
Ben Wozney Returns to North America with Rapid City Rush
Ben Wozney, a 25‑year‑old defenseman and Bowling Green alumnus, has signed with the Rapid City Rush for the 2026‑27 season after a top‑scoring stint in France.
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Ben Wozney, a 25‑year‑old defenseman and Bowling Green alumnus, has signed with the Rapid City Rush for the 2026‑27 season after a top‑scoring stint in France.

Rapid City Rush adds defenseman Ben Wozney, 25, who spent last season as Nantes' top-scoring blue‑liner in France's Division 1, bringing collegiate experience and international exposure to the team.

Two Michigan-born defensemen, Hunter and Henry Brzustewicz, navigate divergent career trajectories while sharing a deep familial bond and the prospect of an NHL clash.

The latest edition of the Columbus Blue Jackets' Sunday Recap outlines key developments from the past week, including the emergence of Russian prospect Anton Chinakhov, trade activity involving veterans and prospects, and the team's new ECHL affiliation.

After a season spent mostly in the AHL and brief NHL appearances, veteran blueliner Daniil Miromanov has agreed to a two‑year contract with SKA St. Petersburg, aiming to revive his career in the Kontinental Hockey League.

Defenseman Jake Ratzlaff returns to the Rapid City Rush, bringing his +13 rating and collegiate pedigree to the 2026‑27 campaign.

After a strong first season with the Rush, Jake Ratzlaff is set to re‑join the team for the 2026‑27 ECHL campaign, bringing a blend of defensive reliability and offensive upside.

The Firebirds have unveiled a detailed schedule for their fifth season, featuring home openers, road trips, and a lineup of fan‑centric events designed to honor past achievements and create new memories.

After a dismal 2025‑26 campaign that left the Wranglers at the foot of the Western Conference, the organization is banking on new signings, prospect breakthroughs and a cultural shift to mount a playoff push.

After early disappointments in Canadian U18 programs, 18‑year‑old defenseman Chase Harrington has surged into the conversation for Canada’s World Juniors roster, highlighted by back‑to‑back 50‑point seasons, a 28‑goal campaign and a 36th‑overall NHL draft selection.

The Rush announced the addition of forward Ryan Mahshie, a 27‑year‑old who spent last season with the Wheeling Nailers and brings collegiate experience under former Rush coach Dave Smith.

Martin St-Louis' journey from being bought out by the Calgary Flames to leading the Montreal Canadiens to the Eastern Conference Final showcases a career rich in accolades and coaching evolution.

Ryan Mahshie, a 27‑year‑old forward with extensive ECHL experience, has signed with the Rapid City Rush for the 2026‑27 season, bringing veteran depth after a trade that also brought Eric Parker and Cole Tymkin to the club.

The ECHL’s Rapid City Rush announced the re‑signing of forward Seth Fyten, who posted 18 points last season and aims to build on his late‑season surge.

The Wild must answer pressing questions about their top line, power play and goaltending as they prepare for a compressed opening stretch.

The Rush announced the return of forward Seth Fyten, who posted 18 points last season and aims to build on a strong finish as the club eyes a deeper playoff run.

Despite a rebuilding phase, the Calgary Flames have amassed the financial flexibility and assets that could theoretically allow a move for Connor McDavid, though significant hurdles remain.

The Philadelphia Flyers are reshaping their front office and coaching staff, eyeing a 2027 Draft bid while preparing for arbitration hearings with key players.

Defenseman Quinn Hughes balances personal moments with professional ambitions as the Minnesota Wild reshape their lineup and aim for a fresh start.

The 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase in Windsor, Ontario, will feature Calgary Flames prospects Cullen Potter, Jack Hextall, Ethan Wyttenbach and Mace’o Phillips, each bringing notable junior achievements.

Jordan Oesterle, a stalwart on the blue line who represented the United States at the 2018 World Championships, announced his retirement on Monday, closing a chapter that included two‑year contracts with the Boston Bruins and a recent run with the Admirals.

The veteran blue‑liner concludes a twelve‑year professional journey that included stints with the Blackhawks, Coyotes, Red Wings, Flames, Bruins and Predators, leaving behind a legacy of versatility and reliability.

Former Detroit Red Wings defenseman Nick Oesterle has hung up his skates after 409 NHL games, reflecting on a career that spanned seven franchises and culminated in playoff success.

Montreal’s management is reportedly targeting Calgary’s Zach Whitecloud to strengthen the right side of their blue line, a move that could reshape the team’s defensive depth ahead of the upcoming season.