Rivermen Acquire Defenseman Carter Poulin
Peoria acquired the 22-year-old left-shot blueliner from defending champion Evansville for future considerations.
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Coverage of hockey in Peoria focuses on professional league play, collegiate competition and significant international tournament results. It addresses the games, trades and roster decisions that define the sport.
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October 31, 2026
IceCats Edge Past Rivermen in Overtime ThrillerEimantas Noreika leads the Pee Dee IceCats to a 2-1 overtime victory against the Peoria Rivermen.
October 28, 2026
Peoria Rivermen Sign Defenseman Michael FerrandinoThe Rivermen added the veteran defenseman to the roster following a professional tryout stint.
October 25, 2026
Rivermen Win Home Opener at Renovated Carver ArenaThe Peoria Rivermen defeated the Pee Dee 4-1 in front of a crowd of 6,539 fans.
October 20, 2026
Rivermen Sign Winger Davis Kirkendall Before Home OpenerThe Peoria Rivermen added veteran forward Davis Kirkendall to the roster ahead of this Saturday's home opener.
October 15, 2026
Peoria Rivermen Finalize Season Opening RosterThe Rivermen have set their initial lineup of two goaltenders, five defensemen, and twelve forwards ahead of the new season.
October 12, 2026
Rivermen Welcomed Canadian Players to Training CampSeven Canadian players arrived at Peoria Rivermen training camp on Monday following immigration delays.
October 8, 2026
Peoria Rivermen Opened Training CampThe Peoria Rivermen have begun preparations for the upcoming hockey season at the Owens Center.
October 8, 2026
Hoops Pub Expanded With Hockey Theme in PeoriaThe local staple is renovating its downtown location to create a dedicated space for Rivermen memorabilia.
October 4, 2026
Rivermen Signed Garrett Devine for 2026-27 SeasonThe Peoria Rivermen added forward Garrett Devine to the roster as the team prepares for training camp.
September 29, 2026
Mike Gelatt Returned to Peoria Rivermen for Fifth SeasonThe veteran forward rejoined the team roster while Jordan Ernst officially retired from professional hockey.
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This section follows professional league standings, college hockey performance, player transactions and tournament outcomes. It reaches across the city and the communities around it to cover the sport at all levels. Local interest often shifts between the seasonal rhythm of college programs and the professional league milestones that attract the widest audience. Roster moves and coaching changes drive the most consistent reporting throughout the year.