Statement on the departure of Casey Brown and Julien Wasmer

Forward Casey Brown and defenceman Julien Wasmer have left the Penticton Vees and have signed in the Canadian Hockey League. The roster now sits at 23 players: three goaltenders, eight defencemen, and 12 forwards.

Below is a statement from President, General Manager, and Head Coach Fred Harbinson.

“Casey came to us with a personal issue. he felt being closer to his family would be best and we fully support and respect his decision. We wish him all the best in Moose Jaw.

We are a few weeks away from getting two 20-year-old defencemen back from injury, and coupled with the outstanding play of our two young defencemen, Julien understood his role was going to be reduced. He looked for an opportunity with another team, rather than compete for a more favourable spot on our roster. Though this places our team in a tough position in the short-term, once our team returns to full health, our blue line will be as strong as we had in recent seasons.”