Peterborough Petes' Gavin White Signs Three-Year Deal With Dallas Stars

Peterborough Petes defenceman Gavin White is one step closer to the NHL as he signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Dallas Stars on Thursday.

White won an OHL championship with the Hamilton Bulldogs prior to joining the Petes. Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.

“It’s all pretty surreal,” said White. “I am super excited to sign. I’ve come a long way in three years and to be here right now is a dream come true.”

White, a 2002-born defenceman from Brockville, ON, was a fourth round selection, 115th overall, by the Dallas Stars in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft. In 66 games last season, White recorded 10 goals and 46 assists for 56 points, and another nine points in 19 postseason games leading to a J. Ross Robertson Cup championship.

“On behalf of the Petes, I’d like to congratulate Gavin on reaching this career milestone,” said Michael Oke, Petes general manager. “Since joining the Petes earlier this season, Gavin has shown continued progress toward his goal of playing in the National Hockey League, and this accomplishment is one step closer to that goal.”

White was acquired by the Petes on January 7 from the Hamilton Bulldogs. He has recorded 10 goals and 27 assists for 37 points in 42 games so far this season.

“This signing not only recognizes Gavin’s dedication but also the work of the Petes coaches and development staff, as well as Steve Staios, Matt Turek, Jay McKee and the entire Hamilton Bulldogs Organization, where Gavin began his career,” said Oke.

The Petes host the Saginaw Spirit this Thursday at the Peterborough Memorial Centre with puck drop scheduled for 7:05 p.m.

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