Firebirds’ defenseman Tyson Jugnauth named to AHL All-Rookie Team

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) -- The American Hockey League announced Tuesday that Firebirds defenseman Tyson Jugnauth has been named to the 2025-26 AHL All-Rookie Team.

Jugnauth was featured earlier this season right here on KESQ News Channel 3.

The 21-year-old from Toronto leads all AHL rookie defensemen in points this season, recording nine goals and 35 assists for 44 points in 70 games in his first professional campaign.

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With the selection, Jugnauth becomes the fourth player in franchise history to earn AHL All-Rookie Team honors. It's worth mentioning that he was also an all-star selection this season.

Jugnauth and the Firebirds clinched a spot in the 2026 Calder Cup Playoffs.

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