With the Josh Gratton era officially set to begin in September, plenty of work is being done behind the scenes to strengthen the Blizzard roster for the upcoming season.

 

The club's most recent trades saw the Blizzard acquire defenceman Odile Grenier and forward Matthew O'Sullivan.

 

O'Sullivan split last season between the Kings and the Blues, recording a combined 47 points during his time with the two clubs.

 

Grenier also suited up for two different teams last season. The defenceman played just two games with the MJAHL's Amherst Ramblers before joining the QJHL's Gatineau Flames, where he appeared in 41 games and finished with 20 points.

 

Back in June, the Blizzard also acquired forward Brady Green and defenceman Leathen Bent, two players Gratton coached during his time with the Winnipeg Blues.

 

The Blizzard did not trade away any returning players in any of the four deals, adding experience and depth to the roster ahead of the 2026-27 season.