OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. – The Oklahoma Warriors, proud members of the North American Hockey League, announced Tuesday the acquisition of forward Joseph Delaurentis from the Minnesota Mallards in exchange for defenseman Benjamin Bertrand and future considerations.
Delaurentis, 20, split last season with the BCHL’s Alberni Valley Bulldogs and the NAHL’s Minnesota Mallards.
“We are very excited to acquire a player of Joseph’s caliber,” Head Coach Eric Ballard said. “Joe will add much-needed skill and experience up front for our group.”
The Sacred Heart commit appeared in seven games with the Bulldogs, adding 10 goals and 13 assists in 46 games with the Mallards to his season totals.
Before his first full season of his junior career, the Hartsdale, New York native logged 57 points in 77 games with the New Jersey Rockets 18U AAA.
The 6-foot forward appeared in three games with the Danbury Jr. Hat Tricks in the 2022-23 season.
Bertrand, 19, logged seven assists in 13 games this season with the Warriors.
“We would like to thank Benjamin for his contributions in a Warriors uniform, and we wish him all the best in his hockey career,” Ballard said.
The Lachute, Quebec native joined the Warriors midway through last season, logging one goal and seven assists in 36 games.
Delaurentis and the Warriors are on the road to take on the Houston Bulls on Friday, Nov. 13. Puck drop from Deep South Arena is set for 7:05 p.m. CST, with the game being broadcast on NATV.
