After undergoing notable changes in recent months, both the AHL and ECHL are about to begin their 2018-19 minor league hockey seasons. From changes in teams, to affiliations and more, there will be new elements within both circuits this coming year. We highlight those developments in our look at what’s new in the AHL and […]
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Design Board Reviews Hertz Arena Exterior Paint Job
At an Estero, FL Design Review Board meeting Wednesday, some officials called for changes to a proposed paint job to Hertz Arena’s exterior. (more…)
Wheeling Nailers Extend Affiliation with Pittsburgh Penguins
A longtime affiliation is continuing, as the Wheeling Nailers (ECHL) have announced a two-year extension with the NHL’s Pittsburgh Penguins and AHL’s Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins. (more…)
Brampton Beast Announce Ottawa/Belleville Affiliation
The Brampton Beast (ECHL) have announced a new affiliation with the NHL’s Ottawa Senators and AHL’s Belleville Senators for the 2018-19 season. (more…)
Hertz Pitching Hertz Arena Exterior Makeover
An elaborate paint job to the exterior of Estero, FL’s Hertz Arena is being pitched to reflect its new naming-rights deal, but the design is generating some push back. (more…)
New for 2018-19: Hertz Arena
The Florida Everblades (ECHL) and Hertz have announced a naming-rights agreement for the team’s home venue, which is now known as Hertz Arena. The agreement entails updating the facility’s interior and exterior with the Estero-based Hertz’s logo and other branded signage. (more…)
AHL and ECHl Affiliation Changes for 2018-19: An Overview
Leading up to their 2018-19 seasons, the AHL and ECHL have seen numerous affiliation changes among their teams. Our NHL Affiliations: AHL and ECHL page keeps track of the latest developments, including renewals and changes. (more…)
Toledo Walleye Extends Detroit Affiliation
The Toledo Walleye (ECHL) have announced an extension of its affiliation with the Detroit Red Wings, with the agreement running through the 2020-21 season. The Walleye will also continue its affiliation with the Grand Rapids Griffins (AHL) as part of this extension. (more…)
Fort Wayne Komets, Vegas Golden Knights Announce Affiliation
The Fort Wayne Komets (ECHL) have announced an affiliation with the Vegas Golden Knights, with the one-year agreement covering the 2018-19 season. (more…)
Tampa Bay, Orlando Announce NHL/ECHL Affiliation
We have another ECHL affiliation to report, as the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Orlando Solar Bears jointly announced a three-year deal. (more…)
Minnesota Wild Enters New Allen Americans Affiliation
We have a new Allen Americans affiliation, as the Texas ECHL team has entered into a new agreement with the Minnesota Wild for the 2018-2019 season. (more…)
Jacksonville Icemen Extend Jets, Moose Affiliation
The Jacksonville Icemen (ECHL) will remain an affiliate of the Winnipeg Jets and Manitoba Moose (AHL), under the terms of a renewal announced Wednesday. The extension assures that the Jets will remain the Icemen’s parent club for the 2018-19 season, with an option to renew for the 2019-20 campaign. (more…)