OHL Flint Firebirds

Firebirds' Defenseman Tyler Deline Commits to Acadia University

Published on May 24, 2023 under Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Flint Firebirds News Release


The Flint Firebirds announced today that defenseman Tyler Deline has committed to continue his hockey career with the Acadia University Axeman hockey club (U-Sports) for the 2023-24 season.

It feels great," Deline said. "I'm really excited to continue playing on a strong team that has a lot of returning guys and good younger ones coming in like myself. It might take a while to adjust to a new rink, new fans, and new city but it's a task I'm excited for."

The Peterborough, Ont. native was selected by the Firebirds in the sixth round (#102 overall) back in the 2018 OHL Priority Selection. He made his Firebirds debut back on January 5, 2019, and also recorded his first career OHL point as well in a 5-1 win over Sudbury at the Dort Financial Center. Deline finished up his career in Flint producing 8 G and 29 A in 58 GP this season while finishing with a career-high +/- of +16.

"I have been fortunate enough to play in Flint since I was 16" Deline added. "I have had some great teammates and amazing billets during that time that are a family to me now. I want to say thank you to all the fans that have watched me since I was a rookie until now and let them know that in a few years, a Cup will be brought to Flint. The young group we have there is filled with skill and toughness and I can't wait to watch them next year. I will be back. FFF."

Deline heads to Acadia after spending his entire OHL career in a Firebirds uniform playing in 171 games and producing 15 G and 67 A. He leaves Flint ranking sixth among defensemen for career goals, fourth for career assists, and fourth for career points.

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