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: 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 […]

Toledo Walleye Player Signing Announcement

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 […]

ECHL: Dylan Moulton Returns to the Toledo Blue Line

The Toledo Walleye are bringing back defenseman Dylan Moulton for the 2025-26 season. Moulton made his pro debut with the Walleye late last year and quickly became a key piece of the blue line. From Miami to Toledo Moulton joined the Walleye at the end of his NCAA career at Miami University (Ohio), where he […]

ECHL: Jed Pietila Reels in Another Season with Toledo

Defenseman Jed Pietila is officially back in Walleye blue. The team announced the re-signing of Jed Pietila, bringing the blueliner back for the 2025-26 season after a strong first full year in the pros. 2024-25 Season Recap Pietila appeared in 59 games with the Toledo Walleye during the 2024-25 regular season, picking up two goals […]

ECHL: Defenseman Max Coyle Heads to Denmark

Defenseman Max Coyle is heading overseas after finishing the 2024-25 season with the Indy Fuel.Coyle has signed with the Aalborg Pirates in Denmark’s Metal Ligaen for the 2025-26 season, marking the next step in his professional hockey journey. A Late-Season Shift to Indy Coyle spent most of last season with the Greenville Swamp Rabbits, appearing […]

ECHL: Ben Brar Returns to the Everblades for 2025-26 Season

The Florida Everblades are bringing back forward Ben Brar for the 2025-26 season, locking in another important piece of their forward core as the roster continues to take shape. Brar, 26, heads into his third season with the Everblades after first joining the team in March of 2024 following his collegiate career at Merrimack College. […]

ECHL: Romain Rodzinski Re-Signs with South Carolina

Another key piece of the Stingrays’ defense is back in the mix. Romain Rodzinski, one of the ECHL’s most reliable two-way defensemen last season, has officially re-signed with South Carolina for the 2025-26 season. A Midseason Trade That Changed Everything When the Stingrays picked up Rodzinski from the Idaho Steelheads in February, it didn’t take […]

ECHL: Craig Martin Locked In for Another Run with Jacksonville

The Jacksonville Icemen announced today that Craig Martin is returning to the team for the 2025-26 season. Known for his offensive production and veteran presence, Martin brings both leadership and consistency back to the Icemen lineup. Martin’s Career So Far Martin is no stranger to Jacksonville fans. Last season, he spent the year overseas with […]