BULLDOGS SIGN FREE AGENT FORWARD JOEY SINCLAIR
Brantford Bulldogs General Manager Spencer Hyman announced the signing of free agent forward Joey Sinclair from the Sherwood Park Crusaders under a Standard Players Agreement starting in the 2026-27 OHL season.
Player Background and Performance
Joey Sinclair, a right-shot winger from Hamilton, Ontario, has demonstrated impressive production across multiple levels:
- In the 2022-23 season, he scored 17 goals and added 30 assists, totaling 47 points in 36 games with the Southern Tier Admirals U16 AAA team.
- During the 2023-24 season, Sinclair improved with 19 goals and 39 assists, totaling 58 points in 34 games for the Southern Tier Admirals U18 AAA squad.
- At the junior level in 2024-25, Sinclair excelled with the Burlington Cougars (OJHL), posting 21 goals and 40 assists for 61 points in 53 games, earning a spot on the OJHL Second All-Prospect Team.
- In the 2025-26 season opener with the Sherwood Park Crusaders, he leads the team with 7 goals and 13 assists for 20 points in just 14 games.
Future Plans and Remarks
Sinclair has committed to continue his hockey career at Bowling Green University for the 2027-28 season, joining fellow Bulldogs Camron Hankai and Sam McCue in this decision.
“Joey is a player we’ve had on our radar since last season,” said Brantford Bulldogs General Manager Spencer Hyman. “He enjoyed an exceptional career in the OJHL, and his strong production has continued this year in Sherwood Park.”
Author's summary: Joey Sinclair is a promising forward with consistent scoring success at various competitive levels, now signed to the Brantford Bulldogs and set to advance his career at Bowling Green University.