Sidelined by injury for much of the season, Nick Robertson used the time off the ice to build his confidence and prepare for the rigors of a playoff run.

Nothing about Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen’s pro development has been a straight line. But now the Rochester Americans need Luukkonen to do something else rather eventful ― lead his team into the Calder Cup Playoffs.

Boil it down for Chicago Wolves president of operations Courtney Mahoney, and her 26 years with the organization come down to what hockey can provide ― and what it can do for others.

Henderson Silver Knights forward Pavel Dorofeyev had a taste of postseason play last May. Now the 21-year-old, having a career year, is ready for much more.

A one-year American Hockey League contract is a show-me situation for any young prospect, and San Diego Gulls rookie forward Alex Limoges has shown everyone a lot this season.

James Neal had struggled to find ice time with the St. Louis Blues this season. Now he has all the ice that he can handle as he helps the Springfield Thunderbirds on their push towards the Calder Cup Playoffs.

Out indefinitely following back surgery in December, Hershey Bears captain Matt Moulson is still hoping to be part of a long playoff run.

This is more like it, Alex Barré-Boulet says. Back in mid-February, Syracuse’s Calder Cup Playoff chances looked rather wobbly. But recently the Crunch have looked much more like the club that has made winning a habit in Syracuse.

Wherever Joey Daccord spends next winter, he will miss these Charlotte Checkers.

Ty Ronning enjoys playing in pressure situations. So he’s all in for the final month of the Hartford Wolf Pack’s regular season.