The Wolves are announcing that they have signed first overall draft pick in this year's OHL draft, John McFarland. 
"John is a dynamic player and he will become an instant impact player and will be a vital piece of our success in the years to come," said chief executive officer of the Sudbury Wolves, Mark Burgess, in a release.
It was also announced that Blaine Smith after having worked with the Wolves for 20 years, has been moved into the position of president.
The organization has given him a long-term contract extension and he will continue to be a leader within the organization.
"Blaine is one of the top executives in junior hockey and my family and I are happy to have him become president of the Wolves," Burgess said.
The club has also reached an agreement to extend the contract of general manager and head coach, Mike Foligno through the 2010-2011 season.
"Mike has now been with us for six years now and I am very happy and proud of what he has accomplished as GM and coach of our hockey team. He and his family have added a tremendous amount to our hockey team and to the Sudbury community, and I am very pleased that he has agreed to stay on for another three years."
Bryan Verreault has also been named associate coach.  
"Bryan is a tremendous coach and in his new role as Associate Coach, he will take on more duties behind the bench. Bryan has proven that he is a competitor and has a strong knowledge of hockey and he will be expected to contribute more of that knowledge and passion for the game to our players."
