| Carson Wetsch | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Born |
(2006-05-04) May 4, 2006 | ||
| Height | 6 ft 2 in (188 cm) | ||
| Weight | 201 lb (91 kg; 14 st 5 lb) | ||
| Position | Right wing | ||
| Shoots | Right | ||
| NHL team | San Jose Sharks | ||
| NHL draft |
82nd overall, 2024 San Jose Sharks | ||
Carson Wetsch (born May 4, 2006) is a Canadian ice hockey right winger currently playing for the San Jose Sharks of the National Hockey League (NHL). He was selected 82nd overall by the Sharks in the 2024 NHL entry draft. Known for his physical, power-forward playing style, Wetsch previously served as captain of the Calgary Hitmen before joining Kelowna.
Early life and development
Wetsch was born in North Vancouver, British Columbia, and grew up playing minor hockey in the Vancouver area. His early development included time in competitive programs that positioned him for progression into major junior hockey. Scouts identified him early as a physically mature skater with strong forechecking ability and presence around the net.1
Playing career
Wetsch began his WHL career with the Calgary Hitmen during the 2022–23 season, recording 21 points in 45 games.2 His breakout season came in 2023–24, when he scored 25 goals and 25 assists for 50 points. In 2024–25 he posted 33 goals and was named captain of the Hitmen, recognized for his leadership, communication skills, and involvement in community initiatives such as "Carson’s Crew," a program supporting underprivileged youth.3 During his time with Calgary, Wetsch was selected 82nd overall by the San Jose Sharks of the National Hockey League (NHL) in the third round of the 2024 NHL entry draft. He remains a prospect within the organization while continuing to play in the WHL.1
Ahead of the 2025–26 WHL season, Wetsch was traded to the Kelowna Rockets. Shortly after joining the team, he was named the 30th captain in franchise history.4 In early games with Kelowna, he recorded multi-point performances and continued to be recognized for his physical style, forechecking pressure, and leadership maturity.5
In May 2026, he was signed by the San Jose Sharks to a three-year entry-level contract.6
Playing style
Wetsch is described as a power forward with strong puck protection, net-front presence, and an aggressive forechecking approach. Standing 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) and 201 lb, he excels along the boards and in tight offensive situations. Scouts also note his strong skating stride and ability to generate pressure in the offensive zone.1
Awards and honours
In June 2025, Wetsch received the Dayna Brons Honorary Award from Hockey Gives Blood for his commitment to blood donation causes.7
Career statistics
| Medal record | ||
|---|---|---|
| Men's ice hockey | ||
Representing  Canada
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| World U18 Championship | ||
 |
2024 Finland | |
| Hlinka Gretzky Cup | ||
|
2023 Slovakia/Czech Republic | |
| World U-17 Hockey Challenge | ||
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2022 Canada | |
Regular season and playoffs
| Regular season | Playoffs | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | Team | League | GP | G | A | Pts | PIM | GP | G | A | Pts | PIM | ||
| 2021–22 | Calgary Hitmen | WHL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2022–23 | Calgary Hitmen | WHL | 45 | 10 | 11 | 21 | 22 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | ||
| 2023–24 | Calgary Hitmen | WHL | 67 | 25 | 25 | 50 | 89 | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2024–25 | Calgary Hitmen | WHL | 68 | 33 | 19 | 52 | 68 | 11 | 5 | 1 | 6 | 8 | ||
| 2025–26 | Kelowna Rockets | WHL | 65 | 22 | 50 | 72 | 80 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 6 | ||
| WHL totals | 271 | 101 | 124 | 225 | 279 | 24 | 8 | 3 | 11 | 14 | ||||
International
| Year | Team | Event | Result | GP | G | A | Pts | PIM | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Canada Red | U17 | 
|
7 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 12 | |
| 2023 | Canada | HG18 | 
|
5 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0 | |
| 2024 | Canada | U18 |
|
6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 25 | |
| Junior totals | 18 | 5 | 5 | 10 | 37 | ||||
References
References
- "Carson Wetsch profile". Elite Prospects. Retrieved January 10, 2025.
- "Carson Wetsch WHL Stats". HockeyDB. Retrieved January 10, 2025.
- "Wetsch named Hitmen captain". Rocket Fan. Retrieved January 10, 2025.
- "Rockets name Carson Wetsch captain". CHL. Retrieved January 10, 2025.
- "WHL: Medicine Hat 4 – Kelowna 3". Neutral Zone. Retrieved January 10, 2025.
- "Sharks sign forward Carson Wetsch to entry-level contract". May 13, 2026. Retrieved May 13, 2026.
- Cunningham, Jordy (June 19, 2025). "Newest Rocket wins Dayna Brons Honorary Award from Hockey Gives Blood". Capital News. Kelowna, B.C. Retrieved December 9, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
Further reading
Further reading
- Saelhof, Todd (September 14, 2023). "Wetsch looking to build on strong off-season". Calgary Herald. Retrieved December 9, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- Saelhof, Todd (December 1, 2024). "Hitmen captain Carson Wetsch triggers teddy bear toss on day to remember". Calgary Herald. Retrieved December 9, 2025.
- Courville-Lynch, Jesse (May 12, 2025). "Sharks Prospect Carson Wetsch Flipped In Blockbuster WHL Trade". The Hockey News. Retrieved December 9, 2025.
- "Calgary Hitmen's Carson Wetsch making a difference on and off the ice". Global News (Video). February 10, 2025. Retrieved December 9, 2025.
External links
External links
- Biographical information and career statistics from NHL.com, or Eliteprospects.com, or The Internet Hockey Database