Danis chosen by Penticton in WHL expansion draft

May 7, 2025 | 3:28 PM

PRINCE GEORGE — The Penticton Vees claimed Prince George Cougars forward Matteo Danis (05) in Wednesday’s WHL Expansion Draft (May 7).

Danis played the last two seasons in Prince George, with the Calgary product scoring 15 goals and adding 11 assists in 68 games last season.

The Cougars acquired Danis from Calgary in October, 2023 in exchange for a fourth round draft pick.

Penticton picked a total of 22 players in the draft as they are set to compete in the WHL starting next season.