Moorhead’s own Sam Laurila traded to Fargo Force

FARGO (KVRR) – Moorhead’s own Sam Laurila was traded to the Fargo Force from the Sioux City Musketeers. The defenseman will join the defending Clark Cup champions for his third season in the USHL.

“Having grown up in the Moorhead Youth Hockey system, Sam is a player we know extremely well and have hoped he’d be in a Force uniform one day. We are thrilled that has come to fruition with this trade,” said Force GM Cary Eades. “With 2 years of USHL experience under his belt, as well as many international tournaments, Sam should provide veteran leadership to our defensive corp this season. I know Sam and his family are very excited that he will be coming home after spending the past 2 years in Plymouth, Michigan with the National Program.”

The Force sent over 2025 Phase 1 and 2 draft picks for Laurila.