Articles by Michael Sonday

15 Minnesotans Drafted in the WHL Prospects Draft

Minnesotan Drafted in the WHL Prospects Draft. This is the main prospect draft for the WHL, separate from the U.S Priority Draft. There were 24 Americans drafted, 15 being from Minnesota in the prospects draft….


19 Minnesotans Selected in 2025 WHL U.S. Priority Draft

Minnesota talent shined brightly in the 2025 WHL U.S. Priority Draft, with 19 players selected, more than any other eligible state. The Western Hockey League, which allows teams to draft players from select U.S. states,…


Boys HP 17 National Camp Players Announced

2025 USA Hockey Boys Select 17 National Camp Player List (2008 Birth Year)The following players have been selected to represent Minnesota at the 2025 USA Hockey Boys Select 17 National Development Camp. The camp will…


Boys HP 16 National Camp Players Announced

2025 USA Hockey Boys Select 16 National Development Camp Player List (2009 Birth Year)The following players have been selected to attend the 2025 USA Hockey Boys Select 16 National Development Camp, taking place June 25–July…




Brandon Mickelson Signs with the Wenatchee Wild of the WHL

Moorhead standout defenseman Brandon Mickelson has signed a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement with the Wenatchee Wild of the Western Hockey League. The 2007-born blueliner made significant strides last season with the Spuds, showcasing his…


Finn Spehar Headed to the WHL

2009-born forward Finn Spehar is taking the next big step in his hockey career, signing a WHL Scholarship & Development Agreement with the Portland Winterhawks. The skilled right-shot forward played his bantam hockey in Minnetonka…