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June 5, 2024 - Monday May 6th and Tuesday May 7th were the annual USHL Draft.
The Des Moines Buccaneers will now welcome 29 new players in our organization.
"Drafts are always exciting as they offer promise for bright futures for both players and organizations. The past few days proved to be no different as we were exceptionally pleased with the players we were able to acquire in both of our Phase I and Phase II drafts. We are excited to have had the opportunity to bring these young players into our system and have them at camp in Ju... Full Story
June 5, 2024 - Today Ben Kevan and Ilya Protas were named to the All-USHL rookie first team!
These two had very successful rookie seasons,
Ben Kevan has taken the most rookie points this regular season with 57 points, 24 goals and 33 assists. Kevan is the youngest player out of the top five highest scoring rookies. To get this Kevan got 4 points in the two final games of the season with 2 goals and 2 assists. To beat the 2nd place rookie by 1 point.
"??What he did on the ice speaks for itself, leading our team and league in rookie... Full Story
June 5, 2024 - Dear Bucs Fans,
As the final buzzer sounds and the echoes of this season begin to settle, we're compelled to express our deepest gratitude to each and every one of you. From the first puck drop to the last, your unwavering support has been the driving force behind every stride, every save, and every goal.
Throughout the highs and lows of this season, you've been our steadfast companions, filling the arena with your energy, passion, and unwavering loyalty. Your cheers, chants, and applause have been the soundtrack to ou... Full Story
March 4, 2024 - Another exciting three-game weekend for the Bucs!
The weekend started strong with a successful country night, with a pre-game performance by Robbie Micheal Entertainment and an exciting win for the Bucs.
Friday's game quickly got exciting, with four goals in the first period! Those goal scorers were Jack Kernan and Brady Zugec, and two back-to-back goals scored by Liam Watkins; the second period started with an exciting goal scored by Ashton Dahms. The Bucs were still leading as they went into the third period. Soon, L... Full Story
The Des Moines Buccaneers are a junior hockey team. Based in Des Moines, Iowa, they are a member of the United States Hockey League.
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USHL Draft 2024 Results
June 5, 2024 - Monday May 6th and Tuesday May 7th were the annual USHL Draft.
The Des Moines Buccaneers will now welcome 29 new players in our organization.
"Drafts are always exciting as they offer promise for bright futures for both players and organizations. The past few days proved to be no different as we were exceptionally pleased with the players we were able to acquire in both of our Phase I and Phase II drafts. We are excited to have had the opportunity to bring these young players into our system and have them at camp in Ju... Full StoryMore Des Moines Buccaneers stories below
Bucs Players Make All USHL Team
June 5, 2024 - Today Ben Kevan and Ilya Protas were named to the All-USHL rookie first team!
These two had very successful rookie seasons,
Ben Kevan has taken the most rookie points this regular season with 57 points, 24 goals and 33 assists. Kevan is the youngest player out of the top five highest scoring rookies. To get this Kevan got 4 points in the two final games of the season with 2 goals and 2 assists. To beat the 2nd place rookie by 1 point.
"??What he did on the ice speaks for itself, leading our team and league in rookie... Full StoryThank You, Fans
June 5, 2024 - Dear Bucs Fans,
As the final buzzer sounds and the echoes of this season begin to settle, we're compelled to express our deepest gratitude to each and every one of you. From the first puck drop to the last, your unwavering support has been the driving force behind every stride, every save, and every goal.
Throughout the highs and lows of this season, you've been our steadfast companions, filling the arena with your energy, passion, and unwavering loyalty. Your cheers, chants, and applause have been the soundtrack to ou... Full StoryWeekend Recap
March 4, 2024 - Another exciting three-game weekend for the Bucs!
The weekend started strong with a successful country night, with a pre-game performance by Robbie Micheal Entertainment and an exciting win for the Bucs.
Friday's game quickly got exciting, with four goals in the first period! Those goal scorers were Jack Kernan and Brady Zugec, and two back-to-back goals scored by Liam Watkins; the second period started with an exciting goal scored by Ashton Dahms. The Bucs were still leading as they went into the third period. Soon, L... Full StoryDes Moines Buccaneers News
- USHL Draft 2024 Results - June 5, 2024
- Bucs Players Make All USHL Team - June 5, 2024
- Thank You, Fans - June 5, 2024
- Weekend Recap - March 4, 2024
- Bucs Affiliate Jastrzebski Commits to Augustana - February 7, 2024
- Des Moines Acquires Zugec in Trade - February 7, 2024
- Des Moines Barkaneers Return - February 7, 2024
- Barkaneers Are Back on February 10 - January 25, 2024
- Kupco to Miss Remainder of Buccaneers Season - January 24, 2024
- Des Moines Acquires Zlnka in Trade - January 23, 2024
- Bucs Affiliate Schneid Commits to Princeton - January 17, 2024
- Fareway Friday, Cowbell Cup - January 17, 2024
- Game Still on for Friday, January 12 - January 12, 2024
- Bucs Add Dahms, Drotts to Roster - January 11, 2024
- Office Closed January 9 - January 9, 2024
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League: United States Hockey LeagueHome: Des Moines, Iowa
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Des Moines Buccaneers Scoreboard
| Sat., Apr 13 | W | Des Moines 5 at Waterloo 4 | Final (SO) |
| Fri., Apr 12 | L | Des Moines 4 at Cedar Rapids 7 | Final |
| Sat., Apr 6 | L | Fargo 5 at Des Moines 4 | Final |
| Fri., Apr 5 | L | Fargo 4 at Des Moines 1 | Final |
| Sat., Mar 30 | W | Omaha 1 at Des Moines 2 | Final |
| Fri., Mar 29 | L | Des Moines 1 at Sioux City 5 | Final |
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Des Moines Buccaneers Headlines
- Des Moines Buccaneers out of Merle Hay hockey arena plan; mall says an arena is still a go - USHL NewsBreak - Des Moines (July 5)
- Des Moines Buccaneers back out of Merle Hay Mall ice arena plans, but mall leaders say they're moving forward - USHL NewsBreak - Des Moines (July 2)
- Des Moines Buccaneers out of Merle Hay arena plan; mall says project will still go forward - USHL NewsBreak - Des Moines (July 2)
- Des Moines Buccaneers, Merle Hay Mall end talks to build ice arena - USHL NewsBreak - Des Moines (July 2)
- Buccaneers, Merle Hay close to arena deal; mall CEO says construction could start in fall - USHL NewsBreak - Des Moines (May 29)
- Photos: Black Hawks vs. Des Moines on Saturday, April 13 - USHL Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier (April 14)
- USHL: Black Hawks fall in regular-season finale, open playoffs at home Monday - USHL Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier (April 14)
- Force down Des Moines to set USHL win record - USHL Fargo Forum (April 7)
- Force tie USHL wins record with victory at Des Moines - USHL Fargo Forum (April 6)
- Recap of Musketeers' 5-1 win over Des Moines - USHL Sioux City Journal (April 1)
- Stars start fast against Des Moines, then hang on for big win - USHL Lincoln Journal Star (February 10)
- Force wins eighth in row, sweeps Des Moines - USHL Fargo Forum (January 7)
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