Kitchener Rangers appoint Andrew MacNiel as captain for upcoming season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 12:28 AM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
The Kitchener Rangers have announced Andrew MacNiel as their new captain for the 2026-27 season. The Montreal Canadiens prospect takes over from Cameron Reid, who has moved to the NCAA. Assistant captain roles have been given to Alexander Bilecki of the Toronto Maple Leafs and Luca Romano from the New York Islanders. Rangers' head coach Jeff Kyrzakos praised MacNiel's leadership qualities, noting his maturity and team-first mentality. Kitchener begins its season against the Owen Sound Attack on September 18 at 7:00 p.m. EST, with a pre-game ceremony to raise championship banners.
- •Andrew MacNiel is named the 61st captain of the Kitchener Rangers.
- •MacNiel was selected by the Canadiens in the 2025 NHL Draft.
- •Alexander Bilecki and Luca Romano appointed as assistant captains.
- •Kitchener opens the season against the Owen Sound Attack on September 18.
- •The team will raise their Robertson Cup and Memorial Cup banners before the game.
- 12:28 AMYahoo Sports — Kitchener Rangers Name Andrew MacNiel Captain, Alexander Bilecki, Luca Romano Among Assistants
"Kitchener names Habs prospect Andrew MacNiel as Captain, Leafs Bilecki and Isles Romano among Assistants
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