It is official now. The Kindersley Klippers have brought in forward Spencer Braaten from the Humboldt Broncos for future considerations.
I spoke to Rockie Zinger a few minutes ago and he confirmed the trade, as reported by the SJHL website. I will have a chat with Rockie before the Melville game for his comments on the deal. He was still working the phones when I spoke to him.
Braaten, 20, is a 5'7", 164-pound forward with 29 points in as many games so far this season.
Many Klipper fans will remember the dust-up between Braaten and Taylor Duzan last season. Braaten delivered an elbow to Duzan's head during a game at the WCEC and when the Broncos returned, Duzan got the better of him in a fight off the opening puck drop.
Is this a deal the Klippers would have made if not for the Buzzeo-Boyer trade? Maybe. Maybe not. I still expect them to deal for a defenceman if the right opportunity presents itself.
More to come.
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