Rian Chudzinski Commits to QMJHL Champions
June 2, 2025 - Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL)
Moncton Wildcats News Release
The Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) champions have bolstered their 2025-2026 lineup with the addition of free agent forward Rian Chudzinski. The 17-year-old native of Needham, Massachusetts, tallied 52 points including 27 goals in 28 games while leading the Dexter Southfield School to the New England Prep School Hockey League (NEPSAC) Elite 8 final.
Chudzinski, who is 6'1 ¬Â³ and 185 pounds, also spent time with the USA Hockey's National Team Development Program and has committed to Boston University following his junior career.
"We are very excited to welcome Rian and his family to our organization. His offensive skillset is apparent, but what has been particularly impressive in getting to know Rian are his intangibles. He is a great kid, who has played in an abundance of big games during his young career and has been very comfortable in those big moments," said Taylor MacDougall, General Manager and Director of Hockey Operations for the Moncton Wildcats.
In describing his excitement about joining the Moncton Wildcats, Chudzinski commented that "I'm very blessed and excited about being a Moncton Wildcat next year. I appreciate the opportunity to play in Canada for such a great organization, coaching staff, and fans. I am grateful for my time and the people at Dexter. I can't wait to get to work and help continue the tradition of success in Moncton."
"He plays a style of game that we think will fit in well with our group and that fans will enjoy watching," MacDougall summarized.
Chudzinski will join the defending Gilles-Courteau Trophy champions in August for training camp.
Everyone is invited to a QMJHL victory parade and community celebrations on Monday, June 2 to celebrate the Moncton Wildcats' success during the 2024-2025 hockey season.
6 p.m.: QMJHL Victory Parade - Main Street
The Moncton Wildcats, accompanied by their mascot, Wild Willie, will take part in a victory parade on Main Street, from Moncton City Hall up to Downtown Place.
The entire community is invited to come cheer on the Wildcats along Main Street during the parade.
6:30 p.m.: Community Celebration - Downtown Place
Autograph signing session with Moncton Wildcats players
Live music by Jugglers' Whole and Tcheu Misère
Bouncy castles and family activities (face painting, and other)
Food truck on site
Appearances by Wild Willie, the Wildcats' mascot
Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League Stories from June 2, 2025
- Rian Chudzinski Commits to QMJHL Champions - Moncton Wildcats
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