Petes Acquire Defenceman Grayden Strohack from Firebirds
January 9, 2024 - Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Peterborough Petes News Release
Defenceman Grayden Strohack with the Flint Firebirds
(Peterborough Petes, Credit: Natalie Shaver)
(Peterborough, ON) - Peterborough Petes General Manager and Vice President of Operations, Michael Oke announced today that the team has acquired defenceman Grayden Strohack from the Flint Firebirds in exchange for London's third round pick in 2025, a fourth round pick in 2027, and a fifth round pick in 2027.
Strohack, a 2006-born defenceman, was originally selected by the Firebirds in the third round, 55th overall, of the 2022 OHL Priority Selection. Through 33 OHL games, he's picked up two assists. Last season, the 6'3 Waterloo, ON, native featured in 45 games for the St. Marys Lincolns, scoring three goals and adding eight assists for 11 points. Strohack also played in the 2022 OHL Cup with his hometown Waterloo Wolves U16, picking up one assist in four games.
"Grayden is a big, young defenceman who is very physical and comfortable in his own end," commented Oke. "We're looking forward to adding him to the lineup and aiding in his development."
The Petes are back in action on Thursday, January 11 when they host the Kingston Frontenacs for Harry Potter Night. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. at the PMC. Fans can get tickets or by visiting the Grant Thornton Box Office. The game will also be broadcasted on YourTV Peterborough and Freq 90.5.
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