Excitement hits the ECHL as teams gear up for an action-packed day on October 17. Multiple matches are set to unfold across various venues, showcasing talent, ambition, and fierce competition. Here’s a detailed preview of today’s matchups.
Today’s ECHL Match Schedule
- Reading Royals at Trois-Rivières Lions – 7 p.m. ET
- Fort Wayne Komets at Indy Fuel – 7 p.m. ET
- Florida Everblades at Orlando Solar Bears – 7 p.m. ET
- Norfolk Admirals at Savannah Ghost Pirates – 7 p.m. ET
- Utah Grizzlies at Greenville Swamp Rabbits – 7:05 p.m. ET
- Tulsa Oilers at Iowa Heartlanders – 7 p.m. CT
- Rapid City Rush at Kansas City Mavericks – 7:05 p.m. CT
- Idaho Steelheads at Tahoe Knight Monsters – 7 p.m. PT
Match Previews
Reading Royals vs. Trois-Rivières Lions
Anthony Peters makes his head-coaching debut with the Royals. Last season, Anthony Beauregard led the Lions with 67 points, ranking 10th in the league. The Lions are opening their season at home for the fifth consecutive year.
Fort Wayne Komets vs. Indy Fuel
Jalen Smereck of the Komets tied for seventh among defensemen last season with 46 points. Duncan Dalmao, the Fuel’s head coach, boasts a record of 125-85-23 over three seasons. The Komets will start their season with an 11-game road trip.
Florida Everblades vs. Orlando Solar Bears
Cam Johnson, the Everblades’ goalie, ranks eighth in ECHL history with 17 shutouts. Orlando’s Aaron Luchuk led his team last season with 59 points. Coach Brad Ralph from the Everblades holds third place in all-time league wins, with 535.
Norfolk Admirals vs. Savannah Ghost Pirates
Brady Fleurent of the Admirals logged 77 points last season, tying for fifth in the league. Logan Drevitch is the active leader for the Ghost Pirates with 210 games played and 141 points. The Admirals have won 40 or more games in each of the last two seasons.
Utah Grizzlies vs. Greenville Swamp Rabbits
Dryden McKay recorded 1,159 saves last season, ranking third in the ECHL. Chad Costello is 70-67-7 over two seasons as the Swamp Rabbits’ head coach. John Becanic makes his professional head-coaching debut with the Grizzlies today.
Tulsa Oilers vs. Iowa Heartlanders
Rob Murray of the Oilers is tied for fifth in ECHL history with 491 wins. Chuck Weber, coaching the Heartlanders, previously led Cincinnati to two Kelly Cup titles. The Oilers led the league in shots per game last season.
Rapid City Rush vs. Kansas City Mavericks
Ryan Wagner of the Rush scored 79 points last season, ranking second in the league. Jack LaFontaine from the Mavericks had a 2.22 goals-against average last season. David Smith makes his head-coaching debut for Rapid City today.
Idaho Steelheads vs. Tahoe Knight Monsters
Ty Pelton-Byce led Idaho last season with 61 points. Sloan Stanick of Tahoe tied for second overall among rookies with 79 points last season. The Steelheads excelled in close games, boasting a 19-2-2 record in one-goal matches.
Fans are eager for this day of ECHL action, with each game presenting unique storylines and competitive spirit. Follow El-Balad for updates and highlights from today’s exciting matches.
