In a major boost for the city's sports scene, Stockton is set to welcome back professional hockey after a long hiatus. The city's downtown arena is reportedly being eyed as the new home for a team in the ECHL, a top-level minor league hockey league. This development marks a significant step forward for the city, which has been without a professional hockey team since the Stockton Thunder left town in 2010. With the return of professional hockey, Stockton residents can expect a thrilling new entertainment option, and local businesses are likely to reap the economic benefits of hosting a high-energy sports team and its enthusiastic fan base.
'Get ready, Stockton': Professional hockey is returning to Stockton The Stockton Record