Author: Stephanie DeLaFleur

Beat Writer covering the ECHL, AHL and NHL. Follow me on X @StephiDelafleur

Brandon Hawkins skating for the Toledo Walleye

ECHL: Brandon Hawkins Re-Signs with Toledo Walleye

The Toledo Walleye have faced significant roster changes this offseason, with several key players moving on. However, one cornerstone remains firmly in place — two-time consecutive ECHL MVP Brandon Hawkins. The star forward is returning for his fifth season with the Walleye, bringing his elite talent and leadership back to the pond. A Look Back […]

ECHL: Kansas City Mavericks Hire Brett Ferguson as Assistant Coach

The Kansas City Mavericks have officially announced the addition of Brett Ferguson as an Assistant Coach, bringing with him a well-rounded resume that spans multiple levels of North American hockey. Ferguson’s athletic roots run deep. A dual-sport standout in his youth, he captured two high school state hockey championships and one in baseball. After a […]

ECHL: Cole Gallant Heads Overseas

The week before the first July deadline is often just as exciting as opening night itself—and for the Toledo Walleye, it has already brought another change. On the eve of the last week of the end-of-season roster qualifying offers period, forward Cole Gallant has agreed to terms with the Pioneers Vorarlberg of the ICE Hockey […]

ECHL: Mitchell Lewandowski Heads Overseas

The Toledo Walleye faithful are enduring a rough postseason—“rough” might even be an understatement. Die-hard fans are still reeling from the Kelly Cup Final loss to Trois-Rivières, made even more painful by the offseason exodus of key players like Bednar, Bliss, and Spezia. Speculation began swirling early Saturday in local Toledo Facebook groups, and less […]

AHL: Mitchell Gibson Signs with Hershey Bears

They say goalies are a different breed—and with good reason. They play the game from a unique perspective, often under immense pressure, and carry one of the most important roles on the ice. The Stingrays in South Carolina have seen their fair share of netminders come and go, with some making names for themselves at […]

ECHL: David Warsofsky Named South Carolina Stingray Head Coach

The South Carolina Stingrays have announced David Warsofsky as their new Head Coach, marking the team’s third coaching change since 2022. The news comes as a surprise to many, especially after the Stingrays’ historic 2024 season under Jared Nightingale. Nightingale not only led the team to win the Brabham Cup but also helped the Stingrays […]

ECHL: Toledo Walleye Announce 2024–25 Season-Ending Roster

After an unforgettable 2024–25 season, the Toledo Walleye have officially released their Season-Ending Roster. The Walleye put together an impressive 44-17 regular season record and captured the Western Conference Championship, edging out the Kansas City Mavericks—winners of the 2024 Brabham Cup. The team’s deep playoff run came to a close in the Kelly Cup Finals, […]

ECHL: South Carolina Stingrays Announce 2024-2025 Season-Ending Roster

The South Carolina Stingrays have officially released their Season-Ending Roster following a record-breaking 52-15 regular season. The team not only claimed the Brabham Cup for the league’s best record but also set a new franchise point record. However, the postseason did not go as planned, as the Rays faced a disappointing first-round exit at the […]

ECHL: Toledo Walleye’s Tanner Palocsik Heads Overseas

Toledo Walleye defenseman Tanner Palocsik is heading overseas, adding to the growing list of key departures from the roster. As rumors swirl and confirmed moves by other standout players continue to surface, the team’s core is undergoing a significant reshaping. From College Standout to Pro Palocsik’s journey began in the Pittsburgh minor hockey scene before […]

ECHL: South Carolina Stingrays Future Considerations Finalized

The South Carolina Stingrays have officially completed the remaining two trades involving future considerations from the 2024-25 season. Throughout the season, the Stingrays were active in the trade market, making notable moves with the Bloomington Bison, Reading Royals, and Idaho Steelheads. By mid-October, the team sent Jack Adams, Jonny Evans, Jackson Leppard, and Bryce Montgomery […]