The Everett Silvertips announced this week that they have inked Wyatt Bitz, the 13th overall selection in the recent draft, to a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement, a move that underscores the club’s commitment to bolstering its defensive core and adding a player with high upside.
Background and performance
Bitz, a 6‑foot‑1, 157‑pound blueliner born in 2011, spent the 2025‑26 season with the Saskatoon Outlaws 15U AA, where he led all SAAHL U15 defensemen with 53 points, including 18 goals and 35 assists in 27 games. The following year he recorded three goals and 28 assists for the Saskatoon Generals U15 AA, and earned a 10‑game call‑up to the Saskatoon Contacts U18 AAA, contributing three assists during that stint.
Scouting approval and future outlook
The Silvertips’ scouting staff praised Bitz for his hockey IQ and vision, noting that his ability to read the play and make precise passes sets him apart among his peers. Executives expressed excitement about welcoming Bitz and his family to the organization, and he is slated to attend training camp in August, where he will have the opportunity to suiting up with the senior roster.