FORWARD OF THE MONTH: NIKITA KLEPOV – SAGINAW SPIRIT
Nikita Klepov earned the honor on the strength of a dominant January, posting 8 goals and 11 assists across 12 games. All but one of his goals came at five‑on‑five, and he was held off the scoresheet only three times during the month. He delivered five multi‑point performances, and in every game in which he scored — save for one — he also added at least one assist, underscoring just how impactful he was shift after shift.
Also considered was Ben Wilmott of the Barrie Colts who had 7 goals and 8 assists through 13 games. Cooper Dennis of the Brantford Bulldogs also drew attention with 7 goals and 7 assists though 11 games.
DEFENSEMAN OF THE MONTH: CHASE REID – SOO GREYHOUNDS
With 4 goals and 8 assists across 9 January games, Chase Reid earns the nod this month. Three of his four tallies came on the power play, and one stood up as a game‑winner. He delivered a multi‑goal performance on January 25 against North Bay and added a single multi‑assist outing, underscoring his steady, game‑to‑game impact.
Also considered was Parker von Richter of the Barrie Colts who posted 3 goals and 9 assists through 13 games in January.
GOALTENDER OF THE MONTH: EASTON RYE – PETERBOROUGH PETES
Easton Rye posted a 7-3-0-0 record in January to lead the Petes. In total, he faced 292 shots, stopping 272 of them for an impressive .932 save percentage.
Also considered was Sebastian Gatto of the London Knights who went 5-1-0-0 and a .931 save percentage. Arvin Jaswal of the Barrie Colts went 5-0-0-0 with a .932 save percentage.
Ryder Fetterolf of the Ottawa 67’s/ Photo by OHL Images
If you’re anything like me, you’re more than ready to turn the page on January and the mountain of snow it delivered. But the end of the month also signals something far more intriguing: a fresh look at which of the OHL’s draft‑eligible talents are setting the pace as we head into the heart of the season.
Here is a look at the statistical leaders as of January 31, 2026.
TORONTO (Friday, January 30, 2026) – The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) today announced Academic Players of the Month for January, recognizing dedication to excellence in the classroom.
East Division – Thomas Vandenberg (Ottawa 67’s) Draft eligible Ottawa 67’s forward Thomas Vandenberg is the East Division Academic Player of the Month for January, posting an 87% average in Grade 12 studies through Blyth Academy The Glebe. Vandenberg is currently studying Advanced Functions, English, World Cultures and Challenge and Change in Society.
“I continue to be impressed by Thomas’ academic efforts and results,” said 67’s Academic Advisor Eileen Duffin. “Thomas has earned the January Academic award as a result of his continued hard work, persistence and positive attitude. He sets an excellent example for fellow Ottawa 67’s student athletes.”
A 17-year-old centreman from Nepean, Vandenberg is enjoying a successful first season in the OHL, recording 17 goals, 17 assists and 34 points over 37 games along with a plus/minus rating of plus-14. He recently represented the Eastern Conference in the Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects Game held in Peterborough. Ottawa’s fifth round (93rd overall) pick in the 2024 OHL Priority Selection, Vandenberg spent 2024-25 with the USHL’s Cedar Rapids Roughriders, recording 18 points (9-9–18) in 55 games. He is the 25th-ranked North American skater on NHL Central Scouting’s midterm rankings. Vandenberg is committed to Providence College (NCAA).
Central Division – Brady Smith (Sudbury Wolves) First-year Sudbury Wolves defenceman Brady Smith is the Central Division Academic Player of the Month for January, excelling in Grade 12 studies through St. Charles College in Sudbury.
“Brady is a true student-athlete,” said Academic Advisor Jennifer Humphrey. “He’s really demonstrated a great ability to balance academic requirements with a busy hockey career. He has worked very hard and is deserving of this honour.”
A 17-year-old defenceman from Oshawa, ON, Smith has recorded one assist over 20 games with the Wolves this season. The 6-foot-2, 194Ib. left-shot blueliner was the club’s sixth round (111th overall) pick in the 2024 OHL Priority Selection from the Oshawa Minor Generals AAA program. He recorded 13 points (2-11–13) over 51 games with the OJHL’s Stouffville Spirit in 2024-25.
Midwest Division – Braidy Wassilyn (London Knights) NHL Draft eligible London Knights forward Braidy Wassilyn is the Midwest Division Academic Player of the Month for January, securing high marks through his Grade 12 studies, including an 88% mark in English.
“Braidy consistently demonstrates an excellent work ethic and a high level of independence in completing his academic responsibilities,” said Knights Academic Advisor Wendy Glover. “He completes all assigned work thoroughly and on time without requiring reminders, and he approaches his studies with maturity and focus. Braidy is respectful, responsible, and thoughtful in his interactions, and his intelligence and kindness are evident in everything he does. He is a pleasure to work with and sets a strong example for others. We are proud of him in London!”
A 17-year-old from Campbellville, ON, Wassilyn has recorded 15 goals, 17 assists and 32 points over 40 games between the Knights and the Niagara IceDogs this season. A former fourth overall pick by Niagara in the 2024 OHL Priority Selection, Wassilyn recently suited up for the Western Conference in the Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects Game. He’s the 50th-ranked North American skater on NHL Central Scouting’s midterm rankings. Wassilyn is committed to Boston University (NCAA).
West Division – Harris Pangretitsch (Soo Greyhounds) NHL Draft prospect Harris Pangretitsch of the Soo Greyhounds is the West Division Academic Player of the Month for January, posting a 95% average in Grade 12 studies through Superior Heights Secondary School. Pangretitsch is currently studying Canadian & International Politics, Business Leadership, Accounting and Advanced Math Functions.
“Harris has emerged from an academically strong group of teammates and to date has demonstrated an outstanding academic performance with an overall average of 95%,” said Greyhounds Academic Advisor Mary-Lynne Lukenda. “His 98% grade in Advanced Math Functions could not be achieved without sound time management, study skills and commitment. He has also played very well for the Greyhounds this season and exemplifies the ‘best of both worlds’ philosophy of the OHL.”
A 17-year-old defenceman from Toronto, Pangretitsch has a goal, nine assists and 10 points over 45 games on the blue line, to go with a plus-10 rating. The 6-foot-4, 216Ib. Pangretitsch spent the 2024-25 at Choate Rosemary Hall located in Wallingford, Connecticut, recording 15 points (6-9–15) over 25 games. The Greyhounds selected Pangretitsch in the fourth round (82nd overall) of the 2024 OHL Priority Selection from the Toronto Marlboros AAA program. He is the 152nd-ranked North American skater on NHL Central Scouting’s midterm rankings.
2025-26 OHL Academic Players of the Month
East Division January – Thomas Vandenberg (Ottawa 67’s) December – Colin Feeley (Oshawa Generals) November – Gavin Betts (Kingston Frontenacs) October – Aiden O’Donnell (Oshawa Generals/Brantford Bulldogs)
Central Division January – Brady Smith (Sudbury Wolves) December – Ryerson Edgar (Niagara IceDogs) November – Ryder Cali (North Bay Battalion) October – Cole Emerton (Barrie Colts)
Midwest Division January – Braidy Wassilyn (London Knights) December – Alexander Bilecki (Kitchener Rangers) November – Eric Frossard (Guelph Storm) October – Lucas Ambrosio (Erie Otters)
West Division January – Harris Pangretitsch (Soo Greyhounds) December – Chase Gaughan (Sarnia Sting) November – Dimian Zhilkin (Saginaw Spirit) October – Mason Vaccari (Flint Firebirds)
TORONTO (Tuesday, January 27, 2026) – The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) today announced the ninth edition of the OHL Cup Top-10 Rankings for the 2025-26 season, with the Mississauga Senators up three spots to a season-high of number four this week following wins over the Jr. Canadiens and Reps Hockey Club. The Vaughan Kings make their return to the Top-10 after missing the cut the past two weeks. The HEO’s Ottawa Jr. 67’s are also on the radar as an honourable mention following their recent success.
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 9)
RANK
TEAM
LAST WEEK
WEEKS RANKED
1
Little Caesars (USA AAA)
1
9
2
HoneyBaked (USA AAA)
2
8
3
Upper Canada College (Ontario Prep)
3
9
4
Mississauga Senators (GTHL)
7
6
5
Toronto Jr. Canadiens (GTHL)
4
9
6
Hill Academy (Ontario Prep)
5
9
7
London Jr. Knights (ALLIANCE)
6
9
8
Vaughan Kings (GTHL)
–
7
9
Barrie Colts (OMHA)
10
3
10
Toronto Marlboros (GTHL)
8
6
Honourable Mentions: Woodbridge Wolfpack (USA), Ajax-Pickering Raiders (OMHA), Credit River Capitals (OMHA), Ottawa Jr. 67’s (HEO), Quinte Red Devils (OMHA)
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, ON – The Canadian Hockey League (CHL) today unveiled its Week 18 edition of the CHL Top-10 Rankings presented by Delta Hotels by Marriott for the 2025-26 season.
A reshuffled top three headlines this week’s CHL Top-10 Rankings, led by the Prince Albert Raiders (35-6-4-0), who have surged to No. 1 for the first time this season after a perfect 4-0-0-0 week and a dominant 26-6 aggregate margin that extended their winning streak to seven. Close behind, the Everett Silvertips (36-6-2-1) climbed back into the top three and up to No. 2 after a flawless 3-0-0-0 showing pushed their streak to four straight wins, continuing a model of consistency that has seen Everett rank among the CHL’s top three in 13 of the last 14 weeks while leading the league in wins (36) and points percentage (.833). Rounding out the top tier, the Chicoutimi Saguenéens (32-7-3-2) slid to No. 3 after a split week that featured a 9-3 win over Val-d’Or and a narrow 3-2 setback to Moncton, though they remain atop the QMJHL with 32 wins and a .784 points percentage and have now held a top-three spot for five consecutive weeks.
Further down the list, Week 18 was defined by upward momentum from three surging clubs, led by the Moncton Wildcats (32-8-2-1), who climbed to a season-best No. 5 after a perfect 3-0-0-0 road swing that included a statement 3-2 win in Chicoutimi and extended their winning streak to four as they closed within two points of first in the QMJHL. In the OHL, the Ottawa 67’s (34-9-1-2) jumped a couple of spots to No. 6 after a pair of home wins pushed their streak to six and kept them tied atop the league standings. Meanwhile, the Penticton Vees (29-9-4-3) continued one of the CHL’s most notable climbs, rising for a third straight week to No. 7 while extending the CHL’s longest active winning streak to 14 games – highlighted by consecutive shutouts – cementing their status as one of the league’s hottest teams heading into another busy slate.
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.
CHL Top-10 Rankings – Week 18 1. Prince Albert Raiders (WHL) 2. Everett Silvertips (WHL) 3. Chicoutimi Saguenéens (QMJHL) 4. Brantford Bulldogs (OHL) 5. Moncton Wildcats (QMJHL) 6. Ottawa 67’s (OHL) 7. Penticton Vees (WHL) 8. Medicine Hat Tigers (WHL) 9. Edmonton Oil Kings (WHL) 10. Barrie Colts (OHL)
TORONTO (Monday, January 26, 2026) – The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) today announced Top Performers of the Week for the week of regular season games ending Sunday, January 25th.
Bulldogs’ Jake O’Brien Named Cogeco OHL Player of the Week
Seattle Kraken prospect Jake O’Brien of the Brantford Bulldogs is the Cogeco OHL Player of the Week for the second time this season, leading the League with nine points, including four goals and five assists over three games.
O’Brien started the week with two goals and an assist on Thursday night in North Bay, helping the Bulldogs earn a point in a 5-4 overtime loss to the Battalion. He picked up a pair of assists on Friday in Sudbury as Brantford rebounded to beat the Wolves 5-4. He helped power the Bulldogs to a 7-1 statement victory over Barrie on Sunday, snapping the Colts’ eight-game winning streak with two goals and two assists to extend his current point streak to six games.
An 18-year-old from Toronto, O’Brien’s 1.78 points-per-game currently lead the OHL. He’s produced a league-leading 41 assists, with a total of 57 points (16-41–57) over 32 contests. The 6-foot-2, 177Ib. Bulldogs captain was the OHL Rookie of the Year in 2023-24, and has put up 219 points (61-158–219) over his 159 regular season games with the Bulldogs. O’Brien was selected by the Seattle Kraken with the eighth overall pick of the 2025 NHL Draft. Brantford’s first round (8th overall) choice in 2023, he is a former OHL Cup MVP who helped Canada capture gold at the 2024 Hlinka Gretzky Cup.
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) Dec. 1-7: Alex McLean (Guelph Storm) Dec. 8-14: Christopher Brown (Soo Greyhounds) Dec. 15-21: Alex Pharand (Sudbury Wolves) Dec. 28-Jan. 4: Egor Barabanov (Saginaw Spirit) Jan. 5-11: Cole Beaudoin (Barrie Colts) Jan. 12-18: Nikita Klepov (Saginaw Spirit) Jan. 19-25: Jake O’Brien (Brantford Bulldogs)
Greyhounds’ Carter George Named Mary Brown’s Chicken OHL Goaltender of the Week
LA Kings prospect Carter George of the Soo Greyhounds is the Mary Brown’s Chicken OHL Goaltender of the Week, going 2-0 with a 1.00 goals-against average, .957 save percentage, one shutout and one goal scored.
George started the week with a pair of big milestones on Wednesday, making 28 saves to defeat the London Knights for the first time in 18 career attempts as the Greyhounds prevailed 5-2 at GFL Memorial Gardens. What’s more, he also scored a goal, hitting the empty net to become the first goaltender in OHL history to light the lamp twice. He stopped 16 more shots on Friday for his second shutout since joining the Greyhounds as they blanked the North Bay Battalion 3-0.
A 19-year-old from Thunder Bay, ON, George is 5-0 with a 1.00 goals-against average, .955 save percentage and two shutouts since joining the Greyhounds at the trade deadline. He owns an overall mark of 15-9-0-2 with a 2.70 goals-against average and .907 save percentage with three shutouts through 27 games between Sault Ste. Marie and Owen Sound in 2025-26. Selected by the LA Kings in the second round (57th overall) of the 2024 NHL Draft, George is a career 62-55-9-8 in 140 OHL regular season games, owning a 3.14 goals-against average and .909 save percentage with seven shutouts. He’s represented Canada at the World Juniors in back-to-back years, claiming bronze earlier this month in Minnesota. George was the OHL’s Scholastic Player of the Year in 2023-24 and his international resume also includes gold medals at both the U18 Worlds and the Hlinka Gretzky Cup.
IceDogs’ Ryerson Edgar Named OHL Rookie of the Week
Niagara IceDogs forward Ryerson Edgar is the OHL Rookie of the Week, scoring four goals in three games.
Edgar recorded his second hat-trick of the season on Saturday in Owen Sound, fuelling a 5-0 IceDogs win over the Attack. His second hat-trick of the season makes him the first 16-year-old rookie in IceDogs history to accomplish the feat twice. He opened the scoring in Sunday’s 4-3 overtime win over the Brampton Steelheads at the Meridian Centre.
Hailing from Holland Landing, ON, Edgar has 31 points (14-17–31) over 41 games this season after being Niagara’s first round (10th overall) pick in the 2025 OHL Priority Selection from the York-Simcoe Express U16 AAA program. Edgar was a World Under-17 Challenge gold medalist as a member of Canada Red back in November, recording three points (1-2–3) over five contests.
Sting Prospect Myles Dunn Named GOHL Prospect of the Week
Sarnia Sting prospect Myles Dunn of the St. Thomas Stars is the GOHL Prospect of the Week, scoring five goals and adding two assists for seven points in a pair of contests.
Dunn recorded his first GOHL hat-trick on Friday night against Chatham as the Stars defeated the Maroons 7-5. He extended his point streak to six games on Saturday night in Strathroy, scoring twice while adding two assists in a 7-5 loss to the Rockets.
A 16-year-old from Lambeth, ON, Dunn leads St. Thomas with 48 points (22-26–48) over 37 games this season, good for second-most among GOHL rookies. The Elgin-Middlesex Canucks graduate was Sarnia’s eighth round (157th overall) pick in the 2025 OHL Priority Selection. He recently competed in the 2026 GOHL Top Prospects Game presented by Milk in Peterborough.
TORONTO (Tuesday, January 20, 2026) – The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) today announced the eighth edition of the OHL Cup Top-10 Rankings for the 2025-26 season, with Upper Canada College back up to third on the list where they were month ago. The Hill Academy and the Mississauga Senators are also climbing in Week 8.
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 8)
RANK
TEAM
LAST WEEK
WEEKS RANKED
1
Little Caesars (USA AAA)
1
8
2
HoneyBaked (USA AAA)
2
7
3
Upper Canada College (Ontario Prep)
4
8
4
Toronto Jr. Canadiens (GTHL)
3
8
5
Hill Academy (Ontario Prep)
6
8
6
London Jr. Knights (ALLIANCE)
5
8
7
Mississauga Senators (GTHL)
9
5
8
Toronto Marlboros (GTHL)
7
5
9
Woodbridge Wolfpack (USA)
8
6
10
Barrie Colts (OMHA)
10
2
Honorable Mentions: Vaughan Kings (GTHL), Ajax-Pickering Raiders (OMHA), York-Simcoe Express (OMHA), Credit River Capitals (OMHA), Don Mills Flyers (GTHL)
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, ON – The Canadian Hockey League (CHL) today unveiled its Week 17 edition of the CHL Top-10 Rankings presented by Delta Hotels by Marriott for the 2025-26 season.
The Chicoutimi Saguenéens (31-6-3-2) held No. 1 for a third straight week on a five-game win streak after sweeping a Maritimes trip (Halifax, Charlottetown, No. 7 Moncton) and improving to 15-1-2-0 over their last 18 since November 30. The Prince Albert Raiders (31-6-4-0) surged three spots to No. 2 after winning three straight – including a statement 8-5 road win that snapped Medicine Hat’s franchise-record 19-game winning streak – while continuing a dominant 14-2-0-0 run dating back to December 6, led by Tempo WHL Player of the Week Daxon Rudolph’s six-point week. At No. 3, the Brantford Bulldogs (30-7-5-1) stayed steady after taking five of six points, setting a franchise mark for the fastest to 30 wins, and extending their post-World Juniors momentum into a six-game point streak (5-0-1-0) with Marek Vanacker hitting 30 goals and Caleb Malhotra remaining among the OHL’s scoring leaders.
This week’s biggest movers were led by a pair of WHL surges and an OHL debutant. The Medicine Hat Tigers (31-7-3-2) climbed to a season-best No. 5 after extending their franchise-record win streak to 19 with back-to-back wins over No. 6 Edmonton before it was halted by No. 2 Prince Albert, yet they still boast a sizzling 21-1-1-1 run over their last 24 behind Markus Ruck, Jonas Woo, and CHL co-goals leader Bryce Pickford (33). The Penticton Vees (26-9-4-3) rose to No. 9 by pushing their winning streak to 11 and improving to 15-1-1-0 since early December, driven by Jacob Kvasnicka’s points in 10 of his last 11 and Ryden Evers’ overtime winner. And at No. 10, the Barrie Colts (28-10-2-4) made their first appearance of the season on the back of the OHL’s longest active point streak (9-0-1-0) and a perfect week, powered by Cole Beaudoin, Kashawn Aitcheson, and Emil Hemming, who each recorded five points.
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.
CHL Top-10 Rankings – Week 17 1. Chicoutimi Saguenéens (QMJHL) 2. Prince Albert Raiders (WHL) 3. Brantford Bulldogs (OHL) 4. Everett Silvertips (WHL) 5. Medicine Hat Tigers (WHL) 6. Edmonton Oil Kings (WHL) 7. Moncton Wildcats (QMJHL) 8. Ottawa 67’s (OHL) 9. Penticton Vees (WHL) 10. Barrie Colts (OHL)
TORONTO (Monday, January 19, 2026) -The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) today announced Top Performers of the Week for the week of regular season games ending Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Spirit’s Nikita Klepov Named Cogeco OHL Player of the Week and Rookie of the Week
NHL Draft eligible Saginaw Spirit forward Nikita Klepov is both the Cogeco OHL Player of the Week as well as the OHL Rookie of the Week, recording six points (2-4–6) in just two games.
Klepov entered the week fresh off a standout performance in Peterborough on Wednesday, where he earned Player of the Game honours for Team West, claiming the Connor McDavid 97 Award at the 2026 Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects Game.
He returned to the Spirit lineup on Friday in Kitchener, recording a goal and an assist in a 7-4 loss to the Rangers. Klepov saved his best for last on Saturday night, factoring in on four of Saginaw’s six goals with a marker and three helpers as the Spirit defeated the Erie Otters 6-1 on the road.
A 17-year-old from Deerfield Beach, FL, Klepov leads the Spirit in scoring with 56 points (25-31–56) over 42 games this season. His 25 goals are the most amongst OHL rookies and his 56 points are second. The 6-foot, 180lb. left-winger was Saginaw’s first round (35th overall) pick in the 2025 CHL Import Draft. He was recently listed as the 16th ranked North American skater on NHL Central Scouting’s midterm rankings for the 2026 NHL Draft. Klepov is committed to Michigan State University (NCAA).
Klepov has now won OHL Rookie of the Week honours three different times.
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) Dec. 1-7: Alex McLean (Guelph Storm) Dec. 8-14: Christopher Brown (Soo Greyhounds) Dec. 15-21: Alex Pharand (Sudbury Wolves) Dec. 28-Jan. 4: Egor Barabanov (Saginaw Spirit) Jan. 5-11: Cole Beaudoin (Barrie Colts) Jan. 12-18: Nikita Klepov (Saginaw Spirit)
Generals’ Matthew Humphries Named Mary Brown’s Chicken OHL Goaltender of the Week
NHL Draft eligible netminder Matthew Humphries of the Oshawa Generals is the Mary Brown’s Chicken OHL Goaltender of the Week, playing to a 1-1 record with a 2.20 goals-against average, .937 save percentage and 89 saves.
Humphries played in three games last week, headlined by his first career OHL victory in his 23rd career appearance on Sunday as he turned aside 30 shots in a 4-1 triumph over the Brampton Steelheads. His body of work also included stopping 18-of-19 in a relief appearance in Friday’s 5-2 loss to the North Bay Battalion. He also turned aside 41 shots on Saturday night in Barrie as the Generals lost 4-2 to the Colts.
A 17-year-old from Newmarket, ON, Humphries has appeared in nine games with Oshawa since being acquired from the Niagara IceDogs on Nov. 10th, going 1-6-1-0 with a 2.30 goals-against average and .933 save percentage. The 6-foot-2, 196lb. netminder was originally Niagara’s third round (44th overall) pick in the 2024 OHL Priority Selection. He has also seen time with the OJHL’s Aurora Tigers this season, going 7-10-2 with a 3.55 goals-against average and .911 save percentage over 19 contests.
Bulldogs Prospect David Buchman Named GOHL Prospect of the Week
Brantford Bulldogs prospect David Buchman of the Brantford Titans is the GOHL Prospect of the Week, recording three goals and three assists for six points in two games.
Buchman helped the Titans to a lopsided win on Friday night, collecting a season-high four points (2-2–4) in a 10-4 victory over the Caledon Bombers. He was back on the scoresheet Sunday, registering a goal and an assist as the Titans came up short, falling 5-3 to the Pelham Panthers.
A 16-year-old defenceman from Stittsville, ON, Buchman was Brantford’s first round (20th overall) pick in the 2025 OHL Priority Selection. The 5-foot-11, 182lb. blueliner represented Team Scheifele in the GOHL Top Prospects Game presented by Milk last week in Peterborough. He’s appeared in 15 OHL games with Brantford this season, recording two assists. Buchman won an HEO U16 AAA championship last season as a member of the Ottawa Valley Titans.
PETERBOROUGH (Wednesday, January 14, 2026) – The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) will conduct a technology evaluation at the OHL Top Prospects Game presented by Enbridge Gas in Peterborough, equipping both teams of NHL Draft-eligible prospects with Bearmind head impact and performance monitoring sensors.
The initiative reflects the OHL’s continued leadership within the Canadian Hockey League in exploring data-informed approaches that support elite player development, performance optimization, and long-term player availability, while maintaining a strong focus on player safety.
During the game and practices, Bearmind’s system will capture objective, on-ice data related to impact exposure and workload, enabling the league to assess how insights can complement existing coaching, medical, and development frameworks.
“As the world’s leading development league, the OHL has a responsibility to continually evaluate tools that can help teams better understand the demands placed on elite young athletes,” said Bryan Crawford, Commissioner of the OHL. “This evaluation allows us to explore how performance and impact data may support smarter decision-making around development, preparation, and player availability — all in service of our players’ long-term success.”
Bearmind’s technology is designed to provide teams with objective insights that help contextualize on-ice demands — not only from a safety perspective, but as part of a broader performance and development picture. Following recent implementations with teams in the QMJHL and the USHL, the OHL Top Prospects Game marks another step in Bearmind’s expansion across elite amateur hockey.
“At the CHL level, the conversation is about development excellence and we are happy to see that head impact monitoring is now part of the equation” said Mathieu Falbriard, CEO of Bearmind. “By combining impact exposure with performance context, teams can better manage workloads, optimize player availability, and support athletes through the most important years of their development. We’re proud to support the OHL as it evaluates how our data can strengthen that ecosystem.”
The evaluation also follows Bearmind’s recently announced partnership with Bauer Hockey, under which a collection of Canadian Hockey League teams will be equipped next season with sensor-ready Bauer RE-AKT 155 helmets, enabling leagues and teams to explore emerging technologies.
For players and families, initiatives such as this reflect a modern development philosophy — one that prioritizes performance intelligence, player availability, and informed decision-making, reinforcing the OHL’s position as a premier destination for high-potential athletes preparing for the next level.
About the Ontario Hockey League
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.
About Bearmind
Bearmind is a Swiss sports technology company dedicated to protecting athletes and advancing performance. Bearmind head impact monitoring and analytics platform helps teams and organizations understand and manage head impact exposure, optimize athlete performance, and enhance athlete safety through data-driven insight.
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