Day: July 6, 2023

Adirondack Thunder Re-Sign Yannick Turcotte

The Adirondack Thunder announced on Thursday via Facebook Live that they have re-signed forward Yannick Turcotte for the 2023-24 season, “the hope is that he can play 60+ games for us next season,” said head coach Pete MacArthur. Turcotte made his return to hockey last season after playing only two games in the 2020-21 season […]

Bruins Forward Re-Signs as Bottom-Six Option

Jakub Lauko played 23 games for the Boston Bruins during the 2022-23 season, collected four goals and three assists, and showed a gritty, grinding game that seems best suited for a bottom-six forward role for the upcoming season. The former third-round pick in the 2018 NHL Draft is the only player selected by Boston since […]

Hawkins Returns to Toledo for 2023-24 Season

Toledo fan favorite Brandon Hawkins and the Walleye have agreed to terms to have Hawkins return to the Walleye for the upcoming 2023-2024 ECHL season. Hawkins returns to the Walleye for his third year with the team after scoring 81 points(39G,42A) in 66 games played last year. Last season, the Michigan native set a franchise […]

Why Eichel Is Going to Go Off Next Season

There is always pressure when you are a high pick in the NHL Entry Draft. As soon as you come into the league, you are expected to be the team’s savior. You are expected to help your team win, produce, and be one of your team’s best players. You are supposed to do these things […]

Dylan Samberg Signs Contract Extension With Winnipeg Jets

The Winnipeg Jets and defenseman Dylan Samberg have agreed to terms on a two-year contract carrying an average annual value of $1.4 million per season. Samberg, 24, was selected in the second round at 43rd overall in the 2017 NHL Entry Draft by the Winnipeg Jets. Samberg wouldn’t sign his entry-level contract until the 2020-21 […]

Drew O’Connor Gives Pens New Option in Potential Karlsson Deal

If the Pens end up snagging Erik Karlsson from the Sharks, forward Drew O’Connor is likely to thank. On Wednesday, DOC filed for arbitration. In doing so, he unlocked a free buyout window for the Pens. Dubas can create his own cap space to acquire Karlsson by removing a player with a high cap hit. […]

ECHL: Alex Ierullo Headed to Italy

Per Elite Prospects and Google Translate. Fan favorite and top player for the Greenville Swamp Rabbits during the 2022-2023 season, Alex Ierullo, is heading to Italy this upcoming season, joining the Asiago Hockey Club of the win2day Ice Hockey League. The team released a statement towards the end of June announcing the signing. The Asiago […]

ECHL Board Of Governors News and Notes

The ECHL Board of Governors meeting was held last week at the New York-New York Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, and although nothing significant came out of the meetings, there are a few rule changes and important positions that were discussed during the two-day event in Sin City. Let’s take a look at […]

Hurricanes Smart to Stick with Andersen and Raanta in Goal

When it comes to goaltending in the NHL these days, it is wise for teams to have two goaltenders that are capable of winning games, whether it is in the regular season or the Stanley Cup playoffs. Just look at what the Stanley Cup Champion Vegas Golden Knights accomplished in winning it this year. They […]

Bruins’ 2022 Draft Pick Standing Out at Development Camp

Matthew Poitras had the type of season that top prospects should have as they progress to the NHL level. With the Guelph Storm of the Ontario Hockey League, the skillful center collected 95 points and came within two assists of the franchise record with 79. The 2022-23 season ended with Poitras and the Guelph Storm […]