John Tortorella, Nathan Paetsch inducted into Amerks Hall of Fame
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 3:24 PM
Last updated Oct 26, 2026
John Tortorella and Nathan Paetsch will be inducted into the Rochester Americans Hall of Fame on December 5, prior to a game against the Belleville Senators. Paetsch, who played seven seasons with the team, retired before the 2021-22 season and has since joined the coaching staff. Tortorella, a former head coach, led Rochester to a Calder Cup championship in 1996 and ranks ninth in NHL coaching wins. This induction ceremony highlights both individuals' significant contributions to the franchise's history.
- •Tortorella and Paetsch are the 72nd and 73rd inductees.
- •Induction ceremony takes place before the Amerks vs. Belleville Senators game.
- •Paetsch played seven seasons with the Amerks and has coaching experience.
- •Tortorella led Amerks to the Calder Cup in 1996 and is a two-time Jack Adams Award winner.
- •Amerks currently have two games left in October.
- 3:24 PMYahoo Sports — Amerks Hall of Fame adds John Tortorella, Nathan Paetsch
"The pair will be inducted prior to the Amerks' game on Dec. 5.
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