Brantford Bulldogs sign defender Jean-Samuel Daigeneault from USHL

The Brantford Bulldogs have announced the signing of defenseman Jean-Samuel Daigeneault to an OHL Scholarship & Development Agreement on June 25, 2026. Daigeneault, an 18-year-old from Quebec, is known for his physical style of play and will bolster Brantford's defensive lineup. He previously played for the Muskegon Lumberjacks in the USHL, where he focused on a defensive role rather than offensive production. As Brantford prepares for a season of significant player changes, Daigeneault’s signing is seen as a replacement for the expected departure of Owen Protz to the AHL.

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