WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — The Des Moines Buccaneers have completed a trade with the Fargo Force, acquiring defenseman Graham Greeder and affiliate forward McCoy Kurtz.

Trade Details:

Des Moines receives	Fargo receives
Graham Greeder, D, 2006 McCoy Kurtz, F, 2008 (AP) 2027 Phase I Rd 7	Drew Kortan, D, 2010 2027 Phase II Rd 2 2027 Phase I Rd 3

Greeder is a 2006-born defenseman who spent the 2025-26 season with the Force, putting up 14P (5G, 9A) in 58GP last season. The Columbus, Minn., native played three years of high school hockey with Hill-Murray School before making his USHL debut with Fargo and is committed to Minnesota State, Mankato.

"We're excited to add Greeder to our group," said Derek Damon, Head Coach and President of Hockey Operations. "He's an offensive-minded defenseman who can move the puck, create offense and give us another option to run our power play. With a year of experience in the league already, he brings a dynamic element to our blue line that we're excited to add to our team."

The Buccaneers wish Kortan the best as he continues his USHL career in Fargo.

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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