The Fort Wayne Komets announced Tuesday that they have secured forward Drake Rymsha and rookie forward Josh Davies for the upcoming 2026‑27 campaign, a move that bolsters the club’s depth ahead of a competitive schedule.
A fresh infusion of talent
Rymsha, a 27‑year‑old forward who previously wore a Komets jersey in three separate spells, returns after stints in Europe and a brief call‑up to the Los Angeles Kings of the NHL. In his most recent North American season, he posted 18 points in 11 games for Fort Wayne during 2021‑22, following a 58‑point campaign the year before. Across his career he has accumulated 17 points in 24 games with Ontario of the American Hockey League, underscoring his ability to contribute offensively.
Joining him is 22‑year‑old Josh Davies, who arrives from the Milwaukee Admirals where he logged 15 games in the American Hockey League last season and amassed 359 penalty minutes over 204 Western Hockey League appearances. Davies will be making his debut with the Komets, adding a physical edge and depth to the forward lines.
The signings come as the Komets, a storied franchise based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, look to blend veteran savvy with youthful energy. The organization, which also includes partnerships with leagues such as the American Hockey League and the Ontario‑based American Hockey League, aims to remain a fixture in the community while competing for playoff contention.
Fans in Fort Wayne and across the hockey community are already marking their calendars, eager to see how the new roster will mesh on the ice. With the team’s home games set to light up the arena throughout the winter months, the club hopes the fresh talent will translate into a season worth remembering.