Swamp Rabbits Ink Forward Chaz Smedsrud for 2026‑27 Season
The Greenville Swamp Rabbits have signed third‑year forward Chaz Smedsrud, reuniting him with Head Coach Chad Costello and adding depth to their offensive lineup.
Aug 28, 2026
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Russian Forward Timofei Khokhlachev Joins Rapid City Rush Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
Timofei Khokhlachev, a Moscow‑born forward with a decade of North American hockey experience, has signed a contract with the Rapid City Rush for the upcoming 2026‑27 season.
Aug 25, 2026
Will Portokalis Re‑signs with Rapid City Rush for 2026‑27 Season
Rapid City Rush has secured forward Will Portokalis through the 2026‑27 season, adding depth and experience to a roster bolstered by a Calgary Flames affiliation.
Aug 23, 2026
Rapid City and Nikko Celebrate 30 Years of Sister‑City Friendship Through Culture and Hockey
Rapid City, South Dakota, and Nikko, Japan, marked the 30th anniversary of their sister‑city relationship with a cultural exchange that blended language study, family living, and a unique hockey jersey exchange between local teams.
Aug 17, 2026
Rush Signs Rookie Forward Deagan McMillan for 2026‑27 Season
The Rapid City Rush announced the signing of forward Deagan McMillan, a five‑year junior veteran who captained the Vernon Vipers and posted 21 goals and 42 points last season.
Aug 14, 2026
Rookie Forward Deagan McMillan Commits to Rapid City Rush for 2026‑27 Season
The Rapid City Rush have signed forward Deagan McMillan, a five‑year junior veteran, to a contract that will begin his professional career in the 2026‑27 season.
Aug 13, 2026
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.
Aug 12, 2026
Ben Wozney Returns to U.S. Professional Hockey with Rapid City Rush
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.
Aug 11, 2026
Brady Keeper Joins Idaho Steelheads for 2026‑27 Season
The Idaho Steelheads announced the addition of defenseman Brady Keeper, a 30‑year‑old who has logged time in the NHL, AHL and ECHL, ahead of the team’s season opener against New Mexico and the Allen Americans.
Aug 9, 2026
Brady Keeper Commits to Idaho Steelheads
Brady Keeper signs with the Idaho Steelheads for the 2026‑27 season, bringing AHL experience and NHL playoff exposure to the ECHL affiliate of the Dallas Stars.
Aug 8, 2026
Jake Ratzlaff Re‑commits to Rapid City Rush for 2026‑27 Season
Defenseman Jake Ratzlaff returns to the Rapid City Rush, bringing his +13 rating and collegiate pedigree to the 2026‑27 campaign.
Aug 5, 2026
Jake Ratzlaff Returns to Rapid City Rush for 2026‑27 Season
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.
Aug 4, 2026
Briley Wood Signs with New Mexico Goatheads for 2026‑27 Season
The New Mexico Goatheads have added forward Briley Wood to their roster, securing a contract that runs through the 2026‑27 season. Wood arrives after a breakout year with the Utah Grizzlies and a solid stint with the Rapid City Rush, bringing a blend of scoring and leadership to the team.
Aug 4, 2026
Ryan Mahshie Signs with Rapid City Rush for 2026‑27 Season
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.
Aug 1, 2026
Ryan Mahshie Joins Rapid City Rush for 2026-27 Season
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.
Jul 31, 2026
Seth Fyten Re‑commits to Rapid City Rush for 2026‑27 Season
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.
Jul 30, 2026
Seth Fyten Re‑signs with Rapid City Rush Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
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.
Jul 29, 2026
Trevor Janicke Commits to Greenville Swamp Rabbits for 2026‑27 Season
Veteran forward Trevor Janicke has signed a contract with the Greenville Swamp Rabbits, joining a roster shaped by Head Coach Chad Costello and a lineage of Janicke talent that stretches from college arenas to the NHL draft.
Jul 25, 2026
Blake Bennett Returns to Greenville, Eyes 100th Goal Milestone
After stints in the ECHL, Denmark and Germany, Blake Bennett is back with the Greenville Swamp Rabbits, where he hopes to reach his 100th career goal while reuniting with longtime coach Chad Costello.
Jul 25, 2026
Blake Bennett Returns to Greenville Swamp Rabbits for 2026‑27 Season
The Greenville Swamp Rabbits have announced the signing of forward Blake Bennett, a player whose career spans North America and Europe and who is poised to reach a century of professional goals.
Jul 24, 2026
Tahoe Knight Monsters Ink Defenseman Chase Pauls Ahead of New Season
The ECHL’s Tahoe Knight Monsters have added veteran defenseman Chase Pauls, who spent the last season with the Rapid City Rush and Calgary Wranglers, to bolster their defensive corps.
Jul 24, 2026
Cole Tymkin Re-signs with Rapid City Rush for 2026-27 Season
Forward Cole Tymkin returns to the Rapid City Rush for the 2026‑27 campaign after a trade acquisition and a productive stint with the team.
Jul 23, 2026
Logan Nelson Returns to Rapid City Rush for 2026‑27 Season
Logan Nelson, the ECHL-era leader in points and assists for the Rapid City Rush, has re‑signed with the club for the 2026‑27 campaign, aiming to join the league's exclusive 500‑point club.
Jul 8, 2026
Blackhawks Ink Boucher and Mylymok to One-Year, Two-Way Deals
The Chicago Blackhawks have committed to two forwards, Dillon Boucher and Connor Mylymok, with one-year, two-way contracts, aiming to bolster their American Hockey League options.
Jul 2, 2026