Diego Johnson is making the jump to the WHL.
After being picked up in last month’s Expansion Draft by the Penticton Vees, the 19-year-old from Fort Saint James put pen to paper with the South Okanagan-based franchise.
Johnson spent parts of the past two seasons with the Madison Capitols of the United States Hockey League.
Last year, he was fourth in team scoring with 45 points (20 goals, 25 assists) in 61 regular season games.
“Diego is a key addition to our team for the upcoming season. He has scored at every level, and we expect him to be a key contributor offensively to our lineup. He is a player that is not afraid to get to the scoring areas to create offence and has the skill to capitalize on those chances. He is another veteran player having already played three seasons of junior hockey, and his experience will help with our transition into the WHL,” said Vees President, General Manager, and Head Coach Fred Harbinson.
Johnson also spent time in the BCHL with the Merritt Centennials as well as a stint in Alberta with the Sherwood Park Crusaders.
He is committed to the University of Connecticut for the 2026-27 season.
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