Updated 5:12 p.m., Thursday, January 8th:
Four players in, one player out.
That’s the story for the Prince George Cougars as the WHL’s Trade Deadline has come and gone, with the Cats making five deals before the 5:00 p.m. deadline today. (Thursday)
The latest trade came just before the deadline, with the Cougars acquiring 2006-born defenceman Tyrone Sobry, in exchange for a 2026 ninth-round pick, and a 2029 fourth round pick.
Sobry has played in 33 WHL games this season, 29 for the Blades and four for the Prince Albert Raiders, and has tallied eight points. (3G, 5A)
“He brings valuable WHL experience and will complement an already strong group, particularly on our special teams,” said Cougars GM and Head Coach Mark Lamb.
The first deal for the Cougars came on Wednesday, with the Cougars bringing in 2007-born defenceman Kaeson Fisher from the Everett Silvertips, in exchange for a sixth-round pick in the 2027 WHL Prospects Draft.
The Cougars started Thursday by sending 2008-born defenceman Eli Johnson to the Penticton Vees, in exchange for a sixth round pick in 2027.
The Cougars also added to the forward core, acquiring 2008-born forward Koy Funk from the Calgary Hitmen, sending a 2028 third-round pick in return.
The open 20 spot for the Cougars was filled as well in a trade with Wenatchee.
The Cougars picked up 2005-born forward Dawson Seitz from the Wild, in exchange for a 2029 eighth-round pick.
On Tuesday, the Prince Albert Raiders made the biggest splash of deadline season, acquiring Vancouver Canucks prospect Braedon Cootes and three picks from the Seattle Thunderbirds, in exchange for four players and four picks, including two first round picks.
🚨DID SOMEONE SAY BLOCKBUSTER?🚨
The @PARaidersHockey and @SeattleTbirds have finalized five-man, 12-asset trade involving @Canucks prospect, Braeden Cootes.
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— Western Hockey League (@TheWHL) January 6, 2026
The Thunderbirds made another big trade on Monday, one that didn’t involve the PG Cougars, but one that had PG ties.
The Thunderbirds picked sent defenceman Kaleb Hartmann and five picks (including two first rounders) to the Vancouver Giants in exchange for Prince George product Cameron Schmidt, who is currently leading the WHL in points.
SEATTLE’S NEWEST STAR!
The @SeattleTbirds and @WHLGiants have completed a blockbuster deal involving @DallasStars prospect, Cameron Schmidt!
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— Western Hockey League (@TheWHL) January 5, 2026
Updated 3:15 p.m., Thursday, January 8th:
The Prince George Cougars have filled their open 20-year-old spot.
The Cougars acquired 2005-born forward Dawson Seitz from the Wenatchee Wild in exchange for a 2029-eighth round pick.
Seitz was also on the 2022 WHL Champion Edmonton Oil Kings.
The Medicine Hat, Alberta product brings 233 regular season WHL games worth of experience.
“We are thrilled to add the experience Dawson brings into our lineup,” said Cougars Head Coach and GM Mark Lamb.
“He has a winning pedigree, he can skate, and he has an excellent shot.”
Through 22 games with the Wild this season, Seitz has registered 11 points. (4G, 7A)
Updated 3:00 p.m., Thursday, January 8th:
The Prince George Cougars have added to the forward core in a trade with the Calgary Hitmen.
The Cougars acquired 17-year-old forward Koy Funk from Calgary, in exchange for a third round pick in 2028.
“Koy is a strong, physical two-way player and a character kid with a high hockey IQ,” said Cougars Head Coach and GM Mark Lamb.
“Our scouts really liked him in his draft year, and we’re very excited to acquire him. He has the versatility to play both centre and wing, which gives us added flexibility moving forward.”
The product of Portage la Prairie, Manitoba has appeared in 21 games for the Hitmen, recording six points.
Original Story:
The Prince George Cougars have made their first deal on the WHL’s Trade Deadline day.
The Cougars dealt 2008-born defenceman Eli Johnson to the Penticton Vees in exchange for a 2027 sixth-round pick.
In 24 games for the Cougars this season has tallied 6 assists.
The Trade Deadline is at 5:00 pm.
This post will be updated with trades as they happen throughout the day.
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