The St. Cloud State University Huskies have brought in Daimon Gardner, a former Warroad, MN high school star forward and fourth-round Vancouver Canucks NHL draft pick, via the transfer portal. Gardner, a 6’4″ 200 pound left-shooting forward, will be transferring from Clarkson University, bringing three remaining seasons of collegiate eligibility.

• Gardner posted 44 goals and 42 assists for 86 points in 65 games during his time with the RINK Hockey Academy in Winnipeg, MB.
• He recorded 83 points and 45 goals in just 30 games during his senior season at Warroad High School.
• In the 2022-23 season with the Tri-City Storm, he tallied 12 goals and 30 assists for 42 points in 46 games, despite missing 15 games due to injury.

Despite being a highly-touted prospect, Gardner struggled to produce points at Clarkson University, with just 1 goal and 5 assists in 29 games during the 2023-24 season.

• Gardner's addition to the Huskies' roster is expected to elevate the team, aiming to rekindle his potential as anticipated by the Canucks.
• He comes from a strong hockey family, with all three of his sisters having played collegiate hockey.

The Huskies hope that a change of environment will help Gardner regain the form that made him a highly sought after prospect, and he could become a key player in the team's lineup.

By adding Daimon Gardner, the Huskies are seeking to tap into his untapped potential and are optimistic about the impact he can make on the team, potentially raising the level of play and providing a significant contribution.