Jan Bednar

ECHL: Toledo Walleye Weekend Recap| 02/23-2/25/2024

The Toledo Walleye entered this weekend of games with special players weekend events on both Friday and Saturday, with the players wearing their nicknames on the backs of their jerseys. These games are fun to see another side of the players represented. The three games this weekend would pit Toledo against the Maine Mariners on […]

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ECHL: Could Walleye’s Bednar Be the Next Man up for Grand Rapids?

The Toledo Walleye have had an outstanding season thus far, partly due to their offensive firepower. A big reason for their success has been the play of goaltender Jan Bednar, who has seemingly come into his own during his second pro season in North America. Walleye’s Bednar is making noise at the ECHL level While […]

ECHL: Toledo Walleye Weekend Recap|1/27-1/28/2024

The Toledo Walleye started a weekend where they would be celebrating the former Toledo hockey team, the Toledo Storm, and the recent Toledo Hockey Hall of Fame inductees. The 2024 Hall of Fame class consists of goaltender Jeff Lerg, former Head Coach Claude Noel, and forwards Barney O’Connell, Iain Duncan, and Alex Hicks. They would […]

ECHL: Toledo Walleye Offense Getting Contributions Throughout the Lineup

The Toledo Walleye are one of the best teams in the ECHL this season, and they are gearing up for a big second half. As a top-tier team, they have everything going for them from top to bottom. One of the biggest reasons for their success is the explosive offense. The Toledo Walleye Offense Firing […]

ECHL Game Recap: Toledo Walleye vs. Indy Fuel 01/14/2024

The Toledo Walleye hosted the Indy Fuel on the evening of Sunday, January 14, 2024. The Walleye came into last night’s contest as one of the top teams in the entire league, while the Fuel were aiming to rise in the standings with a big win. The game was part of Warner Bros. weekend, which […]

ECHL: Toledo Walleye Tied for Most Points in ECHL

The city of Toledo, Ohio, has been blessed with some terrific hockey over the years. From the Toledo Goaldiggers to the Toledo Storm to the current team of the Toledo Walleye, the city has been spoiled by the success of its hockey teams. This season is no different as the Walleye are tied for the […]

ECHL Game Recap: Toledo Walleye vs. Fort Wayne Komets | 01/05/2024

The Toledo Walleye hosted the Fort Wayne Komets as they held their first-ever Mental Heath Awareness Night on Friday, January 5. The Mental Health and Recovery Services Board of Lucas County hosted the events. Before the game, former Walleye and current broadcaster Simon Denis and Toledo’s team psychologist, Ruth Ann Tetz, led a pregame Hockey […]

ECHL: Toledo Walleye with a 5-2 Statement Win Over the Cincinnati Cyclones

The Toledo Walleye hosted the Cincinnati Cyclones on Saturday night. The Walleye wore holiday-themed Peanuts – A Christmas celebration jerseys that were auctioned off at the conclusion of the game. All proceeds from the auction went to the Flag City Honor Flight. Jan Bednar was between the pipes for Toledo, and for Cincinnati, it was […]

Walleye Outlast Cyclones in Thriller

The Toledo Walleye held their annual Teddy Bear Toss on Friday night in their game against the Cincinnati Cyclones. Fans were encouraged to bring a new stuffed animal, or teddy bear, to toss onto the ice after the Walleye scored their first goal. This event benefits local charities and organizations surrounding the Toledo area. Jan […]

ECHL: Toledo Walleye Win One, Lose One Against Iowa Heartlanders

The Toledo Walleye had a two-game home stand against the Iowa Heartlanders to kick off their first weekend of hockey in December. Toledo held their first-ever Glow Weekend with fans waving glow sticks and wearing glowing wristbands that lit up to match the events and music of the game. To commemorate the event, the Walleye […]