The Huskies kick off the trade period by acquiring forward Cole Renaud, 16, from the Saint John's Sea Dogs, alongside multiple draft picks. For this year's draft, they received the #15 pick in the first round and the #32 pick in the second round. The Huskies also secured a 2nd round pick and a 3rd round pick in 2027, with a 6th round pick in 2028. In return, goaltender Samuel Meloche, who set multiple team records, heads to the Sea Dogs, enhancing their roster ahead of the coming season.

By the Numbers
  • Cole Renaud had 45 points in 40 regular-season games (23 goals, 22 assists).
  • Samuel Meloche recorded a 0.908 save percentage in 132 games with the Huskies.
State of Play
  • The Huskies are boosting their future with strategic draft picks from the Sea Dogs and Armada.
  • Samuel Meloche heads to the Sea Dogs after setting four rookie records with the Huskies.
What's Next

The Huskies are set to leverage their newly acquired #15 and #32 picks in the upcoming draft to fortify their team for future seasons. Additionally, they aim to recruit three players during the first round on Friday night.

Bottom Line

With this trade, the Huskies are focused on building for the future while bidding farewell to a key player in Meloche, highlighting their commitment to both immediate improvements and long-term success.