Cayden Primeau has unquestionably started the calendar year on a high note – and with a smile to match.

Sirius is the brightest star in the night sky, and as a prospect in the Detroit Red Wings organization’s galaxy of potential stars, Grand Rapids Griffins center Nate Danielson is as serious as they come.

Growing up around a rink, Charlie Kaser was destined to work in hockey. He has since forged his path as a respected equipment manager and a key member of the Texas Stars organization.

Czech rookie Marek Alscher is finding his way in pro hockey, working the blue line for the Charlotte Checkers.

Ontario head coach Marco Sturm admits there was a bit of a learning curve as someone who had never played or coached in the AHL before, but the Reign and LA Kings are both starting to see the fruits of his labor and coaching style pay off.

Fostering a team environment and camaraderie is nothing new for Cleveland Monsters alternate captain Owen Sillinger, who has been around hockey his whole life.

An offseason trade with the Utah Hockey Club brought Jan Jenik to the Ottawa Senators. Now, he’s embracing the next chapter of his career with the organization.

When the San Jose Sharks signed veterans Andrew Poturalski and Jimmy Schuldt to free-agent contracts this summer, they weren’t just bolstering organizational depth – they were adding two of the AHL’s best players at their respective positions.

In the final year of his entry-level contract, Dylan Garand has been nothing short of exceptional between the pipes this season for the Hartford Wolf Pack.

Iowa Wild broadcaster Ben Gislason is joined by Wild video coach Ray Sylvester and goaltender Dylan Ferguson for the latest episode of Ridin’ the Bus: The Official Iowa Wild Podcast. Ferguson shares stories about his NHL debut at 19 years old, his first NHL win which included a huge stop on Evgeni Malkin, and more great tales from his pro career.