Jake O’Brien Preps for NHL Debut with Seattle Kraken
Drafted eighth overall, Jake O’Brien is blending strength training, family‑instilled discipline and AHL opportunities to make his mark in professional hockey.
Aug 9, 2026
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Max McCormick Joins Green Bay Notre Dame Coaching Staff as Assistant Coach
Max McCormick, a former NHL player and Wisconsin Mr. Hockey, has taken an assistant coaching role with the Green Bay Notre Dame hockey program, aiming to guide the next generation of talent.
Aug 8, 2026
Coachella Valley Firebirds Announce 2026‑27 Season Schedule and Fan‑Focused Events
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.
Aug 4, 2026
Shannon Miller Takes the Helm of Switzerland’s Women’s Hockey Team Through 2029
After a distinguished college career and a high‑profile discrimination lawsuit, Shannon Miller is set to lead Switzerland's women's national hockey team on a four‑year contract, with longtime UMD teammate Lara Stalder poised to captain the side.
Jul 28, 2026
Correction to the Record: Who Really Started the Seattle Kraken’s Expansion Draft
The article acknowledges that goaltender Joey Daccord and forward Cale Fleury were part of the Kraken’s inaugural draft, details their current contracts, and examines how the group of ‘original Kraken’ players may soon change.
Jul 27, 2026
Top AHL Prospects Poised to Shake Up the NHL This Season
From defensive standouts to goaltending gems, the American Hockey League is delivering a fresh wave of talent ready to influence NHL rosters.
Jul 27, 2026
Scott Ford Joins Coachella Valley Firebirds as Assistant Coach
The Coachella Valley Firebirds have announced the hiring of Scott Ford, a seasoned coach with extensive NHL and AHL experience, to strengthen their coaching staff.
Jul 27, 2026
Scott Ford Joins Coachella Valley Firebirds as Assistant Coach
The Firebirds announce the hiring of Scott Ford, a seasoned coach with extensive NHL and AHL experience, ahead of their season‑opening matchup against the Ontario Reign.
Jul 27, 2026
AHL Affiliates Strengthen Coaching Roster with Proven Winners and Emerging Talent
Recent coaching appointments across the American Hockey League’s developmental clubs highlight a strategic shift toward blending championship pedigree with data‑driven insight, aiming to accelerate player growth and competitive readiness.
Jul 27, 2026
The enduring legacy of the number 67 in Tampa Bay
As the Lightning gear up for their 2026‑27 campaign, the number 67 resurfaces as a marker of journeys past and futures yet to unfold.
Jul 27, 2026
Michigan Hockey Alumni Shine Across Global Leagues in 2025‑26 Season
A look at how former University of Michigan players are performing abroad and in North American minor leagues, highlighting key statistical achievements and the growing international footprint of the program.
Jul 26, 2026
Former Michigan Wolverines Thrive in Minor Leagues and Overseas Arenas
From Texas to Sweden, former Michigan players are posting strong statistics and carving out successful careers outside the NHL, showcasing the breadth of talent that emerged from the university program.
Jul 26, 2026
Kraken’s Prospects Shine as Lynch Joins Diversity Push
The Seattle Kraken's AHL farm team is producing NHL‑ready players, while Shane Wright seeks a fresh start and Marshawn Lynch amplifies hockey’s reach through the Hockey Diversity Alliance.
Jul 26, 2026
Scott Ford Joins Firebirds Coaching Staff, Bringing Experience and Vision
Former Milwaukee Admirals captain Scott Ford, a 46‑year‑old veteran of North American pro hockey, has been appointed assistant coach of the AHL Coachella Valley Firebirds, where he will blend playing wisdom with a focus on communication and individualized development.
Jul 25, 2026
Firebirds Re‑Sign Stephens, Bickel Moves On
The Coachella Valley Firebirds announced the re‑signing of Mitchell Stephens to a two‑year deal through the 2027‑28 season, while longtime assistant coach Stu Bickel will head the Iowa Wild.
Jul 8, 2026
Kraken’s OHL Prospects Light Up the Pipeline
The Seattle Kraken are leveraging top OHL talent, from seventh‑overall draft picks to trade‑deadline additions, to build a robust pipeline that promises immediate impact.
Jul 7, 2026
Seattle Kraken’s Roster Shifts and the Road Ahead
Recent moves, departures, and new additions reveal a franchise in flux as it prepares for the upcoming season.
Jul 6, 2026
Kraken Tales: From Chants to Cross‑Sport Ambitions
A look at the chant for goalie Nikke Kokko, the Pikachu hat superstition of forward Mackie Samoskevich, the lacrosse‑hockey dual career of Finn Kearns, and filmmaker Jerry Bruckheimer’s investment in the franchise.
Jul 5, 2026
Kraken Lock In Roed, Avon and Shift Coaching Landscape
Seattle Kraken have re‑signed forwards Lleyton Roed and J.R. Avon to two‑way contracts for the 2026‑27 season, while assistant coach Stu Bickel departs the Coachella Valley Firebirds to lead the Iowa Wild. Meanwhile, the Florida Panthers’ trade of Mackie Samoskevich creates a chain reaction across the league.
Jul 1, 2026
Andrew Poturalski’s International Journey: From Coachella Valley Firebirds to Russia’s KHL
Andrew Poturalski, a former star of the Coachella Valley Firebirds, now plays for Avangard Omsk in the KHL while keeping the door open for a possible return to his California roots.
Jun 30, 2026
Stu Bickel Named Head Coach of the Iowa Wild
The Iowa Wild announced the hiring of Stu Bickel, a Minnesota native with extensive AHL and NHL experience, as its new head coach, bringing a proven track record of playoff success and player development.
Jun 29, 2026
Stu Bickel Takes the Helm of Iowa Wild
The Iowa Wild announced the hiring of Stu Bickel as head coach, highlighting his extensive playing and coaching background and his deep ties to Minnesota and Iowa.
Jun 29, 2026
Jason Robertson Rejects $120 Million Offer, Highlights Seattle Kraken’s rebuilding challenge
Top NHL scorer Jason Robertson declined a lucrative eight‑year deal from the Seattle Kraken, prompting the team to rethink its strategy ahead of the upcoming draft.
Jun 26, 2026
Firebirds’ Youth Movement Aims to Sustain AHL Momentum
The Coachella Valley Firebirds are poised for a reshaped roster as they blend promising rookies with veteran departures, setting the stage for the upcoming AHL season
Jun 25, 2026