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Feasey re-signs with Killer Bees; Keating leaves Squires for Jets

July 30, 2026

Barry Wright/The Independent

Brennan Feasey is returning to the Alvinston Killer Bees for the coming senior hockey season.

“Brennan’s elite scoring ability, leadership, and relentless work ethic make him a game-changer every time he steps on the ice,” said the team in making the announcement. “His return gives the Killer Bees another major weapon as we set our sights on an exciting season ahead.”

The Glencoe native and alumni of the Lambton Jr. Sting has scored 110 goals and added 74 assists in 63 regular season and playoff games since joining the franchise in 2023.

He had 31 goals and 49 points in 19 games last season leading the Bees to a league championship and a berth in the championship game at the inaugural Outlaw Cup in May.

Meantime, after 220 total games over 10 seasons with the Petrolia Squires, Kyler Keating has signed with the Strathroy Jets of the NPHL.

The Alvinston product brings experience and leadership to the Jets blueline.

“He’ll add size, composure, and a veteran presence every time he steps onto the ice,” said the Jets in a social media post announcing the signing.

The 6’2” right-shot defenceman had two goals and eight assists in 15 regular season and playoff games with the Squires last season.

He joins his younger brother Kole in the Strathroy lineup. Kole had 11 goals and 23 points in 27 games as a rookie with the Jets last season.

The Jets have also signed former Sarnia Legionnaire JJ Fogarty.

The 21-year-old had 43 goals and 71 points in 56 games last season with the PJHL’s Mt. Brydges Bulldogs.

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