Peterborough Petes Acquire Matthew Jenken From Flint Firebirds For Three Draft Picks
/The Peterborough Petes make their first trade ahead of the 2024-25 season, acquiring defenceman Matthew Jenken from the Flint Firebirds for a sixth-round pick in 2026, a third-round pick in 2028 and a conditional fifth-round pick in 2027 (Windsor), announced on Monday.
Jenken is the second player from Ilderton on the Petes roster, joining second year defenceman Liam Ladds. Photo courtesy of Natalie Shaver and the PEterborough Petes.
The 6’4” 2005-born defender was initially selected by the Firebirds in the first round, 17th overall, of the 2022 U18 Priority Selection. In two seasons with Flint, the Ilderton, Ont. native played 108 games with three goals and 20 assists for 23 points. A right-handed shot, Jenken appeared in the playoffs in both OHL seasons, playing 10 games.
“Matthew is a big, puck-moving defenceman who is solid in his own end,” said Michael Oke, general manager and vice president of operations. “He had a breakout season last year with 18 points, showing that he can help out offensively while still being a responsible defenceman. He’s a great addition to our group as we gear up for training camp and the 2024-25 season.”
The trade is the Petes' first before their preseason, which begins on Sept. 1 at the Jack Burger Sports Complex in Port Hope.
Peterborough’s full 2024 preseason schedule is as follows:
Sept. 1 - Niagara @ Peterborough - 2:05 p.m. (Jack Burger Sports Complex - Port Hope)
Sept. 6 - Peterborough @ Guelph - 7:07 p.m.
Sept. 8 - Sudbury @ Peterborough - 3:05 p.m. (Asphodel Norwood Community Centre - Norwood)
Sept. 20 - Peterborough @ Kingston - 7:00 p.m.
Sept. 21 - Guelph @ Peterborough - 7:05 p.m. (Cavan Monaghan Community Centre - Millbrook)
