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Artem Katsuro Prospect Spotlight: Calgary Hitmen Rookie Brings Size and Speed Into His Draft Season
Artem Katsuro was one of the players I kept coming back to while watching the Calgary Hitmen face the Edmonton Oil Kings at Rogers Place on September 20. The Calgary rookie scored his first WHL goal in the third period, but his impact was not limited to that play. He was active throughout the game,…
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Edmonton Oil Kings Goaltender Parker Snell Selected by Columbus Blue Jackets in Fifth Round of 2026 NHL Draft
For every young hockey player, hearing their name called at the NHL Draft is the culmination of years of dedication, sacrifice, and perseverance. Last weekend, that dream became a reality for Parker Snell, as the Edmonton Oil Kings netminder was selected 142nd overall by the Columbus Blue Jackets in the fifth round of the 2026…
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Ethan MacKenzie Didn’t Hear His Name Called Until His Third NHL Draft. That Might End Up Working in Toronto’s Favour.
Before the 2026 NHL Draft, Ethan MacKenzie wasn’t concerned about where he would be selected. He simply wanted another opportunity. “My first year I had no chance. The second, I thought I had a decent chance but didn’t get my name called. This time, it doesn’t matter to me where I go as long as…