WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — The Des Moines Buccaneers have completed a trade with the Chicago Steel, acquiring 2007-born forward Henry Major.

Trade Details:

Des Moines receives	Chicago receives
Henry Major, F, 2007 2026 Phase II 2nd (SF) 2026 Phase II 4th (CHI) 2026 Phase II 6th (DM)	Ryland Rooney, F, 2009

Major is a 2007-born defenseman out of Skaneateles, N.Y., in his second season with the Steel. Prior to competing in the USHL, Major played for the Bishop Kearney Selects, tallying 106P (49G, 57A) in 58GP. So far this year, Major has netted 6G and notched 6A in 31GP.

"Getting a player like Henry Major was important for us in this deal," said Head Coach and President of Hockey Operations Derek Damon. "We feel Major fits our style of play well, and we look forward to working with him as he develops into a high-impact player in the USHL."

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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