Dakota MacIntosh was acquired in late September of 2023 from the Brooks Bandits. The 19-year-old forward joins the Bulldogs with an impressive resume, having spent time with the Alberni Valley Bulldogs (BCHL), Fargo Force (USHL), and Fairbanks Ice Dogs (NAHL). The Winnipeg,  MB native had a strong showing with the Alberni Valley Bulldogs last year, where he put up 17 goals and 38 points in 31 games before scoring another 24 points in 19 playoff games.