Day: June 10, 2024
ECHL: Wheeling Nailers Announce 2024-25 Protected List
The Wheeling Nailers announced their protected list sent to the ECHL. The list consists of 14 forwards, seven defensemen, and one goalie. Forwards Vincent De Mey, Cedric Desruisseaux, David Jankowski, Cal Kiefiuk, Matt Koopman, Tanner Laderoute, Peter Laviolette III, Dustin Manz, Jordan Martel, Cedric Pare, Felix Pare, Anthony Petruzzelli, Matthew Quercia and Jared Westcott. The […]
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A Closer Look at the 2024 PWHL Draft First Round
The 2024 Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) Draft, the second in the league’s history, was a significant event that showcased the continuing growth and competitive spirit of women’s professional hockey. Following the precedent set by the inaugural draft in 2023, which saw Taylor Heise lead her team to a Walter Cup victory, the 2024 draft […]
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2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile: Trevor Connelly
Introduction Trevor Connelly is a rising star in the hockey world, gaining significant attention as a top prospect for the 2024 NHL Draft. Standing at 6’1″ and weighing 161 lbs (73 kg), Connelly hails from Tustin, California. He has excelled with the Tri-City Storm in the USHL, showcasing elite skating and offensive skills. His dynamic […]
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ECHL: Greenville Swamp Rabbits Release Player Protection List
Greenville, S.C. — It’s that time of the year again as the ECHL rolls out its offseason break for all teams after the conclusion of the Kelly Cup Finals. Today, June 10, all 27 teams (currently operated teams for the 2023-24 season) released their list of protected players for next season, which includes goalies, d-men, […]
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ECHL: Rapid City Rush Announce 2024-25 Protected List
The Rapid City Rush have announced their protected list for the 2024-25 season. Rapid City’s protected list contains 28 players with 17 forwards, ten defensemen, and one goaltender. In the ECHL, teams can protect as many players as they would like. If a player has signed overseas or is signing overseas and the team places […]
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The Inaugural Stanley Pup
For the first time, the NHL hosted an official Stanley Pup showcasing 16 different dogs that are currently waiting to be adopted. There was one dog for each team that made the Stanley Cup Playoffs this year, including Connor McDoodle and Sergei Bobruffsky, who faced off in honor of the Stanley Cup Finals. The NHL […]
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The Price of Trevor Zegras: Who’s Willing to Pay Up?
Trevor Zegras has two seasons left on his contract with the Anaheim Ducks but has recently been the center of trade talks. If he’s next on the chopping block, what are the Ducks looking for in return?
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More Changes in the Iowa/Minnesota Wild Organization
Another change to the Minnesota Wild coaching staff happened this afternoon with an announcement by the Iowa Wild, the AHL affiliate farm team. It was announced that Cody Franson, assistant coach for the 2023-24 season, was parting ways with the team. Franson was hired on December 28, 2023 by the Iowa Wild. He was an […]
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Penguins Looking to Trade Forward Reilly Smith
Veteran forward Reilly Smith was acquired by the Pittsburgh Penguins from the Vegas Golden Knights last season in Vegas’ effort to clear cap space. The move was seen as a way for the Penguins to replace winger Jason Zucker, who left in free agency. At the beginning of the season, the move looked great on […]
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ECHL: Trois-Rivieres Lions Assistant Coach Announces Resignation
The Trois-Rivieres Lions have announced that Assistant Coach Mathieu Brodeur announced his resignation on Monday due to personal reasons, the search for a new assistant coach will begin immediately. Brodeur has been a part of the Lions organization since they joined the ECHL; he played for the team during their first two seasons, playing in […]
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