Peterborough Petes Trade Defenceman to Sudbury Wolves to Reacquire Draft Pick

The Peterborough Petes have made their first trade since the regular season’s start, reacquiring their fifth-round pick in the 2027 OHL Priority Selection from the Sudbury Wolves in exchange for defenceman Liam Ladds, announced on Thursday morning.

Photo courtesy of Kenneth Andersen and the Peterborough PEtes.

The 2007-born defenceman from Ilderton, was originally selected by the Petes in the fifth round, 88th overall, in the 2023 OHL Priority Selection. He has played in 115 games over two-plus seasons for Peterborough, scoring two goals and adding 15 assists for 17 points.

“With the depth that we have on the back end right now, we’ve had to make a move to free up some space,” said Michael Oke, general manager and vice president of operations. “I want to thank Liam for his two years with the Peterborough Petes and wish him all the best as he continues his OHL career in Sudbury.”

The Petes return home for Pride Night on Thursday to take on the Erie Otters. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. at the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

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