Kidney returns to Cyclones
CINCINNATI, Ohio – The Cincinnati Cyclones, ECHL affiliate of the Toronto Maple Leafs, announced that forward Liam Kidney has signed with the team ahead of the 2026-27 season. With his signing, Kidney will play in his first full professional season with the Cyclones. Kidney, 25, appeared in 19 games with Cincinnati last season after the conclusion of his collegiate career at Acadia University. At the end of his initial stint with the Cyclones, Kidney recorded eight points (4g-4a) to conclude the 2025-26 campaign. Kidney recorded his first professional goal on March 21, 2026 against the Fort Wayne Komets and finished … Continue reading
ce Flyers Re-Sign Forward Andrew Kurapov for 2026-27 Season
PENSACOLA, FLA — The Pensacola Ice Flyers announced today that the team has re-signed forward Andrew Kurapov for the 2026–27 season. Kurapov returns to Pensacola after making an impact during the 2025–26 campaign, recording four points on three goals and one assist in six regular-season games with the Ice Flyers. The right-shot forward also added two points on one goal and one assist in three postseason appearances, providing an offensive spark after joining the team late in the season. “Andrew is a player who brings a lot of versatility to our lineup,” said Head Coach Jeremy Gates. “He has the … Continue reading
Nilsson joins Goatheads
RIO RANCHO, N.M. – The New Mexico Goatheads, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League’s Colorado Avalanche and American Hockey League’s Colorado Eagles, announced that the team has signed defenseman Edvin Nilsson to a contract for the 2026-27 season. Nilsson joins New Mexico following a career-best season in the British Columbia Hockey League, recording 43 points (7g-36a) in 54 games between the Vernon Vipers and Chilliwack Chiefs. The 20-year-old began the 2025-26 season with Vernon, serving as an alternate captain and recording 22 points (3g-19a) in 34 games. Nilsson was acquired by Chilliwack during the season and went on to … Continue reading
Demsey agrees to terms with Icemen
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville Icemen, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League’s Minnesota Wild and the American Hockey League’s Iowa Wild, announced that the team has agreed to terms with defenseman Zane Demsey for the 2026-27 season. Demsey, 24, will make his professional debut with the Icemen this season after four years of college hockey. He played at Miami University for three seasons before transferring to Northern Michigan University for his senior season. In 110 collegiate games, Demsey garnered 11 points (2g-9a) to go along with his 112 penalty minutes. The native of Harrison Township, Michigan played junior hockey … Continue reading
Hartman inks deal with Nailers
WHEELING, W.Va. – The Wheeling Nailers announced the team has signed forward Tanner Hartman to a contract for the 2026-27 season. Hartman, 24, is ready to begin his professional career, following four years of college hockey. He played his first two seasons at Hobart College, where he enjoyed tremendous success both individually and with the team. The Statesmen won back-to-back NCAA National Championships in 2022-23 and 2023-24. Hartman was named to the NEHC All-Rookie Team, thanks to 19 points in 29 games as a freshman. As a sophomore, he racked up 45 points (20g-25a) in 31 games, and was named … Continue reading
Adirondack brings back Harper
GLENS FALLS, N.Y. – The Adirondack Thunder, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League’s New Jersey Devils and American Hockey League’s Utica Comets, announced that the club has signed veteran forward Shane Harper to a contract for the 2026-27 season. Harper, 37, played three games with the Thunder last season with two assists, as well as a game-winning goal against Wheeling on Dec. 13. Harper recorded 56 points (19g-37a) during the 2023-24 season and helped lead the Thunder to the Eastern Conference Finals with 15 points (6g-9a) in 18 playoff games. The Valencia, California native set a club record during … Continue reading
