What league does Saskatoon Blades play in?

Saskatoon Blades play in the WHL.

When was Saskatoon Blades founded?

Saskatoon Blades was founded in 1964 in Saskatoon, SK, CAN, Canada.

Where is Saskatoon Blades based?

Saskatoon Blades is based in Saskatoon, SK, CAN.

Who is the head coach of Saskatoon Blades?

The head coach of Saskatoon Blades is Brad McCrimmon.

What arena does Saskatoon Blades play in?

Saskatoon Blades play their home games at SaskTel Centre in Saskatoon, SK, CAN.

Who is the general manager of Saskatoon Blades?

The general manager of Saskatoon Blades is Brent McEwen.

What are the team colors of Saskatoon Blades?

The team colors of Saskatoon Blades are Blue + White.

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1999-2000 Saskatoon Blades Roster

	#	Player	A	Born	Birthplace	HT	WT	S
GOALTENDERS
	#37	Tony Kolewaski (G)	43	1982	Calgary, AB, CAN	5'10"	194	L
	#34	Tyler MacKay (G)	46	1980	Deschambault Lake, SK, CAN	5'11"	165	L
	#1	Cam Ondrik (G)	45	1980	Cranbrook, BC, CAN	6'2"	190	L
	#34	Aaron Sproule (G)	46	1980	Victoria, BC, CAN	6'5"	216	L
DEFENSEMEN
	#3	Christian Chartier (D)	45	1980	Russell, MB, CAN	5'11"	205	L
	#6	Garnet Exelby (D)	44	1981	Craik, SK, CAN	6'1"	216	L
	#3	Mark Forth (D)	44	1981	Coaldale, AB, CAN	6'1"	185	L
	#8	Kane Ludwar (D)	44	1981	Regina, SK, CAN	6'1"	185	R
	#17	Chris Manchakowski (D)	45	1980	Fort Saskatchewan, AB, CAN	6'2"	212	R
	#21	Scott D. McQueen (D)	46	1979	Saskatoon, SK, CAN	6'2"	190	R
	#4	Chris Ovington (D)	45	1980	Vernon, BC, CAN	6'4"	205	R
	#2	Darcy Robinson (D)		1981	Kamloops, BC, CAN	6'4"	238	R
	#18	Aaron Rome (D)	42	1983	Nesbitt, MB, CAN	6'1"	220	L
	#21	Reagan Rome (D)	44	1981	Nesbitt, MB, CAN	6'2"	201	L
	#21	Matt Suderman (D)		1983	Winnipeg, MB, CAN	6'3"	236	L
	#44	Jeff Zorn (D)	46	1979	Tisdale, SK, CAN	5'11"	190	L
FORWARDS
	#39	Bobby Almeida (C)	45	1980	Edmonton, AB, CAN	5'8"	181	L
	#14	Jonathon Barkman (RW/C)	46	1979	Steinbach, MB, CAN	6'0"	196	R
	#23	Garett Bembridge (RW)	44	1981	Melfort, SK, CAN	6'0"	163	R
	#19	David Cameron (C)	45	1980	Winnipeg, MB, CAN	6'1"	174	R
	#24	Jeff Coulter (RW)	44	1982	Imperial, SK, CAN	6'0"	190	L
	#30	Mathieu Cusson (C)	46	1979	Calgary, AB, CAN	6'0"	198	L
	#9	Martin Erat (RW/LW)	44	1981	Trebic, CZE	5'10"	198	L
	#22	Adrian Foster (C)	44	1982	Lethbridge, AB, CAN	6'0"	205	L
	#20	Derek Halldorson (C)	44	1981	Kamsack, SK, CAN	6'0"	198	L
	#21	Davin Heintz (F)	42	1983	Luseland, SK, CAN	6'4"	216	L
	#29	Darcy Hordichuk (LW)	45	1980	Kamsack, SK, CAN	6'1"	216	L
	#32	Justin Kanigan (LW)	43	1983	Castlegar, BC, CAN	6'5"	220	L
	#27	Justin Kelly (C/RW)	44	1981	Abbotsford, BC, CAN	6'4"	187	R
	#25	Warren Peters (C/LW)	43	1982	Saskatoon, SK, CAN	6'0"	201	L
	#11	Lubomir Pistek (LW)	45	1980	Bratislava, SVK	6'2"	198	L
	#16	Tyler Shybunka (C)	47	1979	Edson, AB, CAN	5'10"	181	L
	#11	Pavel Stastny (C)	43	1982		5'11"	181	R
	#28	Craig Valette (C)	43	1982	Shellbrook, SK, CAN	6'1"	201	L

Position: G: 2, D: 9, F: 17Av Age: 18.32 yearsAv Ht: 6'0"Av Wt: 196 lbsCompare with other teams »

1999-2000 Saskatoon Blades Staff

Head CoachBrad McCrimmon
Asst. CoachKevin Dickie
General ManagerBrent McEwen
Conditioning CoachBlaine Whyte
Franchise OwnerJack Brodsky
Franchise OwnerBob Brodsky
Franchise OwnerDebbie Brodsky
PresidentJack Brodsky
ScoutMike Rooney

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Saskatoon Blades Facts

Plays in: Western Hockey League
Team Colors: Blue + White
Town: Saskatoon, SK, CAN Map
Founded: 1964

1999-2000 Saskatoon Blades Roster Facts

Nationalities

31 players
2 players
1 player

Experience

Saskatoon Blades: 2 737 GP
Czechia: 5 GP

Affiliated Team(s)

Arena Information

Arena Name: SaskTel Centre
Location: Saskatoon, SK, CAN
Capacity: 15 100
Construction Year: 1988

Saskatoon Blades Games

date	home	visiting	score	league
02/14/2026 01:00 AM UTC	Saskatoon Blades	Swift Current Broncos	-	WHL
02/12/2026 01:00 AM UTC	Saskatoon Blades	Regina Pats	-	WHL
02/08/2026 01:00 AM UTC	Saskatoon Blades	Lethbridge Hurricanes	2 - 4	WHL
02/07/2026 01:00 AM UTC	Regina Pats	Saskatoon Blades	3 - 4 (OT 61:41)	WHL
02/04/2026 01:00 AM UTC	Saskatoon Blades	Calgary Hitmen	1 - 7	WHL

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Saskatoon Blades History and Standings

season	league	GP	W	L	T	OTW	OTL	GF	GA	PTS	PPG	rank	postseason
2025-2026	WHL	52	26	22	-	-	4	165	167	56	1.08	3	-
2024-2025	WHL	68	37	23	-	-	8	235	218	82	1.21	3	First round loss
2023-2024	WHL	68	50	13	-	-	5	255	163	105	1.54	1	Conference Final loss
2022-2023	WHL	68	48	15	-	-	5	257	171	101	1.49	2	Conference Final loss
2021-2022	WHL	68	38	26	-	-	4	219	217	80	1.18	3	First round loss
2020-2021	WHL	24	16	5	-	-	3	80	62	35	1.46	3	No playoffs held
2019-2020	WHL	63	34	24	-	-	5	211	197	73	1.16	4	Playoffs Cancelled
2018-2019	WHL	68	45	15	-	-	8	259	190	98	1.44	2	Division Final loss
2017-2018	WHL	72	35	33	-	-	4	237	276	74	1.03	6	Did not make playoffs
2016-2017	WHL	72	28	35	-	-	9	190	248	65	0.9	5	Did not make playoffs
2015-2016	WHL	72	26	42	-	-	4	219	318	56	0.78	6	Did not make playoffs
2014-2015	WHL	72	19	49	-	-	4	195	308	42	0.58	6	Did not make playoffs
2013-2014	WHL	72	16	51	-	-	5	207	317	37	0.51	6	Did not make playoffs
2012-2013	WHL	72	44	22	-	-	6	280	221	94	1.31	1	Conference QF loss
2011-2012	WHL	72	40	29	-	-	3	268	250	83	1.15	2	Conference QF loss
2010-2011	WHL	72	56	13	2	-	1	310	213	115	1.6	1	Conference SF loss
2009-2010	WHL	72	46	19	-	-	7	258	226	99	1.38	3	Conference SF loss
2008-2009	WHL	72	49	18	-	-	5	283	195	103	1.43	3	Conference QF loss
2007-2008	WHL	72	29	34	-	-	9	182	229	67	0.93	15	Did not make playoffs
2006-2007	WHL	72	27	41	-	-	4	174	231	58	0.81	18	Did not make playoffs
2005-2006	WHL	72	41	25	-	-	6	232	217	88	1.22	7	Conference SF loss
2004-2005	WHL	72	37	23	6	-	6	234	215	86	1.19	7	Conference QF loss
2003-2004	WHL	72	7	52	11	-	2	140	279	27	0.38	20	Did not make playoffs
2002-2003	WHL	72	40	27	5	-	0	234	205	85	1.18	7	Conference QF loss
2001-2002	WHL	72	27	37	5	-	3	216	257	62	0.86	16	Conference QF loss
2000-2001	WHL	72	19	43	5	-	5	193	265	48	0.67	17	Did not make playoffs
1999-2000	WHL	72	34	27	8	-	3	216	223	79	1.1	7	Conference SF loss
1998-1999	WHL	72	16	49	7	-	-	184	291	39	0.54	17	Did not make playoffs
1997-1998	WHL	72	25	39	8	-	-	263	327	58	0.81	13	Conference QF loss
1996-1997	WHL	72	18	48	6	-	-	227	344	42	0.58	16	Did not make playoffs

Saskatoon Blades Tournament Statistics

season	tournament	GP	W	L	T	OTW	OTL	GF	GA	PTS	PPG	rank	postseason
2012-2013	Memorial Cup	3	1	2	-	-	-	9	9	2	0.67	4	Did not make playoffs
1988-1989	Memorial Cup	3	2	1	-	-	-	12	10	4	1.33	1	Final loss

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