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New Mexico Goatheads sign two players, reach double-digit roster

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 3:06 AM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

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Summary

The New Mexico Goatheads have signed forward Dakota Seaman and right winger Jake Chiasson, bringing their roster to 10 players for the 2026-27 season. The Goatheads are the ECHL affiliate of the Colorado Avalanche and will begin their inaugural campaign on October 16 at the Rio Rancho Events Center. Seaman, 24, played for the ECHL’s Tulsa Oilers last season, while 23-year-old Chiasson has experience in both the ECHL and AHL, having been drafted by the Edmonton Oilers in 2021. With a roster limit of 20 players, the Goatheads now have six forwards and four defensemen signed.

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By the Numbers

•Goatheads now have 10 players signed for the upcoming season
•Seaman and Chiasson are recent additions to the roster
•Team starts inaugural season on October 16
•Roster includes six forwards and four defensemen
•Goatheads are the ECHL affiliate of the Colorado Avalanche

Latest Updates

3:06 AMYahoo Sports — Goatheads' roster officially hits double-digits

What they're saying

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The New Mexico Goatheads’ roster is now past the halfway point. The Colorado Avalanche’s ECHL affiliate announced the signings of forward Dakota Seaman on Tuesday and right winger Jake Chiasson on Thursday for the 2026-27 season. Seaman and Chiasson are the ninth and 10th players, respectively, to sign with the first-year franchise, which begins its inaugural campaign Oct. 16 at the Rio Rancho ...
— Yahoo Sports

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