Syracuse Crunch

PHOTOS: Syracuse Crunch vs. Rochester Americans – 12/18/2024

ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Wednesday afternoon at Blue Cross Arena was host to the Rochester Americans versus the Syracuse Crunch. An injury-ridden Amerks team had their four-game win streak ended with a 5-2 loss to the Crunch. Former Buffalo Sabre Conor Sheary got the night’s first goal for the Crunch, with Jesse Ylonen getting the assist. […]

Minor Leagues: Annual Teddy Bear Toss Underway | 2024-2025

The 2024-25 Teddy Bear Toss season is in full swing, with a lot of hockey fans eagerly participating in this heartwarming tradition across various AHL, ECHL, and SPHL teams. The Hershey Bears (AHL), known for their record-breaking tosses, are set to host their annual event on January 5, 2025. Last season, they collected an impressive […]

ECHL Roster Transactions: Orlando Solar Bears | 12/06/2024

Over the last week, the Orlando Solar Bears have been busy making significant roster changes, particularly among their blueliners. Since November 29th, there have been 18 transactions aimed at strengthening the team as they navigate through the season. Today, we’ll break down all the transactions, detailing who was called up, who left, and who joined […]

PHOTOS: Syracuse Crunch vs. Rochester Americans – 11/29/2024

ROCHESTER, N.Y. – The Rochester Americans triumphed 3-0 over the Syracuse Crunch on Friday night at Blue Cross Arena. Rochester goaltender Devon Levi had an incredible night, securing his first professional shutout. He turned away all 20 shots that Syracuse attempted – 13 of them in the third period alone. Isak Rosén also played a […]

ECHL: Orlando Solar Bears’ Roster Transactions | 11/21/2024

The Orlando Solar Bears have made several roster changes recently. Yesterday the team announced that Jaydon Dureau, a forward assigned from the Syracuse Crunch by the Tampa Bay Lightning, would be bringing his skills to the Solar Bears. Dureau, 23, has recorded one goal and one assist in 10 games with the Crunch this season. […]

PHOTOS: Syracuse Crunch vs. Rocket Laval – 10/19/2024

LAVAL, QC – The Laval Rocket and the Syracuse Crunch faced off Saturday afternoon, at the Place Bell Arena. The Laval Rocket took a 1-0 victory, on a goal from Owen Beck. Check out this photo gallery from Inside The Rink’s Élisa Ouellet for highlights from the game.

PHOTOS: (Preseason) Rochester Americans vs. Syracuse Crunch – 10/06/2024

SYRACUSE, N.Y. – The Syracuse Crunch and Rochester Americans reunited for the first time on Sunday since the Calder Cup Playoffs. The preseason showdown was nothing short of a great game, with the Rochester Americans starting off strong in the first period and scoring four goals. Two of those goals were scored just 30 seconds […]

Vladislav Namestnikov of the Winnipeg Jets

Player Profile: Vladislav Namestnikov

Vladislav Namestnikov was born on November 22nd, 1992 in Voskresensk, Russia. He is a versatile forward who primarily plays centre. The left-shot centre is listed as 6-foot tall and weighs 181 pounds. Namestnikov is best known for being a depth forward throughout his 13-year professional hockey career. Namestnikov has played for the Tampa Bay Lightning, […]

ECHL: Reading Royals: Former Adirondack Goaltender Signs With The Royals

On August 16th, 2024, the Reading Royals announced they have signed former Adirondack Thunder Goaltender Vinnie Purpura. On July 31st, 2024, it was announced that the Royals acquired Purpura’s rights from Adirondack, along with Right Winger Travis Broughman for Tag Bertuzzi. The Lemont, IL native is 25 years old and entering his second professional season. […]

ECHL: Ryan Bednard To Play Overseas Next Season

Greenville, S.C. — As players from the ECHL are making moves, a lot of former ones are signing with teams in Europe. Recently, several Swamp Rabbits players from last season have been signing with teams across Europe. The more recent one was Ethan Somoza, who announced that he would play in Hungary next season. However, […]