
Baton Rouge Welcomes New Professional Hockey Team Amid Zydeco Collapse
A new franchise will debut in Baton Rouge this fall, backed by a quartet of owners and a three‑year lease with the Raising Cane’s River Center.
Jun 3, 2026
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A new franchise will debut in Baton Rouge this fall, backed by a quartet of owners and a three‑year lease with the Raising Cane’s River Center.

The franchise that returned to Baton Rouge in 2023 after a three‑year contract is now under new management, with plans for a rebrand, upgraded arena facilities and priority ticket renewal for former Zydeco season‑ticket holders.