Peoria Rivermen sign veteran forward Garrett Devine for 2026-27 season

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Last updated Oct 4, 2026

Peoria Rivermen sign veteran forward Garrett Devine for 2026-27 season
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The Peoria Rivermen announced the signing of veteran forward Garrett Devine as their training camp for the 2026-27 SPHL season approaches. Devine, who was part of the team that reached the President’s Cup Finals last season, returns after remaining uncommitted for this upcoming season. His arrival follows the move of defenseman Kylar Fenton to ECHL Norfolk and the release of two players. The Rivermen begin their season with an opener against Quad City on October 17 and a home opener on October 24 against Pee Dee.

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  • •Garrett Devine previously contributed with 10 goals and 18 assists in 33 games.
  • •Kylar Fenton has signed with ECHL Norfolk, opening a roster spot.
  • •Peoria training camp starts on October 6 at Owens Center.
  • •The Rivermen's season opener is on October 17 against Quad City.
  • •The home opener is set for October 24 against Pee Dee.
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The Peoria Rivermen have surprised with the signing of veteran Garrett Devine. Peoria sees Kylar Fenton head up to ECHL, released two other players.

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