It was a great day for the Kamloops Blazers as they hosted a Zoom meeting to announce their newest signing. 

General Manager Matt Bardsley explained that the club had signed forward Connor Levis to a standard WHL player agreement. Levis was selected by the Blazers 20th overall in the first round of the 2019 WHL Bantam Draft. 

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“We are extremely excited that Connor along with his family have committed to play in the Western Hockey League for the Kamloops Blazers,” said Bardsley. “Connor has an impressive skill set, combined with an excellent skating ability and sense for the game. We believe he has all the qualities necessary to be a pro and look forward to helping him maximize his development over the next four seasons.”

Levis had 24 goals and 62 points playing with the St. George's School Hockey Academy in Vancouver last year. This season, the 2004-born prospect had 12 goals and 26 points playing Midget Prep. 

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“I am honoured and thrilled to join the Kamloops Blazers,” said Levis. “I can’t wait to get to Kamloops, play my first game, and experience the great fans in the amazing Sandman Centre. I would like to thank the Blazers organization for their ongoing support and for welcoming me into their family. I would also like to thank my coaches and my family for helping me along the way."

The 6'2," 190-pound skater is the fifth player the Blazers have signed from the 2019 draft class. He joins fellow prospects Mats Lindgren, Dylan Ernst, Tye Spencer, and Fraser Minten.