Hitmen trade haul to Wild for goalie Daniel Hauser

Daniel Hauser prepares to make a save in a game against the Kelowna Rockets on Oct. 29, 2023. (Source: Russ Alman/Wenatchee Wild)

The Calgary Hitmen traded a haul to the Wenatchee Wild for 20-year-old goalie Daniel Hauser.

In exchange, the Hitmen sent forward Maxim Muranov, the rights to 2007-born forward Mason Moe and 2009-born goaltender Mark Djomo, a third-round pick in the 2026 WHL Prospects Draft and a second-round pick in the 2027 draft.

Hauser, from Chestermere, has played four seasons with the Wenatchee Wild and Winnipeg Ice, appearing in 151 games with a goals against average (GAA) of 2.69 and a save percentage of 0.908.

“Daniel is a high-quality goaltender who we believe will be an integral piece in our continued success through this second half of the season,” said Hitmen general manager Garry Davidson.

“His experience over the course of his tenure in the WHL is extensive, including vast playoff experience and success.”

As a member of the Winnipeg Ice, Hauser led the club to two East Division Championships and a WHL Championship appearance in 2022-23.

Through 22 games this year, Hauser has posted a record of 8-9-2-1, with a GAA of 3.29 and a 0.901 save percentage.

Next year, he is committed to play for the University of Wisconsin Men’s Hockey program in the NCAA.