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: Cody Sylvester to Rejoin the Atlanta Gladiators

The Atlanta Gladiators announced today that the club has signed forward Cody Sylvester to an ECHL contract for the 2024-25 season. Sylvester made the decision in February to transition to playing for EC Bad Nauheim in Germany. During his recent tenure with Bad Nauheim, Sylvester showcased his skills by amassing a total of four points, […]

SPHL: Macon Mayhem Add Forward A.J. Ryan

The Macon Mayhem have announced that forward A.J. Ryan will be joining them for the 2024-25 season. Hailing from Tecumseh, Ontario, the 24-year-old made his professional debut late last season with the Birmingham Bulls, participating in six games. Before starting his professional career, Ryan played three seasons at NCAA-DIII SUNY-Oswego. In the 2023-24 season, Ryan […]

SPHL: Macon Mayhem Sign Defenseman Hugh Anderson

The Macon Mayhem have officially confirmed the signing of defenseman Hugh Anderson for the upcoming 2024-25 season. Originally from Green Bay, Wisconsin, Anderson entered the professional hockey scene last season with the Columbus River Dragons in the FPHL. He was selected as the team’s first Developmental Player for the 2023-24 season. Anderson showcased a strong […]

ECHL: Atlanta Gladiators 2024-25 Promotional Schedule

Fans eagerly await the release of their team’s promotional schedule, gearing up for an exciting array of theme nights. The Atlanta Gladiators have recently unveiled theirs, promising a lineup of thrilling nights for fans to anticipate as they await the start of the season. Highlighted games include the Teddy Bear Toss on December 13th, Marvel […]

ECHL: Celebrating National Goalie Week, Part 2

On Game Day, highlight reels showcasing incredible saves are undeniably thrilling. However, we must equally acknowledge their delightful and distinctive personalities, especially when they’re mic’d up or working with their social media teams to help create fun and engaging content. Wrapping up National Goalie Week, enjoy some amusing and exciting Instagram reels we have found […]

ECHL: Celebrating National Goalie Week

This week marks the NHL’s National Goalie Week, shining a spotlight on the fact that although the role of a goaltender may appear straightforward – preventing the puck from going in the net – the skills and approach required by these athletes are quite complex. Netminders rely on a combination of mental and physical finesse […]

ECHL: Orlando Solar Bears Re-Sign Forward Ryan Mahshie

The Orlando Solar Bears have officially announced the signing of forward Ryan Mahshie for the 2024-25 season. The 2024-25 season will mark his second professional season with Orlando. Mahshie is returning to the Solar Bears after signing his inaugural professional contract with Orlando this past January. In his 12 appearances with the team, Mahshie netted his […]

SPHL: Macon Mayhem Re-Sign Forward Brandon Picard

The Macon Mayhem recently announced that forward Brandon Picard has agreed to re-sign for the 2024-25 season. Originally from Montreal, Quebec, the 26-year-old Picard joined the Mayhem last season following his release from Knoxville. During his time with Macon, Picard scored one goal in eight games. In his first season in the SPHL last year, […]

ECHL: Solar Bears Re-sign Defenseman Ben Carroll

The Orlando Solar Bears have confirmed the signing of defenseman Ben Carroll for the 2024-25 season. Carroll is beginning his sixth professional season and second with the Solar Bears. Carroll has taken part in 67 regular season games in the 2023-24 season, accumulating 35 points after tallying five goals and 30 assists. He ended the […]

ECHL: Orlando Solar Bears Complete Signing of Matt Stief

The Orlando Solar Bears completed the acquisition of Matt Stief’s playing rights from the Adirondack Thunder as part of the agreement involving defenseman Kurt Gosselin, which was formally disclosed last week. Stief, a native of Boca Raton, Florida previously suited up for both Idaho and Adirondack. The defenseman made significant contributions to the Thunder’s roster […]