Hockey

Alex Pelletier Wins Dave Tyler Junior Player of the Year Award

Lincoln Stars forward’s breakout season earns top American-born junior hockey honor

Alex Pelletier, a forward for the Lincoln Stars in the USHL, concluded a breakout season that placed him atop the league in both goals and total points.

Award Recognition

He finished the regular season with 48 goals and 85 points across 59 games, posting a 1.44 points‑per‑game average and 270 shots on goal, numbers that tied him for the second‑most goals in a single USHL season behind Kevin Roy’s 54‑goal campaign from 2011‑12.

Pelletier’s impact helped the Stars overcome a winless opening stretch of six games, as they rallied to qualify for the Western Conference semifinals, where he contributed eight points in eight playoff contests.

Team Turnaround

The franchise began the year with a six‑game skid but used the experience to build chemistry, ultimately securing a playoff berth and advancing deep into the conference finals.

As an alternate captain, Pelletier set a standard for younger teammates while continuing to refine his speed and explosiveness despite standing 5‑foot‑10 and 190 pounds.

Looking Ahead

The 19‑year‑old is slated to join Boston College for the 2026‑27 campaign, a move that General Manager Nick Fabrizio says reflects the player’s exceptional year and his influence on the Stars’ culture.

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