Professional hockey is returning to New Mexico. The ECHL, a development league for the NHL and AHL, has awarded an expansion ...

There wasn’t a ceremonial puck drop Tuesday at Rio Rancho Events Center. Matter of fact, there won’t be until October 2026, ...

Rev Entertainment to launch new franchise at Rio Rancho Events Center; community reaction strong as state reenters pro hockey ...

Fans will get the opportunity to name the future 31st ECHL franchise, which will begin play in the 2026-27 season.

Matter of fact, there won't be until October 2026, when pro hockey makes its formal return to New Mexico. There was the celebratory air to match one, however, as plans for the ECHL's New Mexico ...

RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – Professional hockey is returning to New Mexico. The ECHL, a development league for the NHL and AHL, has awarded an expansion franchise to the city of Rio Rancho.

The ECHL is a minor professional hockey league and the league is adding its 31st team right here in New Mexico. They’re called the New Mexico Pro Hockey Club and their inaugural season will ...

State lawmakers have given the New Mexico Department of Game & Fish a new name, a new mission, new leadership and a boost in ...