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Brandon Hagel Pathway: A Journey Fueled by Passion, Hard Work, and Grit

From his early days with the Fort Saskatchewan Rangers to becoming a top talent representing Canada on the world stage, Brandon Hagel’s journey through hockey has been defined by a relentless work ethic, competitive drive, and the desire to win.

“Brandon was a talented athlete who was always working to improve. What set Brandon apart from his peers was his passion for the game and his competitive drive as he had a motor that was always running at maximum. You see that motor still running strong at the NHL level and it is a fundamental component of his professional success.”
— Lee Zalasky, Fort Saskatchewan Rangers U16 AAA and Team Northeast, Alberta Cup

Minor Hockey Associations:

  • Morinville Minor Hockey Association (Now Sturgeon Minor Hockey)
  • Fort Saskatchewan Rangers Athletic Club
Year Team GP G A Pts
2011-2013 Fort Saskatchewan Rangers U15 AAA 66 29 31 60
2013-2014 Fort Saskatchewan Rangers U16 AAA 44 36 27 63
2014-2015 Fort Saskatchewan Rangers U18 AAA 34 23 28 51

Junior Hockey:

  • Whitecourt Wolverines (AJHL)
  • Red Deer Rebels (WHL)
Year Team GP G A Pts
2015-2016 Whitecourt Wolverines 9 2 3 5
2015-2016 Red Deer Rebels 89 14 44 57
2016-2017 Red Deer Rebels 72 38 41 79
2017-2018 Red Deer Rebels 61 23 42 65
2018-2019 Red Deer Rebels 70 45 63 110

Professional Hockey:

  • Rockford IceHogs (AHL)
  • Chicago Blackhawks (NHL)
  • Tampa Bay Lightning (NHL)
Year Team GP G A Pts
2019-2020 Rockford IceHogs 59 19 12 31
2020-2021 Chicago Blackhawks 52 9 15 24
2021-2022 Chicago Blackhawks/Tampa Bay Lightning 77 25 19 44
2022-2023 Tampa Bay Lightning 81 30 34 64
2023-2024 Tampa Bay Lightning 82 26 49 75
2024-2025 Tampa Bay Lightning 56 27 37 64

Highlights:

  • 2013 Alberta Cup Champion
  • 2014 U16 AAA Team MVP
  • Red Deer Rebels franchise record for assists (189) & 3rd all-time in franchise points (309)
  • 2025 4 Nations Face-Off Championship with Team Canada

“Brandon is the type of player everyone wants to play with but not against. He is the model for hard work … a championship-minded athlete.”
— Coach Struch, Current Red Deer Rebels Coach