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June 18, 2026 - Erie, Pennsylvania - The offseason is in full swing and the Otters have made another move to add depth to their forward group.
General Manager Dave Brown and Director of Hockey Operations Scott Grieve announced today the Otters have signed forward Anton Gesink to an OHL Standard Player Agreement.
Gesink comes to Erie following an unbelievable season at Ridley College where he collected 60 points (24G+36A) in 57 games.
The 6'2 native of Wilmette, IL is a right-shot forward who comes to Erie as a proven goal scorer at... Full Story
June 17, 2026 - Erie, Pennsylvania -- There's a new face behind the Otters bench, and it's one with plenty of familiarity to the OHL.
General Manager Dave Brown and Head Coach Kris Mallette announced today the addition of Kyle Makaric to the Otters' coaching staff as an Assistant Coach.
The 37-year-old native of LaSalle, ON comes to Erie following last season where he was an Assistant Coach with the Saginaw Spirit.
"I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to join the Erie Otters organization," Makaric said. "After speaking with... Full Story
June 16, 2026 - Erie, Pennsylvania - On Tuesday afternoon, the Ontario Hockey League unveiled the full 2026-27 season schedule for all 20 member teams, as the Erie Otters look ahead to another highly anticipated season.
It's a landmark year as the Erie Otters celebrate their 30th season in team-history which presents a well-balanced schedule of home game dates, allowing for fans to maximize their time at the EIA throughout the entire seven-month season. While sticking with traditions like the School Day game and New Year's Rockin' Eve, a... Full Story
June 13, 2026 - Kingston, Ontario - For the first time since 2000, the 2026 Ontario Hockey League Priority Selection Draft (pres. by Real Canadian Superstore) would be held in person as the Erie Otters would possess the second overall pick in the draft order. Erie would hold 13 picks heading into the draft as they build toward an exciting 30th season in the OHL. Draft Weekend is always one full of hope, anticipation, and excitement to see talented young men develop into future stars and leaders - be it high-expectation early round selection... Full Story
The Erie Otters are a junior hockey team. Based in Erie, Pennsylvania, they are a member of the Ontario Hockey League.
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Erie Otters Sign Forward Anton Gesink
June 18, 2026 - Erie, Pennsylvania - The offseason is in full swing and the Otters have made another move to add depth to their forward group.
General Manager Dave Brown and Director of Hockey Operations Scott Grieve announced today the Otters have signed forward Anton Gesink to an OHL Standard Player Agreement.
Gesink comes to Erie following an unbelievable season at Ridley College where he collected 60 points (24G+36A) in 57 games.
The 6'2 native of Wilmette, IL is a right-shot forward who comes to Erie as a proven goal scorer at... Full StoryMore Erie Otters stories below
Erie Otters Welcome Kyle Makaric as Assistant Coach
June 17, 2026 - Erie, Pennsylvania -- There's a new face behind the Otters bench, and it's one with plenty of familiarity to the OHL.
General Manager Dave Brown and Head Coach Kris Mallette announced today the addition of Kyle Makaric to the Otters' coaching staff as an Assistant Coach.
The 37-year-old native of LaSalle, ON comes to Erie following last season where he was an Assistant Coach with the Saginaw Spirit.
"I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to join the Erie Otters organization," Makaric said. "After speaking with... Full StoryErie Otters Release 2026-27 Regular Season Schedule
June 16, 2026 - Erie, Pennsylvania - On Tuesday afternoon, the Ontario Hockey League unveiled the full 2026-27 season schedule for all 20 member teams, as the Erie Otters look ahead to another highly anticipated season.
It's a landmark year as the Erie Otters celebrate their 30th season in team-history which presents a well-balanced schedule of home game dates, allowing for fans to maximize their time at the EIA throughout the entire seven-month season. While sticking with traditions like the School Day game and New Year's Rockin' Eve, a... Full StoryErie Otters Select 13 Players in 2026 OHL Priority Selection
June 13, 2026 - Kingston, Ontario - For the first time since 2000, the 2026 Ontario Hockey League Priority Selection Draft (pres. by Real Canadian Superstore) would be held in person as the Erie Otters would possess the second overall pick in the draft order. Erie would hold 13 picks heading into the draft as they build toward an exciting 30th season in the OHL. Draft Weekend is always one full of hope, anticipation, and excitement to see talented young men develop into future stars and leaders - be it high-expectation early round selection... Full StoryErie Otters News
- Erie Otters Sign Forward Anton Gesink - June 18, 2026
- Erie Otters Welcome Kyle Makaric as Assistant Coach - June 17, 2026
- Erie Otters Release 2026-27 Regular Season Schedule - June 16, 2026
- Erie Otters Select 13 Players in 2026 OHL Priority Selection - June 13, 2026
- Erie Otters Select Defenseman Jake Prunty and Goaltender Tanner Gibson in Rounds 2 and 3 of 2026 OHL Priority Selection - June 13, 2026
- Erie Otters Reveal New Branding Ahead of 30th Anniversary Season - June 11, 2026
- Erie Otters to Participate in Second-Annual OHL Rivalry Week - June 10, 2026
- Back in the 814: Otters Reveal 2026 Home Opener Date, Opponent - June 9, 2026
- Erie Otters Select Three Players in 2026 OHL U18 Draft - June 8, 2026
- Otters Acquire Forward Liam Beamish in Deal with Sting - June 2, 2026
- Otters Acquire Goaltender David Egorov from Brantford in Exchange for Picks - June 2, 2026
- Erie Otters Welcome Tyler Travis as Strength and Conditioning Coach - May 26, 2026
- Otters' Assistant Coach Keenan Reynolds Becomes Youngest Head Coach in OHL History - May 20, 2026
- Otters Alumnus Connor McDavid Named Number 4 on CHL Top 50 Players List - May 11, 2026
- Lucas Ambrosio Selected to Hockey Canada's Pre-Competition Roster at the 2026 IIHF U18 Men's Hockey Championship - April 13, 2026
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| Sun., Mar 22 | L | Erie 5 at Niagara 6 | Final (OT) |
| Sat., Mar 21 | W | Guelph 3 at Erie 4 | Final |
| Wed., Mar 18 | L | Erie 3 at Sarnia 6 | Final |
| Tue., Mar 17 | L | Erie 1 at Windsor 5 | Final |
| Sat., Mar 14 | L | Niagara 7 at Erie 1 | Final |
| Fri., Mar 13 | L | Kingston 4 at Erie 3 | Final (OT) |
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- Otters commemorate 30 year anniversary with new logos - OHL NewsBreak - Erie (June 13)
- Erie Otters Assistant Reynolds Named Owen Sound Head Coach - OHL NewsBreak - Erie (May 21)
- Connor McDavid named No. 4 on CHL's Top 50 Players of the Last 50 Years list - OHL TSN (May 11)
- Canadian Hockey League players helping reshape college hockey after rule change permits them to play - OHL TSN (April 9)
- Niagara comes back to defeat Erie in regular-season finale - OHL Niagara Falls Review (March 23)
- Sarnia Sting over-agers bid farewell to fans with a win - OHL Sarnia Observer (March 19)
- Spitfires back on top in battle for top spot in West Division - OHL Windsor Star (March 18)
- Kingston Frontenacs escape with 4-3 OT win over last-place Erie Otters - OHL Kingston Whig Standard (March 14)
- Losing sucks, and the Owen Sound Attack are hoping to put it in the past - OHL Owen Sound Sun Times (March 2)
- Otters fall to Attack in shootout marathon despite late surge - OHL NewsBreak - Erie (March 2)
- Owen Sound Attack take care of business south of the border - OHL Owen Sound Sun Times (March 2)
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