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The Rockford IceHogs have released their 2026‑27 regular‑season calendar, a 72‑game campaign that begins on October 3 and ends on April 10, featuring home weekend dates, seven Sunday matinees, holiday games and contests against new opponents and the Chicago Wolves.
The Rockford IceHogs have revealed the date, opponent and venue for their 2026‑27 home opener, highlighting a milestone season and a partnership with the Chicago Blackhawks.
The Chicago Blackhawks have signed goaltender Drew Commesso to a two‑year, $875,000 contract, a move that underscores his emergence after a strong AHL season and international appearances.
Veteran defenseman Jake Murray rejoins the Greenville Swamp Rabbits for the upcoming 2026‑27 ECHL campaign, bringing his experience and leadership after AHL stints and OHL roots.
Jake Murray, a seasoned defenseman from Oakville, Ontario, has signed a contract to remain with the Greenville Swamp Rabbits for the upcoming 2026‑27 ECHL campaign, bringing his experience and offensive contributions back to the roster.
The Chicago Blackhawks are betting on a fresh wave of talent that has spent the last few years honing their games in the Ontario Hockey League, blending scoring prowess with defensive reliability.
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.
The Los Angeles Kings announced a series of contracts that could reshape their blue line and forward corps heading into the 2026‑27 season.
Los Angeles has secured Erik Gustafsson for the upcoming season, a move that adds depth and experience to its blue line. The agreement reflects the team's confidence in the 34‑year‑old's ability to contribute both offensively and defensively.
Veteran netminder Laurent Brossoit inks a 2026‑27 contract with the Anaheim Ducks, adding depth and playoff pedigree after a season lost to injury and a strong AHL showing with the San Jose Barracuda.
Joe Pavelski, a 1,300‑game NHL veteran, has spoken with the Toronto Maple Leafs about a head‑coaching vacancy, while the Calgary Wranglers added John Dean to their staff and the Hershey Bears re‑signed forward Jalen Luypen.
The Chicago Blackhawks have released a six‑game schedule for their minor‑league affiliate, the Rockford IceHogs, while rookie Roman Kantserov is expected to play a key offensive role. Trade rumors swirl around Darnell Nurse, coaching changes loom for the Oilers, and draft predictions point to Carson Carels as a top prospect.
New York Islanders forward Simon Holmstrom is on the cusp of a breakout season, bolstered by his partnership with elite centers and a pending restricted‑free‑agent contract. Meanwhile, Reece Vitelli and Ryland Mosley are taking their talents to Sweden’s HockeyAllsvenskan, seeking new challenges abroad.