The Hartford Wolf Pack will continue to call XL Center its home, as the New York Rangers and Spectra by Comcast Spectacor have announced a renewal agreement. The renewal is for two years, the 2018-19 and 2019-20 AHL seasons, and includes three more one-year options. (more…)
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St. John’s ECHL Team Expected to be Announced
Now that a key agreement is reportedly in place, plans are expected to be announced next week for a St. John’s ECHL team that will begin play next season. (more…)
Arenas That Live On: Maple Leaf Gardens
For decades, Toronto’s Maple Leaf Gardens was a showcase venue for hockey in Canada. But when the Toronto Maple Leafs sought a new home, the venerable Gardens complex was renovated to fit modern needs—truly an arena that lives on. (more…)
NHL Eyes Future Outdoor Games at U.S. Service Academies
Over the coming years, the NHL could stage more regular-season games at U.S. service academies, building on an initiative that began this season. (more…)
Wells Fargo Center to Receive $250M Renovation
Over the coming years, Wells Fargo Center–home to the Philadelphia 76ers and Philadelphia Flyers–will receive an estimated $250 million in improvements. (more…)
Bettman: Calgary Flames Not Pursuing Calgary Arena
A new Calgary Flames arena in Calgary is not in the works, according to NHL commissioner Gary Bettman, who says the team is not in discussions with the city. (more…)
Prospective Seattle NHL Owners: We’re Interested in Seattle NBA Team
As their push for a Seattle NHL expansion franchise continues, the prospective team’s owners are expressing interest in a role with a Seattle NBA team. (more…)
KeyArena Renovation Remains on Schedule
Oak View Group continues to make progress in its plans for a KeyArena renovation, and could begin construction work at the venue later this year. (more…)
New Milwaukee Bucks Arena Could Host NHL Preseason Game
Down the road, the new Milwaukee Bucks arena could add an NHL preseason game to its slate of events. (more…)
Tampa Bay Lightning Extend Amalie Arena Lease
The Tampa Bay Lightning will continue to call Amalie Arena home for decades, as Hillsborough County has approved a lease extension through 2037 that includes future upgrades. (more…)
NHL Stadium Series Prep Begins at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium
Work is underway at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, as the venue is preparing to host an NHL Stadium Series matchup between the Washington Capitals and Toronto Maple Leafs. (more…)
Seattle NHL Expansion Season-Ticket Drive Launches March 1
In another step toward potentially landing a franchise, officials have announced a March 1 launch of a season-ticket drive for a Seattle NHL expansion team. (more…)