The arrival of the Force marks a new chapter for hockey in Findlay, following in the footsteps of previous teams like the Warriors and the Freedom.

As a massive winter weather storm sweeps across the Southern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States, two teams will be meeting in the icy cold tundra of Hastings, Minnesota for the 2026 AHL Outdoor Classic that might bust the record books open like a spontaneously exploding tree.

The HBO Max hit show “Heated Rivalry” has had a positive impact on the NHL, according to Boston Bruins star defenseman Charlie McAvoy. The 28-year-old McAvoy was asked about the show and whether the NHL is now more accepting of the LGBTQ community after the Bruins recently hosted a “Hockey is for Everyone Night.

NJBIZ is exclusively learning new details about the buzz generated by the return of professional hockey to the City of Trenton. Since that announcement, the feedback and support have been strong for the new Trenton club, according to Pro Hockey Partners.