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 Fines and Suspensions: Florida’s Jesse Lansdell Penalized After Game 5 Incident
The ECHL Department of Player Safety announced Monday that Florida Everblades forward Jesse Lansdell has been fined an undisclosed amount as a result of his actions in Game 5 against the Orlando Solar Bears on May 10. Officials issued Lansdell a major penalty and game misconduct for slashing at 9:51 of the first period during […]
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2025 IIHF Worlds: USA and Switzerland Set for High-Stakes Group B Clash
It’s showdown time at the 2025 IIHF Men’s World Championship. Team USA and Switzerland are both undefeated in regulation, and Tuesday’s matchup in Stockholm is shaping up to be one of the most exciting clashes in Group B. The Americans have stormed through their first two games without giving up a single goal. After blanking […]
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2025 IIHF Worlds: Canada Erupts After Early Deficit to Dominate Latvia 7–1
In a spirited Group A matchup at the 2025 IIHF Men’s World Championship, Canada entered Sunday’s tilt against Latvia with momentum—and a target on their back. Backstopped by veteran goaltender Marc-André Fleury, Canada brought a blend of Stanley Cup-winning experience and rising talent to the ice. Latvia, led by goaltender Gustavs Grigals, countered with physical […]
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2025 IIHF Worlds: Nazar, Gauthier Shine as the Team USA Blanks Hungary 6–0
Team USA continued its flawless start to the 2025 IIHF Men’s World Championship with a dominant 6–0 win over Hungary on Sunday morning in Herning. Frank Nazar and Cutter Gauthier—both just 21 years old—each scored twice to pace a balanced American attack that has now gone back-to-back games without surrendering a goal. Logan Cooley and […]
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ECHL South Division Finals – Game 5 Recap: Florida Everblades vs Orlando Solar Bears
The Florida Everblades are headed to the Eastern Conference Final for the fourth straight season after defeating the Orlando Solar Bears 3-1 on Saturday night in Game Five of the South Division Finals. Cole Moberg scored the game-winning goal on the power play with under two minutes to play, while Cam Johnson turned away 14 […]
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2025 IIHF Worlds: Horvat Scores Twice as Canada Shuts Out Slovenia
Bo Horvat led the way with two power-play goals as Canada opened its 2025 IIHF Men’s World Championship campaign in dominant fashion, shutting out Slovenia 4-0. Supported by standout performances from Nathan MacKinnon and goaltender Dylan Garand, and fueled by three power-play goals and crisp puck movement throughout, the Canadians controlled the pace from start […]
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ECHL South Division Finals – Game 4 Recap: Florida Everblades vs Orlando Solar Bears
Florida Everblades forward Oliver Chau scored twice and goaltender Cam Johnson delivered a flawless 22-save shutout as the Florida Everblades defeated the Orlando Solar Bears 3-0 on Friday night at the Kia Center. The Game Four victory gives Florida a commanding 3-1 lead in the South Division Finals of the 2025 Kelly Cup Playoffs. With […]
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2025 IIHF Worlds: Canada Gears Up for Group A Matchup vs. Slovenia
Team Canada returns to action on Saturday, facing Slovenia in Group A play at the 2025 IIHF Men’s World Championship. Puck drop is set for 12:20 PM local time, as the defending champions aim to build early momentum with a deep, experienced, and offensively stacked roster. Slovenia, meanwhile, enters the contest as a clear underdog—but […]
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2025 IIHF Worlds: Beniers, Daccord Shine as USA Shuts Out Denmark
Team USA opened their 2025 IIHF Men’s World Championship campaign on Friday afternoon with a convincing matchup against host Denmark in Group B play. With a roster stacked with young NHL talent and a clear commitment to speed and puck possession, the Americans were looking to set the tone early in their pursuit of gold. […]
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2025 IIHF Worlds: Crosby Named Captain of Team Canada
Sidney Crosby of the Pittsburgh Penguins will once again lead Team Canada on the international stage, named captain for the 2025 IIHF Men’s World Championship in Sweden and Denmark. He’ll be joined by alternate captains Nathan MacKinnon of the Colorado Avalanche and Ryan O’Reilly of the Nashville Predators, forming a veteran leadership group with deep […]
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