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: Hunter Sansbury Returns to Everblades Blue Line

The Florida Everblades have re-signed defenseman Hunter Sansbury for the 2025-26 season. A Look at Sansbury’s Career Sansbury, 24, spent four seasons at Sacred Heart University, where he established himself as a steady presence on the blue line and a respected leader. In his final two seasons, he served as team captain, anchoring the defense […]

ECHL: Ryan O’Reilly Signs with Greenville

The Greenville Swamp Rabbits have added forward Ryan O’Reilly to their roster for the 2025-26 ECHL season. O’Reilly, 24, is set to begin his first full season in Greenville after splitting last year between the NCAA and the ECHL. He brings a combination of speed, offensive upside, and playoff experience to the Swamp Rabbits’ lineup. […]

ECHL: Dalton Duhart Returns for His Second Season with Jacksonville

The Jacksonville Icemen have announced the return of center Dalton Duhart for the 2025-26 season. Duhart, 24, will enter his second season with the Icemen after splitting time between Jacksonville and the Bloomington Bison last year. In 33 games with Jacksonville, he registered two goals and six assists for eight points, while adding 25 penalty […]

ECHL: Reid Duke Signs with Florida Everblades

The Florida Everblades have agreed to terms with veteran forward Reid Duke for the upcoming 2025-26 season. Duke, 29, arrives in Estero with a decade of professional experience, bringing a blend of skill, leadership, and playoff pedigree to the Everblades’ forward group. This season will mark his first stint in the ECHL, adding a new […]

ECHL: Colin Swoyer Back on the Blue Line for Toledo

The Toledo Walleye are bringing back one of their top blueliners, re-signing Colin Swoyer for the 2025–26 season. After a standout year on both ends of the ice, Swoyer returns ready to help anchor Toledo’s defense once again. Big Numbers on the Back End Swoyer, a native of Hinsdale, Illinois, played a significant role in […]

ECHL: Kurtis Henry Returns to Everblades Blue Line

The Florida Everblades have re-signed defenseman Kurtis Henry for the 2025–26 season. After a brief but promising stint late last year, Henry is set to begin his first full professional season in Florida. Late-Season Addition Makes His Mark Henry joined the Everblades late in the 2024–25 campaign following the conclusion of his collegiate career at […]

ECHL: Tristan De Jong Returns to Greenville

The Greenville Swamp Rabbits have re-signed defenseman Tristan De Jong for the 2025–26 ECHL season. After joining the team late last year following the conclusion of his collegiate career, De Jong is now set to begin his first full professional season in Greenville. Late-Season Addition Gains Experience De Jong made his pro debut with the […]

AHL: Milwaukee Admirals Announce 2025–26 Schedule

The Milwaukee Admirals are gearing up for the 2025–26 season with eyes on a third straight Central Division title. The campaign begins on the road in Rockford on Saturday, October 11, before the team returns to UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena for their home opener on Saturday, October 18, hosting the Texas Stars at 6:00 p.m. CT. […]

ECHL: Orlando Solar Bears Name Matt MacDonald Head Coach and GM

The Orlando Solar Bears have officially named Matt MacDonald as their new Head Coach and General Manager ahead of the 2025–26 ECHL season. A familiar face within the league, MacDonald brings with him nearly two decades of pro hockey experience as a player, coach, and executive. A Proven Leader Returns to the ECHL MacDonald served […]

ECHL: Brody Crane Re-Signs with Jacksonville

The Jacksonville Icemen have announced the return of forward Brody Crane for the 2025–26 season. The 21-year-old winger returns for his second professional year after an encouraging rookie season with Jacksonville in 2024–25. Rookie Impact in Year One Crane skated in 66 games for the Icemen last season, recording 14 goals and 13 assists for […]