Des Moines, Iowa — The Des Moines Buccaneers have acquired 2007-born defenseman Tomas Mikel from the Cedar Rapids RoughRiders in exchange for a 2026 Phase II Rd 4 draft pick and a conditional 2027 pick. The Czechia native is committed to University of Massachusetts - Amherst. Mikel played 16 games for the RoughRiders last season before returning home due to injury. He's represented Czechia in several international tournaments over the past few seasons.

"Tomas brings great size and length," said Head Coach and President of Hockey Operations Derek Damon. "And his ability to move pucks up the ice fits perfectly with our style. We're thrilled to add him to our group."

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Founded in 1980, the Des Moines Buccaneers are a proud member of the United States Hockey League (USHL), the nation's premier junior hockey league. The Bucs have a history of success in the USHL, including 4 Clark Cup Championships, 4 Anderson Cup Championships, and 54 alumni drafted to the National Hockey League, including Stanley Cup Champions Kyle Okposo, Alex Chiasson, Trevor Lewis, Davis Drewiske, and Erik Cole. The organization is committed to developing young players on and off the ice, preparing them for a future in collegiate and professional careers. Known for their passionate fan base, the Bucs play their home games at The MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex, a multi-sport complex in West Des Moines, Iowa.  
 
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