23 teams to qualify for 2022 Calder Cup Playoffs

The AHL Board of Governors has approved the qualification rules and format for the 2022 Calder Cup Playoffs. A total of 23 teams will qualify for postseason play, with five rounds of playoffs leading to the crowning of a Calder Cup champion.

2021-22 AHL schedule unveiled

The AHL has released the complete schedule of games for the 2021-22 regular season, the league’s 86th year of operation. The season, with 31 teams playing a total of 1,118 games, begins October 15 and concludes April 24.

2021-22 home openers announced

The American Hockey League today announced the dates and opponents for all 31 teams’ home openers for the 2021-22 season:

AHL team business meetings underway

The American Hockey League has launched its 2021 AHL Team Business Summer Series, a month-long program of presentations and discussions hosted by the league’s Team Business Services department.

AHL announces plans for 2021 playoffs, 21-22 calendar

Due to league COVID-19 protocols, the AHL will not be able to conduct traditional Calder Cup Playoffs in 2021. Members of the Pacific Division will complete the season with a tournament to determine a division champion.

AHL, HockeyTech extend digital partnership

The American Hockey League and HockeyTech announced an extension of their multi-year technology partnership to provide the league with digital tools to enhance operations and fan engagement.