Mitchell Becomes a Capital
Published on June 27, 2009 under Western Hockey League (WHL)
Regina Pats News Release
Montreal, Quebec - The Regina Pats are proud to have forward Garrett Mitchell selected in the 6th round, 175th overall in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft by the Washington Capitals.
Mitchell, a Regina native, completed his 2nd season with the blue and white, collecting 10 goals and 5 assist for 15 points, while amassing 140 penalty minutes. He has also had success away from the Pats. Mitchell was a member of Canada's U-18 team that won gold in last summer's Ivan Hlinka Memorial tournament, and was also a part of the U-18 club that placed 4th at this past spring's World Championships in Fargo, North Dakota.
Regina Pat players have had a great history at the NHL Entry Draft. Since 1994, a member of the blue and white has been selected every year except for one, 2004. During that span a total of 34 players have had their dreams come true by getting selected by an NHL club.
Western Hockey League Stories from June 27, 2009
- Two Calgary Hitmen Selected In 2009 Entry Draft - Calgary Hitmen
- 31 WHL players chosen in NHL Draft - WHL
- Two Silvertips selected in draft - Everett Silvertips
- Koper Selected by Atlanta - Spokane Chiefs
- Sharks select Viedensky at draft - Prince George Cougars
- Mitchell Becomes a Capital - Regina Pats
- Flames select Patterson in seventh round - Saskatoon Blades
- Eakin Drafted by Capitals - Swift Current Broncos
- Avalanche select Elliott in second round - Saskatoon Blades
- Flyers select Morrison in third round - Saskatoon Blades
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