Three Petes Named to NHL Central Scouting Preliminary Players to Watch List

Peterborough Petes forwards Tucker Robertson, Sam Alfano and Justin DeZoete are the ones to watch for as they made the NHL Central Scouting Service preliminary Players to Watch list ahead of the 2022 NHL Draft announced Tuesday.

The Petes currently sit in 10th in the OHL Eastern Conference with a 1-4 record. Photo Courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.

Robertson has registered two goals and five assists for seven points in four games so far in the 2021-22 season. The 5’10”, 190 lbs centre was selected in the fourth round, 72nd overall in the 2019 OHL Priority Selection and played in 55 games in his rookie year recording eight goals and 10 assists.

Alfano, a 6’3”, 205 lbs Cayuga, Ont. native, has one goal in his first five career OHL games, scoring his first OHL goal against the North Bay Battalion on Oct. 7, 2021. Alfano skated at Hockey Canada’s Program of Excellence Summer Showcase in July 2021. The 2004-born right winger was selected in the second round, 23rd overall in the 2020 OHL Priority Selection.

DeZoete, a 6’0”, 180 lbs right winger, has two points in his first five career OHL games. The Hamilton, Ont. native scored his first OHL goal on Oct. 17 against the Oshawa Generals. DeZoete participated in Hockey Canada’s U17 virtual event in 2020 after being selected by the Petes in the second round, 35th overall in the 2020 OHL Priority Selection.

Fans can watch Robertson, Alfano, and DeZoete take on rival Oshawa Generals this Thursday during First Responders Night.

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Peterborough Petes to Recognize First Responders at Thursday's Game

The Peterborough Petes will be honouring local first responders at their home game against their rival Oshawa Generals this Thursday.

The team will be raising their sticks to thank and honour all first responders. Representatives from OPP, Peterborough Police, Fire and Paramedics will be taking the ceremonial puck drop before the opening faceoff scheduled for 7:05 p.m.

Fans are encouraged to come to the rink early to get an up-close look at two police cruisers in front of the Box Office.

In the East Lobby, members of the Fleming College Paramedic program will be present with a stretcher and will be providing information about their program.

First responders are eligible for a ticket discount as low as $15, contact Ian MacGregor at: imacgregor@gopetesgo.com.

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Peterborough Petes Trade Multiple Draft Picks For Joe Carroll

The Peterborough Petes have acquired Joe Carroll from the Sault St. Marie Greyhounds in exchange for multiple draft picks announced on Thursday.

Photo Courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.

The Petes have given their Sarnia Sting’s third round pick in 2022, the Mississauga Steelheads’ conditional sixth round pick in 2023 and the Petes’ 12th round pick in 2023 for the forward.

Carroll, a 2001-born left winger, was selected in the fourth round, 78th overall by the Greyhounds in the 2017 OHL Priority Selection. The 6’ 3”, 192 lbs Carp, ON., native registered 25 goals, 15 assists, 40 points and 33 penalty minutes in 52 games, all with the Greyhounds during the 2019-20 season.

The forward signed an Amateur Tryout Agreement with the Belleville Senators on Mar. 31 and suited up in three games.

“We’re excited to welcome Joe to the organization on the Petes opening night,” said Michael Oke, Petes GM. “He is a proven goal scorer at the OHL level and will be adding some excellent leadership to our group.”

“I grew up playing in tournaments in Peterborough. My fifth year in the league, I’m expecting big things from myself and want to do whatever it takes to push the Petes to the next step, I’m really excited,” explained Carroll. 

Carroll is expected to be in the Petes lineup tonight and will be wearing number 14.

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Hometown PTBO: Peterborough Pickleball Association About Growing the Game of Pickleball and What the Town Needs For Expansion

This week on Hometown PTBO, Pete Dalliday speaks with Robyn Percival and Bruce Bozec of the Peterborough Pickleball Association about what Peterborough can do to expand on the growing-popular sport.

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Peterborough Petes Mason McTavish Makes History In NHL Regular Season Debut

Mason McTavish did not waste any time making an impact in the NHL.

In the first shot of his NHL debut, the Peterborough Pete became the youngest player to score in Anaheim Ducks history on Wednesday.

Photo Courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.

McTavish’s game-winning goal came at 13:20 of the first period off a backhand shot rebound from teammate Isac Lundeström that went past 2020 Vezina trophy-winner Connor Hellebuyck of the Winnipeg Jets. Lundeström and Jakob Silfverberg were credited with an assist on the milestone goal.

The goal was under review since it occurred prior to a referee whistle. The shot counted as the puck was moving forward when the whistle was blown.

“(I) couldn’t have dreamed any better, to be honest,” said McTavish in a post-game interview. “The big win, the goal, definitely one I’ll never forget.”

With that goal, McTavish becomes the franchise’s youngest goalscorer at 18 years and 256 days of age. He also became the sixth Duck to record a multi-point game in their Anaheim debut.

The Ducks went on to defeat the Jets 4-1 in the season-opening game for both teams.

McTavish was selected third overall by the Ducks in the 2021 NHL Draft in July after defenseman Owen Power and Matty Berniers were taken first and second by the Buffalo Sabers and Seattle Kraken respectively.

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Ennismore Curling Club Hosts Try Curling Day

The Ennismore Curling Club is inviting anyone that wants to try their hand at the sport to join them at their Try Curling Event on Sunday from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Photo courtesy of the Ennismore Curling Club.

A group of volunteers from the curling club will be at Sunday’s event to help newcomers step onto the ice for the first time and to offer tours of the club.

“We’re hoping that people who might think it fun to try curling will perhaps step on the ice, hold a rock, slide down the ice,” said Peter Gardiner, vice-chair, Ennismore Curling Club. “This would be an opportunity for them to understand how it works.”

After the event, participants are able to sign up for the Learn to Curl Program, an eight-week program that will begin Oct. 24.

After the Learn to Curl Program participants are welcome to join a social league that will begin in January.

“We find that in the middle of a dark winter’s night, it’s fun to get out to a social event and a physical activity,” said Gardiner. “It’s mostly to come out and meet with good friends, meet new friends and also to stay active.”

Participants are asked to bring clean running shoes that have not been worn outside. Anyone under 19 is required to wear protective headgear, though it is suggested that anyone stepping onto the ice to wear a helmet.

Sunday’s event is free and open to all ages.

For more information on the Ennismore Curling Club and their Try Curling Day click here.

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Peterborough Minor Hockey Boston Pizza Icefest “AAA” Tournament is Back

The Peterborough Minor Hockey Council (PMHC) has announced the return of hockey tournaments to the City of Peterborough on Thursday, along with the 2021 Boston Pizza Icefest “AAA” Tournament from Oct. 14-17 at arenas in Peterborough and area.

Photo courtesy of Peterborough Minor Hockey Council.

The Tournament will host 56 “AAA” hockey teams from U12 – U15, from all over Ontario showcasing some of the best talent minor hockey has to offer.

The tournament will see a total of 112 round-robin games plus playoff games over the four days and feature the following number of teams:

• U12 - 12

• U13 - 16

• U14 - 12

• U15 - 16

Competition starts Thursday afternoon at 1:30 p.m. More details are available by clicking the website link below.

https://peterboroughminorpetes.ca/Tournaments/1522/2021-2022_Boston_Pizza_Icefest_Tournament/

A COVID-19 Safety Plan has been submitted and approved by Peterborough Public Health and the City of Peterborough. It can be found on the tournament website.

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Hometown PTBO: Shelbi Kilcollins Discusses Her Hockey Ventures, Petes Alumni and Being Involved With Peterborough

This week on Hometown PTBO, Pete Dalliday speaks with Shelbi Kilcollins, Peterborough Petes director of marketing and growth about being involved with the Peterborough Ice Kats, Try Hockey Night, Petes Alumni and her dog Eleanor.

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Peterborough Petes Reveal New State-of-the-Art Video Board

Games at the Peterborough Memorial Centre are going to be more visually appealing as the Peterborough Petes unveiled their new state-of-the-art video board in time for the team’s 65th OHL season after a press conference held on Wednesday.

Photo Courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.

The video board features four 13 foot x 6 foot screens, with an approximately 13 foot x 2 foot high diameter digital ring display underneath the screens, all in high definition. The Petes also received a new fan camera, which will capture the game’s best moments on and off the ice.

“We’re really excited to have the best video board in the Canadian Hockey League in our building,” said Eric Ebenbaur, Petes Director of Sales. “This is an opportunity for us to improve our game day and fan experience while giving our players and hockey operations the best experience possible.” 

Photo Courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.

The team also announced that Fully Promoted/Signarama has been named as the Petes season presenting sponsor. 

“We are very excited to work with the Petes to help give their fans the best experience at their games,” said Morgan Smith, Fully Promoted/Signarama president. “We look forward to continuing our partnership with the Petes this season and enhancing the game experience.”

Fans can see the new video board and experience the improved fan experience at the Petes home opener on Oct.14 at 7:05 p.m. against the Sudbury Wolves.

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Peterborough Petes Acquire Former First-Round Pick In Trade

The Peterborough Petes have acquired left-winger Emmett Sproule from the Erie Otters in exchange for Peterborough’s sixth-round pick in the 2022 OHL Priority Selection announced on Tuesday.

Photo Courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.

Sproule, a 2001-born forward was selected in the first round, 21st overall by the Otters in the 2017 OHL Priority Selection. The 5’11, 174 lbs Collingwood, Ont. native has recorded 30 goals, 45 assists and 75 points in 187 games with the Erie. He hass recorded three points (two goals, one assist) in five preseason games this season. 

“We’re excited to add Emmett to our team,” said Michael Oke, Petes General Manager. “He’s a player that we took note of during his OHL Draft year, and have been following as his OHL career has progressed. Emmett has the skills and abilities that we think will complement our roster, both on and off the ice.”

Sproule attended the Philadelphia Flyers 2019 Development Camp on an invite basis.

Sproule is expected to be in the Petes lineup when they face the Battalion in North Bay this Thursday at 7:00 p.m.

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