After sneaking into the playoffs, the Cowichan Valley Capitals are building for the upcoming season and have been recruiting players since January. To this point, Cowichan has recruited seven players for 2022-23. They come from U18 programs and prep schools across North America. Six of the new players are forwards […]
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Wenatchee Wild 2022-23 schedule breakdown
The Wenatchee Wild’s schedule was released on June 9, and it begins to prepare for its 15th season as a hockey organization and its eighth season in the BC Hockey League after spending the first seven seasons in the North American Hockey League. The season starts on Sept. 23 for […]
Powell River Kings offseason primer
The Powell River Kings have their off-season cut out for them. After not qualifying for the playoffs, the Kings need to rebuild their team. Powell River has already started recruiting players for next season and so far, they’ve added three forwards and one defender. These new Kings are filling spots […]
Dyck drafted by Ottawa to become first NHL pick in Bucks franchise history
On day two of the 2022 National Hockey League Entry Draft on July 8 in Montreal, QC, the Ottawa Senators selected Cranbrook Bucks forward Tyson Dyck in the seventh round, 206th overall. Not only did that make Dyck the first NHL draft pick in Bucks franchise history — it also put a […]
BCHL Bulletin: Bucks ship Gelbard to Langley, Smoke Eaters elevate Calvin to director of scouting, and more!
Rivermen bring in Gelbard in trade with Cranbrook The Langley Rivermen announced on Thursday that they have acquired 2002-born forward Hayden Gelbard from the Cranbrook Bucks for future considerations. Gelbard, who’s from West Vancouver, BC, put up seven goals and 10 points in 52 games with the Bucks over the […]
2022 NHL Draft Preview
(BC Hockey League official media release) The 2022 NHL Entry Draft starts Thursday with Round 1 and continues with Rounds 2 through 7 on Friday. Like every year at the draft, there are several BCHL players expected to be taken. Today, we take a look at the top prospects from […]
Victoria Grizzlies 2022-23 schedule profile
With the 2022-23 BC Hockey League season fast approaching, the Victoria Grizzlies are looking for a better result after suffering a first-round exit against the Langley Rivermen. In the off-season, Rylan Ferster became the Grizzlies’ new head coach and general manager, replacing Craig Didmon in both roles. With this article, […]
Projecting 2022 BCHL Showcase matchups
The BC Hockey League released its full schedule on June 9. One of the league’s annual traditions is the five-day BCHL Showcase which gives NCAA, U SPORTS, Western Hockey League, and National Hockey League scouts an opportunity to watch all 18 BCHL teams in one place for recruiting. The location […]
Breaking down the Chilliwack Chiefs 2022-23 schedule
The BC Hockey League is well on its way to the 2022-23 season. On June 9, the BCHL released its full schedule for all 18 teams. With this article, I’ll break down the Chilliwack Chiefs schedule from significant matchups to the number of games against each team. Important Dates The […]
BCHL Bulletin: Bulldogs grab Vasko from Cranbrook, Getz heads to Boston University, and more!
Bucks deal Vasko to Alberni Valley The Cranbrook Bucks and Alberni Valley hooked up on a Thursday trade that sees 2002-born forward AJ Vasko join the Bulldogs for future considerations. Vasko, from La Salle, MB, posted three goals and eight points in 38 games with the Bucks in 2021-22. He […]