News Summary:
The ECHL announced on Monday, June 22, 2026, in conjunction with the Kalamazoo Wings, that Kalamazoo will host an Outdoor Game against the Toledo Walleye on Sunday, January 31, 2027, at Western Michigan University’s Waldo Stadium. This follows the Florida Everblades securing the ECHL Kelly Cup championship on Monday, June 16, 2026, by defeating the Kansas City Mavericks 5-4 in double overtime in Game 6 of the 2026 Kelly Cup Finals at Cable Dahmer Arena in Independence, Missouri. Earlier, on Saturday, June 13, 2026, ECHL transactions included Kansas City activating Casey Carreau from reserve and placing Jimmy Glynn on reserve. On Friday, June 12, 2026, Florida added Jesse Lansdell to active reserve while placing Ben Brar on reserve, and Kansas City activated Lucas Sowder from reserve. Previously, on Thursday, June 11, 2026, the league announced linesman Ken Radolinski as the 2025-26 recipient of the Ryan Birmingham Memorial Award, which honors an On-Ice Official for contributions and dedication to the league's officiating staff, as determined by a vote of ECHL On-Ice Officials.
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