NHL Affiliate Map: What Anaheim Ducks Fans Need To Know

The Anaheim Ducks' player-development system extends beyond the NHL roster, with prospects developing throughout the AHL and ECHL before earning opportunities in Anaheim.

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NHL Affiliate Map: What Boston Bruins Fans Need To Know

The Boston Bruins' development system stretches beyond the NHL roster, with prospects gaining experience in the AHL and ECHL before earning opportunities in Boston.

2d ago

NHL Affiliate Map: What Buffalo Sabres Fans Need To Know

The Buffalo Sabres' development system extends beyond the NHL roster, with prospects gaining experience in the AHL and ECHL before earning opportunities in Buffalo.

2d ago

When Does The ECHL Season Start? And Why Hockey Fans Should Watch

The ECHL season marks the beginning of another year of professional hockey across North America, bringing together NHL prospects, veteran players and passionate fan bases in markets throughout the United States and Canada.

Sep 15

Former NHLer Alexander Burmistrov Signs With ECHL's Cincinnati Cyclones After Long KHL Run

Former NHLer Alexander Burmistrov, who was the No. 8 overall pick in the 2010 NHL Draft, has agreed to an ECHL deal with the Cincinnati Cyclones. Burmistrov is 34 years old and will be playing in North America for the first time since playing for the Vancouver Canucks in 2017-18.

Aug 21

Wheeling Nailers Affiliate With Columbus Blue Jackets After Pittsburgh Penguins Split

The Wheeling Nailers did not have to wait long for a new NHL affiliate. After the Pittsburgh Penguins announced that they were ending one of the longest affiliations in professional hockey, ending a 29-year relationship, Wheeling has entered into a new partnership with the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Aug 6

Fort Wayne Komets Add Former NHLer Simon Després Ahead Of 75th Anniversary Season

The Fort Wayne Komets will be celebrating 75 years of professional during the 2026-27 season and it’s pretty clear they’d like to celebrate with a bang. The K’s made a big announcement Tuesday of some key signings for their upcoming season under Ben Boudreau, who returned to the club as its head coach after departing in 2023.

Aug 4

Vancouver Canucks NHL Draft 2026 Picks, Mock Draft, Outlook

The Vancouver Canucks (25-49-8) enter the 2026 NHL Draft with two first-round picks and a chance to reshape the organization after finishing with the fewest points in the Western Conference.

Jun 25

Chicago Blackhawks NHL Draft 2026 Picks, Outlook

The Chicago Blackhawks (29-39-14) enter the 2026 NHL Draft with another premium selection as the organization continues building around one of the NHL’s youngest cores. Chicago finished near the bottom of the Western Conference standings during the 2025-26 season, positioning the franchise for another top-five pick after several years focused heavily on rebuilding through the draft.

Jun 25

Calgary Flames NHL Draft 2026 Picks, Mock Draft

The Calgary Flames (34-39-9) enter the 2026 NHL Draft with two first-round selections after missing the Stanley Cup Playoffs during the 2025-26 season.

Jun 25

Seattle Kraken NHL Draft 2026 Picks, Mock Draft

The Seattle Kraken enter the 2026 NHL Draft with two first-round picks and another major opportunity to add to one of the NHL’s younger prospect groups.

Jun 25

Winnipeg Jets NHL Draft 2026 Picks, Mock Draft Outlook

The Winnipeg Jets (35-35-12) enter the 2026 NHL Draft after missing the Stanley Cup Playoffs and finishing seventh in the Central Division.

Jun 25

Augusta Lynx Name Returns For New ECHL Team Owned By Tim Tebow

The Augusta Lynx are back. While they might be a new franchise under new ownership, a beloved team name has reemerged as hockey returns to Augusta, Ga.

May 27

Which Teams Made The ECHL Kelly Cup Playoffs In 2026?

After the long road of the regular season, 16 teams remain in the hunt for the coveted Kelly Cup in the ECHL. The playoff field has been set and after running through the gauntlet of 72 games, the path only gets harder from here.

Apr 20

Iowa Heartlanders Announce Suspension Of Operations For 2026-27 ECHL Season

It was announced Monday that the Iowa Heartlanders, ECHL affiliate of the Minnesota Wild, will voluntarily suspend operations for the 2026-27 season. The club is in the midst of its fifth season in the ECHL. The decision to go on voluntary suspension was approved by the league’s board of governors.

Mar 9