In 2021, the New Jersey Devils relocated their AHL program from Binghamton to Utica, New York, kicking off their ten-year affiliation with the Utica Comets. The Comets compete in the North Division of the Eastern Conference and even won a regular season division championship in 2014–15 and 2021-22.

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The matchup is not only the first game of the season but also the first full season with head coach Ryan Parent at the helm. Parent helped guide the Comets to a strong finish last season. Captain Ryan Schmelzer also returns, bringing his leadership and stellar play.

The franchise dates back to 1998 with the Lowell Lock Monsters of Lowell, Mass. The Lock Monsters served as affiliates for several NHL teams before being purchased by the New Jersey Devils in 2006. 

After a 2010 move to Albany, N.Y., and seven years as the Albany Devils, the franchise spent four seasons in Binghamton, N.Y., as the Binghamton Devils. Finally, in 2021, the Utica Comets came to be. And here they will stay for the near future.

AHL Opening Weekend Schedule On FloHockey

Here’s every AHL game that will happen in week one, with all times listed in Eastern Time. All games can be streamed on FloHockey and the FloSports App. Subscribe here to not miss any of the action.

Friday, October 10

• 7:00 pm — Cleveland vs Utica
• 7:05 pm — Toronto vs Rochester
• 8:00 pm — Laval vs Manitoba
• 8:00 pm — Grand Rapids vs Texas
• 9:05 pm — Calgary vs Colorado
• 10:00 pm — Tucson vs Ontario
• 10:00 pm — Abbotsford vs Henderson
• 10:00 pm — San Diego vs Coachella Valley

Saturday, October 11

• 3:00 pm — Cleveland vs Utica
• 4:00 pm — Rochester vs Toronto
• 6:00 pm — Bakersfield vs San Jose
• 6:05 pm — Hartford vs Wilkes-Barre/Scranton
• 6:05 pm — Charlotte vs Springfield
• 7:00 pm — Providence vs Bridgeport
• 7:00 pm — Syracuse vs Hershey
• 7:00 pm — Chicago vs Iowa
• 7:05 pm — Belleville vs Lehigh Valley
• 8:00 pm — Milwaukee vs Rockford
• 8:00 pm — Grand Rapids vs Texas
• 9:00 pm — Abbotsford vs Henderson
• 9:05 pm — Calgary vs Colorado

Sunday, October 12

• 3:00 pm — Belleville vs Bridgeport
• 3:00 pm — Laval vs Manitoba
• 3:05 pm — Charlotte vs Providence
• 3:05 pm — Wilkes-Barre/Scranton vs Lehigh Valley
• 5:00 pm — Syracuse vs Hershey
• 6:00 pm — Rockford vs Iowa
• 6:00 pm — Tucson vs Ontario

Top AHL Prospects

While we’re still waiting for NHL camps to finish to see the final rosters, here are some of the top AHL prospects going into the 2025-26 season.

• Artyom Levshunov, Rockford
• Isaac Howard, Bakersfield
• Matt Savoie, Bakersfield
• Jacob Fowler, Laval
• Dalibor Dvorsky, Springfield
• Andrew Cristall, Hershey
• Ivan Miroshinchenko, Hershey
• Ilya Protas, Hershey
• Axel Sandin Pellikka, Grand Rapids
• Nate Danielson, Grand Rapids
• Sebastian Cossa, Grand Rapids
• Emil Hemming, Texas
• Tanner Molendyk, Milwaukee
• Danila Yurov, Iowa
• Liam Ohgren, Iowa

What were the 2024-25 AHL Standings?

View the full 2024-25 AHL regular season standings below. Click here to view the latest standings.

Atlantic Division

1. y - Hershey Bears - 96
2. x - Charlotte Checkers - 94
3. x - Providence Bruins - 90
4. x - Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins - 88
5. x - Lehigh Valley Phantoms - 80
6. x - Springfield Thunderbirds - 74
7. Hartford Wolf Pack - 69
8. Bridgeport Islanders - 37

North Division

1. y - Laval Rocket - 101
2. x - Rochester Americans - 92
3. x - Syracuse Crunch - 86
4. x - Toronto Marlies - 86
5. x - Cleveland Monsters - 81
6. Belleville Senators - 79
7. Utica Comets - 70

Central Division

1. y - Milwaukee Admirals - 91
2. x - Texas Stars - 89
3. x - Grand Rapids Griffins - 80
4. x - Chicago Wolves - 78
5. x - Rockford IceHogs - 70
6. Iowa Wild - 62
7. Manitoba Moose - 56

Pacific Division

1. y - Colorado Eagles - 94
2. x - Abbotsford Canucks - 92
3. x - Ontario Reign - 90
4. x - Coachella Valley Firebirds - 84
5. x - Calgary Wranglers - 81
6. x - San Jose Barracuda - 81
7. x - Tucson Roadrunners - 74
8. Bakersfield Condors - 74
9. San Diego Gulls - 66
10. Henderson Silver Knights - 63

x = Clinched Playoff Position

y = Clinched Division

Who Won The 2025 Calder Cup Playoffs?

The Abbotsford Canucks won the finals of the 2025 Calder Cup playoffs against the Charlotte Checkers in six games. It's the franchise's first Calder Cup.

How To Watch AHL Hockey Live This Season

Fans can watch every AHL game live and on-demand on FloHockey from the preseason through to the last game of the Calder Cup finals.

When Do The Calder Cup Playoffs Start?

The last game of the 2025-26 AHL regular season is scheduled for Sunday, April 19. The Calder Cup playoffs typically begin a few days after the conclusion of the regular season.

NHL Prospect Coverage On FloHockey

The best, and most complete, coverage of the NHL minor league hockey and NHL Draft is found on FloHockey. Don't miss the latest new prospect guides, rankings and more from Chris Peters and the FloHockey staff.

Watch the AHL, ECHL, QMJHL, USHL, And More On FloHockey

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