Des Moines, Iowa — The Des Moines Buccaneers have acquired 2005-born forward Adam Zidlicky from the Youngstown Phantoms in exchange for a Phase II Round 2 pick in the 2026 USHL Draft.

"Adam is an extremely high-end talent with valuable experience at the junior level and on the international stage," said Head Coach and President of Hockey Operations Derek Damon. "He brings elite skill and the ability to change a game offensively, and we're excited to add him to our group."

Zidlicky, the Czechia native, spent the 2024-25 season with the Brampton Steelheads of the Ontario Hockey League. He tallied 36P (20G, 16A) in 53GP. He began his junior hockey career in 2021 with the Kitchener Rangers.

About the Buccaneers  
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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