AHL Western Conference

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ECHL: Toledo Walleye Goalie Heads Overseas

The Toledo Walleye took a significant hit with the departure of forwards Trenton Bliss and Tyler Spezia, both heading to overseas teams. The blow was made even more critical by the announcement that standout goaltender Jan Bednar will also continue his career abroad with the HC Ässät Pori, in the Finnish Liiga. This news follows […]

Calder Cup Game 4 Preview: Charlotte Checkers at Abbotsford Canucks with Line Combinations 6/19/2025

Calder Cup Game 3 Preview: Charlotte Checkers at Abbotsford Canucks with Line Combinations 6/17/2025

Calder Cup Game 2 Preview: Abbotsford Canucks at Charlotte Checkers with Line Combinations 6/15/2025

Abbotsford Canucks Defeat Charlotte Checkers In Double-OT In AHL Finals Game One — 06/13/2025

Charlotte, N.C. — The American Hockey League has now reached the finals of the 2025 season, as the Charlotte Checkers and Abbotsford Canucks are looking for a Calder Cup. Last night, June 13, the Checkers hosted the Canucks at Bojangles Coliseum with a sold-out crowd of over 8,500 fans. Little did fans know, they would […]

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ECHL: Kansas City Mavericks Forward Heads Overseas

The Kansas City Mavericks have another player heading overseas. This news comes after fan favorite and leading scorer Cade Borchardt left for KalPa in Finland at the end of May. Confirmed Saturday morning, Damien Giroux has signed a one-year contract with HK Spišská Nová Ves of the Slovak league. Making It to the Pros Giroux, […]

AHL: Texas Stars Goalie Heads Overseas

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ECHL: Toledo Walleye Forward Heads Overseas

The Toledo Walleye have had a tremendous 2024–25 season, securing accolades as the Central Division Champion and the Western Conference Champion, bringing joy to Toledo with their season wins. However, the disappointment of their loss in the Kelly Cup Final is palpable. Adding to that emotion, the team is also feeling the loss of two […]

Calder Cup Game 1 Preview: Abbotsford Canucks at Charlotte Checkers with Line Combinations 6/13/2025

ECHL: Tyler Spezia Heads Overseas

Toledo Walleye forward Tyler Spezia is heading overseas to Germany to join the Nurnberg Ice Tigers in the DEL after spending his first seven seasons in North America. Spezia had a breakout year for the Walleye, putting up 25 goals and 32 assists for 57 points in 52 games. He would add six goals and […]