From the O to the Pros: OHL Alumni Weekly Round-Up (Mar. 19, 2026)
The Ontario Hockey League continues to produce standouts at the professional level, with alumni making headlines across the NHL and AHL. From milestone moments to first career goals, OHL grads continue to shape the hockey landscape every week. Here’s a look at the top alumni stories from the past seven days.
Feature Stories of the Week (NHL)
Jason Robertson (Kingston/Niagara)
Became the first player in Stars/North Stars history to record four straight 80-point seasons. He continues to produce at an elite level and is currently riding a four-game point streak as the Stars push toward the top of the Western Conference.
Jason Robertson hits the spin-o-rama to score his second of the night! 😮💨 pic.twitter.com/lhMAS878zg
— NHL (@NHL) March 13, 2026
Brent Burns (Brampton)
Skated in his 990th consecutive game and sits second for the longest “Iron Man” streak in NHL history. At 41 years old, Burns sits just 74 games behind Phil Kessel.
THE IRON MAN! 🦾
Brent Burns gets one back for the Avs! pic.twitter.com/E2CJmdX6Uk
— Sports on Prime Canada (@SportsOnPrimeCA) March 17, 2026
Feature Stories of the Week (AHL)
Luca Del Bel Belluz (Mississauga/Sarnia)
Was named the AHL’s First Star of the Night on March 18 after recording his second career hat-trick and adding an assist. He currently leads the team in scoring with 53 points (22-31–53) through 48 games.
the one you've been waiting for 🎩 🎩 🎩
🚨: Del Bel Belluz
🍎: Pinelli pic.twitter.com/Ke9SsRsV1I— Cleveland Monsters (@monstershockey) March 19, 2026
Michael DiPietro (Windsor/Ottawa)
Recorded his second shutout of the season on March 13, turning aside all 13 shots he faced. He continues to dominate between the pipes, leading the AHL in both goals-against average (1.89) and save percentage (.932)
DIPPY DAY!#AHLBruins | @CocaCola pic.twitter.com/KTkEfpvPpd
— Providence Bruins (@AHLBruins) March 14, 2026
Additional Alumni Notes:
- Matthew Schaefer (Erie) – Moved into fourth for most points (49) in a single season by a rookie defenseman.
- Patrick Kane (London) – Moved into fourth for most goals (504) by a U.S.-born player.
- Connor McDavid (Erie) – Recorded his 61st three-assist game.
- Mitch Marner (London) – Recorded his 50th assist and is now tied as the fastest player to record that feat with the Golden Knights.
- Thomas Harley (Mississauga) – Scored his seventh career overtime goal, which is now the most by a defenseman in Stars/North Stars history.
- Robert Thomas (London/Hamilton) – Scored with nine seconds remaining in the extra frame and is now tied for the third-lastest overtime goal in franchise history.
- Wyatt Johnston (Windsor) – Netted his 35th goal of the season and is now tied for first for most power-play goals in a single season.
- Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen (Sudbury) – Recorded his eighth career shutout.
- Ty Nelson (North Bay Battalion) – Scored the overtime winner for the Firebirds.
- Ilya Protas (Windsor) – Currently tied for the rookie scoring league with 50 points.
OHL Alumni Milestones & Notes:
| Player | Former OHL Team(s) | Current Team | Notable Stat / Milestone |
| Jason Robertson | Kingston Frontenacs,
Niagara IceDogs |
Dallas Stars (NHL) | Recorded his fourth straight 80-point season. |
| Brent Burns | Brampton Battalion | Colorado Avalanche (NHL) | Second in the NHL’s “Iron Man Streak” |
| Luca Del Bel Belluz | Mississauga Steelheads,
Sarnia Sting |
Cleveland Monsters (AHL) | 1GP, 3G, 1A |
| Michael DiPietro | Windsor Spitfires,
Ottawa 67’s |
Providence Bruins (AHL) | Recorded second career shutout |
🔗 View the full list of OHL alumni currently playing in the NHL and AHL here.
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