Captain Wyllum Deveaux Re-Signs with Mariners

July 22, 2026 - PORTLAND, ME - The Maine Mariners, proud affiliates of the NHL's Boston Bruins and AHL's Providence Bruins, have announced the re-signing of forward and captain Wyllum Deveaux for the 2026-27 season. Deveaux, 25, has served as the captain of the Mariners since January of 2025, when he became the third player in team history to receive the honor. The 2025-26 season was largely lost for Deveaux when he suffered an injury on Opening Night in Worcester, causing him to miss all but the final six games of the regular season. ... Full Story

Sean Gulka Returns to the Lions

July 22, 2026 - The Trois-Rivières Lions (affiliate of the Montreal Canadiens) have signed forward Sean Gulka to a contract for the 2026-27 season. Gulka joined the Lions organization on November 18 and quickly established himself as a physical presence known for his toughness and willingness to stand up for his teammates. In his very first game with Trois-Rivières on November 19, he scored his first goal as a Lion. The Langley, British Columbia native appeared in 27 games last season, recording one goal while accumulating 63 p... Full Story

Cyclones Add to Their Blue Line, Sign Defenseman Max Smolinski to SPC

July 22, 2026 - CINCINNATI, Ohio - The Cincinnati Cyclones, proud ECHL affiliate of the Toronto Maple Leafs, today announced that defenseman Max Smolinski has re-signed for the 2026-27 season. With his signing, Smolinski is set to play in his first full season as a professional with the Cyclones after a stint late last season. Smolinski, 23, re-joins the Cyclones after starting his professional career in Cincinnati at the tail end of the 2025-26 campaign. In his first spell as a Cyclone, Smolinski appeared in 17 games, recording two goal... Full Story

Dawgs Sign Rookie Kindrachuk for the 2026-2027 Season

July 22, 2026 - ROANOKE, VA - The Dawgs announced on Wednesday that the team has signed rookie Zane Kindrachuk for the 2026-2027 season. The Calgary, Alberta native played five seasons of NCAA hockey, spending his first two years at Niagara University (NCAA DI) before transferring to Albertus Magnus College (NCAA DIII). With the Falcons, the 5-foot-11 forward appeared in 70 games, recording 28 goals, 25 assists over three seasons. Prior to his collegiate career, Kindrachuk played five seasons in the Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL)... Full Story

• Captain Wyllum Deveaux Re-Signs with Mariners - Maine Mariners (ECHL) July 22
  
• Sean Gulka Returns to the Lions - Trois-Rivieres Lions (ECHL) July 22
  
• Dawgs Sign Rookie Kindrachuk for the 2026-2027 Season - Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs (SPHL) July 22
  
• Cyclones Add to Their Blue Line, Sign Defenseman Max Smolinski to SPC - Cincinnati Cyclones (ECHL) July 22
  
• Danbury Signs Forward/Defenseman Alex Kepic - Danbury Hat Tricks (FPHL) July 22
  
• Ice Flyers Re-Sign Forward Andrew Poulias for 2026-27 Season - Pensacola Ice Flyers (SPHL) July 22
  
• Return of the Captain - Lehigh Valley Phantoms (AHL) July 22
  
• Islanders Sign Forward Joey Larson to Two-Year Contract - Hamilton Hammers (AHL) July 22
  
• Jack Millar Signs Two-Year Contract Extension with Ontario Reign - Ontario Reign (AHL) July 22
  
• Florida Agrees to Terms with Forward Devon Paliani - Florida Everblades (ECHL) July 22
  
• Neil Shea Returns to the Swamp Rabbits for 2026-27 - Greenville Swamp Rabbits (ECHL) July 22
  
• Walleye Re-Sign Garrett Van Wyhe for the 2026-27 Season - Toledo Walleye (ECHL) July 22
  
• South Carolina Stingrays Fan Fest Set for August 22 - South Carolina Stingrays (ECHL) July 22
  
• Marlies Announce Additions to Hockey Operations and Coaching Staff - Toronto Marlies (AHL) July 22
  
• Hershey Bears Name Louis Robitaille Assistant Coach - Hershey Bears (AHL) July 22
  
• All Today's Minor League Hockey News

Maine Mariners forward Wyllum Deveaux
Minor League Hockey Photo Gallery

OurSports Central provides coverage of the following independent and minor league minor league hockey organizations:

American Hockey League (AHL)
ECHL (ECHL)
SPHL (SPHL)
Federal Prospects Hockey League (FPHL)

• What to know about Hamilton Hammers' debut season tickets - AHL Hamilton Spectator (July 22)
  
• FPHL introduces new format of two conferences and four divisions - FPHL WBNG (July 22)
  
• Laval Rocket's Teddy Bear Toss game to be held at Bell Centre on Nov. 22 - AHL Toronto Sun (July 22)
  
• Manson named head coach of San Diego Gulls - AHL Prince Albert Daily Herald (July 22)
  
• Kingfish return to Baton Rouge: New hockey team unveils familiar name ahead of season opener - FPHL WBRZ (July 22)
  
• Baton Rouge hockey team just announced its new name. See what it is. - FPHL Baton Rouge Advocate (July 22)
  
• Baton Rouge hockey team unveils new name and logo - FPHL WAFB (July 22)
  
• Hobbs joins ECHL team - ECHL NewsBreak - Worcester (July 22)
  
• Komets sign two forwards, including returning Drake Rymsha - ECHL Fort Wayne Journal Gazette (July 22)
  
• New Abbotsford Canucks head coach Ryan Papaioannou aims to strengthen winning culture - AHL Abbotsford News (July 22)
  
• Manitoba Moose lock in Milne and Nause for one more year - AHL Winnipeg Sun (July 21)
  
• ECHL: All-Star forward Brannon McManus returns to Adirondack Thunder for 2026-2027 season - ECHL Troy Record (July 21)
  
• All Today's Minor League Hockey Headlines