In a shocking move that's sending ripples throughout the hockey world, the Jacksonville Icemen have announced a change in their NHL affiliation, leaving behind the Buffalo Sabres after a five-year partnership. The team will now be affiliated with the Minnesota Wild, marking a significant shift in their development pipeline. This change is expected to bring new opportunities for the Icemen's players, who will now have access to the Wild's coaching staff and training resources. As the team prepares for the ECHL season, fans are eager to see how this new affiliation will impact their on-ice performance.

Icemen switch hockey affiliation from Sabres to NHL’s Minnesota Wild  News4JAX