Kamloops Blazers recall goaltender Cole Kehler

Mar 1, 2016 | 12:19 PM

KAMLOOPS — The Kamloops Blazers have recalled goaltender Cole Kehler from the Merritt Centennials of the BCHL (Jr. A).

The 18-year-old Kehler appeared in 43 games with the Centennials this season, posting an 18-24-0 record. His BCHL season concluded this past weekend as the Centennials missed the postseason by one point.

Kehler has played in 32 games with the Blazers between 2013-15, going 4-18-2-0. The Altona, MB native also appeared in three preseason games with the Blazers in September. He is expected to begin practicing with the team as of March 1st.

With the move, the Blazers roster is now at 24 players including three goaltenders, seven defensemen and 14 forwards.