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Agozzino named assistant coach in Tucson
The Utah Mammoth have hired Andrew Agozzino as an assistant coach with the Tucson Roadrunners, Utah’s American Hockey League affiliate.
Tracking free agency
The free agency period in the AHL and the National Hockey League began at noon ET on July 1. Here’s a look at some of the players on the move:
Gruden excited to begin work with Maple Leafs
After leading the Toronto Marlies to a Calder Cup, John Gruden is expected to work on improving the Maple Leafs’ defense as the NHL’s club new assistant coach.
Inside Bickel’s rise to Wild’s AHL coach
Stu Bickel had to grind his way into the NHL as a player, something which he hopes will make him relatable to his players as he begins his first head coaching post with the Iowa Wild.
AHL Hall of Famer Bourque named AGM of Marlies
The Toronto Marlies have announced additions to the club’s hockey operations and coaching staff ahead of the 2026-27 season, as Chris Bourque has been named assistant general manager and Denver Manderson and Greg Moore have been added as assistant coaches.
Robitaille returns to Bears as assistant coach
Louis Robitaille has been named an assistant coach for the Hershey Bears.
Agozzino announces retirement
Andrew Agozzino announced his retirement Tuesday in a post on his Instagram account.
Manson named head coach of Gulls
The Anaheim Ducks have named Dave Manson head coach of their American Hockey League affiliate, the San Diego Gulls.
Hammers’ McKee impresses leading Islanders development camp
Jay McKee, who was hired as the first head coach of the Hamilton Hammers, oversaw Islanders development camp last month and introduced prospects to the way the team intends to play.
Griffins sign ECHL MVP Crawford
The Grand Rapids Griffins have signed defenseman Marcus Crawford to an American Hockey League contract for the 2026-27 season.
Papaioannou named head coach of Canucks
Ryan Papaioannou has been hired as the new head coach of the Abbotsford Canucks.
Ahokas tapped as new head coach of Eagles
The Colorado Avalanche have hired Jussi Ahokas as head coach of their American Hockey League affiliate, the Colorado Eagles.
Comets a priority in plans for new Devils management
Change hit the New Jersey Devils this offseason, and the Utica Comets are feeling the effects.
Firebirds add Ford as assistant coach
The Coachella Valley Firebirds have added Scott Ford as an assistant coach.
Haviland joins Reign
The Ontario Reign added Mike Haviland as an assistant coach.
Crunch, Lightning announce four-year affiliation extension
The Tampa Bay Lightning and Syracuse Crunch have announced a four-year affiliation extension that will allow Tampa Bay's top prospects to continue to develop their talents in Syracuse through the 2029-30 season.
Changes aplenty behind AHL benches
As usual, American Hockey League head coaches are on the move this summer.
Jacob named head coach of Rocket
The Montreal Canadiens have announced the appointment of Daniel Jacob as head coach of the AHL’s Laval Rocket.
Danford readying for strong camp after getting taste of pros
To say the last few months have been a whirlwind for Ben Danford would be a massive understatement.
Bruins’ Mougenel joining Vancouver
Ryan Mougenel has been hired as an assistant coach with the Vancouver Canucks.
Sullivan has tough act to follow as he takes over Marlies bench
An assistant for two years with the Marlies before helping out the Leafs, Steve Sullivan replaces the promoted John Gruden to run the AHL champs.
AHL unveils 2026-27 schedule
The AHL has released the complete schedule of games for the 2026-27 regular season, the league’s 91st year of operation. The season, with 32 teams playing 72 games apiece – a total of 1,152 games – begins on Friday, October 2 and concludes on Sunday, April 11.
Sullivan returns to Marlies as head coach
The Toronto Maple Leafs have named Steve Sullivan head coach of the Toronto Marlies.
Hildeby readies for full-time NHL chance
The Tampa Bay Lightning front office didn’t enter this offseason with the intention of adding another goalie to the depth chart. But when Dennis Hildeby became available, they were quick to pull the trigger.
AHL names 2025-26 winners of excellence awards
The American Hockey League held its 2026 Awards Gala during the Board of Governors’ Annual Meeting at Hilton Head Island, S.C., on Wednesday evening, presenting several awards for excellence and service.