The Hershey Bears clinched a berth in the 2026 Calder Cup Playoffs on Wednesday thanks to a 5-1 win over Wilkes-Barre/Scranton.

The American Hockey League has announced the 2025-26 AHL All-Rookie Team, as voted by coaches, players and media representing each of the league’s 32 member cities.

Ilya Protas was new to the Hershey Bears last fall, but the Bears weren’t new to him. And on Monday afternoon, Protas was recalled by the Washington Capitals and is poised to make his NHL debut alongside his brother.

The Washington Capitals have recalled forward Ilya Protas from the Hershey Bears.

Hershey Bears forward Sam Bitten has been suspended for one (1) game as a consequence of a spearing incident in a game at Hartford on Mar. 7.

The Ottawa Senators have acquired forward Graeme Clarke from the Washington Capitals in exchange for forward Wyatt Bongiovanni.

The Washington Capitals have acquired goaltender Jesper Vikman, along with a third-round draft pick in 2027 and a second-round draft pick in 2029, from the Vegas Golden Knights in exchange for forward Nic Dowd.

Hershey Bears forward Justin Nachbaur has been suspended for one (1) game as a consequence of his actions in a game at Rockford on Feb. 28.

Hershey Bears forward Justin Nachbaur has been suspended for three (3) games as a consequence of his actions in a game at Laval on Feb. 13.

Due to impending inclement winter weather, Sunday evening’s scheduled game between the Charlotte Checkers and the Hershey Bears at Giant Center in Hershey, Pa., has been postponed.