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Defenseman Andrew Nielsen Leaves Maine Mariners, Signs Overseas in England

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By: Jake Ferraro | Follow me on Twitter/X @18Jxxx18

Defenseman Andrew Nielsen was drafted with the 65th overall pick in the 2015 National Hockey League Draft by the Toronto Maple Leafs. Nielsen never got to play in an NHL game after being drafted and bounced around in the minor leagues. After playing for three different ECHL teams during the 2024-25 season, Nielsen signed with the … Keep Reading

Bruins Extend Goaltender Luke Cavallin

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By: Ryan Bosworth | Follow me on Twitter/X @RyanJBosworth

The Boston Bruins have just announced that they have signed goaltender Luke Cavallin to a one-year, two-way contract extension with a National Hockey League cap hit of $850,000. The news comes just a few hours before the start of NHL free agency.

Cavallin, 25, split time this season between the Providence … Keep Reading

More Than Hockey: Xander Lamppa Talks About His Experience With the Maine Mariners

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By: Ryan Finch | Follow me on Twitter/X @RyanFinch0815

When you look back many years later, what do you think you’ll remember most about being a Maine Mariner? “I think I’m going to remember all of the memories and special moments I was a part of off the ice,” Lamppa said. “All of the amazing dinners, the team gatherings, and all of the incredible … Keep Reading

From Brick Wall to Fan Favorite: Brad Arvanitis’ Maine Mariners Legacy Comes to a Close

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By: Ryan Finch | Follow me on Twitter/X @RyanFinch0815

Maine Mariners veteran goaltender Brad Arvanitis has signed a deal to join the Guildford Flames of the United Kingdom’s Elite Ice Hockey League, bringing an end to what has been an impressive three-year run in Maine. Throughout his time with the Mariners, Arvanitis established himself as a reliable and steady presence between the pipes, consistently … Keep Reading

Maine Mariners Lose Forward Brooklyn Kalmikov to Slovak League Opportunity

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By: Ryan Finch | Follow me on Twitter/X @RyanFinch0815

Another key contributor from the Maine Mariners is headed overseas, as 25-year-old forward Brooklyn Kalmikov has signed a deal to continue his career with HKM Zvolen of the Slovak Professional Ice Hockey League. Kalmikov becomes the second Mariners player this offseason to make the move overseas, joining forward Jacob Hudson, who recently signed a deal to … Keep Reading

Maine Mariners Forward Xander Lamppa Signs Overseas With Fife Flyers

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By: Jake Ferraro | Follow me on Twitter/X @18Jxxx18

The Maine Mariners have had a busy 2026 offseason so far. The Mariners acquired the rights to Jack Works from the Wheeling Nailers to complete their January 2026 trade, then lost forwards Brooklyn Kalmikov and Jacob Hudson after they signed new contracts to play overseas. Now, another forward is gone from the Mariners’ roster.

Today, forward … Keep Reading

Maine Mariners Finalize January 2026 Trade With Wheeling Nailers

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By: Jake Ferraro | Follow me on Twitter/X @18Jxxx18

On Jan. 29, 2026, the Maine Mariners and Wheeling Nailers made a trade. The Mariners traded defenseman Tristan Thompson to the Nailers in exchange for future considerations. Thompson finished the 2025-26 season playing in 31 games and 15 playoff games for the Nailers. In a twist, Thompson got to play against the Mariners in the … Keep Reading

From Maine to the World: Former Mariner Jacob Hudson Begins Next Chapter Overseas

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By: Ryan Finch | Follow me on Twitter/X @RyanFinch0815

The Maine Mariners are saying goodbye to one of their key contributors as Jacob Hudson begins the next chapter of his hockey journey overseas with EC-KAC of the ICEHL. Hudson will join one of the league’s top organizations after EC-KAC finished second in the ICEHL standings and advanced to the postseason. For any hockey player, … Keep Reading

Max Andreev on the Maine Mariners, the Fans, and the Future

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By: Ryan Finch | Follow me on Twitter/X @RyanFinch0815

“Awesome. The crowd gave us a little extra every night,” said Maine Mariners forward Max Andreev.

Andreev spoke enthusiastically about the support he received from Mariners fans throughout the season and playoffs, describing the atmosphere at Cross Insurance Arena as one of the highlights of his year in Maine.

“The first playoff game … Keep Reading

Maine Mariners Announce 19 Players for the Team’s 2026 Protected List

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By: Jake Ferraro | Follow me on Twitter/X @18Jxxx18

The 2025-26 Maine Mariners season ended tough with a Game 7 loss to the Wheeling Nailers in the second round of the Kelly Cup Playoffs. However, the Mariners’ win in their first playoff series in franchise history has the team and fans excited for next season. The Mariners will begin their 2026-27 season against the Worcester … Keep Reading

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