
Tanner Kelly Joins Jacksonville Icemen for 2026‑27 Season
A 24‑year‑old forward with championship pedigree and solid rookie numbers has signed with the Jacksonville Icemen, linking up with an NHL‑connected affiliate network.
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A 24‑year‑old forward with championship pedigree and solid rookie numbers has signed with the Jacksonville Icemen, linking up with an NHL‑connected affiliate network.

The Idaho Steelheads have announced the signing of forward Nick Portz, who returns after a strong rookie campaign that included a hat‑trick and 23 points in 54 games.

The Spokane Chiefs announced Parker Burgess as their new associate coach, highlighting his extensive experience across the USHL, NAHL and NCAA, plus his success in producing 13 NHL draft selections.

The upcoming season sees six fresh faces joining the Minnesota State Mankato hockey program, each bringing distinct achievements that could help the team defend its recent Mason Cup championship.
Bronze‑medalists Cole Reschny, Keaton Verhoeff and Carson Carels join a field of prospects in Windsor as the road to the World Junior Championship in Alberta takes its first decisive step.

A look at the new talent joining the Notre Dame Fighting Irish as they target a Big Ten championship in the 2026‑27 season.

The Charlotte Checkers have announced the addition of Riley Hughes and Phillip Tresca to their AHL roster, bringing a mix of professional experience and college talent to the franchise.

The Miami University hockey team is set to welcome a highly touted freshman class that could extend its recent resurgence. With a dramatic turnaround from a 3‑28‑3 record to 18‑16‑2, the program looks to leverage the backgrounds and potential contributions of nine incoming players.

The Blue Jackets have locked in Ryan Lomberg for two more seasons, adding a proven Cup winner and a hard‑hitting presence to their roster.

Seventeen-year-old Anthony Thomas-Maroon, son of Stanley Cup champion Pat Maroon, receives an invitation to the Tampa Bay Lightning development camp, where he will train under his father's guidance and aim to translate his USHL experience into a professional future.

The Tampa Bay Lightning's 2026 Development Camp opened on Monday, featuring player testing, skating work and a mix of drafted prospects and invitees, with veteran coaches providing mentorship ahead of a public 3‑on‑3 tournament.

The Columbus Blue Jackets have secured forward Jack Williams with a two‑year, two‑way contract through 2027‑28, rewarding his strong AHL performance and promising NHL development.

The 2026 NHL Draft saw Boston College produce six draftees, highlighted by Oscar Hemming’s 14th‑overall pick and impressive performances from Mutryn, Berzkalns, Murnieks, Henriquez and Cameron.

The Avalanche tied a franchise draft record by selecting nine players, spanning defense, forward and goaltender positions, each bringing distinct achievements and pathways to the professional ranks.

The first round of the 2026 NHL Draft featured Boston University alumni Caleb Malhotra and Tynan Lawrence, each joining NHL clubs with notable family connections and collegiate achievements.

Miami Hockey announced the addition of forward Chuck Blanchard, a West Hartford native who spent the past season with the Muskegon Lumberjacks of the USHL, bolstering the team’s depth ahead of the 2026‑27 campaign.

Branko Vukas, a defenseman from Dyer, Indiana, will join the Miami RedHawks for the 2026‑27 season after a standout career in the USHL and NAHL.

The Windsor Spitfires have secured forward Ty Bergeron, a highly touted prospect from Flat Rock, Michigan, adding depth and offensive firepower to their lineup.

Brent Solomon scored the opening goal for the Sioux Falls Stampede in the championship series, delivering a power‑play strike that put the team ahead. Carter Bear’s sudden‑death goal gave the Everett Silvertips a 1‑0 lead in their Memorial Cup debut. Both players highlighted a season of high offensive output for their respective clubs.

The Columbus Blue Jackets are evaluating free‑agent defensemen, reviewing recent player transactions, and scouting top prospects ahead of the NHL Draft in Buffalo.

University of Massachusetts announced the signing of defenseman Barrett Dexheimer, the first freshman addition for next season, highlighting his USHL achievements and state‑title pedigree.

Defenseman Barrett Dexheimer joins the University of Massachusetts hockey program, bringing USHL championship experience and a high school state title to the Minutemen.