Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Mike Leone across Hockey.
After 17 years in the Buffalo Sabres system, Nathan Paetsch moves to the United States Hockey League’s Youngstown Phantoms, bringing a championship pedigree and deep local ties to a new coaching challenge.
The Buffalo Sabres' 2022 draft strategy, anchored by director Jerry Forton, unearthed a hidden gem in Noah Östlund, a player whose intangible skills have begun to redefine the franchise's trajectory.
After guiding the Wheeling Nailers to a North Division title, Ryan Papaioannou is appointed head coach of the Abbotsford Canucks, bringing a decade‑plus record of championships and coaching accolades to the AHL franchise.
Nick Bootland, a 47‑year‑old veteran of minor league hockey, has been appointed head coach of the Cleveland Monsters, bringing a decade‑plus track record of playoff success and a deep‑rooted connection to the AHL.
The Toronto Marlies' 2026 Calder Cup victory marks the 35th straight season the ECHL has been represented on the AHL champion, highlighting a century‑long talent pipeline.