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The Wichita Thunder are a minor league hockey team. Based in Wichita, Kansas, they are a member of the ECHL.

Stinil, Lloyd, Proctor Return to Wichita

July 15, 2026 - WICHITA, Kan. - The Wichita Thunder, ECHL affiliate of the NHL's San Jose Sharks, AHL's San Jose Barracuda and powered by Toyota, are excited to announce the return of forward Michal Stinil (MEH-kell STIHN-ell) along with defensemen T.J. Lloyd and Kirby Proctor for the 2026-27 season. "Stinil is the total package. He's a proven point producer in this league who controls the play and will drive our offense," commented Head Coach Travis Clayton. "Bringing him back was a priority for us, and we're glad he will be leading the... Full Story

Wichita Issues Five Qualifying Offers

July 8, 2026 - WICHITA, Kan. - The Wichita Thunder, ECHL affiliate of the NHL's San Jose Sharks, AHL's San Jose Barracuda and powered by Toyota, announced today that five players have been extended qualifying offers ahead of the 2026-27 season. Defense (1): Tanner Palocsik Forwards (2): Gavin Best, Declan Smith Goalies (2): Connor Hasley, Roddy Ross Players who had already signed a contract by July 7 did not need to receive a qualifying offer. Each team was entitled to reserve the rights to a maximum of eight qualified play... Full Story

Wichita Names Alex Mandolidis Assistant Coach

July 7, 2026 - WICHITA, Kan. - The Wichita Thunder, ECHL affiliate of the NHL's San Jose Sharks, AHL's San Jose Barracuda and powered by Toyota, are pleased to announce the hiring of Alex Mandolidis as the team's new Assistant Coach. "I'm honored to join the Wichita Thunder organization. I want to thank Travis and Joel for this opportunity," commented Mandolidis. "I'm looking forward to working alongside them and the rest of the organization this season. I'm excited to get to Wichita, connect with the community and be part of something ... Full Story

Thunder Announces Additions to Front Office Staff

June 30, 2026 - WICHITA, Kan. - The Wichita Thunder, ECHL affiliate of the NHL's San Jose Sharks, AHL's San Jose Barracuda and powered by Toyota, are excited to announce several additions to the Front Office staff. Joining the organization are: Cameron Levy, Vice President of Ticket Sales Shianna Woods, Account Executive Molly Gallegos, Director of Fan Engagement Barbara Johnson, Summer Account Executive Intern Breckin Gormley, Summer Account Executive Intern Catherine Omer, Summer Account Executive Intern Levy joins t... Full Story

• Stinil, Lloyd, Proctor Return to Wichita - July 15, 2026
  
• Wichita Issues Five Qualifying Offers - July 8, 2026
  
• Wichita Names Alex Mandolidis Assistant Coach - July 7, 2026
  
• Thunder Announces Additions to Front Office Staff - June 30, 2026
  
• Thunder Wins First-Ever League Award; ECHL Honors Matt Brokaw - June 30, 2026
  
• Crnkovic Wins Wichita Pro Athlete of the Year - June 26, 2026
  
• Wichita Announces 2025-26 Season-Ending Roster - June 23, 2026
  
• Thunder Completes Futures Trade with Walleye - June 21, 2026
  
• Crnkovic Selected as Finalist for Wichita Pro Athlete of the Year - June 10, 2026
  
• Thunder Announces 2025-26 Protected List - June 9, 2026
  
• Wichita Selected for Two Nominations in 2025-26 Team Awards - June 8, 2026
  
• Thunder Unveils 2026-27 Regular Season Schedule - May 14, 2026
  
• Thunder Announce Date for 2026-27 Home Opener - May 13, 2026
  
• Travis Clayton Named 15th Head Coach in Team History - May 12, 2026
  
• Thunder Announce Press Conference Tomorrow - May 11, 2026
  
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League: ECHL
Home: Wichita, Kansas
Affiliation: San Jose Sharks
Website: Wichita Thunder site
Schedule: Full Wichita Thunder Schedule
Statistics: Full Wichita Thunder Statistics

Sat., Apr 18	L	Tulsa 7 at Wichita 6	Final (OT)
Fri., Apr 17	L	Allen 3 at Wichita 2	Final
Sun., Apr 12	L	Allen 6 at Wichita 3	Final
Sat., Apr 11	L	Wichita 3 at Kansas City 4	Final
Fri., Apr 10	L	Kansas City 5 at Wichita 2	Final
Wed., Apr 8	L	Wichita 3 at Allen 5	Final
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• Thunder names former player as new coach - ECHL Newton Kansan (May 22)
  
• Wichita Thunder great Travis Clayton named team's next head coach - ECHL KWCH (May 12)
  
• Wichita Thunder parts ways with coach Bruce Ramsay after 7 seasons - ECHL KWCH (April 20)
  
• Kansas City Mavericks break pair of franchise records in home finale win over Wichita - ECHL Independence Examiner (April 14)
  
• Mavericks sweep home-and-home with Wichita, close in on franchise record for points in a season - ECHL Independence Examiner (March 31)
  
• Kansas City Mavericks clinch ECHL Mountain Division title with another road win at Wichita - ECHL Independence Examiner (March 26)
  
• Kansas City Mavericks rally from second-period deficit to top Wichita, continue road magic - ECHL Independence Examiner (March 24)
  
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