
Ontario Reign Eye Calder Cup Run in 2026‑27 AHL Season
The Ontario Reign finished atop the Pacific Division with a 47‑20‑3‑2 record before a playoff exit, but a strengthened lineup and intact coaching staff set the stage for a Calder Cup pursuit.
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The Ontario Reign finished atop the Pacific Division with a 47‑20‑3‑2 record before a playoff exit, but a strengthened lineup and intact coaching staff set the stage for a Calder Cup pursuit.

The University of Minnesota Duluth announced that head coach Scott Sandelin will remain through the 2029-30 season, continuing a legacy that includes three NCAA championships, a strong academic record, and a pipeline to the NHL.

Veteran coach Scott Sandelin commits to the University of Minnesota‑Duluth through 2029‑30, while sophomore Max Plante returns after winning the 2026 Hobey Baker Award and joins his brothers Zam and Victor, alongside new signings Barrett Hall and Carl Axelsson.
The NCAA's new five‑year eligibility rule has minimal impact on the University of Minnesota Duluth's recruiting strategy, but it brings clarity for student‑athletes and signals roster changes ahead.

The Los Angeles Kings used the first day of free agency to lock in offensive veterans like Mats Zuccarello and Corey Perry, reinforce the blue line with Erik Gustafsson and Scott Perunovich, and retain Scott Laughton, all while preserving flexibility for future moves.

Top contracts and player movements signal how AHL clubs are positioning themselves for competitive depth in the coming season

The Los Angeles Kings announced a series of contracts that could reshape their blue line and forward corps heading into the 2026‑27 season.

The Kings have inked Scott Perunovich to a one‑year, two‑way contract worth $850,000 annually through the 2026‑27 season, adding depth and veteran savvy to their blue line.

Sophomore forward Max Plante earns the 2026 Jim Johannson award, joins an elite list of UMD players, and prepares for international play with the U.S. national team.

Max Plante's latest honor adds to a season of record‑breaking performances, highlighting his blend of talent, family tradition, and team‑first mentality.

Max Plante, a sophomore forward for the University of Minnesota Duluth, has been named the 2026 USA Hockey Jim Johannson College Player of the Year, adding to a haul of accolades that includes the Hobey Baker Award and several conference honors. His historic season not only marks the fifth Bulldog to win the award but also links his achievement to a family tradition that dates back to 1992‑93.