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ECHL: Hakon Nilsen Returns to Norway

As the NHL season has concluded with the Stanley Cup returning to its previous home in South Florida, a Cape Coral, Florida-born athlete is returning to his international home of Norway. Hakon Nilsen will be departing the Savannah Ghost Pirates and heading to Norway. He has made nine appearances for their national team. Last season […]

ECHL: Reading Royals Name Anthony Peters Head Coach

The Reading Royals have named Anthony Peters as the team’s 10th Head Coach in Franchise History. He will also hold the title as General Manager. Peters, 34, joins Reading after spending the last two seasons as the assistant coach with the Florida Everblades and winning a Kelly Cup with the Everblades in 2024. Florida also […]

ECHL: Kaleb Ergang Heads Overseas

Adirondack Thunder forward Kaleb Ergang is heading overseas to England to join the Manchester Storm of the EIHL. In 13 games last season with the Thunder, Ergang put up six goals and three assists for nine points. He had at least one point in six of the 13 games he played, including three multi-point games. […]

ECHL: Ivan Chukarov Takes His Game Overseas

The Coventry Blaze have added size, experience, and puck-moving skill to their blue line with the signing of American defenseman Ivan Chukarov for the upcoming 2025–26 Elite Ice Hockey League (EIHL) season. Chukarov, 29, heads overseas after two strong seasons with the Jacksonville Icemen, where he emerged as a dependable contributor on both ends of […]

ECHL: Idaho Steelheads and Dallas Stars Extend Affiliation

The Idaho Steelheads have extended their affiliation with the Stars franchises, a move that holds significant implications for both teams. The two-year extension covers the Dallas and the Texas Stars, ensuring a continued partnership. This extension continues one of the longest club affiliations in ECHL history, a testament to the strong relationship between the two […]

ECHL: Adrien Bisson Heads Overseas

Tahoe Knight Monster defenseman Adrien Bisson is heading overseas to France to join Briancon in Ligue Magnus after spending his first professional season in North America. Bisson bounced around the league during the 2024-25 season, spending time with the Florida Everblades, Adirondack Thunder, and Tahoe Knight Monsters. He began his season with Florida, playing just […]

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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 […]

ECHL: Chrystopher Collin Heads To The LNAH

Wheeling Nailers forward Chrystopher Collin is heading to the LNAH to join the Laval Petroliers after spending the 2024-25 season in Europe and North America. Collin started the 2024-25 season in Italy2 with Eppan/Appiano. In 24 games with Eppan/Appiano, he put up 24 goals and 28 assists for 52 points. He would lead the team […]

ECHL: South Division Well Represented on 2025 Stanley Cup Champion Panthers

For the 25th consecutive year, the ECHL has a presence on the Stanley Cup champion’s roster—this time through several South Division connections to the 2025 title-winning Florida Panthers. From prospects to player development staff, multiple Southern ties were part of the Panthers’ championship story. Savannah Ghost Pirates: Panthers’ Affiliate The Savannah Ghost Pirates, Florida’s current […]

ECHL: Kyle Havlena Heads Overseas

Trois-Rivières Lions forward Kyle Havlena is heading overseas to Germany to join Lausitzer Fuchse in the DEL2. The Kirkland, Quebec native had a slow start for the Lions, as he failed to record a point in all seven regular-season games he played. Havlena would make the Kelly Cup roster and would be an important piece […]