Oilers Re-Sign Matsushima, Bring in Schartz on PTO

August 12, 2022 - TULSA, Okla.- The Tulsa Oilers, proud ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Anaheim Ducks and AHL's San Diego Gulls, announced Friday the re-signing of forward Eddie Matsushuma and the signing of defenseman Zane Schartz to a professional tryout. Matushima, 28, rejoins the Oilers after a breakout campaign, setting career highs in games played (59), goals (15), assists (23) and points (38) last season. The speedy forward also appeared in six of Tulsa's seven postseason contests, contributing three goals and an assist for four points.... Full Story

Abbotsford Canucks Announce 2022-23 Hockey Operations Staff

August 12, 2022 - Abbotsford, B.C. - Abbotsford Canucks General Manager, Ryan Johnson, announced today the hiring of John Murray as Strength & Conditioning Coach, in addition to confirming the rest of the club's hockey operations staff ahead of the 2022-23 American Hockey League season. Jeremy Colliton will lead the hockey operations staff in his first season as Head Coach of the team, with the support of newly hired Development & Goaltending Coach Marko Torenius, as well as a returning coaching department comprised of Associate Coach Gary... Full Story

Indy Signs Goaltender Conor O'Brien

August 12, 2022 - INDIANAPOLIS - The Indy Fuel announced Friday that they have signed goaltender Conor O'Brien to a Standard Player Contract for the 2022-23 season. O'Brien, 25, comes to the Indy Fuel from the ECHL's Adirondack Thunder, who signed him in April 2022. The 6'2", 216-pound goaltender from Pinellas Park, Florida made his pro hockey debut with the Thunder on April 16, 2022, stopping an impressive 34 shots in a 1-0 loss to the Reading Royals. Prior to turning pro, O'Brien played four seasons (2018-19 through 2021-22) with the ... Full Story

Lancers Acquire Michael Hrabal from Dubuque

August 12, 2022 - OMAHA, NE. - The Omaha Lancers of the United States Hockey League have announced the acquisition of Affiliate Goaltender, Michael Hrabal (2005) from the Dubuque Fighting Saints. The Lancers also accepted a 2023 Phase I, 9th round and a 2024 Phase I, 10th round draft pick in exchange for a 2023 Phase I, 2nd round, a 2024 Phase I, 5th round and a 2024 Phase II, 1st round draft pick. Michael Hrabal, of Praha, Czechia, comes to the Lancers at the young age of 17 years old, with both U20 and international play under his belt l... Full Story

• Winterhawks Alum Caleb Jones Signs New Deal with Chicago Blackhawks - Portland Winterhawks (WHL) August 12
• Oilers Re-Sign Matsushima, Bring in Schartz on PTO - Tulsa Oilers (ECHL) August 12
• Joseph to Return - Minot Minotauros (NAHL) August 12
• Abbotsford Canucks Announce 2022-23 Hockey Operations Staff - Abbotsford Canucks (AHL) August 12
• Indy Signs Goaltender Conor O'Brien - Indy Fuel (ECHL) August 12
• Lancers Acquire Michael Hrabal from Dubuque - Omaha Lancers (USHL) August 12
• Yager Shines Bright in Canada's Gold Medal Win - Moose Jaw Warriors (WHL) August 12
• VIDEO: NA Now - Wisconsin Windigo - Wisconsin Windigo (NAHL) August 12
• Forward Luke Lynch Returns for a Second Season in Jacksonville - Jacksonville Icemen (ECHL) August 12
• Wranglers Sign Defenseman Josh Brook - Calgary Wranglers (AHL) August 12
• VIDEO: Gaucher - Le Hockey Dans Le Sang - Quebec Remparts (QMJHL) August 12
• Norsemen Bring in Familiar Face for Director of Operations - St. Cloud Norsemen (NAHL) August 12
• Carter Robertson Signs with Norfolk for Second Season - Norfolk Admirals (ECHL) August 12
• Liam Whitehouse Commits to the University of New England - Austin Bruins (NAHL) August 12
• Hinam Skates Back to Portland - Maine Mariners (ECHL) August 12
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