Manning returns to Grizzlies

West Valley City, Utah – The Utah Grizzlies have signed forward Luke Manning for the 2024-25 season.Action photo of Luke Manning of the Utah Grizzlies

Manning made his professional debut with the Grizzlies on March 16, 2024 vs Norfolk. He went on to record eight points (2g-6a) in 14 games with Utah.

Manning started his college career at the Air Force Academy and played in 35 games during the 2019-20 season, scoring 12 points (8g-4a). He transferred to the University of St. Thomas, where he tallied 45 points (24g-21a) in 117 games from 2020-24 and was twice named to the CCHA All-Academic Team.

Prior to his college days he played with the North American Hockey League’s Minot Minotauros and the United States Hockey League’s Des Moines Buccaneers.