NAHL Announces Bauer Hockey Stars of the Week

The North American Hockey League (NAHL) today announced the Divisional Stars of the Week presented by Bauer Hockey for the week ending April 14, 2024. Only the Central and Midwest Divisions were represented in this week's selection as they were the only Divisions playing in the Regular Season. Only players that are nominated by their respective teams are considered for the Divisional Players of the Week award. 

Central Division Star of the Week: Isak Holmstrom, Forward, Aberdeen Wings

Aberdeen forward Isak Holmstrom was a key contributor to the Wings success, claiming a spot in the Robertson Cup playoffs after picking up back-to-back wins. The Detroit, MI native added three assists and added a goal of his own in the third period on Friday night’s 6-2 win over North Iowa. On Saturday night, Holmstrom dished out another assist as the Wings edged the Bulls by a final of 3-2. Holmstrom has played in 53 games this season and has recorded 30 points. “Isak has been solid for us all year,” Head Coach Scott Langer said. “He is a big power forward that makes plays and can score. Ask had a big weekend when the chance at a playoff berth was on the line. Good players show up when needed.”

2nd Star: Kade Kohanski, F, Bismarck Bobcats 

Honorable Mention (alphabetical): Tommy Cronin, F, Bismarck Bobcats – Damon Furuseth, F, Austin Bruins – Jibber Kuhl, F, Aberdeen Wings – Austin Salani, F, Austin Bruins 

Midwest Division Star of the Week: Cam Davis, Forward, Chippewa Steel 

Chippewa forward Cam Davis put on a show in the Steels lone game of the week to end the regular season. The Butler, PA native added a goal in each period for a hat-trick on the night where the Steel won 5-3 over the Jets. Davis played in 55 games this season totalling 17 points with 7 goals and 10 assists. “Cam has taken his game to another level over the last month, taking care of the details and really playing the right way,” Head Coach Chris Ratzloff said. “It was good to see him get rewarded Thursday night for how aggressive he played and the way he pressured pucks all over the ice.”

2nd Star: Tyler Hennen, F, Anchorage Wolverines 

Honorable Mention (alphabetical): Daniel Astopovich, F, Minnesota Wilderness – Nick Blood, F, Minnesota Wilderness – Nick Hatton, D, Chippewa Steel – Tyler Krivstov, G, Fairbanks Ice Dogs – Jake Merens, F, Janesville Jets – Luca Ricciardi, F, Fairbanks Ice Dogs – Landry Schmuck, F, Springfield Jr. Blues – Nick Stevens, F, Janesville Jets