Author: Karen Zehner

Inside The Rink ECHL Manager | Senior Editor | Credentialed Beat Writer covering the ECHL Atlanta Gladiators. Diving into the world of slap shots, penalty kills, and the game we love. [@RunwithK] on socials.

ECHL: Anthony Bardaro Returns to Solar Bears After Standout Season

Veteran forward Anthony Bardaro is back in Orlando for another year, bringing international experience and clutch playoff production to the 2025–26 campaign. A Proven Scorer with Global Experience The Orlando Solar Bears have officially announced the re-signing of forward Anthony Bardaro for the 2025–26 ECHL season. Bardaro made a strong impression last year, finishing the […]

ECHL: Florida Everblades Re-Sign Star Forward Oliver Chau

The Florida Everblades have re-signed forward Oliver Chau ahead of the 2025–26 season, reinforcing their core with one of the most consistent and clutch performers in the ECHL. Chau has become a cornerstone of Florida’s recent success, helping lead the club to back-to-back Kelly Cup championships and deep playoff runs in all three seasons with […]

ECHL: Carson Gicewicz Re-Signs with Florida Everblades

The Florida Everblades have re-signed forward Carson Gicewicz for the 2025-26 season. The 6’3″ center from Orchard Park, New York, was a standout for Florida last year, tallying 55 points (28G, 27A) in 66 regular-season games and serving as an alternate captain. Impressive Numbers and Proven Production Gicewicz’s 2024–25 campaign with Florida was the most […]

ECHL: Brent Pedersen Returns to Swamp Rabbits in 2025-26

The Greenville Swamp Rabbits have officially re-signed veteran forward Brent Pedersen for the 2025–26 ECHL season, marking his second campaign with the club. The 30-year-old returns as a key piece of Greenville’s veteran core after posting 30 points (14g, 16a) in 56 games last season while wearing an “A” as alternate captain (Swamp Rabbits, 2025). […]

ECHL: Connor Galloway Returns to Hometown Ice with the Atlanta Gladiators

A Georgia-Born Dream Continues The Atlanta Gladiators have re-signed hometown forward Connor Galloway for the 2025–26 season, marking his second year with the team. A native of Sugar Hill, Georgia, Galloway’s return is not only a continuation of his professional journey—it’s a full-circle moment rooted in pride, grit, and local loyalty. In 47 games during […]

ECHL: Kyle Mountain Named as Everblades’ New Assistant Coach

Yesterday, the Florida Everblades named Kyle Mountain as an assistant coach for the 2025-26 season, adding a rising voice with both college and ECHL bench experience. Mountain, 34, joins Florida after working with the Greenville Swamp Rabbits last season, first as an assistant coach, then stepping in as interim head coach. He was part of […]

ECHL: Florida Signs Hard-Hitting NCAA Champion Tanner Edwards

The Florida Everblades have added a physical presence and an NCAA champion to their roster by signing forward Tanner Edwards. Edwards, 25, is originally from Anchorage, Alaska, and brings with him dual USA/Canada citizenship, a solid 6-foot, 170-pound frame, and a gritty style of play that fits Florida’s identity. A product of Team Alaska, he […]

ECHL: Tanner Kelly Brings Big Ten Titles and Grit to the Walleye

From the Big Ten to the ECHL—Tanner Kelly is heading to Toledo. The Toledo Walleye have signed forward Tanner Kelly for the 2025-26 season, adding a high-character competitor fresh off a championship run with Michigan State. The 23-year-old joins the roster after a five-year NCAA career at Michigan State University. Born in San Diego, California, […]

ECHL: Austin Saint Returns to the Swamp Rabbits for 2025-26

Announced yesterday, the Greenville Swamp Rabbits have re-signed right-shot forward Austin Saint for the 2025-26 season. After a full rookie year in Greenville, Saint is set to return with more experience and offensive upside heading into his second ECHL campaign. From RMC to the ECHL Saint put up strong numbers during his collegiate career. In […]

ECHL: Ryan Nolan Brings Scoring Depth to Atlanta Gladiators

The Atlanta Gladiators have added another offensive piece for 2025-26, signing forward Ryan Nolan, who brings scoring touch and grit from the SPHL and ECHL. Coming off a career-best season with the Fayetteville Marksmen, Ryan Nolan played in 38 SPHL games, notching 17 goals and 21 assists for 38 points, along with 31 penalty minutes […]