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ECHL Attendance vs Performance: What the 2024–25 Regular Season Tells Us

As the 2024–25 ECHL regular season came to a close and the Kelly Cup Playoffs got underway, one storyline stood out beyond the scoreboard: how well did team performance align with fan turnout? A closer look at final standings and attendance figures reveals a complex picture. Some teams translated wins into sold-out crowds, while others […]

ECHL Central Division Semifinals: Toledo Walleye Sweep Indy Fuel

Toledo Walleye Complete Commanding 4-0 Sweep Over Indy Fuel The Toledo Walleye didn’t just win their opening-round series—they dominated it. In a methodical, high-execution performance from top to bottom, the Walleye swept the Indy Fuel in four straight games in the 2025 Kelly Cup Playoffs Central Division Semifinal. From the net out, Toledo showed depth, […]

ECHL: Brandon Hawkins Repeats Most Valuable Player for 2024–25 Season

Brandon Hawkins, forward for the Toledo Walleye, has once again earned the league’s highest individual honor, being named the Warrior Hockey ECHL Most Valuable Player for the 2024–25 season. This marks Hawkins’ second consecutive MVP award, placing him in elite company as just the second player in ECHL history to win back-to-back MVP honors, joining […]

ECHL: Toledo Walleye Named 2024-25 ECHL Hockey Operations Department of the Year

The ECHL announced Wednesday that the Toledo Walleye have been selected as the 2024-25 recipient of the ECHL Hockey Operations Department of the Year Award. Voted on by league coaches, the honor is presented annually to the team recognized for excellence in player development, roster management, and overall operational success. Toledo earned the top spot […]

ECHL: Brayden Low and Lou-Félix Denis Suspended Following April 13 Incidents

The ECHL Department of Player Safety announced two suspensions on Tuesday, issuing discipline to Orlando’s Brayden Low and Bloomington’s Lou-Félix Denis for actions that occurred in separate games on April 13. Both players were fined and suspended following major penalties and game misconducts that violated ECHL rules. Lou-Félix Denis – Bloomington Bison Bloomington forward Lou-Félix […]

ECHL: Shaw Boomhower Announces Retirement

Adirondack Thunder forward Shaw Boomhower has announced that he’s hanging up the skates after six seasons in the ECHL. Boomhower signed with Adirondack last off-season but only appeared in 18 games due to a knee injury. Despite an injury-riddled career, he would go out on a high note as he scored the game-winning goal in […]

ECHL: All-ECHL First and Second Teams Announced

The ECHL announced continued handing out awards on Thursday as they announced their All-ECHL First and Second teams. Yesterday, they announced the All-Rookie Team. All-ECHL First Team F-Brandon Hawkins (Toledo Walleye)– Brandon Hawkins has been named to the All-ECHL First Team for the third straight season. Hawkins, 30, is putting up impressive numbers for the […]

ECHL Fines and Suspensions: Disciplinary Rulings from April 9

The ECHL has issued fines and suspensions following multiple incidents during games played on April 9, 2025. Players Rhett Parsons (Cincinnati Cyclones), Nathan Noel (Iowa Heartlanders), and Ayden MacDonald (Allen Americans) were all disciplined by the ECHL Department of Player Safety for violations including fighting, game misconducts, and boarding. ECHL Fines and Suspensions – Rhett […]

ECHL Names 2024-25 All-Rookie Team

The 2024-25 All-Rookie Team, spotlighting six of the league’s most electric and promising young players was announced by the ECHL earlier today. Voted on by ECHL coaches, broadcasters, media relations directors, and media members across North America, this year’s selections represent the heart of a new wave of talent rising through the pro hockey ranks. […]

ECHL Fines and Suspensions: Kile Hit with Extra Game; Kennedy and Iverson Suspended Following Sunday Action

The ECHL Department of Player Safety has announced disciplinary action following recent games involving player Alex Kile from the Florida Everblades, Spencer Kennedy from the Kalamazoo Wings, and Keegan Iverson of the Tulsa Oilers. These penalties come under Rule #28 – Supplementary Discipline and include a series of suspensions and fines stemming from on-ice incidents […]