Norfolk, Va. – The Norfolk Admirals, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League’s Winnipeg Jets and American Hockey League’s Manitoba Moose, announced they have signed defenseman Nathan Kelly and forward German Yavash to contracts for the 2024-25 season. Kelly, 23, joins the Admirals … Continue reading
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Byron de Rose joins ECHL as Manager of Hockey Administration
The ECHL announced on Wednesday that it has hired Byron de Rose as Manager of Hockey Administration. He will begin his new role immediately. De Rose will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of the ECHL Hockey Operations Department including … Continue reading
Hutchison rejoins Nailers
WHEELING, W.Va. – The Wheeling Nailers, ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins, announced that they have signed forward Nick Hutchison to a contract for the 2024-25 season. Hutchison, 29, will be a Nailer for the second time in his career, … Continue reading
Preseason ECHL Board of Governors Meeting recap
The Preseason ECHL Board of Governors Meeting was held last week in Phoenix in preparation for the 2024-25 Season. The following items were approved by the Board. 3-Day Injured Reserve A 3-Day Injured Reserve spot has been added, in addition … Continue reading
Bent returns to Solar Bears
ORLANDO, Fla. – The Orlando Solar Bears, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League’s Tampa Bay Lightning, announced forward Kelly Bent has agreed to terms on a contract, re-signing for the 2024-25 season. Bent, 29, returns for his second season … Continue reading
Oilers re-sign McKee
TULSA, Okla. —The Tulsa Oilers, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League’s Anaheim Ducks and the American Hockey League’s San Diego Gulls, announced the return of veteran defenseman Mike McKee for the 2024-25 season. McKee enters his eighth season with the … Continue reading