In a major development, the Vegas Golden Knights have reached an agreement to purchase the San Antonio Rampage AHL franchise membership and will apply to move the team to the Las Vegas area. The purchase and move is pending approval of the AHL Board of Governors. (more…)
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Richmond Arena Plan Still Drawing Skepticism Despite New Report
Though a third-party consultant’s report gives the proposal a fairly positive review, a proposed Richmond arena development plan continues to be met with skepticism from a majority of the city council. (more…)
Connecticut Gov. Pitches $55M in XL Center Upgrades Funding
State funding could be in play for upgrades to Hartford’s XL Center, as Connecticut governor Ned Lamont proposes allocating $55 million toward a larger renovation plan. (more…)
Palm Springs Arena Groundbreaking Set for Feb. 18
A groundbreaking ceremony for the new Palm Springs arena has been scheduled for February 18, putting an early milestone for the project on the docket. (more…)
Laval Rocket Named 2021 AHL All-Star Classic Host
The Laval Rocket will host the 2021 AHL All-Star Classic, which will be the first to take place in the province of Quebec. It will be held at Place Bell on January 31 and February 1, 2021. (more…)
Solar4America Ice at San Jose Expansion Approved
The San Jose City Council has approved a Solar4America Ice at San Jose expansion, clearing the way for a project that includes a new San Jose Barracuda (AHL) home. The expansion will add two additional recreational ice sheets to the facility, increasing the building’s total ice sheets to six. (more…)
Vegas Golden Knights Could Buy, Relocate AHL Team
The Vegas Golden Knights could potentially buy and relocate an existing AHL team to the Las Vegas area, though whether that comes to fruition remains to be seen. (more…)
Richmond ECHL Team Could Play at Proposed Arena
A proposed Richmond arena could land a minor-league hockey team if it is built, as an effort to place a Richmond ECHL team at the venue is underway. (more…)
Groups Pitching FirstOntario Centre Renovation
Two development groups are proposing projects that include a FirstOntario Centre renovation, bringing about ideas to address the aging Hamilton, ON venue’s future. (more…)
Potential Downtown Saskatoon Arena Sites Still Being Considered
Saskatoon officials have yet to zero in on a preferred site for a potential downtown arena project, as the city continues to explore its options. (more…)
Planning for 2020 Hockey All-Star Games
January is here, meaning that there are several professional hockey All-Star Games to look forward to over the coming weeks. We look at the upcoming events in the NHL, AHL and ECHL, where notable venues in St. Louis, Southern California and Wichita will be hosting All-Star Games. (more…)
Jacksonville Icemen to Host 2021 ECHL All-Star Classic
The Jacksonville Icemen will host the 2021 ECHL All-Star Classic, scheduled to take place next January. (more…)