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Flames sign Nylander to one-year deal
The Calgary Flames have signed forward Alex Nylander to a one-year, two-way contract.
Phantoms-Penguins preseason game canceled
Due to a mechanical issue at the arena, the American Hockey League preseason contest between the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins and Lehigh Valley Phantoms scheduled for tonight, Friday, Sept. 25, has been canceled.
Alriksson aims to build his game
Growing has been easy for Vilmer Alriksson to this point in his life, and he feels confident about evolving his game in his second season with the Abbotsford Canucks.
15 dates to circle on your 2026-27 AHL calendar
Start circling dates. Camps are open, and the AHL’s regular season gets underway October 2 — the earliest start date since 2009. Among the highlights on the 1,152-game slate are a new (old) city, a banner raising, long-standing rivalries and some new inter-conference clashes.
Wolf Pack to retire Smyth’s number 11
The Hartford Wolf Pack have announced that Brad Smyth will have his number 11 retired in an on-ice ceremony prior to the club’s game on Mar. 6, 2027, against the Syracuse Crunch.
At full speed: AHL officials prep for the season
The American Hockey League regular season kicks off Oct. 2. Of course, the players must be in great shape, and so does the officiating crew that has to keep up with them. The AHL Officials' Training Camp in Rochester hosted more than 90 AHL referees, linespeople and coaches from across the country last week.
Family-focused Empey acting as mentor at Moose camp
There are plenty of new faces currently at Moose training camp. So it helps to have returning players who are familiar with the city, coaches, and organization those new skaters can look to.
Carbery lauds Bears organization in return to Hershey
Washington Capitals coach Spencer Carbery knows a thing or two about winning in Hershey. The former Bears coach was back at Giant Center on Monday, leading his Capitals to a 5-2 preseason victory over the Philadelphia Flyers.
Wolves pledge $3 million in charitable donations
The Chicago Wolves will donate a combined $3 million to charities during the 2026-27 American Hockey League season to be distributed among food pantries, animal shelters, and organizations helping first responders, military personnel, people with mental health issues, and many more.
AHL announces addition to hockey operations staff
Keriann Danahy has been hired as the American Hockey League’s Coordinator, Hockey Administration.
Wolf Pack playing prominently in Rangers’ revamp
An offseason of changes will soon be put to the test for both the New York Rangers and the Hartford Wolf Pack.
Duke pushing for more NHL time
Dylan Duke was one of the American Hockey League’s premier goal scorers a season ago. The 23-year-old forward is now one of many players pushing for more time with the Tampa Bay Lightning in 2026-27.
Board approves expanded video review for 2026-27
The AHL Board of Governors has approved a series of changes to AHL Rule 37 (Video Review) and AHL Rule 38 (Coach’s Challenge), to take effect with the upcoming 2026-27 season.
Players signed to professional tryouts for NHL training camps
Unsigned veteran players can earn a contract with an NHL team by impressing enough during training camp on a professional tryout contract (PTO).
AHL season starts October 2
When does the 2026-27 AHL season start? Get the opening date, key storylines and why hockey fans should watch the AHL this season.
Raddysh’s NHL breakthrough a lesson in perseverance
Traffic permitting, it’s a 45-minute drive to Scotiabank Arena from Darren Raddysh’s hometown of Caledon, Ont. But the road back home has felt a lot longer than that.
Marlies’ Crocker named voice of the Maple Leafs
Longtime Toronto Marlies broadcast play-by-play personality Todd Crocker has been named the new radio play-by-play voice of the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Amerks sign Bordeleau, Boyko
The Rochester Americans have signed forward Thomas Bordeleau and goaltender Talyn Boyko to one-year American Hockey League contracts.
Locmelis’ road back: ‘I just want to play some hockey’
For the first time in his life, Dans Locmelis had space away from hockey. He was coming off an eye-catching showing at the Olympics with Latvia. He had posted 28 points through 42 games in the AHL with Providence. And then, he was forced to stop.
Protas eager to seize ‘big chance’
Last year’s AHL Rookie of the Year Ilya Protas sees a “big chance” ahead of him with the Washington Capitals and can’t help feeling a combination of excitement and nerves.
Rectifi named title sponsor of 2027 AHL All-Star Classic
The Cleveland Monsters have announced a multi-year partnership with Rectifi, naming the personal-injury platform the team’s season presenter for 2026-27 as well as the presenting partner of the 2027 AHL All-Star Classic.
Samanski, Howard poised to make impact at Oilers camp
Isaac Howard and Josh Samanski want to make the most of the opportunity presented to them at Edmonton Oilers training camp. Injuries have opened the door for the two young forwards, and each feels he is ready to take the next step.
Ingram announces retirement
Two-time AHL All-Star goaltender Connor Ingram announced his retirement in an Instagram post on Friday.
Canucks’ Mynio heads to camp with more maturity
Coming off being named the Abbotsford Canucks’ rookie of the year in 2025-26, defenseman Sawyer Mynio is excited for the fall and the next phase of his hockey career.
Lightning sign Lind to tryout
The Tampa Bay Lightning have signed forward Kole Lind to a professional tryout agreement.