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Erie native, former CC, Thunderbirds, Jaguars, LHA standout Slavin lifts Stanley Cup with Hurricanes

June 17th, 2026

Former Colorado College and current Carolina defenseman Jaccob Slavin made history Sunday night when the Hurricanes defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 3-0 in Game 6 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Final. Slavin, who collected the primary assist on Carolina’s first goal in the series-clinching victory, is just the fifth former Tiger to win a Stanley Cup,…

Eagles assistant coach Weiss chosen as first head coach of PWHL Las Vegas franchise

June 16th, 2026

Colorado Eagles assistant coach Kim Weiss has accepted the position as head coach of the PWHL’s new expansion team in Las Vegas. Weiss has spent the past two seasons with the Eagles and is just the second woman in AHL history to serve as an assistant coach in a full-time role. “It’s an honor to become a…

Utilizing EHL development track, Rampage grad, Franktown native Dell commits to NCAA D-III St. Joseph

June 13th, 2026

Thomas Dell, a defenseman for the EHL’s Providence Capitals, has committed to NCAA Division III St. Joseph for the 2026-27 season. Dell, an ‘05 out of Franktown, joined the Capitals midseason for his age-out campaign. In 24 games, he recorded five goals and nine assists. Dell played games across three total seasons in the EHL,…

Slew of Colorado connections taken in two-day NAHL Draft

June 11th, 2026

This week, the NAHL held a two-day draft for teams to fill out rosters for the 2026-27 season and in future seasons. NAHL Futures Draft – June 9, 2026 COLORADO1st round, 1st overall – Blake Redpath (Denver), D, Chippewa Steel (Colorado Thunderbirds 15U)2nd round, 50th overall – Brooks Levitin (Cherry Hills Village), F, Springfield Jr….

Avalanche GM MacFarland leaves for same post with Nashville, Sakic named replacement

June 5th, 2026

The NHL’s Colorado Avalanche have a new, yet familiar face as general manager. Joe Sakic has taken over after Chris MacFarland was hired this week as GM of the Nashville Predators. “We would like to thank Chris for all he did for the Avalanche organization,” said Kroenke Sports & Entertainment vice chairman Josh Kroenke. “Chris…

Colorado native, Jaguars, Team Colorado, 14ers alum Castillo finds NCAA D-III Hood ‘right fit for me’

June 5th, 2026

Kamilah Castillo wrapped up her youth hockey career in 2025-26 with the Colorado 14ers 19U AA team. Next season, Castillo will head to the NCAA ranks after recently committing to Division III Hood College, a school located in Frederick, Md. “The opportunity to commit to Hood College came after I reached out to coach Josh…

On heels of national championship, Okanagan star, Denver native Mote signs with USHL’s Steel

May 20th, 2026

Kaden Mote hit the pinnacle of youth hockey this spring, winning a USA Hockey 16U Tier I national championship with Okanagan Hockey Colorado. Next season, the Denver native will play for the USHL’s Chicago Steel after recently signing with the club. “The opportunity came through conversations with the Chicago staff over time,” said Mote. “They…

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