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ECHL Will Paint Goal Posts Blue for Ads

October 9, 2015October 8, 2015 by Dustin L. Nelson

Hockey fans talked about ads a lot this summer, primarily focused on whether or not the NHL’s new partnership with Adidas means that jersey ads are on their way. The …

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Categories News, Other Leagues Tags ECHL

Boston Bruins Announce New ECHL Affiliate

August 7, 2015 by Cam Hasbrouck
Don Sweeney

The Boston Bruins announced a new affiliation with the Gwinnett Gladiators of the ECHL (premier AA league) on Thursday, marking the team’s third affiliation with an ECHL team in organization …

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Categories Boston Bruins Tags ECHL, Gwinnett Gladiators

Dallas Minor League Hockey Rivalries Span Four Generations

June 12, 2015June 12, 2015 by Tabatha Patterson
Dallas Black Hawks

As the Allen Americans face the South Carolina Stingrays in the 2014-15 ECHL Kelly Cup Finals, one has to wonder how this small suburb north of Dallas, TX nabbed a …

Read moreDallas Minor League Hockey Rivalries Span Four Generations

Categories Dallas Stars, Hockey History Tags Allen Americans, ECHL, Kelly Cup

The Kings Championship Ripple Effect

May 30, 2015 by Cole Querry

In the event of the defending Stanley Cup Champions not being able to properly defend their title, there is still a lot to be thankful for in regards to Los …

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Categories Los Angeles Kings Tags ECHL, Manchester Monarchs, Ontario Reign, Stanley Cup

First Look At AHL Realignment For 2015-16

May 13, 2015 by Scott Walsh

Since the American Hockey League announced in January that it was relocating five franchises to California and creating a Pacific Division, you knew the league was going to have a …

Read moreFirst Look At AHL Realignment For 2015-16

Categories AHL, Bridgeport Sound Tigers Tags ECHL, NHL Realignment

Interview With Sabres Goaltender Prospect Andrey Makarov

March 8, 2015July 11, 2014 by Alessandro Seren Rosso
Andrey Makarov

#488863227 / gettyimages.com Sabres goaltending prospect Andrey Makarov had an eventful season, playing in the ECHL and AHL, before getting a call-up to the NHL without playing. In this interview …

Read moreInterview With Sabres Goaltender Prospect Andrey Makarov

Categories Buffalo Sabres, Prospects Tags Andrey Makarov, ECHL, Nathan MacKinnon, Russia

Washington Capitals Part Ways with Reading Royals

June 5, 2014 by Margaret Stuart

The Washington Capitals have filled vacancies at the GM and head coach positions, but they may be looking for a new ECHL affiliate. The ECHL’s Reading Royals have signed a …

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Categories Other Leagues, Washington Capitals Tags ECHL, Reading Royals

Changes Continue to Sweep Through Buffalo

April 18, 2014 by Tim Olewniczak

The Buffalo Sabres wrapped up a historically bad season last week where the club posted a 21-51-10 record. The Sabres will now embark on a long but interesting offseason where …

Read moreChanges Continue to Sweep Through Buffalo

Categories Buffalo Sabres Tags ECHL, Jim Corsi, Ted Nolan, Tim Murray

Sour Loss, Sweet Homecoming for Reading’s Cruthers

December 9, 2013 by Annie Erling Gofus

It’s hard for a losing team to find a lot of positives in a game that ended 7-2, but the one pro on a long list of cons was the …

Read moreSour Loss, Sweet Homecoming for Reading’s Cruthers

Categories Other Leagues Tags ECHL, Fort Wayne Komets, Reading Royals

T.J. Syner Returns to the Reading Royals

November 23, 2013 by Annie Erling Gofus

Although separated by only 50 miles, the journey from Hershey to Reading can seem long for an ECHL player eying an AHL roster spot. Movement between the Washington Capitals, the …

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Categories AHL, Hershey Bears Tags ECHL, Mike Haviland, Reading Royals

Branham And Skalde Primed For Success

October 2, 2013September 12, 2013 by Ted Warren

The Anaheim Ducks enter this season with a new ECHL affiliate, the Utah Grizzles. The two organizations came to terms earlier this season.  The Grizzles are led by Head Coach/General …

Read moreBranham And Skalde Primed For Success

Categories AHL, Anaheim Ducks, Norfolk Admirals Tags ECHL, Jarrod Skalde, Utah Grizzlies

Top 10 Best Developmental Ice Hockey Leagues (North America)

November 16, 2017July 10, 2013 by Anatoliy Metter
Shattuck-St. Mary's

Over the last few decades, the hockey world has been blessed to see some of the best talent compete on ice surfaces throughout North America. While the NHL is the …

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Categories Hockey History, Prospects, Top 10 Lists Tags BCHL, CCHL, ECHL, NAHL, NCAA, OJHL, Shattuck-St. Mary's, USHL, WCHA
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  • Minnesota Wild Notes: Kaprizov, Zuccarello & Rask Stepping Up Strong
  • Oilers’ Kahun Gets the Spotlight in Comeback Win Over Canucks
  • Checking in on Former 2019-20 Capitals
  • Maple Leafs Should Be in on Predators’ Fire Sale
  • Predators Have Options if They Decide to Make Coaching Changes