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Victoria Royals cash in draft capital to land dynamic blueliner

The 18-year-old defenceman had seven goals and 20 assists in his rookie WHL season and remains committed to the University of Maine.

Nate Yellowaga needed just one visit to Victoria to envision a future on the Island. Now, the 18-year-old defenceman gets to call it home. On Tuesday (June 2), the Victoria Royals acquired Yellowaga from the Red Deer Rebels in exchange for a 2027 fourth-round pick, a 2028 second-round pick and a 2030 fourth-round selection. The trade came as a welcome surprise to the Calgary product. “I was definitely thrilled to hear that I was traded to Victor…

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Vancouver Island Free Daily broke the news in Parksville, Canada on Friday, June 5, 2026.
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