FORT McMURRAY, AB — The Fort McMurray Oil Barons and broadcaster Matthew Dekker have mutually agreed to part ways. Dekker joined the organization on June 2, 2023, and served as the voice of the Oil Barons for the past three seasons. Throughout his tenure, he played an important role in delivering game broadcasts, sharing the […]
The Fort McMurray Oil Barons are pleased to announce the appointment of Jonathan Lambert as the organization’s Director of Hockey Operations. Lambert joined the Oil Barons organization on January 19, 2026, as Director of Business & Community Engagement and quickly established himself as a valuable member of the leadership team. Through his commitment to community […]
Fort McMurray, AB — June 4, 2026 — The Fort McMurray Oil Barons have acquired 2006 born defenceman Simon Martin from the Weyburn Red Wings, completing the trade made last season that sent the rights to Rylan Pearce to Weyburn. Martin joins the Oil Barons after an impressive 2025-26 season in the SJHL, where he […]
Fort McMurray, AB — May 29, 2026 — The Fort McMurray Oil Barons are proud to announce that goaltender Brendan Gee has committed to the University of British Columbia Thunderbirds for the upcoming season. Gee joined the Oil Barons organization this season and quickly established himself as one of the top goaltenders in the AJHL. […]
Fort McMurray, AB — May 27, 2026 — The Fort McMurray Oil Barons are proud to announce that defenceman Cody Nordstrom has committed to the University of Alberta Augustana Vikings Men’s Hockey program in the ACAC for the upcoming season. Nordstrom spent three seasons with the Oil Barons organization, becoming a key presence on the […]
Fort McMurray Oil Barons announce return of Tom Keca as Head Coach/General Manager, submit bid to host 2027 Centennial Cup Fort McMurray, AB — May 25, 2026 — The Fort McMurray Oil Barons are pleased to announce the return of Tom Keca as Head Coach/General Manager, alongside the addition of former Oil Barons captain Brandon […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Fort McMurray, AB — May 21, 2026 — The Northern Alberta Athletic Association (NAAA) announce that Sam Klassen has made the decision to step away from his role as Head Coach & General Manager of the Fort McMurray Oil Barons. “After much thought and consideration, I’ve made the difficult decision to step […]
Fort McMurray, AB — May 14, 2026 — The Fort McMurray Oil Barons are proud to announce that forward Ryan Arnold has committed to the University of Calgary Dinos Men’s Hockey program of U SPORTS for the upcoming season. Arnold spent the past three seasons with the Oil Barons, establishing himself as one of the […]
Fort McMurray, AB — May 11, 2026 — The Fort McMurray Oil Barons are proud to announce that defenceman Spencer Kunz has committed to the SAIT Trojans of the ACAC for the upcoming season. Kunz suited up in 148 games across four seasons with the Oil Barons, becoming a dependable presence on the blue line […]
