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January 6, 2026 - The Prince Albert Raiders have acquired 18-year old forward Braeden Cootes from the Seattle Thunderbirds. The Raiders also acquired a 2026 4th round pick, a 2026 6th round pick, and a 2028 2nd round pick (conditional).
In exchange, the Raiders have traded away forward Ethan Bibeau, prospects Knox Burton, Diego Gutierrez, and Tripp Fischer. Seattle also picks up a 2026 1st round pick, a 2026 2nd round pick, a 2027 3rd round pick, and a 2028 1st round pick.
The trade has 12 pieces all together.
Cootes is a first round... Full Story
April 30, 2025 - After a tremendous 20-year-old season, Prince Albert Raiders netminder Max Hildebrand is the recipient of the Del Wilson Memorial Trophy as WHL Goalie of the Year.
Hildebrand led the league in games played (55), and his numbers were astonishing. His .918 save percentage ranked second in the league behind Everett's Raiden LeGall (who played 32 less games), while his 2.87 goals against average ranked 10th. The Martensville, SK product registered three shutouts and had a 33-16-5-0 record.
On the back of his performance th... Full Story
April 24, 2025 - The Prince Albert Raiders are proud to announce that defenceman Daxon Rudolph has been named to Team Canada's roster for the 2025 U-18 Men's World Hockey Championship.
The tournament is already underway (Apr. 23-May. 3), with four games completed. Canada kicks their tournament off today at 3pm in Allen, Texas when they battle Slovakia.
In his rookie season in the WHL, Rudolph scored seven goals and added 34 assists for 41 points. His strong regular season translated into the playoffs, where the Lacombe, AB product had ... Full Story
March 10, 2025 - Prince Albert Raiders General Manager Curtis Hunt announced on Monday that the club has named Ryan McDonald Interim Head Coach.
Head Coach Jeff Truitt had been relieved of his duties, effective immediately.
"This was a decision not made lightly," Hunt said. "We are appreciative of all the work Jeff has done, from our championship team to today. We wish him the best of luck as he moves forward."
Truitt began coaching in the 1993-94 season, spending three seasons with the Lethbridge Hurricanes as an assistant coach. H... Full Story
The Prince Albert Raiders are a junior hockey team. Based in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, they are a member of the Western Hockey League.
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Raiders Acquire Cootes in Blockbuster Trade with Thunderbirds
January 6, 2026 - The Prince Albert Raiders have acquired 18-year old forward Braeden Cootes from the Seattle Thunderbirds. The Raiders also acquired a 2026 4th round pick, a 2026 6th round pick, and a 2028 2nd round pick (conditional).
In exchange, the Raiders have traded away forward Ethan Bibeau, prospects Knox Burton, Diego Gutierrez, and Tripp Fischer. Seattle also picks up a 2026 1st round pick, a 2026 2nd round pick, a 2027 3rd round pick, and a 2028 1st round pick.
The trade has 12 pieces all together.
Cootes is a first round... Full StoryMore Prince Albert Raiders stories below
Hildebrand Named WHL Goalie of the Year
April 30, 2025 - After a tremendous 20-year-old season, Prince Albert Raiders netminder Max Hildebrand is the recipient of the Del Wilson Memorial Trophy as WHL Goalie of the Year.
Hildebrand led the league in games played (55), and his numbers were astonishing. His .918 save percentage ranked second in the league behind Everett's Raiden LeGall (who played 32 less games), while his 2.87 goals against average ranked 10th. The Martensville, SK product registered three shutouts and had a 33-16-5-0 record.
On the back of his performance th... Full StoryRudolph Named to Canada's Roster for U-18 Men's World Hockey Championship
April 24, 2025 - The Prince Albert Raiders are proud to announce that defenceman Daxon Rudolph has been named to Team Canada's roster for the 2025 U-18 Men's World Hockey Championship.
The tournament is already underway (Apr. 23-May. 3), with four games completed. Canada kicks their tournament off today at 3pm in Allen, Texas when they battle Slovakia.
In his rookie season in the WHL, Rudolph scored seven goals and added 34 assists for 41 points. His strong regular season translated into the playoffs, where the Lacombe, AB product had ... Full StoryRaiders Name Ryan McDonald Interim Head Coach
March 10, 2025 - Prince Albert Raiders General Manager Curtis Hunt announced on Monday that the club has named Ryan McDonald Interim Head Coach.
Head Coach Jeff Truitt had been relieved of his duties, effective immediately.
"This was a decision not made lightly," Hunt said. "We are appreciative of all the work Jeff has done, from our championship team to today. We wish him the best of luck as he moves forward."
Truitt began coaching in the 1993-94 season, spending three seasons with the Lethbridge Hurricanes as an assistant coach. H... Full StoryPrince Albert Raiders News
- Raiders Acquire Cootes in Blockbuster Trade with Thunderbirds - January 6, 2026
- Hildebrand Named WHL Goalie of the Year - April 30, 2025
- Rudolph Named to Canada's Roster for U-18 Men's World Hockey Championship - April 24, 2025
- Raiders Name Ryan McDonald Interim Head Coach - March 10, 2025
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| Fri., Jan 9 | Swift Current at Prince Albert | 8:00 p.m. | |
| Sat., Jan 3 | W | Prince Albert 5 at Regina 2 | Final |
| Fri., Jan 2 | W | Regina 2 at Prince Albert 9 | Final |
| Mon., Dec 29 | W | Swift Current 0 at Prince Albert 8 | Final |
| Sat., Dec 27 | W | Prince Albert 7 at Swift Current 1 | Final |
| Fri., Dec 19 | W | Kelowna 3 at Prince Albert 8 | Final |
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- Raiders hope to find next Hannoun - WHL Prince Albert Daily Herald (January 7)
- Raiders acquire Canucks first rounder Cootes from Seattle in blockbuster deal - WHL Prince Albert Daily Herald (January 7)
- Prince Albert adds Canucks prospect Cootes via Seattle blockbuster - WHL Vancouver Province (January 7)
- Raiders sweep home-and-home series against Pats with 5-2 win - WHL Prince Albert Daily Herald (January 4)
- Raiders open New Year by thumping Regina 9-2 - WHL Prince Albert Daily Herald (January 3)
- Former Raider Morrissey among 25 players named to Canada's Olympic hockey team - WHL Prince Albert Daily Herald (January 2)
- Lock it down for Basser': rookie Raider goalie enjoying second stint in Prince Albert - WHL Prince Albert Daily Herald (January 2)
- Bass earns first WHL shut-out as Raiders cruise to victory over Broncos - WHL Prince Albert Daily Herald (December 31)
- Broncos Fall to Raiders in Fifth Meeting of the Season - WHL Swift Current Online (December 30)
- Broncos Drop Post-Break Opener to Raiders - WHL Swift Current Online (December 29)
- Broncos lose to conference leaders - WHL Southwest Booster (December 28)
- Raiders return from Christmas break with dominant win in Swift Current - WHL Prince Albert Daily Herald (December 28)
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