Iowa Heartlanders
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 […]
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ECHL: Former Gladiators Goalie Drew DeRidder Signs With Manchester Storm
The Manchester Storm have signed goaltender Drew DeRidder for the 2025-26 season, bringing the 25-year-old Michigan native overseas after two seasons in the ECHL. Time in the ECHL DeRidder spent the 2024-25 season with the Atlanta Gladiators, sharing the crease in a tandem with Ethan Haider. He appeared in 37 games, posting a 3.02 goals-against […]
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ECHL: Ghost Pirates Sign Chris Lipe and Mitchell Russell
Earlier today, the Savannah Ghost Pirates announced that they have signed defenseman Chris Lipe and forward Mitchell Russell for the 2025-2026 season. Chris Lipe Joins the Crew Chris Lipe is a 25-year-old defenseman from Rockford, Michigan, who has been with the Iowa Heartlanders since the 2022–2023 season. Before joining the Heartlanders, Lipe played at the […]
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ECHL: Jordan Martin Returns to Indy Fuel for 2025–26 Season
The Indy Fuel have announced the return of forward Jordan Martin, who has signed a Standard Player Contract (SPC) for the 2025–26 ECHL season. Fuel Fixture Martin, 28, returns to Indianapolis after skating in 68 games last season, where he recorded 20 points (7g–13a) and 39 penalty minutes. The Winnipeg, Manitoba, native was a force […]
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ECHL: Liam Coughlin Reclaims His Spot on Jacksonville’s Ice
The Jacksonville Icemen announced today that they have re-signed veteran forward Liam Coughlin for the 2025–26 season. Coughlin brings size, experience, and a strong two-way game back to Jacksonville after a productive campaign in 2024–25. Back in Blue and White Coughlin, 30, racked up 31 points (15G, 16A) in 50 games with the Icemen last […]
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AHL: Iowa Wild Sign Two Forwards
The Iowa Wild signed two forwards today, one of those is returning to Iowa after playing for them in 2024-25.
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ECHL: 2025-26 Qualifying Offers | Florida Everblades
The Florida Everblades continue to shape their roster as they chase another championship-caliber season. On July 7, the team extended qualifying offers to six players from their 2024–25 season-ending roster. Players tendered qualifying offers: This group features returning depth across all positions—players who played meaningful roles in Florida’s recent campaigns. Understanding Qualifying Offers In the […]
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ECHL: 2025-26 Qualifying Offers | Jacksonville Icemen
The Jacksonville Icemen are keeping things moving this offseason, locking in qualifying offers for five players from their 2024–25 roster. These offers don’t guarantee a return, but they do give the Icemen exclusive ECHL rights. Qualifying offers were extended to: So, What Is a Qualifying Offer? Think of it like a “hold my spot” in […]
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Kaid Oliver, Former Atlanta Gladiator, Joins 2025 Australian International Ice Hockey Cup
Kaid Oliver, a former forward with the Atlanta Gladiators, is heading to Australia this summer to represent the USA Eagles in the 2025 Australian International Ice Hockey Cup. The tournament attracts players from around the world, featuring a high-tempo mix of national and select teams. It’s not unfamiliar territory for the Atlanta Gladiators either. Last […]
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