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

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

RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – A minor professional hockey team is coming to Rio Rancho, the ECHL announced Friday. The New Mexico ...

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

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 league announced Friday morning that the Board of Governors has approved the expansion application of Rio Rancho, New Mexico for admittance into the ECHL. The club will begin play in the 2026 ...

The ECHL announced Friday that the league Board of Governors has approved the expansion application Rio Rancho, New Mexico, ...

A Texas-based sports entertainment company is behind the effort to revive pro hockey in the Land of Enchantment, with games ...

RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – A minor professional hockey team is coming to Rio Rancho, the ECHL announced Friday. The New Mexico Professional Hockey Club will begin play in the 2026-27 season at ...

"(Rio Rancho Events Center ... Only three NHL clubs currently do not have ECHL affiliates. New Mexico will align with a club by spring or summer 2026, according to Crelin. It's unclear which ...