June 22nd, 2026
As the Eastern Hockey League continues to thrive and succeed in player development and advancement on a yearly basis, part of that process is the league’s annual Showcase Series, events where some or all teams in the EHL and EHLP come together under one roof and play regular-season games in front of scouts and decision-makers…
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June 10th, 2026
This week, the NAHL held a two-day draft for teams to fill out rosters for the 2026-27 season and in future seasons. NAHL Futures Draft – June 9, 2026 ARIZONA2nd round, 57th overall – Elias McLean (Gilbert), F, Fairbanks Ice Dogs (Victory Honda 15U) NEW MEXICO ICE WOLVES1st round, 26th overall – John Myers, F,…
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June 5th, 2026
In continuance of the NHL and USA Hockey’s expanded collaboration supporting advancement of the Tier I junior hockey development pathway in the United States, the USHL and a group of stakeholders have signed a memorandum of understanding to establish member clubs in Arizona, California and Nevada. “This expansion is about more than adding teams –…
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June 5th, 2026
The NA3HL’s New Mexico Ice Wolves have announced that forward Calahan Butler has committed to play ACHA Division I college hockey for Arizona State University. This past season, the Tempe native recorded 48 points in 46 games on 25 goals and 23 assists. “Proud to see the ladder of development working for deserving players like…
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May 22nd, 2026
The Greater Metro Hockey League held its annual draft on May 20, and one Arizona native was selected. San Tan Valley native and forward Mason Bryant went in the eighth round (143rd overall) to the Brighton Vikings. An Arizona Bobcats alum, Bryant put up three goals and seven points in 44 games last season for…
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May 8th, 2026
The WHL held its annual draft this week, with a pair of Arizona natives being selected in the two-day event. WHL Prospects Draft – May 6-7, 20265th round, 101st overall – Aidan Grabner (Scottsdale), F, Wenatchee Wild (Jr. Coyotes 14U) 8th round, 170th overall – Peyton Malinski (Chandler), F, Victoria Royals (Jr. Coyotes 14U) —…
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May 5th, 2026
The USHL held its annual draft this week, with a pair of Arizona natives being selected in the two-day event. USHL Draft, Phase 1 – May 4, 202614th round, 197th overall – Jett Zimont (Scottsdale), F, Muskegon Lumberjacks (Mount St. Charles Academy 15U) USHL Draft, Phase 2 – May 5, 202611th round, 173rd overall –…
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April 30th, 2026
Thomas Hickey, a forward for the EHL’s Pennsylvania Huntsmen, has committed to NCAA Division III Worcester State University for the 2026-27 season. Hickey, an ‘05 out of Tempe, led the Huntsmen in points this year with 28 points. He began his EHL career last year, sharing time between the EHL and EHLP. In total, he played…
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April 30th, 2026
The NA3HL held its annual draft today, with a handful of Arizona natives being selected in the four-round event. 1st round, 1st overall – Zachary Stinski (Phoenix), F, Fox Cities Forge (Steele County Blades, USPHL) 1st round, 30th overall – Jackson Goar (Gilbert), Sheridan Hawks (Jr. Coyotes 18U) 2nd round, 61st overall – Vincent Rodriguez,…
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April 25th, 2026
The USHL has announced that Teddy Merrill of the Dubuque Fighting Saints as the recipient of the Curt Hammer Award for the 2025-26 season. Since 1989, the Curt Hammer Award has annually recognized the player who distinguishes himself both on and off the ice by demonstrating outstanding performance skills, pride, and determination. Merrill becomes the…
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