Following the conclusion of the 2025–26 Minnesota High School Hockey season, a strong group of players has already taken the next step, appearing in USHL games and getting (for some) an early taste of junior hockey.
This transition period is always telling. It gives a glimpse into which players are ready to adapt to a faster pace, heavier competition, and more structured environments. For many, it’s not about production right away, it’s about earning trust, handling shifts, and showing they belong.
Below is a list of Minnesota High School players who have suited up in the USHL since the end of their season.
| Player | USHL Team |
|---|---|
| Lincoln Ayers-Assad | Lincoln |
| Tate Bachelor | Cedar Rapids |
| Cole Baumgarner | Chicago |
| Tyden Bergeson | Madison |
| Cole Braunshausen | Lincoln |
| Caz Carlson | Waterloo |
| Brock Cheslock | Omaha |
| Max Cullen | Muskegon |
| Keegan Davis | Waterloo |
| Joe Erickson | Chicago |
| Jayden Kurtz | Chicago |
| Camden Langfeld | Waterloo |
| Teddy Lechner | Muskegon |
| Rian Marquardt | Waterloo |
| Bode McConnell | Madison |
| Nicklas Nelson | Sioux Falls |
| Sam Peckham | Waterloo |
| Nash Roed | Waterloo |
| Connor Schubert | Youngstown |
| Blake Sinclair | Omaha |
| Ethan Sturgis | Green Bay |
| Evan Wanner | Tri-City |
| Becker Wenkus | Des Moines |
| Miller Wenkus | Des Moines |
| Zac Zimmerman | Fargo |
Harper Searles: Des Moines
This list is just for player that player in the 2025-26 high school season.