Hameenaho Scores Twice as Comets Down Sens to Improve to 3-0

October 11, 2026 - Belleville, ON - The Utica Comets made their first trip north of the border on Sunday to take on the Belleville Senators and grabbed another two points in a 4-2 win. The game featured a fast pace from the drop of the puck despite both teams having played and traveled the night before. The Comets were assessed the first penalty of the game when Xavier Parent was called for hooking at 8:36 of the first but were able to kill it off despite extensive zone time for Belleville. The Comets killed of... Full Story

Comets Defeat Amerks, 2-1, in Front of Sold-Out Crowd in Home Opener

October 10, 2026 - Utica, NY - The Utica Comets hosted the Rochester Americans in their Home Opener at NBT Bank Arena on Saturday night and came away with a 2-1 win. Despite not having played in over a week, the Comets had their skating legs and tested Rochester netminder Matt Villalta early on. The Amerks responded with some pressure of their own and would end up drawing the first penalty of the game when Eamon Powell was called for hooking, but the Comets killed it off to remain perfect on the penalty kill so... Full Story

What to Know About the Comets' Home Opener

October 6, 2026 - Utica, NY - The Comets opened the 2026-27 season in style with a 2-1 victory on the road over the Providence Bruins on Friday. With lots of hype around their offseason additions and now with a win to start the season, hockey fever is roaring in Utica as the Comets gear up for Opening Night at NBT Bank Arena against the Rochester Americans this Saturday, October 10th at 6 PM. For those lucky enough to have tickets for the nearly sold-out event, here's what you need to know about Opening Night. ... Full Story

Comets Open Season in Providence with 2-1 Win over Bruins

October 2, 2026 - Providence, RI - The Utica Comets kicked off the 2026-27 campaign in Providence with a 2-1 victory at the Amica Mutual Pavilion. The Comets started off the first period of the new season in style when Ryan Schmelzer set up Gabe Klassen, who wired home a wrist shot from the right circle past the blocker of Bruins netminder Jiri Patera at the 4:31 mark to give the Comets a 1-0 lead in his Comets debut. Defenseman Vlad Kolyachonok picked up the secondary assist. The Bruins nearly tied the game o... Full Story

• Comets Open Season in Providence with 2-1 Win over Bruins - Utica Comets (AHL) October 2
• Comets Announce Opening Night Roster - Utica Comets (AHL) October 1
• Mastrovito Hyundai Named the Official Partner of the Utica Comets - Utica Comets (AHL) October 1
• Comets Announce 2026 Training Camp Roster - Utica Comets (AHL) September 27
• Utica University Nexus Center to Host Warrior Classic this Weekend - Utica Comets (AHL) September 23
• Mohawk Valley Garden CEO Robert Esche Names Adam Pawlick President of the Utica Comets - Utica Comets (AHL) September 1
• New Hartford Native, Mike Zalewski, Added to Comets' Coaching Staff - Utica Comets (AHL) August 18
• Devils Name Mike Zalewski Assistant Coach in Utica - Utica Comets (AHL) August 18
• USA Ball Hockey Future Stars Invitational Returns to Utica - Utica Comets (AHL) August 3
• Clinton Comets Inducted to New York State Hockey Hall of Fame - Utica Comets (AHL) July 16
• Comets Receive Eastern Conference Community Relations Excellence Award - Utica Comets (AHL) July 15
• Comets Release Schedule for 2026-27 Season - Utica Comets (AHL) July 9
• Comets Set to Play First Home Game on Saturday, October 10th - Utica Comets (AHL) July 8
• Home Opener Set for October 10th - Utica Comets (AHL) June 18
• Utica Comets and Save of the Day Foundation Raise $210,000 at Second Annual Golf Outing - Utica Comets (AHL) June 9
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• Lenni Hämeenaho making 'impact' with Utica Comets - AHL Rome Sentinel (October 14)
• Comets win a pair on the weekend, start season 3-0 - AHL Rome Sentinel (October 12)
• Utica Comets win home opener against rivals from Rochester - AHL Rome Sentinel (October 11)
• Stefan Noesen assigned to Utica Comets - AHL Rome Sentinel (October 10)
• Utica Comets points to ponder ahead of 26-27 home opener - AHL Rome Sentinel (October 9)
• Goalie David Rittich wants to be a leader for Utica Comets - AHL Rome Sentinel (October 7)
• Plenty of newcomers help Utica Comets to season-opening win - AHL Rome Sentinel (October 3)
• See Utica City FC's scheduled for MASL's 2026-27 schedule - MASL Rome Sentinel (October 2)
• Utica Comets 2026-27 preview: Optimism and 'a fresh start' - AHL Rome Sentinel (October 2)
• Utica Comets, Mastrovito partner ahead of 2026-27 season - AHL Rome Sentinel (October 1)
• Mike Zalewski 'fortunate' for Utica Comets role - AHL Rome Sentinel (October 1)
• Utica Comets prep for 2026-27 AHL season; 6 players assigned - AHL Rome Sentinel (September 29)
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