Delivery of Kitchener Rangers championship hats delayed

The Kitchener Rangers pose with the J. Ross Robertson Cup in Barrie, Ont. on May 13, 2026. (Courtesy: Hailey Tripodi/Kitchener Rangers)

Anyone hoping to get a Kitchener Rangers championship cap will need to wait a little longer.

At least 350 were supposed to be available at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium on Thursday but, in a message posted to social media, Rangers Authentics said they closed the store “as our team completes important end-of-season operational work and prepares for the next phase of championship merchandise fulfillment.”

They also apologized to disappointed fans.

“Due to ongoing supply chain issues, championship hats will not be available at this time,” they wrote. “We know fans are eager to get their hands on this merchandise and we sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding as we work through these delays.”

No reopening date for the website was mentioned in the message.

The Rangers swept their series against the Barrie Colts to win the J. Ross Robertson Cup. It was Kitchener’s first championship title since 2008 and only the fifth one in franchise history.