Author: Sam Wismer

ECHL Important Summer Dates

It’s that time of year in the ECHL to look at certain dates and times for events that are critical to the opening night roster come October. June of 2024 June 8th – Protected Lists are due by 3 pm Eastern- ECHL Teams are allowed to protect as many players as they would like to, bearing […]

ECHL Defensemen of the Year Goes To The West For The Second Year In A Row

Every season the ECHL chooses a defenseman who demonstrates all-around ability and strength. The ECHL chose from the Idaho Steelheads this season for the second year. The Steelheads Defenseman is in his sixth professional season, and his second being in the ECHL. Before coming to Idaho, Kudla played for HC Nove Zamky and HK Dukla […]

ECHL: Reading Royals: A Talk With Mason Millman

From being drafted to learning how to be a pro, it has been a whirlwind of a few years for Reading Royals Defenseman Mason Millman. Record Breaking Not only has Millman surpassed 100 professional points, but he has surpassed Wall of Honor Inductee Nick Luukko for leading Defenseman in Points in Reading Royals History. “It’s […]

ECHL: Reading Royals: A Talk With Steven Leonard

Steven Leonard is making a name for himself in the ECHL, but that doesn’t come without some experience and the grit he has brought to the Reading Royals this season. Working Through The Ranks Leonard has played 27 games in the FPHL with the Danbury Hat Tricks and Port Huron Prowlers. During that span of […]

ECHL: Reading Royals: A Talk With Yvan Mongo

Yvan Mongo has made his name, especially within the Reading Royals base, as a fan favorite. Mongo has proven himself to be a crucial part to the team, and you know when he is not on the ice. Mongo sat down with Inside The Rink to talk hockey, his career, and his community program. Playing […]

ECHL Announces Suspensions And Fines | 03/11/2024

Reading Royals: Forward Steven Leonard has been find for an undisclosed amount as a result of his actions in the game on 3/9/2024 against the Norfolk Admirals. Leonard is also suspended for three games for receiving a game misconduct for aggressor in the last minute of the final frame. He will miss the March 13th […]

ECHL: Newfoundland Growlers: A Talk With Todd Skirving

For a newer team in the ECHL, Todd Skirving brings familiarity, wit, and wisdom to the ice. During his first season as Captain, he touches on subjects that made him who he is today. Familiar Faces On The Ice Skirving played 4 years at RIT. During that time, he played in a total of 127 […]

ECHL: Reading Royals: A Talk With Joseph Nardi

For any hockey player, going professional is the ultimate dream. For Joseph Nardi, the dream was no different. Currently, Nardi plays for the ECHL team, Reading Royals. Before turning pro, Nardi played in the Alberta Junior Hockey League, where he dressed for 161 games for the Whitecourt Wolverines. During the 2016-2017 season, Nardi played a […]

ECHL: Reading Royals: A Talk With Nolan Maier

Being a Goaltender is arguably, the most important, and stressful position on the ice. If the team wins the game, the Goaltender is the hero. If the team loses, it’s the easiest position to blame for the loss. For Nolan Maier, in his young career, has seen both ends of the spectrum, and it has […]

ECHL: Reading Royals Devon Paliani Hits Pro Game 150

ECHL: Reading Royals: Devon Paliani Hits Pro Game 150