Erie Otters Honor Graduating OHL Players in Home Finale

Three Otters players set to graduate from the Ontario Hockey League were recognized before the team's last home game of the season.

Mar. 22, 2026 at 5:08am

The Erie Otters celebrated three players - Tyler Kuzma, Jackson Schouten, and Noah Erliden - who are set to graduate from the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) at the team's final home game of the 2025-26 season. The Otters honored the soon-to-be OHL graduates before the game, recognizing their contributions to the team over the years.

Why it matters

The Otters' OHL graduate players have been key contributors to the team's success over their junior hockey careers. Honoring these players at the final home game of the season is a way for the team and community to celebrate their accomplishments and thank them for their dedication to the Otters.

The details

The Erie Otters recognized Tyler Kuzma, Jackson Schouten, and Noah Erliden, their three players who are set to graduate from the Ontario Hockey League, before the team's final home game of the 2025-26 season. The Otters honored the soon-to-be OHL graduates in a pregame ceremony, celebrating their time with the team and wishing them well as they move on to the next stage of their hockey careers.

  • The Erie Otters' final home game of the 2025-26 season was played on March 22, 2026.

The players

Tyler Kuzma

An Erie Otters player who is set to graduate from the Ontario Hockey League.

Jackson Schouten

An Erie Otters player who is set to graduate from the Ontario Hockey League.

Noah Erliden

An Erie Otters player who is set to graduate from the Ontario Hockey League.

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The takeaway

The Erie Otters' recognition of their graduating OHL players at the final home game of the season is a touching tribute to the hard work and dedication these young athletes have shown over their junior hockey careers. It's a bittersweet moment as the Otters community celebrates their accomplishments while also bidding them farewell as they move on to the next chapter of their lives.