News Archives

Patriotic duty: The 1942 All-Star Game

February 3, 2012

Seventy years ago today, the American Hockey League held its first All-Star Game, a contest pitting East vs. West with all proceeds split between the American and Canadian Red Cross for the benefit of both countries' overseas soldiers in World War II.

Rangers acquire Wellman from Wild

February 3, 2012

The New York Rangers, parent club of the AHL's Connecticut Whale, announced Friday the acquisition of 24-year-old forward Casey Wellman from the Minnesota Wild in exchange for forward Erik Christensen and a conditional seventh round draft pick in 2013.

Caps recall leading AHL scorer

February 2, 2012

The Washington Capitals on Thursday evening recalled forward Keith Aucoin from the Hershey Bears of the American Hockey League (AHL).

Capitals announce pair of trades

February 2, 2012

The Washington Capitals have acquired defenseman Kevin Marshall from the Philadelphia Flyers in exchange for right wing Matthew Ford, and acquired center Mike Carman from the Colorado Avalanche in exchange for defenseman Danny Richmond.

Packing them in for a cause

February 2, 2012

The San Antonio Rampage are ready to hold a second Pink in the Rink Night, set to be played on Friday, Feb. 3, when the Lake Erie Monsters visit the AT&T Center, and the Rampage have committed their efforts to selling out the arena.

AHL Weekly Release

February 2, 2012

It’s full steam ahead as the 2011-12 season resumes following the All-Star Classic in Atlantic City, and all 30 teams are on board for what could be a historic race to the postseason.

Cizikas named Player of the Month

February 2, 2012

The American Hockey League announced today that Bridgeport Sound Tigers center Casey Cizikas has been named the Reebok/AHL Player of the Month for January.

Petersson named January's top rookie

February 2, 2012

The American Hockey League announced today that Binghamton Senators right wing Andre Petersson has been named the Reebok/AHL Rookie of the Month for January.

Poulin named Goalie of the Month

February 2, 2012

The American Hockey League announced today that Kevin Poulin of the Bridgeport Sound Tigers has been named the Reebok/AHL Goaltender of the Month for January.

Flames sign, recall Kolanos

February 1, 2012

The Calgary Flames announced today they have signed center Krys Kolanos to a two-year, two-way contract and have recalled him from the Abbotsford Heat.

Cornet makes most of NHL debut

February 1, 2012

Philippe Cornet made his first shift a quick one, then his second one count as the Edmonton Oilers prospect made his NHL debut Tuesday. Cornet was called up from Oklahoma City Monday after taking part in the AHL All-Star Classic in Atlantic City, N.J.

Cizikas named Player of the Week

January 31, 2012

The American Hockey League announced today that Bridgeport Sound Tigers center Casey Cizikas has been selected as the Reebok/AHL Player of the Week for the period ending Jan. 29, 2012.

Trade swings Kundratek's season

January 31, 2012

Sitting low on the Connecticut Whale defensive depth chart, Tomas Kundratek was excited about the opportunity to join a Hershey blue line in need of more speed and grit. Nearly three months have passed, and Kundratek has lived up to his billing.

West rallies for All-Star sweep

January 30, 2012

Down by four goals early, the Western Conference rallied for an 8-7 shootout victory over the Eastern Conference at the 2012 AHL All-Star Game at historic Boardwalk Hall on Monday night.

AHL Hall of Fame welcomes four

January 30, 2012

The American Hockey League today formally inducted four new members into its American Hockey League Hall of Fame.

West takes Skills, 18-10

January 29, 2012

The Western Conference AHL All-Stars opened the 2012 AHL All-Star Classic with an 18-10 victory over their Eastern Conference counterparts in the 2012 AHL All-Star Skills Competition at historic Boardwalk Hall on Sunday afternoon.

DiSalvatore, Hackett AC-bound

January 28, 2012

The no-doubt-about-it leader of the Houston Aeros is Jon DiSalvatore, the veteran captain in his third season with the team. And for the first time ever in his AHL career, he's playing in the All-Star Classic, where he'll be joined by teammate Matt Hackett.

Flames acquire All-Star Connelly

January 27, 2012

The Chicago Blackhawks have acquired center Brendan Morrison from the Calgary Flames in exchange for defenseman Brian Connelly.

AHL announces suspension

January 27, 2012

The American Hockey League today announced that Bridgeport Sound Tigers right wing Tomas Marcinko has been suspended for two (2) games as a consequence of a boarding incident in a game vs. St. John’s on Jan. 25.

Sharks, Panthers announce trade

January 26, 2012

The San Jose Sharks, parent club of the AHL's Worcester Sharks, have acquired forward Tim Kennedy from the Florida Panthers, parent club of the AHL's San Antonio Rampage, in exchange for defenseman Sean Sullivan.