The Everett Silvertips have added some experience to their blue line. On Wednesday, Everett acquired Kayd Ruedig from the Kamloops Blazers. In exchange for the defender, Kamloops received a first and fourth-round pick in the 2028 draft. This will be the second time that Ruedig plays for a team in the U.S. Division. Prior to joining the Blazers, the 18-year-old defenceman played for the Portland Winterhawks. Ruedig was drafted in the fourth round by Portland back in 2022 and played 17 playoff games for the organization last year. As for this season, Ruedig has 21 points in 27 games. Of those 21 points, eight are goals, which is already a new career high. Over his career, Ruedig has played 103 regular-season games while recording 46 points. Kayd Ruedig of the Kamloops Blazers (Photo Credit: Brian Johnson/Kamloops Blazers/WHL) [https://deweb-519a7.b-cdn.net/post-images/759d0ac6-a5b4-404d-b7d7-5ff47ead996a.jpeg] Kayd Ruedig of the Kamloops Blazers (Photo Credit: Brian Johnson/Kamloops Blazers/WHL) Make sure you bookmark THN's WHL site and add us to your favourites on Google News [https://news.google.com/publications/CAAqBwgKMK-q0gsw7sXpAw?hl=en-CA&gl=CA&ceid=CA%3Aen] for the latest news, exclusive interviews, breakdowns, and so much more. This article originally appeared on The Hockey News [https://thehockeynews.com/whl]. Latest From THN’s Western Hockey League [https://thehockeynews.com/whl] Site: Wenatchee Wild Deal Vanek To The Calgary Hitmen [https://thehockeynews.com/whl/latest-news/wenatchee-wild-deal-vanek-to-the-calgary-hitmen] Hurricanes & Tigers Make Deal Ahead Of 2026 Trade Deadline [https://thehockeynews.com/whl/latest-news/hurricanes-tigers-make-deal-ahead-of-2026-trade-deadline] Kamloops Blazers Defenceman Harrison Brunicke Returns To The WHL [https://thehockeynews.com/whl/latest-news/kamloops-blazers-defenceman-harrison-brunicke-returns-to-the-whl] Prince Albert Raiders Acquire Braeden Cootes In Blockbuster Trade [https://thehockeynews.com/whl/latest-news/prince-albert-raiders-acquire-braeden-cootes-in-blockbuster-trade] Edmonton Oil Kings Trade Parker Alcos To The Kelowna Rockets [https://thehockeynews.com/whl/latest-news/edmonton-oil-kings-trade-parker-alcos-to-the-kelowna-rockets] For action-packed issues, access to the entire magazine archive and a free issue, subscribe to The Hockey News at THN.com/free [https://thehockeynews.store/products/print-subscription?_gl=1*11e3hua*_ga*MTk0NDM0Mzk0OS4xNzQ2MjQ0ODA2*_ga_ZET34ZFCGX*czE3NjYzMzYxOTQkbzkwOSRnMSR0MTc2NjMzNzA3NyRqNTYkbDAkaDA.]. Get the latest news and trending stories by subscribing to our newsletter here [http://eepurl.com/i7OC4I]. And share your thoughts by commenting below the article on THN.com or creating your own post in our community forum. The Hockey News [https://deweb-519a7.b-cdn.net/post-images/b0ff00ca-8999-4b44-add9-e2ae29896a64.jpeg] The Hockey News
