Nico Daws’ career path has had its share of ups and downs, but the 23-year-old continues to work hard to become a full-time NHL goaltender.

After joining the Texas Stars just six days after concluding his collegiate career, rookie Justin Hryckowian is turning April’s lessons into this fall’s success.

Zac Dalpe and Trevor Carrick have established themselves as pillars in the Charlotte hockey world, reigning as number one and two in the Checkers franchise record book for games played, respectively. But even with their extended tenures in the Queen City, the duo’s paths never crossed – until this season.

When Stefan Matteau re-signed with the Cleveland Monsters in July, he knew it was more than just an opportunity to extend his career into its 13th season. For Matteau and his young family, it became a chance to establish a home as they embarked on a new phase of life.

The Manitoba Moose never counted themselves out of playoff contention, even in the midst of an 11-game losing streak. They knew if they continued working to improve, the results would eventually turn, with success to follow.

Though thrown into a whirlwind at first, Magnus Hellberg has found his groove with the Charlotte Checkers, becoming a part of the brotherhood dynamic the team has.

Chicago Wolves forward Hudson Elynuik has viewed enough highlights and engaged in enough discussions with his dad to realize that Pat Elynuik knows what he’s talking about when it comes to hockey.

Jack Thompson didn’t expect to be traded to San Jose, but the move has reunited him with a childhood friend in Barracuda rookie Ethan Cardwell.

In his first season with the organization, Mac Hollowell has been the impact player for Hartford that the Rangers hoped they were getting when he signed as a free agent in July.

For 30 seasons, the Syracuse Crunch have operated by a mission statement to establish a reputation of integrity and professionalism through initiatives sensitive and responsive to the community the team represents.