Day: August 28, 2023

ECHL: Orlando Signs Defensemen Jay Jerome and Jake Stevens

This afternoon, August 28th, the Orlando Solar Bears let fans know they will be announcing three signings this week. Today, Orlando announced the signing of forward D-Jay Jerome and defenseman Jake Stevens. From Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada, forward D-Jay Jerome is 23 years old, 6 foot 3, and 209 pounds. Jerome will be playing his third […]

Three Storylines to Watch for Training Camp

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ECHL: Atlanta Gladiators Get More Depth on the Blueline, Add Blake Evennou

The Atlanta Gladiators announced another off season signing on Monday, introducing 25-year-old defensemen Blake Evennou. This will be Evennou’s first foray into professional hockey after four years with the Ferris St. Bulldogs of the NCAA. Evennou may be considered undersized at 5’9″ 185 pounds, but where he lacks size, he certainly makes up for it […]

ECHL: Icemen Sign Defenseman Chays Ruddy

Offseason roster building for the Jacksonville Icemen continues, as today, the team announced the addition of one more defenseman for the upcoming 2023-24 season. Chays Ruddy has agreed to a one-year deal with the team, making him the seventh defenseman to sign with the team for the upcoming season. Hailing from Cobourg, Ontario, 25-year-old Chays […]

William Eklund Season Preview

This is the season that San Jose Sharks fans have been waiting for—a full season of William Eklund. The former first-round pick is set to play the majority of the season in the NHL this year after spending the last two years in the Swedish Hockey League and the American Hockey League. While it hasn’t […]

Player Profile: Roope Hintz

Dallas Stars forward Roope Hintz was recently named as best at his position by the NHL Network alongside fellow forward Jason Robertson. Hintz and Robertson anchor the Stars’ top forward line with veteran forward Joe Pavelski. Here’s what you need to know about Hintz. Roope Hintz was born in Tampere, Finland, on November 17, 1996, […]

Marcus Foligno Has to Grind for a New Contract

With six seasons on the Minnesota Wild and an A on his chest, Marcus Foligno is in the last year of his contract. As a crucial veteran member of the team, Foligno is a significant presence both on and off the ice. Known as a physical player who isn’t afraid to use his size or […]

ECHL: The King of the Pride, Coach James Henry

The Reading Royals have faced quite a bit in the last few years, with numerous playoff runs that had nail-biting finishes that left Royals’ fans begging for more. One man saw those glorious moments and has risen through the ranks to become the newest coach to Royals, former Adirondack Thunder forward James Henry. James Henry […]