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Ontario Reign aim for Calder Cup in 2026-27 AHL season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 3:49 AM

Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Ontario Reign aim for Calder Cup in 2026-27 AHL season

Summary

The Ontario Reign are set to begin their 2026-27 AHL season following a successful previous year, where they finished first in the Pacific Division but were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs by the Coachella Valley Firebirds. With a similar coaching staff and core players returning, the Reign are optimistic about making a deeper playoff run this season. Key additions include veterans Scott Perunovich and Erik Gustafsson, as well as promising young talent like Carter George. They will need to address goaltending with multiple strong options available as they enter the season. The Reign are expected to leverage their past successes for future performance.

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Status Watch

•Last season's record was 47-20-3-2, finishing first in the Pacific Division.
•The team aims to improve after an early playoff exit to Coachella Valley.
•Erik Portillo returns as a key goaltender option alongside new addition Carter George.
•Scott Perunovich and Erik Gustafsson are vital veteran signings for the defense.
•Top prospect Kenny Connors scored 41 points last season, expected to contribute significantly.

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3:49 AMYahoo Sports — Ontario Reign 2026-27 American Hockey League Season Preview

What they're saying

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After a great season with a tough playoff exit, the Ontario Reign are hopeful this is the team that breaks through and makes a run at the Calder Cup.
— Yahoo Sports

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