Squires bring back veterans this season
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Squires bring back veterans this season
October 5, 2025
Barry Wright/The Independent
The 2025-26 roster is rounding into shape for the Petrolia Squires.
The team has signed a host of veterans for the coming season in the Ontario Elite Hockey League.
The team has announced its has signed TJ Harris, Eric Marsh, Cam Hackett, Cole Harris, Isaac McLean, Ben Schoch, Joey Ferrera, Daniel Gibson, Curtis Helps, Blake Butler, Ryan Fraser and Zach Van Eyk along with goaltenders Jakob Knowles and Connor McKinlay.
The Squires say more signings are expected in the coming days.
Petrolia opens the new OEHL season Friday, Oct. 17 against the Tavistock Royals at Greenwood Arena.
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