The United States Hockey League (USHL) had 43 picks during the 2026 NHL Draft at the KeyBank Center in Buffalo, N.Y. The NHL credited the USHL with 32 direct selections. After Casey Mutryn (NTDP) was drafted 38th overall, Tobias Trejbal (Youngstown Phantoms) became the first goalie to hear his name called. The 2026 USHL Goalie of the Year was […]
USHL announces markets, partners for West Coast expansion Backed by Hockey Hall of Famers Luc Robitaille, Joe Sakic, and Teemu Selanne, the United States Hockey League (USHL) has announced the six West Coast markets targeted to launch teams by the 2027-28 season, along with the accompanying partners committed to expanding access to the Tier-I American […]
League looks to add clubs in Arizona, California and Nevada In continuance of the National Hockey League (NHL) and USA Hockey’s expanded collaboration supporting advancement of the Tier I junior hockey development pathway in the United States, the United States Hockey League (USHL) and a group of stakeholders have signed a memorandum of understanding to […]
NHL, USA Hockey, and USHL Announce Expanded Support for Tier-I Player Development in the U.S. NEW YORK (May 7, 2026) – The National Hockey League (NHL), USA Hockey, and the United States Hockey League (USHL) today announced an expanded collaboration supporting the continued advancement of the Tier I junior hockey development pathway in the United States. This […]
2010 birth years eligible in Phase I Draft The United States Hockey League (USHL) has partnered with Puck Preps and host Madison Capitols for the 2026 Phase I Draft on Monday, May 4 at 5 p.m. CT/6 p.m. ET and Phase II Draft on Tuesday, May 5 at 11 a.m. CT/12 p.m. ET. The draft […]
The United States Hockey League (USHL) today announced a multi-year contract extension for President and Commissioner Glenn Hefferan. Since becoming Commissioner, Hefferan has helped guide the League through a period of change across the North American player development landscape, including recent NCAA eligibility developments, while continuing to strengthen the USHL’s position as the nation’s only […]
The United States Hockey League has announced its All-USHL Teams for the 2025-26 season, recognizing 18 players from across the league. Each team consists of three forwards, two defensemen, and one goaltender. All end-of-season league awards were nominated and voted upon by team general managers. All-USHL First Team Alex Pelletier, F, Lincoln Stars Pelletier […]
USHL Introduces Standard Player Development Agreement to Strengthen Player-First Development Model The United States Hockey League (USHL) today announced the adoption of its Standard Player Development Agreement (SPDA), reaffirming the League’s long-standing Player-First approach and enhancing the framework that supports athletes pursuing NCAA Division I hockey and National Hockey League opportunities. With the support of USA […]
Finalists Announced for The Gaudreau Award Last season, the United States Hockey League (USHL) introduced The Gaudreau Award to honor the brothers’ legacy and build upon touching tributes and memorials across the hockey world that have shown unified support for the Gaudreau family. The award was established to recognize the player who best embodies the traits and […]
Game will be held Jan. 15 in Michigan The rosters for the 2026 Chipotle All-American Game, scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 15, at 7 p.m. at USA Hockey Arena in Plymouth, Mich., were announced Monday. The game will feature the top 2026 NHL Draft-eligible players in the United States Hockey League (USHL), including talent from the […]
