Details Announced For the 2026 Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects Event

The Peterborough Petes and Ontario Hockey League (OHL) have announced the scheduling details for the Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects event on Jan. 13 and 14.

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The event will begin with Fan Fest on Jan. 13 at Miskin Law Community Complex, wrapping up with the 2026 Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects Game on Jan. 14 at the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

The full schedule for the event can be seen below:

Tuesday, Jan. 13: (free to the public)

11 a.m. - Fan Fest at Miskin Law Community Complex

• Booths include Easter Seals, Rebound Equipment Peterborough, Peterborough Tourism, Petes Store

• Steve Dangle Podcast Network will be on-site recording a podcast

2 p.m. - U16 Showcase Game 1 - Team Tavares vs. Team McDavid (Russelle Toyota Pad)

2 p.m. - Team East Practice (CHE Pad)

4 p.m. - U16 Showcase Game 2 - Team Byfield vs. Team Suzuki (Russelle Toyota Pad)

4 p.m. - Team West Practice (CHE Pad)

4:30 p.m. - Team East Autograph Session (Miskin Lobby)

5:30 p.m. - Team West Autograph Session (Miskin Lobby)

7:05 p.m. - GOHL Top Prospects Game (Russelle Toyota Pad)

Wednesday, Jan. 14:

9 a.m. - Team East Morning Skate (PMC) (open to the public)

10:30 a.m. - Team West Morning Skate (PMC) (open to the public)

1 p.m. - U16 Showcase Game 3 - Team McDavid vs. Team Byfield (Russelle Toyota Pad)

3 p.m. - U16 Showcase Game 4 - Team Suzuki vs. Team Tavares (Russelle Toyota Pad)

7 p.m. - Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects Game (PMC)

Limited tickets are available for the 2026 Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects Game. Tickets can be purchased online.

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Kieron Walton’s Debut Sees Shootout Win For the Peterborough Petes Against Guelph Storm

The Peterborough Petes hosted the Guelph Storm on Saturday, winning the game 3-2 with a shootout goal from newly-acquired forward Kieron Walton.

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Walton led the way for the Petes, scoring and adding the shootout winner in his Peterborough debut. Leon Kolarik gave the Petes their first goal, while James Petrovski, Adam Levac, Yanis Lutz and Kaden McGregor all picked up assists.

While the game saw no goals from either team in the first, the Petes secured the lead with goals in the second from Walton and Kolarik.

In the third, Guelph tied the score 2-2 with goals from Eric Frossard and Grant Spada.

With no goals in the overtime period, the Petes took the win during the shootout with another goal from Walton.

Saturday’s win gives the Petes a total of five wins in their last six games.

The Petes are back in action on Jan. 16 when they travel to Brantford to take on the Bulldogs. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. at the TD Civic Centre.

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Peterborough Petes Acquire Winnipeg Jets Prospect Kieron Walton in Trade With Sudbury Wolves

The Peterborough Petes have acquired Winnipeg Jets prospect Kieron Walton from the Sudbury Wolves in exchange for Petes defenceman Genc Ula, announced Friday.

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Walton is Flint’s seventh round pick in 2026, while Ula is a second round pick in 2029, Brampton’s third round pick in 2026, Brantford’s third round pick in 2027, Oshawa’s third round pick in 2029 and a fifth round pick in 2027.

Walton, a forward from Toronto, was originally selected by the Wolves in the second round, 28th overall, in the 2022 OHL Priority Selection. In 210 career games with the Wolves, the 6’6” forward has scored 88 goals and added 112 assists for 200 points. In the 2024 NHL Entry Draft, Walton was selected by the Winnipeg Jets in the sixth round, 187th overall. In 2024-25, he finished ninth in league scoring with 38 goals and 92 points, leading to him signing an ELC with the Jets in April of 2025. This season, Walton sits second in the OHL in points with 52 in just 33 games.

“We are very excited to welcome Kieron Walton to the Peterborough Petes,” said Peterborough Petes General Manager and Vice President of Operations Michael Oke. “He is an elite offensive talent who has consistently produced at a high-level. His ability to capitalize on and create scoring chances will be a big asset for our team. Kieron is a player who can make an impact right away, and we believe his competitiveness and experience will complement our group well moving forward.”

Going to Sudbury in the trade along is 2008-born defenceman Genc Ula.

Ula, from Chappaqua, NY, was selected by the Petes in the fifth round, 99th overall, of the 2024 OHL Priority Selection. Through parts of two seasons, the defenceman has played in 94 games, scoring seven goals and adding 10 assists for 17 points.

“I’d like to thank Genc for his time and contributions as a member of the Peterborough Petes,” continued Oke. “Genc brought a strong work ethic and professionalism to our organization, and we appreciate the commitment he showed during his time in Peterborough. We wish him nothing but the best as he continues his career in Sudbury.”

The Petes are back in action on Saturday when they host the Guelph Storm. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. at the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

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Peterborough Petes Defeat Oshawa Generals With 3-1 Victory

The Peterborough Petes took the win over the rival Oshawa Generals Thursday, adding an empty net goal to wrap up the home game with a 3-1 score.

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Goaltender Easton Rye stopped an impressive 29/30 shots for his 21st win of the season.

Petes Brennan Faulkner, Adam Novotný and Aiden Young scored in the game, while Matthew Soto brought two assists. Garrett Frazer, Adam Levac and Carson Cameron also had an assist in the win.

The first period saw an Oshawa goal from Porter Byrd-Leitner, while the second  goals from Faulkner and Novotný.

Heading into the third with a one point lead, the Petes secured the win with 1:07 remaining in the period as Young scored an empty net goal.

The Petes are back in action on Jan. 10 when they host the Guelph Storm. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. at the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

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Peterborough Petes Acquire Brett Hammond and Garrett Frazer in Trade Deal with The Otters

Ahead of Friday’s trade deadline, the Peterborough Petes have acquired forward Brett Hammond and defenceman Garrett Frazer from the Erie Otters in exchange for Pete’s defenceman Blake Gowan.

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Hammond, a 2006-born native of Ottawa, was originally selected by the Otters with the first overall pick in the 2023 U18 Priority Selection. The 6’3” forward has played in 149 games for the Otters over parts of three seasons, scoring 17 goals and adding 14 assists for 31 points. This season, Hammond has scored 10 goals in 27 games while wearing an “A” for the Otters.

“Brett is a big forward who plays a gritty, two-way game,” said Peterborough Petes General Manager and Vice President of Operations Michael Oke. “He brings a physical presence, skates well and will be strong on the forecheck.”

Frazer, born in 2006 from Haymarket, VA, was originally signed by the Otters as a free agent in 2025 after spending time in the BCHL, USHL and the NAHL. The 6’0 defenceman has played in 71 games since being signed, scoring three goals and adding 14 assists for 17 points. Along with Hammond, Frazer also wore an “A” this season for Erie.

“Garrett is a solid right handed defenceman who is tough to play against,” said Oke. “He plays a very physical game and is someone who opposing players take note of when he’s on the ice.”

Heading to Erie in the trade along with three picks is 2008-born defenceman Blake Gowan. Gowan, from Kingston, has played in 75 games with the Petes in his OHL career, scoring once and adding 16 assists for 17 points.

“On behalf of the Petes, I’d like to thank Blake for his time in Peterborough,” said Oke. “We appreciate his contributions to the team and wish him the best of luck as he takes the next step in his hockey career.”

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Peterborough Petes Announce 17th Annual Pink in the Rink Campaign In Support of Survivors Abreast

The Peterborough Petes have announced details for the 17th Annual Pink in the Rink Campaign, with this year’s game against the Sudbury Wolves taking place Feb. 7 in support of Survivors Abreast.

Photo by Felicia MAssey.

Over the past 16 years, the Petes Pink in the Rink Campaign has raised over $1 million in support of cancer research. Now entering its 17th consecutive year, the campaign continues to be the OHL’s biggest ongoing fundraiser.

This season, funds raised from the Pink in the Rink Campaign will support Survivors Abreast, a group of breast cancer survivors from the Peterborough area in various stages of treatment and recovery. Known for hosting Peterborough’s Dragon Boat Festival, their mission is to improve fitness and develop paddling skills required for dragon boating while raising funds and awareness for breast cancer care in the community.

“Survivors Abreast Peterborough Dragon Boat Team is honoured that the Petes chose to support our organization through Pink in the Rink this year,” said Janice James, President of the Survivors Abreast Board of Directors. “We try to inspire hope, resilience and living life to the fullest, and we are thrilled that the Petes are helping us do that.” 

The campaign will be supported by a number of activations this season including a pass the bucket, in-person silent auction during the game and an in-person game worn jersey auction that will take place on the ice after the game.

The Pink in the Rink game jersey design will be released to the public in the coming weeks.

“Pink in the Rink is a powerful reminder that hockey can be about more than just the game,” said Petes captain Carson Cameron. “It represents support, awareness and standing together for an important cause. As players, it means a lot to know we’re using our platform to make a positive impact, and we’re proud to be part of something that reaches far beyond the ice.”

New this season, rink boards will be put up for the game that feature the names of loved ones who have been affected by cancer. Fans have the opportunity to purchase a slot for $5 and write the name of their loved one(s) leading up to the game. Fans are also invited to submit their loved ones' names and pictures to be featured on the video board during the game. Submissions can be submitted via email.

Tickets for the Pink in the Rink game on Feb. 7 against the Sudbury Wolves are available now through the Doane Grant Thornton Box Office during business hours, online or via phone.

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U14 AAA Jr. Petes Work With YES Shelter to Sponsor Families in Need For the Holidays

The U14 AAA Jr. Petes team filled their carts for those in need this holiday season, working with the YES Shelter to sponsor two local families.

The U14 Petes are playing the Heron Perth Great Lakes Cup in Stratford from Jan. 16 to 18 in their next major event. Photo courtesy of Chad Birkhof.

The Petes chose to put gifts under the tree for others this year instead of their traditional secret Santa gift exchange.

Through the YES Shelter, the team was given two local families to buy for. The boys shopped for winter gear, toys and festive pyjamas.

“It’s the one time of the year for us to really help out where it's meaningful to someone’s family,” said Chad Birkhof, U14 Petes head coach.

All photos courtesy of Chad Birkhof.

All photos courtesy of Chad Birkhof.

All photos courtesy of Chad Birkhof.

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Hometown PTBO: Peterborough Petes Goaltender Easton Rye Snagging His First Home Win of the Season

This week on Hometown PTBO, David Tuan Bui talks with Peterborough Petes goaltender Easton Rye about earning his first home win of the season, his life after being drafted in the OHL and looking ahead to the team's future.

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Kawartha-Haliburton Children's Foundation Helps Fulfill Kids' Christmas Wishlist Launching Santa's Sleigh

Children’s Christmas lists are getting checked and fulfilled through the Kawartha-Haliburton Children’s Foundation (KHCAS) 2023 Santa’s Sleigh Program launched at the Chemong Road Walmart on Thursday.

Bella Myers, 5, gets a ‘Merry Christmas’ from Santa Claus as several children got a visit from Father Christmas to give him their Christmas wishes. Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The program is in conjunction with the Central Lakes Association of Realtors, East Peterborough Lions Club, 101.5 The Wolf, Global Peterborough and 100.5 Fresh Radio.

The program has 900 children involved in the foundation with gift requests written on tags and placed on a Christmas tree in Walmart. Shoppers can grab a tag, fulfill it and put it in a drop-in sleigh ion the store. The program runs until Dec. 4 at 1 p.m.

For the past 34 years, KHCAS’s Santa’s Sleigh Program has helped make the holidays brighter for local children and youth involved with the Kawartha Haliburton Children’s Aid Society.

“We are inviting the community to choose a child’s gift suggestion from our tree at Walmart, and then shop for that gift in order to fulfill the child’s holiday wish,” said Carrie Truman, KHCAS executive director. “The gifts will go directly to children in our community so that together we can put smiles on the faces of local children this holiday season.”

Presents, gift cards and monetary donations are being accepted during the program’s duration. Donated money is being used to purchase gifts and gift cards for children and youth involved with the KHCAS according to a press release.

Donors can make online monetary donations on the foundation’s website.

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Peterborough Petes Release the 2023 Development Camp Schedule

The Peterborough Petes have released the official schedule for the upcoming Development Camp of on and off ice fitness, with 46 players and goaltenders expected to attend.

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The camp will begin with off-ice fitness testing on Friday, June 23 and wrap up with two on-ice sessions on Saturday, June 24. Friday’s fitness testing will take place at Hybrid Sports from 5:45 p.m.-7:30 p.m. This event will not be open to the public. Saturday’s on-ice scrimmages will take place beginning at 12 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. at the Kinsmen Civic Centre at 1 Kinsmen Way. These ice sessions will be open to the public and will be streamed live on the Petes Facebook page.

The full scrimmage schedule can be found below:

Saturday, June 24:

12 p.m. - Team White vs Team Black

12:50 p.m. - Team Black vs Team Maroon

1:40 p.m. - Team Maroon vs Team White

Break

3:15 p.m. - Team White vs Team Black

4:05 p.m. - Team White vs Team Maroon

4:55 p.m. - Team Maroon vs Team Black

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The 46 players and goaltenders expected to attend includes players selected in the 2023 OHL Priority Selection. The tentative camp roster can be found by clicking here. Team rosters for the on-ice sessions will be released on Saturday, June 24.

Official 2023 OHL Champion hats and shirts are on sale now through the Petes store. Fans can purchase them by clicking here.

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