacked on one more in Saturday’s 8-5 loss to the Knights in Saginaw.
A 17-year-old defenceman from Tampa, Florida, Harper leads OHL rookie blueliners with 24 points (6-18–24) over 27 games. The 5-foot-11, 170Ib. right-shot blueliner was selected by Saginaw in the third round (52nd overall) of the 2025 OHL Priority Selection after spending 2024-25 with the Shattuck St. Mary’s 16U AAA program. He is committed to the University of Minnesota (NCAA), and not NHL Draft eligible until 2027.
Greyhounds Prospect William Camputaro Named GOHL Prospect of the Week
Soo Greyhounds prospect William Camputaro of the St. Thomas Stars is the GOHL Prospect of the Week, going 2-0 with a 2.00 goals-against average and .950 save percentage.
Camputaro stopped 76 of the 80 shots sent his direction, helping the Stars stay in the thick of things in the GOHL’s Western Conference. He made 35 saves on Thursday night in Hamilton, stopping 15-of-16 in the third period as the Stars beat the Kilty B’s by a score of 5-2. He was back in the crease on Friday in St. Thomas, making 41 saves as the Stars defeated the Komoka Kings 5-2.
A 17-year-old from Toronto, Camputaro is 3-1 through four games with St. Thomas this season, owning a 1.52 goals-against average and .961 save percentage. The 6-foot-6, 212Ib. netminder spent the 2024-25 season with the OJHL’s St. Michael’s Buzzers, posting a record of 7-6-2 with a 2.76 goals-against average and .903 save percentage in 19 games. The Greyhounds selected Camputaro in the fourth round (80th overall) of the 2024 OHL Priority Selection from the Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 program. He is committed to the University of Nebraska Omaha (NCAA).
FORWARD OF THE MONTH: ALEX KOSTOV – FLINT FIREBIRDS
Draft re-entry candidate for 2026, Kostov delivered a statement month in November, piling up 9 goals and 9 assists across 10 games while recording at least one point in every outing. His signature performance came on November 7, when he lit up the North Bay Battalion with four goals. Remarkably, he followed that effort the very next night with a three-goal showing against the Guelph Storm, cementing one of the most memorable back-to-back performances of the season.
Beyond the scoring touch, Kostov was reliable in the faceoff circle, winning 77 of 145 draws for a 53.1% success rate. His efficiency stood out as well—he generated 36 shots on goal and converted at a sharp 25.0% clip.
Other standouts in November included Owen Sound’s Pierce Mbuyi, who posted 6 goals and 11 assists in 13 games, and Ottawa’s Jasper Kuhta, who chipped in 5 goals and 10 assists over 12 contests.
DEFENSEMAN OF THE MONTH: CHASE REID – SOO GREYHOUNDS
Reid continues to generate buzz in draft circles, and November only strengthened his case. The dynamic defenseman produced 7 goals and 5 assists in just 10 games, showcasing his ability to drive offense from the back end. His impact was felt in key moments—two of his tallies came on the power play, while another stood as the game-winner.
Reid’s shot volume was equally impressive, firing 44 pucks on net throughout the month. His most dominant outing came on November 7 against the Guelph Storm, where he peppered the opposition with 8 shots.
Also in the mix was Windsor’s Carson Woodall, our reigning Defenseman of the Month for September and October. Woodall remained steady with 5 goals and 7 assists across 12 games for the Spitfires.
Chase Reid of the Soo Greyhounds. Photo by OHL Images.
GOALTENDER OF THE MONTH: BEN HREBIK – BARRIE COLTS
The OHL Goaltender of the Week (Nov. 10–16) was a clear choice for us here. Hrebik delivered a dominant stretch, going 6-0-1-1 in eight appearances while turning aside 282 of 298 shots for a stellar .946 save percentage. He rose to the occasion under heavy fire, facing 40-plus shots three times and posting a 2-0-0-1 record in those outings. On two other nights, he stopped 39 shots en route to a perfect 2-0-0-0 mark. His consistency was underscored by a sharp 1.96 goals-against average across the month.
Also in the conversation was Peterborough’s Easton Rye, who put together an impressive run of his own. Rye went 8-2-0-0 in 10 games, stopping 326 of 351 shots for a .929 save percentage.
TORONTO (Friday, November 28, 2025) – The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) today announced Academic Players of the Month for November, recognizing dedication to excellence in the classroom.
East Division – Gavin Betts (Kingston Frontenacs) Kingston Frontenacs goaltender Gavin Betts is the East Division Academic Player of the Month for November, achieving a 93% average across three Grade 12 University-level courses at Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School. Betts has studied Church and Culture, Economics and Chemistry, excelling in the classroom while seeing regular time in the crease.
“Gavin is a strong, determined and exceptionally mature and organized young man,” said Frontenacs Academic Advisor Kristi LeSarge. “He’s not only a top academic Frontenac, but among the strongest of our academic class, and we’re lucky to have him at Holy Cross.”
A second round pick by the Frontenacs in the 2024 OHL Priority Selection, Betts is off to a 5-6-1-1 start in his NHL Draft eligible season. The 5-foot-11, 174Ib. goaltender owns a 3.25 goals-against average, .894 save percentage and one shutout through 14 games after seeing nine games of action as a 16-year-old in 2024-25. Betts, who is 17 years-old and from Toronto, was included on NHL Central Scouting’s players to watch list for the 2026 NHL Draft released in October.
Central Division – Ryder Cali (North Bay Battalion) North Bay Battalion forward Ryder Cali is the Central Division Academic Player of the Month for November, achieving an 86% average in three Grade 12 University-level courses at Chippewa Secondary School. Cali has studied Families in Canada, Kinesiology and English in the current semester.
“Ryder is an active participant in class discussions and he’s able to have more in-depth conversations with his team trainers as a result of what he has learned in Kinesiology this year,” said Shawn Plamondon, who teaches the Kinesiology course at Chippewa. “He works hard in school and is a very deserving candidate of this honour.”
“Ryder’s work ethic, commitment and competitive drive make him a standout player, but it’s his character that truly sets him apart,” said Battalion GM John Winstanley. “He treats teammates, coaches and opponents with respect and he consistently represents the North Bay Battalion with professionalism.”
Listed as a B-rated skater by NHL Central Scouting in their October players to watch list for the 2026 NHL Draft, Cali has 11 points (7-4–11) through 13 games this season, and has missed action due to injury since Oct. 25th. The 6-foot-2, 209Ib. left wing from Penetanguishene, ON was selected by the Soo Greyhounds with the 18th overall pick of the 2024 OHL Priority Selection before being acquired by North Bay in September 2024. He had an impressive season with the OJHL’s Milton Menace in 2024-25, recording 54 points (24-30–54) over 51 games.
Midwest Division – Eric Frossard (Guelph Storm) Guelph Storm defenceman Eric Frossard is the Midwest Division Academic Player of the Month for November, producing a 97% average across four Grade 12 courses through the University of Nebraska High School. Frossard is studying Economics, which he has earned a 100% grade in, along with American History, English and Physics.
“Eric demonstrates a strong work ethic and continues to excel in all of his courses,” said Storm Academic Advisor Coleen Driscoll. “He is a highly motivated and conscientious student who approaches his studies with a very positive attitude. We are very proud of his ongoing academic efforts and accomplishments.”
A 6-foot-4, 195Ib. defenceman from London, ON, Frossard was recently listed as a C-rated prospect on NHL Central Scouting’s players to watch list for the 2026 NHL Draft released in October. The 17-year-old has a pair of assists over 16 games after recording two assists over 30 games with the Storm in 2024-25. Guelph’s third round (43rd overall) pick in the 2024 OHL Priority Selection, Frossard played 21 games with the USHL’s Youngstown Phantoms to begin the 2024-25 season. He is committed to the University of Notre Dame (NCAA).
West Division – Dimian Zhilkin (Saginaw Spirit) Saginaw Spirit forward Dimian Zhilkin is the West Division Academic Player of the Month for November, achieving a 94% average across four Grade 12 courses at Heritage High School. Zhilkin is studying Finite Mathematics, English, Economics and a Work-Based Learning Co-op.
“Dima is a hard-working student who consistently demonstrates his commitment to academics,” said Spirit Academic Advisor Pamela Moretuzzo. “He’s intelligent, diligent in his studies, engaged in his learning and prepared daily for his classes. He works well in a group or individual setting and adds value to class discussions He serves as a role model for his younger teammates and peers.
“Dima’s leadership extends beyond the classroom and the rink,” she added. “He is actively involved in community service events through the Spirit organization, regularly volunteering his time at youth hockey clinics, school outreach programs, and local charitable initiatives His willingness to give back to the community – despite his demanding schedule – speaks volumes about his character, humility and commitment to being a positive influence.”
Zhilkin has been a leader for the Spirit on the ice, recording a club-leading 15 goals along with 11 assists for 26 points over 20 games. The 17-year-old from Windsor, ON, comes-off an impressive rookie season in Saginaw that included 43 points (16-27–43) over 54 games, seeing him named to the league’s first all-rookie team. The 5-foot-10, 185Ib. left wing is eligible for the 2027 NHL Draft.
2025-26 OHL Academic Players of the Month
East Division November – Gavin Betts (Kingston Frontenacs) October – Aiden O’Donnell (Oshawa Generals/Brantford Bulldogs)
Central Division November – Ryder Cali (North Bay Battalion) October – Cole Emerton (Barrie Colts)
Midwest Division November – Eric Frossard (Guelph Storm) October – Lucas Ambrosio (Erie Otters)
West Division November – Dimian Zhilkin (Saginaw Spirit) October – Mason Vaccari (Flint Firebirds)
TORONTO (Tuesday, November 25, 2025) – The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) today announced the first edition of the OHL Cup Top-10 Rankings for the 2025-26 season, with the Greater Toronto Hockey League’s (GTHL) Vaughan Kings earning the number one position heading into the Gloria Rints Memorial International Silver Stick Tournament being held from November 27-30 at Iroquois Park Sports Centre in Whitby, ON.
The weekly rankings, determined by a panel of scouts from OHL member teams, highlight the top teams competing for an opportunity to play in the 2026 OHL Cup hosted by the GTHL, which will showcase 25 teams featuring talent eligible for the OHL Priority Selection that will take place at Slush Puppie Place in Kingston on June 12-13, 2026.
OHL Cup Top-10 Rankings (Week 1)
Vaughan Kings (GTHL)
Little Caesars (USA AAA)
Toronto Jr. Canadiens (GTHL)
Hill Academy (Ontario Prep)
London Jr. Knights (ALLIANCE)
Mississauga Senators (GTHL)
Markham Majors (GTHL)
Don Mills Flyers (GTHL)
Upper Canada College (Ontario Prep)
Quinte Red Devils (OMHA)
Honorable Mentions: Woodbridge Wolfpack (USA AAA), Credit River Capitals (OMHA), York-Simcoe Express (OMHA), Toronto Marlboros (GTHL), HoneyBaked (USA AAA).
The 2026 OHL Cup will kick off with four wild card play-in matchups on Monday, March 30, 2026. All games will be held at Scotiabank Pond in Toronto before the Championship Final moves to the historic Mattamy Athletic Centre on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 2:00pm.
The OHL Cup has established itself as a premier development tournament, serving as a critical showcase for the next generation of hockey talent. More than 200 OHL Cup graduates have advanced to play in the OHL en route to the National Hockey League (NHL), including more than 110 players currently on NHL rosters.
Rankings will be updated weekly throughout the season as teams compete for positioning ahead of the 2026 OHL Cup tournament. More information on tournament qualification can be found here.
TORONTO (Monday, November 24, 2025) -The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) today announced Top Performers of the Week for the week of regular season games ending Sunday, November 23, 2025.
Bulldogs’ Marek Vanacker Named Cogeco OHL Player of the Week
Chicago Blackhawks prospect Marek Vanacker of the Brantford Bulldogs is the Cogeco OHL Player of the Week, producing three goals, three assists and six points in a pair of victories last week.
Vanacker had the Bulldogs firing on all cylinders Thursday night in Niagara, scoring three goals while adding an assist as Brantford prevailed by a score of 5-0. Vanacker followed-up his third four-point performance of the season with a pair of primary assists at home against Sarnia on Friday as the Bulldogs won by a score of 7-2, improving to 18-0-4-1.
A 19-year-old from Delhi, ON, Vanacker leads the OHL with 21 goals along with 11 assists and 32 points over 21 games. His plus-20 plus/minus rating is tied for second-best in the League. Chosen by the Chicago Blackhawks in the first round (27th overall) of the 2024 NHL Draft, Vanacker owns a career OHL stat-line that includes 85 goals, 87 assists and 172 points over 189 regular season games. The Bulldogs selected him with their first round (23rd overall) pick in 2022. Internationally, Vanacker won gold with Canada at the 2024 IIHF World Under-18 Hockey Championship.
2025-26 Cogeco OHL Player of the Week Sept. 18-21: Cole Davis (Windsor Spitfires) Sept. 22-28: Ethan Czata (Niagara IceDogs) Sept. 29-Oct. 5: Kashawn Aitcheson (Barrie Colts) Oct. 6-12: Jake O’Brien (Brantford Bulldogs) Oct. 13-19: Adam Benak (Brantford Bulldogs) Oct. 20-26: Kieron Walton (Sudbury Wolves) Oct. 27-Nov. 2: Harry Nansi (Owen Sound Attack) Nov. 3-9: Alex Kostov (Flint Firebirds) Nov. 10-16: Nathan Aspinall (Flint Firebirds) Nov. 17-23: Marek Vanacker (Brantford Bulldogs)
Petes’ Easton Rye Named Mary Brown’s Chicken OHL Goaltender of the Week
Peterborough Petes netminder Easton Rye is the Mary Brown’s Chicken OHL Goaltender of the Week, going 2-0 with a 1.50 goals-against average and .952 save percentage.
Rye turned aside 34-of-35 shots on Thursday night as the Petes were 7-1 winners over the Brampton Steelheads. He stopped 26 more shots on Saturday as Peterborough prevailed over visiting Kingston 6-2, improving to 14-8-1-1 for fourth in the Eastern Conference.
A 19-year-old hometown product from Peterborough, Rye sits tied for the OHL lead with 13 wins, owning a 2.77 goals-against average and .914 save percentage over 19 games. The 6-foot, 196Ib. goaltender owns a career mark of 24-22-3-2 with a 3.63 goals-against average and .898 save percentage through 57 career regular season games since the Petes selected him in the fifth round (89th overall) of the 2022 OHL Priority Selection.
2025-26 Mary Brown’s Chicken OHL Goaltender of the Week Sept. 18-21: Jason Schaubel (Kitchener Rangers) Sept. 22-28: Joey Costanzo (Windsor Spitfires) Sept. 29-Oct. 5: Gavin Betts (Kingston Frontenacs) Oct. 6-12: Mason Vaccari (Flint Firebirds) Oct. 13-19: Patrick Quinlan (Sarnia Sting) Oct. 20-26: Ryerson Leenders (Brantford Bulldogs) Oct. 27-Nov. 2: Aleksei Medvedev (London Knights) Nov. 3-9: Matthew Minchak (Kingston Frontenacs) Nov. 10-16: Ben Hrebik (Barrie Colts) Nov. 17-23: Easton Rye (Peterborough Petes)
Bulldogs’ Caleb Malhotra Named OHL Rookie of the Week
2026 NHL Draft prospect Caleb Malhotra of the Brantford Bulldogs is the OHL Rookie of the Week, registering two goals and two assists over a pair of wins last week.
Malhotra put together a four-point performance in Friday’s 7-2 win over the Sarnia Sting, scoring twice while adding two assists as Brantford improved to 18-0-4-1 atop the OHL standings. It marks his second 4+ point performance of the season following a five-point (2-3–5) showing on Sept. 27th vs. Sudbury.
A 17-year-old from Toronto, Malhotra sits second in OHL rookie scoring with 29 points (10-19–29) over 23 games with a plus/minus rating of plus-8. The 6-foot-2, 182Ib. centreman is an A-rated prospect by NHL Central Scouting for the 2026 NHL Draft. The Bulldogs acquired Malhotra from the Kingston Frontenacs in Sept. 2024 after he was originally chosen eighth overall by the Fronts in the 2024 OHL Priority Selection. This marks the second time this season that Malhotra, who is committed to Boston University (NCAA), has earned OHL Rookie of the Week honours.
Knights Prospect Alex Campeau Named GOHL Prospect of the Week
London Knights prospect Alex Campeau of the London Nationals is the GOHL Prospect of the Week, recording two goals and two assists for four points over a pair of games.
Campeau chipped in an assist in Wednesday’s 4-2 loss to the Strathroy Rockets before connecting for two goals and an assist on Saturday as the Nationals defeated the visiting LaSalle Vipers 6-1.
A 6-foot-4, 172Ib. forward from Cornwall, ON, Campeau has recorded seven goals, 14 assists and 21 points over 19 games with the Nationals this season. The 16-year-old was selected by the Knights with their first round (23rd overall) pick from the Eastern Ontario Wild U16 AAA program last spring.
Campeau follows Jake Ritson and Brendan Gerber to become the third Knights prospect to claim GOHL Prospect of the Week honours this season.
TORONTO (Thursday, November 20, 2025) – The Canadian Hockey League (CHL) is pleased to announce that the Guelph Storm of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) have been selected to host the 2027 Memorial Cup presented by Kubota. The 107th edition of the CHL’s championship event will be staged in Guelph, Ontario, in the spring of 2027, as the city celebrates 200 years since its founding in 1827. Exact dates for the tournament will be announced at a later time.
As part of today’s announcement, the CHL, OHL, and Guelph Storm will host a formal press conference tomorrow (November 21) at 2:00 p.m. ET at the Storm’s home arena (50 Woolwich Street, Guelph, ON, N1H 3T9). Members of the media interested in attending are asked to confirm their attendance by contacting Christopher Séguin, CHL Manager of Media Relations, at cseguin@chl.ca.
Guelph was selected following a competitive bidding process among OHL clubs interested in hosting the 2027 tournament. Earlier this fall, the Storm and the Kitchener Rangers were identified as the two finalist organizations in contention to host the event. After formal presentations and site visits, the final decision was made by the 2027 Memorial Cup Site Selection Committee, an independent panel of five leaders from across the sports and business communities: Annie Rummel (former CEO, Great Lakes Bay Regional Convention & Visitors Bureau), Colin Campbell (Executive Vice-President of Hockey Operations, NHL), Shawn Redmond (Vice President and General Manager, TSN/RDS), Aaron Fransen (Lawyer, Stikemans), and Dean McIntosh (Senior Vice President of Revenue, Fan Experience & Community Impact, Hockey Canada). Each bid was evaluated across four key categories: Business Operations, Community Engagement & Atmosphere, Event Logistics, and Hockey Operations.
“We are thrilled to be bringing the 2027 Memorial Cup presented by Kubota to Guelph,” said Dan MacKenzie, President of the CHL. “The Storm put forward an outstanding bid that showcased not only their organizational strength, but also the passion, vision, and community spirit that make the Royal City such a special junior hockey market. With the Memorial Cup returning to Guelph in the same year the city marks its bicentennial, fans can expect an unforgettable event that celebrates Guelph’s history and the tournament’s rich tradition, while providing a world-class experience for players, fans, and partners alike.”
“The Storm have established themselves as one of the premier franchises in the Canadian Hockey League, with four OHL championships and an impressive group of distinguished alumni that have gone on to do great things both in the game of hockey and in professional life,” added OHL Commissioner Bryan Crawford. “Guelph’s passionate fan base and first-class facilities make them an ideal host for this prestigious tournament. I have no doubt the Storm will be driven to capture their first-ever Memorial Cup title on home ice, and we look forward to an unforgettable event in 2026.”
“Hosting the Memorial Cup in 2027 is an incredible honour for our organization and our city,” stated Scott Walker, Guelph Storm Partner and President of Hockey Operations. “This event is the pinnacle of junior hockey, and bringing it to Guelph during our bicentennial year makes it even more special. We’re excited to showcase our passionate fans, our community, and the tradition of excellence that defines the Storm.”
“I am absolutely thrilled the Memorial Cup is coming to Guelph! We’re ready to make this unforgettable event the centrepiece of Guelph’s bicentennial celebrations in 2027,” said Cam Guthrie, Mayor of Guelph. “With the Guelph Storm, we look forward to showcasing Guelph’s passion for hockey, celebrating our vibrant community, and welcoming fans from across the country to experience everything we have to offer.”
“We’re excited that Guelph has been chosen to host the 2027 Memorial Cup, and we’re looking forward to our continued partnership as the Official Presenting Partner,” declared Steve Sweetnam, Marketing Director for Kubota Canada. “The Memorial Cup isn’t just a championship—it’s a gathering that celebrates community, our sports heritage, and the passion for hockey that brings Canadians together. At Kubota Canada, we value the CHL’s contribution to youth development in local communities, and we’re delighted to share the excitement this tournament brings to Guelph and fans nationwide.”
With Guelph set to mark 200 years in 2027 since its establishment in 1827, the City and the Storm plan to work closely with community partners to integrate the Memorial Cup into a broader calendar of bicentennial events. Together, they will aim to create a festival-style atmosphere that brings people downtown and throughout the Royal City, connecting hockey enthusiasts and non-hockey fans alike through concerts, outdoor activations, community initiatives, and family-friendly programming tied to the tournament.
The Guelph Storm and the City of Guelph share a rich history with the Memorial Cup. The Storm have competed in six Memorial Cups (1996, 1998, 2002, 2004, 2014, 2019) and previously hosted the event in 2002, marking the franchise’s first time staging the tournament. While the Storm franchise is still seeking its first Memorial Cup title, Guelph hockey fans have twice celebrated CHL supremacy, with the Guelph Biltmore Mad Hatters capturing the trophy in 1952 and the Guelph Platers doing so in 1986. The city also played a role as a co-host of the 1962 Memorial Cup alongside Kitchener and Hamilton.
With a talented young core in place, the Guelph Storm have built an exciting foundation heading into 2026-27. In goal, 2026 NHL Draft-eligible Zachary Jovanovski – a B-rated prospect by NHL Central Scouting and a participant at next week’s 2025 CHL USA Prospects Challenge – projects as a key piece alongside 2027 NHL Draft-eligible Collin Ellsworth, who earned a silver medal with Canada Red at the 2024 U17 World Challenge. On the blue line, Pittsburgh Penguins prospect Quinn Beauchesne and 2026 NHL Draft-eligible defenceman Eric Frossard form a promising pairing that is expected to play an important role on the Storm’s blue line moving forward. Up front, Jaakko Wycisk, the second-overall pick in the 2025 OHL Priority Selection, and 2026 NHL Draft-eligible Carter Stevens headline an emerging forward group that gives Guelph an exciting mix of high-end skill and growing talent.
In 2027, the Guelph Storm will be one of four clubs competing in the Memorial Cup tournament alongside the playoff champions from each of the OHL, Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL), and Western Hockey League (WHL). The 2027 Memorial Cup will follow the 2025 tournament in Rimouski, Québec, and the 2026 Memorial Cup presented by Kubota, which will be hosted by the Kelowna Rockets of the WHL in Kelowna, B.C., from May 21–31, 2026.
The most recent Memorial Cup was held last spring in Rimouski, where the London Knights defeated the Medicine Hat Tigers 4-1 in the final to win the franchise’s third CHL championship. With that victory, London joined the Cornwall Royals, Kamloops Blazers, and Windsor Spitfires as the only clubs to win three Memorial Cup titles since 1972.
About the Memorial Cup
The Memorial Cup is the CHL’s iconic championship event, bringing together the playoff champions of the Western Hockey League (WHL), Ontario Hockey League (OHL), and Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL), along with a host team, in a four-club round-robin tournament to crown the CHL champion.
First awarded in 1919, the Memorial Cup has become one of the most storied and prestigious trophies in hockey, helping shape more than a century of junior hockey history in North America. Originally donated by the Ontario Hockey Association to honour Canadian soldiers who gave their lives in the First World War, the trophy was rededicated in 2010 to commemorate all fallen members of the Canadian Armed Forces. Today, the Memorial Cup stands as a powerful symbol of remembrance, sacrifice, and national pride, while showcasing many of the best junior hockey players in the world.
The next edition of the tournament, the 2026 Memorial Cup presented by Kubota, will be hosted by the Kelowna Rockets (WHL) in Kelowna, B.C., from May 21–31, 2026, with tournament ticket packages now available.
About the Canadian Hockey League (CHL)
The Canadian Hockey League (CHL) is the world’s largest development hockey league with 52 Canadian and nine American teams participating in the Western Hockey League (WHL), Ontario Hockey League (OHL), and Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL). The CHL supplies more players to the National Hockey League (NHL) and U SPORTS than any other league. During the 2024-25 season, of the 1,000-plus players who played a game in the NHL, over 415 came through the CHL. At the 2025 NHL Draft, 90 CHL players were selected, including 21 in the first round. For more information regarding the CHL, please visit chl.ca.
About the Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) has long been regarded as the number one development league in the world, continuing to serve as a leading supplier of talent for the National Hockey League. The OHL consists of 20 teams, with 17 located in Ontario, two in the state of Michigan and one in the state of Pennsylvania. A proud member of the Canadian Hockey League, the OHL is also a leading provider of hockey scholarships, with over 329 graduates receiving OHL Scholarships to pursue a post-secondary education of their choice in 2024-25, resulting in a collective investment of over $42 million by OHL member teams over the past 15 years.
TORONTO, ON – The Canadian Hockey League (CHL) today unveiled its Week 9 edition of the CHL Top-10 Rankings presented by Delta Hotels by Marriott for the 2025-26 season.
The No. 1-ranked Bulldogs extended their remarkable point streak to 21 games, remaining the CHL’s only team without a regulation loss while maintaining league-best marks offensively and in goal differential. Prince Albert surged to No. 2 on the strength of a dominant U.S. road swing, earning statement wins over Everett, Portland, and Seattle as Michal Orsulak continued his rise as one of the WHL’s top netminders. Everett, now No. 3, remains firmly entrenched among the elite after registering its 17th win of the season—tied for the CHL lead—and riding another standout week from WHL Goaltender of the Week Anders Miller, who helped the Silvertips close on a high note against Kelowna.
Just behind them, Edmonton, Blainville-Boisbriand, and Ottawa all climbed the rankings on the strength of impressive recent runs. The Oil Kings jumped to No. 4 after a perfect 3-0-0-0 week powered by one of the CHL’s most dangerous offences, surpassing the 100-goal plateau and matching Everett for the CHL lead in wins. In the QMJHL, Blainville-Boisbriand rose to No. 7 after a pair of convincing road victories pushed them to a QMJHL-leading 14 wins and made them the first team in the Q to break the 100-goal mark. Ottawa, meanwhile, made its 2025-26 season debut in the Top 10, riding a nine-game point streak and an OHL Rookie of the Week performance from goaltender Ryder Fetterolf to reach No. 8.
For the 2025-26 season, fans can catch every game with FloHockey streaming the OHL and QMJHL, and Victory+ serving as the home of the WHL. FloHockey features full regular-season and playoff coverage for the OHL and QMJHL, while Victory+ offers free access to every WHL game along with playoffs and more.
TORONTO (Monday, November 17, 2025) – The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) today announced Top Performers of the Week for the week of regular season games ending Sunday, November 16, 2025.
Firebirds’ Nathan Aspinall Named Cogeco OHL Player of the Week
New York Rangers prospect Nathan Aspinall is the Cogeco OHL Player of the Week, recording four goals, three assists and seven points over three wins.
Aspinall put together back-to-back two-goal performances, lighting the lamp twice before setting-up the game-winner on Friday night in Brantford as the Firebirds defeated the first place Bulldogs 3-2 in overtime. He was the game’s first star once again on Saturday, recording two goals and two assists as Flint scored six unanswered goals to beat visiting Owen Sound 6-2.
A 19-year-old from Markham, ON, Aspinall leads the Firebirds with 27 points (12-15–27) over 18 games in his fourth OHL season. The 6-foot-7, 207Ib. left wing was the Rangers’ fifth round (159th overall) pick in the 2024 NHL Draft, and signed a three-year entry-level NHL contract with the Blueshirts on Oct. 23, 2025. He’s amassed 112 points (48-64–112) over 174 career regular season games with Flint. The Firebirds selected Aspinall in the second round (33rd overall) in the 2022 OHL Priority Selection from the Markham Majors AAA program.
2025-26 Cogeco OHL Player of the Week Sept. 18-21: Cole Davis (Windsor Spitfires) Sept. 22-28: Ethan Czata (Niagara IceDogs) Sept. 29-Oct. 5: Kashawn Aitcheson (Barrie Colts) Oct. 6-12: Jake O’Brien (Brantford Bulldogs) Oct. 13-19: Adam Benak (Brantford Bulldogs) Oct. 20-26: Kieron Walton (Sudbury Wolves) Oct. 27-Nov. 2: Harry Nansi (Owen Sound Attack) Nov. 3-9: Alex Kostov (Flint Firebirds) Nov. 10-16: Nathan Aspinall (Flint Firebirds)
Colts’ Ben Hrebik Named Mary Brown’s Chicken OHL Goaltender of the Week
Ben Hrebik of the Barrie Colts is the Mary Brown’s Chicken OHL Goaltender of the Week, going 1-0-1-0 with a 1.46 goals-against average and .958 save percentage over a pair of starts.
Hrebik turned aside 69 shots last week, providing 26 of those on Thursday as the Colts fell 2-1 in overtime to the visiting Saginaw Spirit. Hrebik was the game’s first star at Sadlon Arena on Saturday, stopping 43-of-44 as Barrie defeated the Peterborough Petes 3-1.
A 19-year-old from Milton, ON, Hrebik is 6-5-1-3 with a 3.07 goals-against average and .918 save percentage in 15 games this season. A former ninth round (173rd overall) pick by the Colts in 2022, Hrebik owns a career mark of 27-15-3-3 with a 2.98 goals-against average and .918 save percentage over 51 regular season games. He attended Prospects Camp with the Carolina Hurricanes in June 2025.
2025-26 Mary Brown’s Chicken OHL Goaltender of the Week Sept. 18-21: Jason Schaubel (Kitchener Rangers) Sept. 22-28: Joey Costanzo (Windsor Spitfires) Sept. 29-Oct. 5: Gavin Betts (Kingston Frontenacs) Oct. 6-12: Mason Vaccari (Flint Firebirds) Oct. 13-19: Patrick Quinlan (Sarnia Sting) Oct. 20-26: Ryerson Leenders (Brantford Bulldogs) Oct. 27-Nov. 2: Aleksei Medvedev (London Knights) Nov. 3-9: Matthew Minchak (Kingston Frontenacs) Nov. 10-16: Ben Hrebik (Barrie Colts)
67’s’ Ryder Fetterolf Named OHL Rookie of the Week
Ottawa 67’s netminder Ryder Fetterolf is the OHL Rookie of the Week for the second time this season, going 2-0 with a 1.44 goals-against average and .942 save percentage.
Fetterolf turned aside 23-of-24 shots on Wednesday at the Canadian Tire Centre, earning second star honours as the 67’s defeated the Kingston Frontenacs 2-1 in a shootout. He provided 26 more saves on Saturday, earning second star recognition once again as Ottawa defeated the Niagara IceDogs 6-2.
A 17-year-old from Sewickley, Pennsylvania, Fetterolf is among the league leaders with a record of 10-2-1-0, a 1.90 goals-against average and .928 save percentage through 13 outings. The 6-foot, 186Ib. netminder is on a six-game winning streak, performing well in his NHL Draft eligible season. The 67’s signed Fetterolf as an undrafted free agent out of Gilmour Academy where he excelled in their prep hockey program last season. He is committed to Penn State University (NCAA).
Firebirds Prospect Ulysses Lombardi Named GOHL Prospect of the Week
Flint Firebirds prospect Ulysses Lombardi of the Waterloo Siskins is the GOHL Prospect of the Week, recording four goals, two assists and six points over a pair of outings.
Lombardi collected five points on Thursday night in Ayr, scoring a hat-trick while adding two assists as the Siskins defeated the Ayr Centennials 10-3. He lit the lamp again on Sunday as Waterloo fell to rival Cambridge by a score of 4-2.
A 17-year-old from Aurora, ON, Lombardi has 18 points (8-10–18) over 12 games in his first GOHL season. The younger brother of former Firebirds 100-point scorer Amadeus Lombardi spent 2024-25 with the Markham Waxers U18 AAA program, recording 32 points (18-14–32) in 30 regular season games before adding 16 points (9-7–16) over 10 playoff contests to help them win an OMHA championship. He was Flint’s 10th round (188th overall) pick in 2024.
TORONTO, ON – The Canadian Hockey League (CHL) today unveiled its Week 8 edition of the CHL Top-10 Rankings presented by Delta Hotels by Marriott for the 2025-26 season.
The CHL’s top three remain unchanged for a second straight week. The Brantford Bulldogs (15-0-3-1) remain the CHL’s lone unbeaten team in regulation, extending their 19-game point streak while leading the league in virtually every major category — from goals per game (5.26) to power play efficiency (41.0%). In the WHL, Everett (15-1-2-0) continues to mirror Brantford’s dominance with a CHL-best 15 wins and a six-game point streak (5-0-1-0), powered by the steady play of Raiden LeGall in goal and Matias Vanhanen’s offensive surge. Rounding out the top three, Windsor (15-3-1-1) remains one of the CHL’s most balanced clubs, led by Liam Greentree’s scoring touch and Joey Costanzo’s consistency in goal — ranking among the OHL’s best with a 1.81 GAA and .918 save percentage.
Two WHL teams are climbing fast, as the Prince Albert Raiders and Edmonton Oil Kings continue their rise up the rankings. The Raiders (12-1-3-0) have points in nine of their last 10 and sit third in the CHL with an .844 points percentage, backed by rookie standout Michal Orsulak and top 2026 NHL Draft prospect Daxon Rudolph. Right behind them, the Oil Kings (14-4-1-1) have strung together five straight wins to stay atop the WHL’s Eastern Conference, led by Colorado Avalanche prospect Max Curran and 2026 NHL Draft prospect Joe Iginla. Meanwhile, the Drummondville Voltigeurs (12-4-1-1) make their first CHL Top-10 appearance of the season, entering at No. 10 on the strength of a CHL-best eight-game winning streak. Behind rookie goaltender Jan Larys and the offensive trio of Jesse Allecia, Maxime Lafond, and Renaud Poulin, Drummondville has emerged as one of the hottest teams in the QMJHL heading into mid-November.
For the 2025-26 season, fans can catch every game with FloHockey streaming the OHL and QMJHL, and Victory+ serving as the home of the WHL. FloHockey features full regular-season and playoff coverage for the OHL and QMJHL, while Victory+ offers free access to every WHL game along with playoffs and more.
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