Silvertips Reach First Memorial Cup Final

May 30, 2026 - TORONTO, ON - The WHL Champion Everett Silvertips advanced to the championship game of the 2026 Memorial Cup presented by Kubota for the first time in franchise history after a 6-1 win over the QMJHL Champion Chicoutimi Saguenéens in Friday's semi-final. Making their Memorial Cup debut, the Silvertips will now look to win the CHL's championship trophy in their first tournament appearance and become just the fourth American CHL franchise to capture the Memorial Cup, joining the Portland Winterhawks, Spokane Chiefs and... Full Story

Illia Shybinskyi Commits to St. Lawrence University

May 29, 2026 - Illia Shybinskyi has committed to St. Lawrence University for the 2027-2028 season. Shybinskyi, a native of Kyiv, Ukraine, was selected by the Storm in the 5th round of the 2025 OHL Priority Selection. In his rookie season, he registered 19 goals and 25 assists for 44 points through 60 games played. "I'm honoured to be committing to St. Lawrence University," said Illia. "It's exciting to get the opportunity to play in the OHL and the NCAA. I'm not thinking about the jump yet, as we have a big season ahead. That's what ... Full Story

Hauser Caps off Historic Rookie Campaign with St. Cloud State Commitment

May 29, 2026 - It was a whirlwind of a hockey season for Matt Hauser. The Minnesota Wilderness defenseman first completed his senior year of Minnesota high school hockey with the Rogers Royals, then moved on to begin his junior career with the Wilderness. His time with the Wilderness resulted in helping them win a division title, followed by a playoff run that ended with their first appearance in the Robertson Cup final since 2015. And last, but not least, he determined where he will be playing his collegiate hockey. Hauser has gi... Full Story

Carson Janko Signs WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement

May 29, 2026 - PRINCE GEORGE, BC - The Prince George Cougars are pleased to announce the signing of forward Carson Janko (2010) to a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement. Janko was originally selected by the Cougars eighth overall in the 2024 WHL U.S. Priority Draft. The Highland Village, Texas product spent the 2025-26 season with the Dallas Stars Elite 16U AAA program, where he registered 34 points (10G-24A) in 50 games played. "Carson signing a Development Agreement is a big step and a testament to where our organization i... Full Story

• Silvertips Reach First Memorial Cup Final - (WHL) May 30
  
• Memorial Cup: The Saguenéens Lose in Semi-Final - (QMJHL) May 29
  
• Thank You, Anthony Thomas-Maroon - Muskegon Lumberjacks (USHL) May 29
  
• 2025/26 Season Fundraising Recap - Owen Sound Attack (OHL) May 29
  
• Illia Shybinskyi Commits to St. Lawrence University - Guelph Storm (OHL) May 29
  
• Hauser Caps off Historic Rookie Campaign with St. Cloud State Commitment - Minnesota Wilderness (NAHL) May 29
  
• Carson Janko Signs WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement - Prince George Cougars (WHL) May 29
  
• You Can Betts on Him: Gavin Betts Emerges as Kingston's Next Star - Kingston Frontenacs (OHL) May 29
  
• Petes Announce 2026 Education Fund Scholarship Winners - Peterborough Petes (OHL) May 29
  
• 2026 Graduating Class: Guelph Storm - Guelph Storm (OHL) May 29
  
• Applied Innovation and Saginaw Spirit Unveil Applied Innovation Theater at Dow Event Center - Saginaw Spirit (OHL) May 29
  
• Thank You, Jay McKee - Brantford Bulldogs (OHL) May 29
  
• Shamrocks Defenseman Noah Sergott Commits to Marian University - Watertown Shamrocks (NAHL) May 28
  
• Kamloops Blazers Sign 1st Round Pick, Micah Montgomery - Kamloops Blazers (WHL) May 28
  
• Oil Kings Announce Changes in Hockey Operations Department - Edmonton Oil Kings (WHL) May 28
  
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Everett Silvertips celebrate a goal against the Chicoutimi Saguenéens (Steve Dunsmoor / CHL)
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• Kitchener Rangers Memorial Cup visits over the years - OHL Waterloo Record (May 30)
  
• Kitchener Rangers rested and ready for Memorial Cup final - OHL Waterloo Record (May 30)
  
• DuPont shines, scores twice as Silvertips advance to Memorial Cup final - OHL Waterloo Record (May 30)
  
• Rangers to face Everett Silvertips in Memorial Cup final - OHL Waterloo Record (May 30)
  
• Memorial Cup: Chicoutimi 1, Everett 6 - OHL TSN (May 30)
  
• Can the Silvertips take down rested Rangers in Memorial Cup Final? - WHL TSN (May 30)
  
• Everett Silvertips win heated semi-final, advance to Memorial Cup championship - WHL Kelowna Capital News (May 30)
  
• Memorial Cup: Chicoutimi 1, Everett 6 - WHL TSN (May 30)
  
• Silvertips squash Sagueneens 6-1, advance to Memorial Cup final - WHL Kelowna Daily Courier (May 30)
  
• Jay McKee leaving Brantford Bulldogs to coach AHL Hamilton Hammers - OHL Brantford Expositor (May 29)
  
• Ex-Rangers coach Jay McKee promoted to AHL - OHL Waterloo Record (May 29)
  
• Kingston Frontenacs' scout Van Leusen on lookout for player like him - OHL Kingston Whig Standard (May 29)
  
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