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Forward Mercuri Commits to UMass-Amherst

June 23, 2020 - DES MOINES, IA - Buccaneer forward Lucas Mercuri (2002) announced his commitment to the University of Massachusetts Minutemen yesterday. "My family and I are really happy about my commitment to UMass-Amherst, we think it is the perfect fit," Mercuri said. "I am also excited to be playing in Des Moines this coming season and look forward to chasing something special with the team and staff. Being a Buc is a great opportunity and I can't wait to get things started in Des Moines." The LaSalle, QC native is one of six Bucc... Full Story

Forward Alexeyev Signs Two-Year Pro Contract in KHL

May 18, 2020 - DES MOINES, IA - Buccaneers' forward Yaroslav Alexeyev (1999) has signed a two-year contract with Traktor Chelyabinsk of the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) in Russia. "Thank you to the Bucs organization for everything they did for me this past season," Alexeyev said. "I am very excited to sign my first professional contract in the KHL." Alexeyev battled injuries throughout the season, but when healthy, he played in all situations for the Buccaneers and contributed offensively. He tallied six goals and 12 assists for 1... Full Story

Bucs Draft 18 Players in Phase II Draft and Trade for Defenseman John Prokop

May 6, 2020 - DES MOINES, IA - The Buccaneers selected 18 players yesterday in the 2020 USHL Phase II Draft. They acquired 11 forwards, five defenseman and two goaltenders through 18 rounds of drafting. Des Moines also made a trade for defenseman John Prokop (2001) of Green Bay, sending Des Moines' second round pick in the 2021 USHL Phase II Draft to the Gamblers. "We are very excited to welcome our newly drafted players and families to the Buccaneers' organization," GM Tom Mannino said. "We are also pleased to welcome John Prokop to o... Full Story

Choupani and Lovell Named to USHL All-Rookie Second Team

May 5, 2020 - DES MOINES - Yesterday, 10 new players were welcomed to the Buccaneers' family. Five forwards, four defensemen, and one goaltender were selected by Des Moines in the 2020 USHL Phase I Draft, consisting of 2004 birth-year players. With the fourth overall selection in the Phase I Draft, Des Moines selected Penn State University commit Michael Stenberg. The Needham, MA born forward participated in the U.S NTDP 40-Man Evaluation Camp this past March. During his Sophomore Prep School season, he finished 2nd amongst all players... Full Story

• Forward Mercuri Commits to UMass-Amherst - June 23, 2020
  
• Forward Alexeyev Signs Two-Year Pro Contract in KHL - May 18, 2020
  
• Bucs Draft 18 Players in Phase II Draft and Trade for Defenseman John Prokop - May 6, 2020
  
• Choupani and Lovell Named to USHL All-Rookie Second Team - May 5, 2020
  
• Choupani and Lovell Named to USHL All-Rookie Second Team - May 1, 2020
  
• 2020 Guns N Hoses Game Raises $55,000 for Easterseals Iowa - April 27, 2020
  
• Dirksen Family Awarded USHL Billet Family of the Year Honors - April 21, 2020
  
• Record Six Buccaneers Named to NHL Central Scouting's Final Draft Rankings - April 13, 2020
  
• USHL Season Suspended Indefinitely - March 12, 2020
  
• Bucs Acquire Harvard Commit Forward Drkulec from Waterloo - February 25, 2020
  
• Rowe Earns USHL Goaltender of the Week Honors - January 28, 2020
  
• Durham Awarded USHL Goaltender of the Week Honors - January 14, 2020
  
• Des Moines Adds Veteran Forward Posa to Roster - January 10, 2020
  
• Ellis & Laferriere Named to BioSteel All-American Game Roster - December 27, 2019
  
• Bucs Forward Roy Commits to Boston College - December 9, 2019
  
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Sat., Apr 18		Des Moines at Waterloo	Cancelled
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• USHL: Sucese conquers another level, signs NHL deal - USHL Telegraph Herald (March 23)
• U.S. Hockey League cancels remainder of season, including 5 Iowa teams' games - USHL Des Moines Register (March 18)
• Wiener Dogs top Buccaneers before capacity crowd - USHL KELO (February 16)
• Cedar Rapids RoughRiders seek to get on a roll down the stretch - USHL Cedar Rapids Gazette (February 8)
• USHL: Cheremeta leads Saints to 7-3 victory over Des Moines - USHL Telegraph Herald (February 1)
• Three-goal second lifts Force to win over Des Moines - USHL Fargo Forum (January 19)
• Third-period surge fuels Force over Des Moines - USHL Fargo Forum (January 18)
• Photos: Cedar Rapids RoughRiders vs. Des Moines Buccaneers - USHL Cedar Rapids Gazette (January 12)
• Des Moines rallies in 3rd to upend Stampede - USHL KELO (January 1)
• USHL hockey: Balanced Black Hawks skate past Des Moines, 6-2 - USHL Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier (December 29)
• USHL hockey: Black Hawks sink Bucs - USHL Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier (December 28)
• Urbandale native Noah Ellis popping up on NHL radars while playing for Des Moines Buccaneers - USHL Des Moines Register (December 20)
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