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Amanda Abromson Named Head Coach of Braintree High Girls Hockey

Former Braintree High star Amanda Abromson, the program’s all‑time leading scorer with 111 career points, has been appointed head coach of the girls ice hockey team, bringing a blend of playing pedigree, coaching experience and a proven track record of rapid team improvement.

Jun 24, 2026

Blackhawks Pull Off Blockbuster Deal for Bowen Byram

Chicago acquires the Stanley Cup‑winning defenseman Bowen Byram, surrendering top draft picks and a veteran blueliner, while Buffalo walks away with a fresh infusion of talent and future assets.

Jun 24, 2026

Gavin McKenna Poised to Become NHL’s No. 1 Pick

Projected as the top pick in the upcoming NHL draft, Gavin McKenna’s journey from the Western Hockey League to Penn State highlights his adaptability, work ethic, and the growing impact of CHL players in college hockey.

Jun 24, 2026

Five Years of Learn to Skate Empowers Refugee Children in Seattle

The fifth year of a 32‑week Learn To Skate program, run by the Refugee Women’s Alliance and the Kraken’s One Roof Foundation, concluded with a skating and hockey performance that highlighted the program’s impact on confidence and social integration for low‑income, refugee and immigrant families.

Jun 24, 2026

NCAA Approves Age‑Based Eligibility Rule After Hockey Lobbying

The NCAA’s Division I Cabinet has adopted a new eligibility framework that starts a five‑year clock at enrollment or age 19, allowing 20‑year‑old athletes to retain four years of competition. The change, championed by college hockey and supported by basketball and soccer, will apply across all sports while keeping the overall impact on hockey modest.

Jun 24, 2026

Predators Foundation Boosts Youth for Christ Programs in Nashville

The Nashville Predators Foundation partnered with Nashville Youth for Christ to deliver a $2,800 grant that supports monthly craft activities at Share Success Suppers and a tie‑dye workshop at the Walnut Youth Academy, fostering connections and mentorship among local youth.

Jun 24, 2026

Victor Plante Eyes NHL Draft Spot Amid Family Hockey Legacy

Victor Plante, the youngest of the Plante brothers, is set to be drafted this weekend in Buffalo. With a promise to join his brothers Max and Zam at the University of Minnesota-Duluth, the family’s hockey lineage — anchored by father Derek’s memorable 1997 overtime heroics — adds a compelling storyline to the upcoming draft.

Jun 23, 2026

Fox Cities Forge Set to Debut in September

The newly formed Fox Cities Forge will begin its inaugural NA3HL season in Appleton this September, guided by veteran owners Jeff Lindemann and Mark Mazzoleni.

Jun 23, 2026