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PRINCE GEORGE, BC — The Western Hockey League announced today that Prince George Cougars defenceman Carson Carels has been named a nominee for the Bill Hunter Memorial Trophy, awarded annually to the WHL’s Defenceman of the Year. Carels, a 2026 NHL Draft-eligible blueliner, produced a sensational season on the Cougars’ back end, recording 73 points (20 goals, 53 assists) in the regular season. He also finished the year with 73 penalty minutes and a +23 plus/minus rating. In addition to his on-ice performance with the Cougars, Carels earned several notable honours this season. He represented Team CHL at the CHL/USA...