SIGNING: Burke becomes first new Clan face for 2025/26
The Glasgow Clan are delighted to announce the signing of Canadian forward Brayden Burke for the 2025/26 season.
The 28-year-old, who can play centre or left wing, joins the Clan from Iserlohn Roosters, who play in Germany’s DEL, where he spent last season.
And Burke says the idea of coming to the UK was one that really interested him when he looked further into the possibility.
“I’m really excited to be coming to Glasgow, and when the opportunity was put to me, it ticked a lot of boxes for me,” he said.
“The British Elite League has a great reputation, and I’ve heard a lot of positive things about it so it was something that appealed to me a lot.
“The fans can really make a great experience when looking at a new team, and the Purple Army came up quite a lot so that’s something I’m really looking forward to when I come over.
“I can’t wait to travel to Glasgow and be part of what I’m sure will be an exciting team for a big season ahead.”
Burke played 26 times in Germany last season, with a goal and ten assists to show for his efforts.
Prior to that, he enjoyed spells in Finland’s Liiga with Lukko Rauma in 2023-24, where he helped them to the semi-finals of the Champions Hockey League, and he scored in a game against the Belfast Giants.
He played briefly in Switzerland with EHC Visp in 2023 on the back of an AHL career with teams such as Tucson Roadrunners, Milwaukee Admirals, Manitoba Moose and Ontoario Reign, playing in just over 200 games and picking up just under 150 points.
In fact, one of his old team-mates at the Reign was former Clan forward Jacob Doty, playing together in 2021-22.
Clan head coach Corey Neilson revealed Burke was high on his list as he looks to refresh the team for next season.
“Brayden was a high priority signing and the market to get him was incredibly competitive,” he said.
“I’m proud to say he chose Glasgow which says a lot about what we’re building here, so I was pleased to get this deal done.
“Brayden is a real player who has played a top six offensive role everywhere he’s been, and his skating and puck skills will make him a huge contributor to our group.”
