
Stephen Calisti Joins Atlanta Gladiators Ahead of 2026‑27 ECHL Season
The Atlanta Gladiators have signed defenseman Stephen Calisti, a 27‑year‑old who brings collegiate leadership and ECHL experience to the 2026‑27 roster.
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The Atlanta Gladiators have signed defenseman Stephen Calisti, a 27‑year‑old who brings collegiate leadership and ECHL experience to the 2026‑27 roster.

After a season away from the ECHL, Stephen Calisti has signed with the Atlanta Gladiators, bringing a blend of collegiate production and professional experience to the team's blue line.

The South Carolina Stingrays have signed forward Josh Prokop and defenseman Luke Prokop for the 2026‑27 ECHL campaign, reuniting the pair who last skated together in the Western Hockey League.

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The Atlanta Gladiators have signed brothers Joey and Anthony Cipollone for the 2026‑27 campaign, adding a blend of proven production and fresh talent to an affiliate roster linked with the Nashville Predators and Milwaukee Admirals.

The Atlanta Gladiators have signed brothers Joey and Anthony Cipollone, leveraging their proven collegiate success and professional readiness for the upcoming campaign.

A look at five prospects poised to make their AHL debuts in the 2026‑27 season.

Three overlooked unrestricted free agents — defenseman Nick Blankenburg, forward Pavol Regenda and goaltender Connor Ingram — could provide valuable depth for NHL teams seeking affordable talent.

Ryan Conroy has signed for the 2026‑27 ECHL season, bringing a blend of offensive skill and defensive reliability to Atlanta after a strong year that included 17 points and an alternate captaincy.

Evan Gold, a veteran of twelve years with the Boston Bruins, has been hired as an assistant general manager for the New York Islanders, where he will also lead the AHL affiliate Hamilton Hammers and oversee contract negotiations, salary‑cap strategy and scouting.

A legacy of NHL experience and collegiate success converges as the Cullen family announces its commitment to the University of Minnesota's hockey program, signaling a new era for the Gophers.

Sixteen‑year‑old forward Joey Cullen has pledged to the University of Minnesota’s Gophers, joining a dynasty that includes his father and brothers, and bringing a top‑ranked American talent to the program.

The veteran blue‑liner concluded his career with a final AHL stint in Finland, closing a chapter that included NHL appearances with eight franchises and an IIHF gold medal.

After ten seasons, 288 NHL games and stints across North America and Europe, Brad Hunt has hung up his skates, leaving behind a story of perseverance that transcends draft positions.

After 14 seasons and more than 700 professional games, Brad Hunt has hung up his skates, closing a career defined by persistence, offensive flair, and contributions across multiple leagues.

Brad Hunt, a 14‑year professional defenseman known for his offensive contributions across the AHL, NHL and Finland’s Liiga, announced his retirement after a career highlighted by a 2023 IIHF World Championship gold medal.

After eight years as assistant general manager and a stint leading the Providence Bruins, Evan Gold is set to move to the New York Islanders, prompting a series of promotions and new hires within the Bruins' management team.

At 19, Jack Ivankovic blends collegiate success, international experience, and leadership within the Nashville Predators development pipeline, aiming for an NHL debut in the coming years.

The Atlanta Gladiators have announced the signing of forward Kyle Pow, a seasoned player with extensive experience across multiple professional leagues, ahead of the upcoming 2026‑27 season.

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Tommy Novak has agreed to a three‑year, $13.95 million contract with the Pittsburgh Penguins, bringing his 42‑point production and playoff experience to a team eager to rebound.

The Pittsburgh Penguins have extended forward Tommy Novak through the 2029‑30 season, a move that reflects both his durability and the NHL’s rising salary trends.

The Pittsburgh Penguins have extended forward Tommy Novak’s contract for three years starting in the 2027‑28 season with an average annual value of $4.65 million. Novak, who was set to become an unrestricted free agent, has played five NHL seasons with Pittsburgh and Nashville, recording 42 points in 82 games during the 2025‑26 season and leading the team in games played.