Category Archives: NHL Pro
Jr. Coyotes teammates Grabner, Malinski chosen in annual WHL Prospects Draft
May 8th, 2026The 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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Arizona natives Zimont, Brown selected by Muskegon in annual two-day USHL Draft
May 5th, 2026The 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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Tempe native, Titans, Corona del Sol alum Hickey develops in EHL, commits to NCAA Division III Worcester State
April 30th, 2026Thomas 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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Arizona State, Colorado College to play for Ed Robson Cup, starting with ’26-27 season
April 29th, 2026The Colorado College and Arizona State hockey programs, in conjunction with Ed Robson and his family, have established the Ed Robson Cup, a traveling trophy awarded annually to the winner of the regular-season series between the Tigers and Sun Devils beginning with the 2026-27 season. Ed Robson, the namesake of Robson Arena on the campus of…
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Albuquerque natives, Ice Wolves standouts Hubbard, Wenner make NCAA commitments
April 18th, 2026New Mexico hockey has reached a historic milestone as Albuquerque natives Stanley Hubbard and Jake Wenner have earned NCAA hockey opportunities, marking the continued growth of a complete player development pathway within the state. Both are playing the 2025-26 season for the New Mexico Ice Wolves junior hockey organization and are products of the New…
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Gilbert native, AHU, DYHA, Jr. Coyotes, Bobcats alum Livanavage signs NHL deal with Penguins, earns All-American honors
April 11th, 2026North Dakota junior defenseman Jake Livanavage has signed a two-year, entry-level NHL deal with the Pittsburgh Penguins. The contract will begin in the current 2025-26 campaign and runs through the 2026-27 season. Livanavage will report to Pittsburgh and is expected to make his NHL debut in the near future. In three seasons at North Dakota,…
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Mick named first hockey director, head coach, executive director for new Fire ‘N’ Ice Sports Arena
April 7th, 2026Fire ‘N’ Ice Sports Arena in Phoenix, opening this August, has announced the appointment of Troy Mick as the organization’s first hockey director, head coach and executive director. Mick will oversee all hockey operations at the arena, including player development, coaching leadership, program growth, and the overall direction of the hockey department. A native of…
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