Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada across Hockey, Basketball.
University of Michigan appoints Andrew Brewer as its inaugural General Manager and Chief of Staff for ice hockey, signaling a strategic shift toward data‑driven management and sustained NHL talent pipelines.
Three Bemidji State University players receive NHL development camp invitations, highlighting a promising pipeline of talent from the university to the professional ranks.
Drafted by the St. Louis Blues, Tynan Lawrence combines elite hockey IQ with two‑way versatility, positioning him as a cornerstone for the franchise’s long‑term core.
An investigation by School Sport New Brunswick revealed that coach Michael King allowed a non‑resident student to reside in his home, violating recruitment and eligibility policies. The initial sanctions were later adjusted on appeal.
Doug Grandy, a firefighter from Fredericton, received the NHL’s Willie O’Ree Community Hero Award for founding Rink Rebels, a program that provides inclusive hockey training for girls, and for developing a spinoff leadership program aimed at empowering young women.
The Ontario Hockey League announced that a record 268 graduates earned scholarships for the 2025‑26 academic year, highlighting the league’s dual commitment to athletic and scholarly achievement.
The Columbus Blue Jackets are evaluating free‑agent defensemen, reviewing recent player transactions, and scouting top prospects ahead of the NHL Draft in Buffalo.