Rebels sign 15-year-old American forward Soren Saumweber
The Red Deer Rebels have locked up a sixth-round draft pick from Minnesota to a WHL scholarship and development deal.
The Red Deer Rebels have signed forward Soren Saumweber to a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement. The 15-year-old from Roseville, Minnesota, was selected by Red Deer in the sixth round, 122nd overall, at the 2025 WHL Prospects Draft.
Rebels Director of U.S. Scouting Chase Fuchs said Saumweber is a highly competitive, 200-foot player who has shown strong development since he was first scouted in his draft year.
Last season Saumweber played for Cretin-Derham Hall High School, recording 13 goals and nine assists for 22 points in 26 games. The year before, he played for Shattuck-St. Mary's 14U AAA team, posting 16 goals and 22 assists for 38 points in 59 games. He also represented the United States at the 2026 Under-17 Four Nations Tournament.
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