Florida Everblades

ECHL: Jon Gillies Returns to the Orlando Solar Bears’ Net

The Orlando Solar Bears are bringing back a big name between the pipes, announcing that Jon Gillies will return for the 2025–26 season. At 31 years old, the 6-foot-6 netminder from Concord, New Hampshire, boasts a résumé that includes the NCAA National Championship, a World Junior gold medal, and experience across the NHL, AHL, and […]

ECHL: Nico Blachman Returns to Add Bite to Florida Lineup

The Florida Everblades are bringing back one of the league’s most recognizable enforcers, signing forward Nico Blachman for the 2025–26 ECHL season. The 27-year-old Aventura, Florida, native stands 6’2”, weighs 198 pounds, and brings an edge to every shift, capable of playing both right wing and center. Blachman is no stranger to Southwest Florida, having […]

ECHL: Carson Focht Returns to Orlando

The Orlando Solar Bears are bringing back a familiar face. Center Carson Focht, 25, will return to the lineup for the 2025-26 season, ready to make an impact from opening night. From WHL Standout to NHL Draft Pick Focht’s path to Orlando started in the WHL, where he split time between the Tri-City Americans and […]

ECHL: Goalie Logan Terness Joins Florida Everblades

The Florida Everblades have added depth between the pipes, signing goaltender Logan Terness for the 2025-26 ECHL season. BCHL Rookie of the Year to the Pros Terness, 22, brings an impressive resume to Florida. The Burnaby, BC native earned BCHL Rookie of the Year honors with the Trail Smoke Eaters in 2019-20, posting a 27-10-4 […]

ECHL: Craig Needham Returns to Florida Everblades

The Florida Everblades are bringing back a familiar face down the middle, re-signing forward Craig Needham for the 2025–26 ECHL season. The 26-year-old Medford, Massachusetts native is set to enter his third full year — and fourth ECHL stint overall — with the club, bringing veteran poise, defensive reliability, and a knack for rising to […]

AHL: Springfield Thunderbirds Sign Three-Time Kelly Cup Champion Goalie

The Springfield Thunderbirds have reportedly signed a three-time Kelly Cup Champion Goalie to an AHL contract for 2025-26.

ECHL: Defenseman Anton Malmström Heads Overseas

After two seasons in North America, defenseman Anton Malmström is heading back to his native Sweden, signing with IF Björklöven of HockeyAllsvenskan for the 2025-26 season. Big Impact in Florida Malmström made his mark with the Florida Everblades in 2024-25, suiting up in 31 regular-season games and producing six goals and nine assists for 15 […]

ECHL: Gianfranco Cassaro Signs with Florida Everblades

The Florida Everblades have added a dynamic presence to their blue line with the signing of defenseman Gianfranco Cassaro for the 2025–26 season. Cassaro brings a blend of scoring ability, leadership experience, and championship pedigree that fits right into the Everblades’ tradition of strong two-way defenders. From NCAA Standout to Pro Contributor Cassaro’s journey to […]

ECHL: Connor Doherty Returns to Bolster Everblades Blue Line

The Florida Everblades have announced the return of veteran defenseman Connor Doherty for the 2025–26 season. Known for his physical edge, penalty-killing presence, and steady leadership, Doherty brings nearly a decade of professional experience back to Estero. A Proven Presence on the Back End Doherty joined the Everblades midway through the 2024–25 season and made […]

ECHL: Oliver Cooper Signs with Florida, Adds Size and Grit Up Front

The Florida Everblades have signed 30-year-old forward Oliver Cooper for the 2025–26 season. A 6’3”, 205-pound center from Fredericton, New Brunswick, Cooper brings a physical presence and a proven winning track record to the Everblades’ forward group. ECHL Familiarity and European Experience Cooper returns to the ECHL with a wealth of professional experience. Most recently, […]