Forward Baron Thompson (99) has joined the Dauphin Kings for the 2019-20 season. Thompson had spent the past 3-seasons with the Brandon Wheat Kings. His best season statistically came in 2017/18 where he totalled 26 points in 60 games. The Philadelphia Flyers have re-signed Elkhorn's  Travis Sanheim to a two-year, $6.5 million contract extension. Last season, his first full year in the NHL, he finished second on the team's defense in scoring with 35 points (9g-26a) in 82 games.

Earlier today Hockey Canada announced the roster of who will attend Canada’s National Junior Team Sport Chek Summer Development Camp. Two current members of the Brandon Wheat King's, Braden Schneider and Luka Burzan, were named among the 43 players who will take to the ice July 27 to Aug. 4 in Plymouth, Mich. From today's release: “We’re very pleased with the group that will be brought together in Plymouth,” said Shawn Bullock, director of men’s national teams. “This is a development opportunity for some of the younger athletes, and it’s a great opportunity for our coaching staff and players to start developing a solid relationship ahead of the World Juniors.” Burzan enjoyed a breakout season for the Wheat Kings in 2018/19 totaling 78 points in 68 games. Schneider picked up 24 points in 58 games while patrolling the blue-line. He is expected to be an early selection in the 2020 National Hockey League Draft.

Forwards Mason Kaspick and Drayson Collyer have both committed to the Flin Flon Bombers for the 2019/20 hockey season. This past season the duo helped guide the Brandon AAA Midget Wheat Kings to a league title. Kaspick registered 35 points in 41 regular season games. Collyer, the team's captain, appeared in 22 games and picked up 15 points. He also amassed 93 penalty minutes in those 22 games.

Friday July 26/19 Family social evening at the Kent Hotel. Meet and greet the celebrities, rainbow auction, live auction and the Calcutta. The Kent houses a huge hockey memorabilia collection and is definitely something to see. This will be an indoor/outdoor event with a live band. Saturday July 27/19 Street Hockey all day long. 4+games going simultaneously. Food Trucks and concession on site. The hockey is 4 on 4 with teams registered with 6 players including a goalie. Teams will be assigned a celebrity at the Friday Nights Kent event. There are 2 divisions: Junior (recreation)  $200 (prizes for Division Champs) Elite (competitive)  $400  (Prizes for Division Champs and $1000) Teams are to register on our website https://facingoffagainstmenscancers.ca/ or contact Jacki at 204-847-0030. This event is hosted by a group of Yellowhead Chief Alumni who are currently playing in the WHL. Dawson Barteaux       Red Deer Rebels Layne Toder                Calgary Hitmen Cole Muir                    Winnipeg Ice Parker Malchuk           Victoria Royals Chad Nychuk               Brandon Wheat Kings During the hockey season these guys put a lot of hours into volunteering for their teams. They thought that maybe giving back to their community and to such a great cause was a really good thing. Men’s cancers are something that touches everyone, and a cause near and dear to these guys hearts. CancerCare Mb Foundation with be the sole beneficiary from this event. If anyone would like to donate to this great cause, contact one of the guys via their social media, or email us at foamc19@gmail.com.

Brandon, MB. – The Brandon Wheat Kings will have a new head coach for the 2019-20 Western Hockey League season. Brandon Owner and Governor Kelly McCrimmon has announced a change in the coaching ranks of the hockey club as head coach David Anning’s contract will not be renewed. This is the second significant move made by McCrimmon this spring. In early May, he relieved Grant Armstrong from his duties as general manager. “We would like to thank David for his seven years with our organization.” said McCrimmon. “He was an important part of our Championship team and aided in the development of many of our players. We wish him the best in his next coaching opportunity.“ The Wheat Kings new GM is expected to play an integral role in the hiring process of the new head coach. A 34-year old Winnipeg native, David Anning joined the Wheat Kings in the 2012-2013 season and was named head coach in August of 2016. Anning came to the Wheat Kings after coaching six seasons in the Manitoba Junior Hockey League. After leading Brandon to back to back playoff appearances, including a trip to the Eastern Conference Semi-Final in 2018, the Wheat Kings failed to qualify for post season play for the first time in six years. In three seasons as head coach of the Wheat Kings, Anning compiled a 102-87-23 record. Only three others – McCrimmon (423), Bob Lowes (363) and Dunc McCallum (251) have won more games behind the Brandon bench. A search for Anning’s successor will begin immediately.