Jacksonville Icemen reach new NHL, AHL affiliation agreement
The Jacksonville Icemen have announced a new affiliation agreement with the NHL's Minnesota Wild and the AHL's Iowa Wild. This change follows a three-year partnership with the Buffalo Sabres and aims to enhance the Icemen's competitiveness. The deal is described as multi-year, although specific terms were not disclosed.
- ▪The Icemen missed the postseason for the first time since 2021 before announcing the new affiliation.
- ▪Icemen CEO Andy Kaufmann emphasized the goal of bringing playoff hockey back to Jacksonville.
- ▪The new partnership is seen as a fresh start, with a focus on developing younger players for success.
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