J.P. Hurlbert (left) and Kelowna's Dawson Gerwing in action during game three of their first-round WHL playoff series. (Image Credit: Brian Johnson/Kamloops Blazers)
By Victor Kaisar
CHL Awards

Blazers Hurlbert named to CHL Third All-Star Team, All-Rookie Team

Jun 24, 2026 | 11:26 AM

KAMLOOPS — Kamloops Blazers forward J.P. Hurlbert’s efforts during the 2025-26 Western Hockey League (WHL) season has earned him a pair of accolades from the Canadian Hockey League (CHL).

On Wednesday (June 24) morning, the 18-year-old Hurlbert was named to both the CHL’s Third All-Star Team as well as the CHL’s All-Rookie Team.

Hurlbert, the WHL’s rookie of the year, led all WHL rookies with 42 goals and 97 points, and finished fourth in the overall scoring race. He also tied for first among all CHL rookies with Ontario Hockey League (OHL) rookie of the year, Nikita Klepov of the Saginaw Spirit (37 goals and 60 assists).

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Ranked 12th overall among North American skaters, Hurlbert is expected to hear his name called on Friday (June 26) during the first round of the 2026 NHL draft.

The Allen, Texas native will not be in Kamloops next season as he will honour his commitment to join the University of Michigan Wolverines for the 2026-2027 NCAA season.

by Victor Kaisar

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