Peterborough Pete Tucker Robertson Signs Three-Year Entry-Level Contract With Seattle Kraken

Peterborough Petes forward Tucker Robertson is staying in the Pacific Northwest as he signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Seattle Kraken on Thursday.

Robertson at the 2022 NHL Draft shortly after being drafted by the Seattle Kraken in Montréal, Que. Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.

The Toronto-born forward was a fourth-round selection, 123rd overall, by the Kraken in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft. Robertson was an assistant captain for the Petes this season, scoring 36 goals and 54 assists in 68 games. He became the first Pete since 2002-03 to record 90 points in a season. He added another 22 points in 23 postseason games to lead the Petes to their 2023 OHL Championship. Robertson scored a goal and two assists during the team’s 2023 Memorial Cup run.

“On behalf of the Petes, I’d like to congratulate Tucker on signing his first NHL contract,” said Michael Oke, Petes general manager. “Over the past couple of years, Tucker has proven himself to be one of the top players in the Ontario Hockey League and we’re happy to see him be rewarded for his hard work.”

Robertson was awarded the Petes Executive Trophy as the team’s MVP for a second time on March 28. He won it in 2021-22, after a breakout season with 41 goals and 40 assists in 68 games.

TUCKER ROBERTSON, PETES FORWARD (LEFT) WITH THE PETES EXECUTIVE TROPHY, PRESENTED BY DAVE POGUE, PETES PRESIDENT (RIGHT). ROBERTSON WALKED AWAY WITH FOUR AWARDS DURING THE CEREMONY. PHOTO BY DAVID TUAN BUI.

Robertson was selected by the Petes in the fourth round of the 2019 OHL Priority Selection. He sits 31st on the team’s all-time scoring list with 189 points in 191 games.

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Peterborough Petes Select Rio Kaiser 28th Overall In the 2023 Canadian Hockey League Import Draft

From Germany to Canada, defenceman Rio Kaiser has been selected by the Peterborough Petes, 28th overall in the 2023 Canadian Hockey League Import Draft announced on Wednesday afternoon.

The 6’7” Berlin, Germany native spent most of the 2022-23 season with EC Red Bull Salzburg U20 in Austria. In 18 games this season with EC Red Bull Salzburg, the 16-year-old scored four goals and eight assists for 12 points. Kaiser has appeared on the German U16, U17 and U18 national teams, tacking on a goal in five appearances.

“We were very excited to be able to select Rio,” said Michael Oke, Petes general manager. “He’s a big, young defenceman who skates well and we believe the Peterborough Petes would be an excellent option for him to continue his development.”

Rio is the second player selected by the Petes out of Red Bull Hockey Academy in Austria. The 2022 first-round import pick Tommy Purdeller came from the same program.

Peterborough originally held the 31st pick however three teams ahead of the Petes passed. That bumped the Petes to the 28th selection. The defending OHL Champions elected to pass on their second-round pick in the draft as Tommy Purdeller will occupy the other import slot on the team.

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Peterborough Lakers to Host First-Ever Pride Night This Thursday

Rainbows will decorate the Peterborough Memorial Centre as the Lakers are hosting their first-ever Pride Night against the Cobourg Kodiaks for Thursday’s game, announced on Tuesday morning.

Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers.

The team will wear specially designed jerseys for the game and will be auctioned off after. The proceeds support Sport A Rainbow, an organization with the mission of ‘inclusion for all in sport,’ and founded by Lakers’ volunteer Rose Powers.

Jerseys can be bid on until 10 minutes after the game. Bidding sheets are available in the main lobby, east lobby and upstairs. You must be present at the game in order to bid on them.

Sport A Rainbow is a pledge initiative that encourages everyone to stand up against hateful speech and actions in all sports, recognizing that sports are about more than just the game. The Lakers team has taken the pledge and players proudly wear Sport A Rainbow helmet stickers. Learn more at https://sportarainbow.ca. 

The Lakers encourage all fans to wear rainbow-coloured clothing to show their pride.

During the first intermission, over 40 Lakers’ Dance Team members will perform in tribute to Riddick MacHart. He suffered life-ending injuries with his parents (and sister Rowghan was airlifted to Sick Kids Hospital in Toronto) in November last year and was often the now-retired team mascot Leo the Lion.

The second intermission features a lacrosse demonstration from the Peterborough Minor Lacrosse Association girls’ teams on the floor. Kids are allowed to participate and play following the demonstration. 

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66-Year-Old Peterborough Man Captures First Place In Powerlifting; Qualifies For Provincial Championship

Age is just a number for Peterborough’s Richard Gosselin as the 66-year-old took home first place in his division in the Ontario Powerlifting Association’s Classic AF 2023 at the Anytime Fitness in Woodbridge on Sunday.

Matt Goldsmith, Personal Trainer and Coach (left) with Richard Gosselin (right) shortly after winning his gold medal at Anytime Fitness. Photo courtesy of brianna Gosselin.

The win allowed Gosslein to qualify for the provincial championships in 2024.

Gosslein returned to the gym after retiring from his corporate job two years ago. He often worked out as a young teen and into his adult life. He works out every day since his retirement. He says he encourages people to pursue their passions, to follow their lifelong dreams and never let their age hold them back according to a press release.

He was coached by personal trainer Matt Goldsmith. Richard trains at both Goodlife Fitness locations in Peterborough, Ontario. Both at the Monaghan and Chemong locations.

During his journey, Gosselin says he has met a lovely group of supportive people and thanks them for all their encouragement and motivation.

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Ontario Free Fishing Continues From Canada Weekend Until July 9

Canada Day celebrations do not have to stop for anglers as the Ontario government is continuing their week-long free fishing event running until Sunday.

PHOTO COURTESY OF CANCAST

“To help families celebrate Canada Day, we’re making it easier to get out on the water and experience the world-class fishing opportunities that exist in Ontario,” said Graydon Smith, Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry. “Fishing is a fun and affordable way for families to enjoy quality time while connecting with nature.”

Families are encouraged to plan their fishing trip or find a local event by visiting http://www.ontariofamilyfishing.com/.

ID issued by the provincial or federal government must be carried, showing your name and date of birth during this free period.

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Lakers Swing Deal to Bring Hometown Forward Cam Milligan Home In Trade

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers made a last-minute deal with Cobourg prior to the Major Series Lacrosse (MSL) trade deadline, sending Cole Hanrahan and a 2024 third-round draft pick to the Kodiaks in exchange for Peterborough’s Cam Milligan on Saturday.

Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Lakers.

The right-handed forward is the second Peterborough player the Lakers have acquired in trades this season alongside defender Colton Armstrong in June. Milligan has yet to play for Cobourg this season as he committed to the Sr. B Oakville Rock who are hosting the President’s Cup in August.

Milligan debuted in the MSL with the Lakers in 2013 as a Junior A call-up and spent parts of two seasons with Peterborough before being traded to Cobourg before the 2019 season. 

Hanrahan was a Huntsville native and is a Trent University grad currently playing with the Ennismore James Gang. He appeared in one game for the Lakers this season. 

Paul Day, Lakers general manager said both Milligan and Hanrahan will remain with their Sr. B clubs but will have the option to play in the MSL.  

“Oakville wants to continue to use Milligan but it helps us because we have two roster spots open,” said Day. 

Milligan is eligible to be in Thursday’s lineup against his former squad, the Cobourg Kodiaks at the Memorial Centre at 8 p.m.

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Video: Cody Crowley Hosting Inaugural Team55 Tackles Suicide Golf Tournament Fundraiser For July 8

As part of Cody Crowley’s pledge to raise at least $55,000 for Team 55 Tackles Suicide initiative, he is hosting his inaugural charity golf tournament at Keystone Links Golf on July 8.

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Kawartha Downs Harness Racing Cancelled For June 30 Due To Poor Air Quality

No sulkies are hitting the track as Kawartha Downs has cancelled all June 30 harness racing due to poor air quality, announced by the track on Friday afternoon.

Photo courtesy of Kawartha Downs.

There were ten one-mile races slated for Friday’s harness racing with post time slated for 7 p.m.

The Kawartha Country Music Festival scheduled for this Saturday and Sunday is still a go as no cancellations have been reported for the second-annual concert series at the publication of this article.

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Mike Robinson's Hat Trick Helps Lakers Edge Excelsiors In 9-7 Win; Extends Peterborough's Winning Streak to Four

Sr. B call-up Mike Robinson made the most of his game in getting a hat trick for the Peterborough Lakers to nab a 9-7 win over the Brampton Excelsiors at the Peterborough Memorial Centre (PMC) on Thursday night.

The Lakers cap off their series against the Excelsiors with a 3-1 record in the regular season. Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Lakers.

The first period was all Lakers as Josh Currier opened the scoring under three minutes into the game. Robinson nabbed a pair of consecutive goals — with the first goal shorthanded — to make it a 3-0 lead after the opening period.

Brampton got their feet off the ground in the second period and scored first with Rory Graham getting the Excelsiors on the board, unassisted. Both teams traded two goals apiece until Brampton scored three consecutive unanswered goals to round out the period, finishing a five-goal stanza to even the game at five apiece.

The momentum seemingly continued for Brampton as they got the first goal of the period with Curtis Goddard’s second of the game for a 6-5 lead. The Lakers began to surge shortly after, getting the next four goals thanks to Currier’s second, a pair of Taite Cattoni goals and Robinson capping off his hat trick. James Whitford scored for Brampton in the last 15 seconds of the game but it was too little, too late and the Lakers won their fourth straight game with a 9-7 win.

Drew Hutchinson picks up the win, stopping 42 of 49 shots for Peterborough. The win puts the Lakers into a tie for first place with the Six Nations Chiefs with 14 points.

The Lakers’s next game is at PMC against the Cobourg Kodiaks. in their third matchup of the season. Peterborough has won both games with two meetings to go in the regular season.

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Hometown PTBO: SPSS Student-Athlete Valedictorian Grace Murphy About Her Sports Tenure with SPSS and Going to Queen's University

This week on Hometown PTBO, Pete Dalliday talks with SPSS student Grace Murphy about her athletic tenure with the school, her affiliation with the Electric City Football Club and her goals as she sets off to Queen's University in Kingston.

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