Just one day before the OHL trade deadline, the Peterborough Petes have acquired defenseman Grayden Strohack from the Flint Firebirds in exchange for London’s third-round pick in 2025, a fourth-round pick and a fifth-round pick both in 2027, announced on Tuesday afternoon.
Strohack, a 2006-born defenceman, was initially selected by the Firebirds in the third round, 55th overall, of the 2022 OHL Priority Selection. In 33 OHL games, he’s picked up two assists. Last season, the 6’3 Waterloo native played in 45 games for the St. Marys Lincolns, scoring three goals and adding eight assists for 11 points. Strohack also played in the 2022 OHL Cup with his hometown Waterloo Wolves U16, picking up one assist in four games.
“Grayden is a big, young defenceman who is very physical and comfortable in his own end,” said Michael Oke, Petes general manager and vice president of operations. “We’re looking forward to adding him to the lineup and aiding in his development.”
The Petes are going to Hogwarts to host the Frontenacs on Thursday for Harry Potter night at the Peterborough Memorial Centre.