Opening schedules set for 2026 Calder Cup Playoffs

The American Hockey League has released the schedules for the opening series of the 2026 Calder Cup Playoffs, including the best-of-three First Round and the best-of-five Division Semifinals, presented by FloHockey.

Pelletier, Kaliyev win AHL scoring races

Syracuse Crunch forward Jakob Pelletier and Belleville Senators forward Arthur Kaliyev have claimed the American Hockey League’s two prestigious offensive awards for the 2025-26 season.

Griffins’ Cossa, Postava claim Harry “Hap” Holmes Award

Sebastian Cossa and Michal Postava of the Grand Rapids Griffins have won the Harry “Hap” Holmes Memorial Award for the 2025-26 season. Since 1972, the award has been presented to the goaltender(s) on the team which allows the fewest goals per game in the regular season.

Amerks claim last playoff spot in North

The Rochester Americans clinched a berth in the 2026 Calder Cup Playoffs on the final day of the regular season, rallying in the third period to earn the single point they needed before falling 5-4 in overtime at Hershey.

AHL Playoff Primer: April 19

The AHL’s daily look at the race to the 2026 Calder Cup Playoffs. The 2025-26 regular season ends on April 19.