Calgary Hitmen: A Western Hockey League Powerhouse

Hitmen's Dynasty in the WHL

The Calgary Hitmen are a major junior ice hockey team based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. They are members of the Western Hockey League (WHL) and play their home games at the Scotiabank Saddledome.

The Hitmen were founded in 1995 as the Calgary Hitmen. They have won two WHL Championships, in 1999 and 2010, and have also won the Ed Chynoweth Cup as WHL playoff champions in 2010.

The Hitmen have a strong tradition of developing NHL players. Some of the most notable NHL players who have played for the Hitmen include:

• Jarome Iginla
• Robyn Regehr
• Mike Cammalleri
• T.J. Brodie
• Curtis Lazar

Hitmen's Defensemen

The Hitmen have a strong defense, led by a number of talented defensemen.

One of the most promising young defensemen in the WHL is Sean Tschigerl. Tschigerl is a physical defenseman who is also a good puck-mover. He is expected to be a top pick in the upcoming NHL Entry Draft.

Another top defenseman for the Hitmen is Jake Bean. Bean is a smooth-skating defenseman who is a good passer and shooter. He is also a member of the Canadian national junior team.

The Hitmen also have a number of other talented defensemen, including Brandon Hickey, Connor Zary, and Markus Kastelic.

Hitmen's Future

The Hitmen are a young and talented team with a bright future. They have a strong core of players, led by a number of talented defensemen.

The Hitmen are expected to be a contender for the WHL Championship in the years to come.