In a significant announcement on February 27, 2026, Canada West revealed its 2025-26 men’s hockey All-Star and All-Rookie teams. A remarkable 17 alumni from the Western Hockey League (WHL) made substantial contributions to the rosters across the three teams.
2025-26 Canada West First Team All-Stars
The First Team is highlighted by top performers from the conference, led by Sasha Mutala, the scoring champion.
- G – Brett Mirwald (UBC): The Saskatoon native and former Vancouver Giant recorded an impressive 11-1-1-1 record with two shutouts.
- D – Landon Kosior (Saskatchewan): A Prince Albert Raiders alumnus, he secured 29 points as one of the top defenders.
- D – Jake Lee (UBC): The veteran from Seattle Thunderbirds and Kelowna Rockets dominated with 34 points and a +37 plus-minus rating.
- F – Connor Bouchard (Mount Royal): This former Tri-City American alternate captain tallied 39 points in 27 games.
- F – Adam Kydd (Calgary): The Dinos’ captain led U SPORTS with 33 assists, ranking second in the conference.
- F – Sasha Mutala (UBC): The scoring leader amassed 46 points (14 goals, 32 assists), aiding UBC in a record-setting win season.
2025-26 Canada West Second Team All-Stars
The Second Team showcases a blend of experienced players and WHL champions.
- G – Carl Stankowski (Calgary): A 2017 WHL Champion, he achieved a career-high with 16 starts, showcasing a .910 save percentage.
- D – Dawson Davidson (Alberta): In his final year, he tied for the Golden Bears’ lead with 26 points.
- D – Clay Hanus (Mount Royal): This Portland Winterhawks graduate earned his second all-star selection.
- F – Dawson Holt (Saskatchewan): A consistent fifth-year veteran, he continued to deliver steady performances.
- F – Chantz Petruic (Saskatchewan): A former Moose Jaw Warrior, he remains a reliable offensive contributor.
- F – Ty Thorpe (UBC): The ex-captain of the Vancouver Giants complemented UBC’s strong lineup.
2025-26 Canada West All-Rookie Team
This year’s All-Rookie Team features standout newcomers making their mark in university hockey.
- G – Ethan Buenaventura (Mount Royal): A Calgary Hitmen alumnus, he successfully adapted to university-level goaltending.
- D – Keaton Dowhaniuk (MacEwan): The former Prince George Cougar led MacEwan defensemen with 18 points.
- D – Jace Weir (UBC): The ex-Red Deer Rebel emerged as the top-scoring rookie defender with 26 points.
- F – Hayden Pakkala (Calgary): Tied for the conference rookie lead, he netted 15 goals and totaled 26 points.
- F – Conner Roulette (Saskatchewan): The former Saskatoon Blade brought impressive offensive skills to the Huskies.
These accolades underline the substantial impact of WHL alumni in Canadian university hockey. The depth and talent showcased by these athletes are crucial as the season progresses.
