
Kade Landry Rejoins Orlando Solar Bears for 2026‑27 Campaign
Orlando Solar Bears announce the re‑signing of defenseman Kade Landry, a former OHL champion and University Cup winner, who adds depth and playoff experience to the 2026‑27 roster.
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Orlando Solar Bears announce the re‑signing of defenseman Kade Landry, a former OHL champion and University Cup winner, who adds depth and playoff experience to the 2026‑27 roster.

The organization revealed a blend of seasoned leadership and fresh talent, highlighting the continued tenure of head coaches Kirk MacDonald and Brad Ralph, along with a series of strategic appointments across both teams.

After a promising stint with the Idaho Steelheads and a decorated college résumé, defenseman Kade Landry has agreed to a new deal with the Orlando Solar Bears, aiming to bolster the team’s blue line for the upcoming campaign.

Jimmy Lombardi scored on his first shift for Team Canada at the World Junior Summer Showcase, turning a jersey number mix‑up into a memorable debut.

The Greater Ontario Hockey League is implementing nearly twenty rule adjustments for the 2026‑27 season to bring its gameplay in line with the Ontario Hockey League, enhance safety, and provide a clearer pathway for players aspiring to higher levels.

After slipping through the 2023 NHL Draft, Anthony Romani seized his moment in 2024, delivering a breakout season in the OHL, excelling at Michigan State, and catching the eye of the Vancouver Canucks.

The annual U17 camp in Oakville brings together every OHL team, featuring 31 league players and headline prospects such as Kane Cloutier, Colin Kennedy and Adrian Sgro.

Chris Lazary, a former Saginaw Spirit coach and Team Canada assistant, has been hired as an assistant coach for Michigan Hockey, bringing a proven record of titles, player development, and extensive recruiting connections.

The OHL expressed condolences after the passing of Paul Rushforth, a former North Bay Centennials and Belleville Bulls forward who later became a real estate broker and radio co‑host.

Lightning prospects Ethan Czata and Morgan Anderberg have been invited to the 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase, a competitive evaluation event that precedes the International Ice Hockey Federation’s junior championship.

The Ducks have locked in Nikita Klepov, the OHL’s leading scorer and 2025 Hlinka Gretzky Cup champion, through a three‑year contract.

The Colorado Eagles have named Jussi Ahokas as their new head coach, replacing Mark Letestu, who recently joined the Vegas Golden Knights staff. Ahokas arrives after a distinguished tenure with the Kitchener Rangers, where he captured a Memorial Cup and multiple coaching accolades, and he brings a proven record of developing talent for the Colorado Avalanche organization.

Jussi Ahokas, a decorated coach with multiple international medals, succeeds Mark Letestu as the Colorado Eagles' head coach.

The OHL celebrates the selection of eleven officials who will represent the league at the 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase and the Hlinka Gretzky Cup.

Klepov’s historic rookie campaign, decorated with league awards and international gold, earns him a three‑year entry‑level contract with the Ducks, signaling a promising future for the franchise.

The Boston Bruins are retooling their defensive core with tall, skilled prospects, while emerging forwards hint at a shifting roster landscape.

Drew Bannister, celebrated for his OHL Coach of the Year award and stint with the St. Louis Blues, joins a three‑person assistant coaching roster for Canada’s upcoming Hlinka‑Gretzky Cup team, while Erie Otters GM Dave Brown takes on an assistant general manager role.

Princeton’s incoming freshman class adds depth and versatility, with standout performances from Gudelj, Kingwell, Lavoie, Lyons, Monahan and Mittelsteadt.

Canada's roster for the Hlinka‑Gretzky Cup training camp features ten OHL players and aims to rebound after a bronze‑medal finish in 2025.

The Vancouver Canucks will play four preseason games in 2026‑27, featuring young talent and a mix of Canadian and U.S. opponents.

The St. Louis Blues are nurturing a talented cohort of OHL prospects, from offensive forwards to shutdown defensemen, each aiming to make an impact at the professional level.
From a mid‑season trade to a Calder Cup victory, Ben Danford's journey highlights the impact of coaching and the promise of a new generation of hockey talent.

Joe Salandra, an 18‑year‑old forward who played for the Barrie Colts, has decided to enroll at Harvard a year ahead of schedule, forgoing a final Ontario Hockey League season after a broken fibula.

Defenseman Jake Gravelle, a Callander native and University of Western Ontario alumnus, has agreed to a new deal with the Trois‑Rivières Lions, aiming to build on his 2025‑26 performance.