Hockey Teams in Every U.S. State: Complete NHL & College List (2023)

Wondering what hockey teams are in every U.S. state?

Well, you’ve come to the right place.

In this article, you’ll find every single top-level hockey team in all 50 U.S. states!

Scroll down to a state and you’ll find what hockey teams are there: including NHL teams, college teams, and other high-level hockey teams like AHL, ECHL, Juniors, and more!

Feel free to quickly scroll down to a state in the table of contents.

And… don’t forget to check out the FAQ at the bottom for the most common questions about hockey in the USA!

Alabama

Here’s what hockey teams are in Alabama:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

None

SPHL

Birmingham Bulls
Huntsville Havoc

FPHL

None

College

University of Alabama – Huntsville (NCAA Men’s D1)
University of Alabama – Tuscaloosa (ACHA Men’s D1)

Juniors

None

Want to see the complete list of different hockey teams in Alabama? Check out our full guide: What Hockey Teams Are in Alabama.

Alaska

Here’s what hockey teams are in Alaska:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

University of Alaska – Anchorage (NCAA Men’s D1)
University of Alaska – Fairbanks (NCAA Men’s D1)

Juniors

Anchorage Wolverines (NAHL – Tier II)
Fairbanks Ice Dogs (NAHL – Tier II)
Kenai River Brown Bears (NAHL – Tier II)

Want to see the complete list of different hockey teams in Alaska? Check out our full guide: What Hockey Teams Are in Alaska.

Arizona

Here’s what hockey teams are in Arizona:

NHL

Arizona Coyotes

AHL

Tucson Roadrunners

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

Arizona State University (NCAA Men’s D1)
Grand Canyon University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Arizona State University (ACHA Men’s D1)
University of Arizona (ACHA Men’s D1)
Grand Canyon University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Arizona State University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Northern Arizona University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Grand Canyon University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Arizona State University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Northern Arizona University (ACHA Men’s D3)

Juniors

None

Want to see the complete list of different hockey teams in Arizona? Check out our full guide: What Hockey Teams Are in Arizona.

Arkansas

Here’s what hockey teams are in Arkansas:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

University of Arkansas (ACHA Men’s D3)

Juniors

None

Want to see the complete list of different hockey teams in Arkansas? Check out our full guide: What Hockey Teams Are in Arkansas.

California

Here’s what hockey teams are in California:

NHL

Anaheim Ducks
Los Angeles Kings
San Jose Sharks

AHL

Bakersfield Condors
Coachella Valley Firebirds
Ontario Reign
San Diego Gulls
San Jose Barracuda

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

San Diego State University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Santa Rosa Junior College (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of California Davis (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of California Berkeley (ACHA Men’s D2)
Stanford University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Santa Clara University (ACHA Men’s D2)
San Jose State University (ACHA Men’s D2)
California State University Bakersfield (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of California Santa Barbara (ACHA Men’s D2)
California Lutheran University (ACHA Men’s D2)
California State University Northridge (ACHA Men’s D2)
UCLA (ACHA Men’s D2)
California State University Long Beach (ACHA Men’s D2)
California State University Fullerton (ACHA Men’s D2)
Chapman University (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of California Irvine (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of California San Diego (ACHA Men’s D2)

Juniors

Bakersfield Roughnecks (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Fresno Monsters (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Lake Tahoe Lakers (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Long Beach Shredders (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Ontario Jr. Reign (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
San Diego Sabers (USPHL – Premier Tier III)

Want to see the complete list of different hockey teams in California? Check out our full guide: What Hockey Teams Are in California.

Colorado

Here’s what hockey teams are in Colorado:

NHL

Colorado Avalanche

AHL

Colorado Eagles

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

Colorado College (NCAA Men’s D1)
United States Air Force Academy (NCAA Men’s D1)
University of Denver (NCAA Men’s D1)
University of Colorado (ACHA Men’s D1)
Colorado State University (ACHA Men’s D1)
University of Denver (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of Colorado (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of Northern Colorado (ACHA Men’s D2)
Colorado State University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Colorado Mesa University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Western Colorado University (ACHA Men’s D3)
University of Colorado-Colorado Springs (ACHA Men’s D3)
United States Air Force Academy (ACHA Men’s D3)
Colorado School of Mines (ACHA Men’s D3)

Juniors

Northern Colorado Eagles (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Pueblo Bulls (USPHL – Premier Tier III)

Want to see the complete list of different hockey teams in Colorado? Check out our full guide: What Hockey Teams Are in Colorado.

Connecticut

Here’s what hockey teams are in Connecticut:

NHL

None

AHL

Bridgeport Islanders

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

The Danbury Hat Tricks

College

Quinnipiac University (NCAA Men’s D1)
Sacred Heart University (NCAA Men’s D1)
University of Connecticut (NCAA Men’s D1)
Yale University (NCAA Men’s D1)
Post University (NCAA Men’s D2)
Sacred Heart University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Central Connecticut State University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Connecticut College (ACHA Men’s D2)
Eastern Connecticut State University (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of Connecticut (ACHA Men’s D2)
Wesleyan University (NCAA Men’s D3)
Albertus Magnus College (NCAA Men’s D3)
Connecticut College (NCAA Men’s D3)
Trinity College – Connecticut (NCAA Men’s D3)
Sacred Heart University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Yale University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Western Connecticut State University (ACHA Men’s D3)
University of New Haven (ACHA Men’s D3)
Trinity College (ACHA Men’s D3)
University of Connecticut (ACHA Men’s D3)
United States Coast Guard Academy (ACHA Men’s D3)

Juniors

Danbury Jr. Hat Tricks (NAHL Tier II)
Connecticut Jr. Rangers (USPHL – NCDC Tier II)
Danbury Jr. Hat Tricks (NA3HL Tier III)
Norwich Sea Captains (NA3HL Tier III)
Connecticut Jr. Rangers (USPHL – Premier Tier III)

Want to see the complete list of different hockey teams in Connecticut? Check out our full guide: What Hockey Teams Are in Connecticut.

Delaware

Here’s what hockey teams are in Delaware:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

Delaware Thunder

College

University of Delaware (ACHA Men’s D1)
University of Delaware (ACHA Men’s D2)

Juniors

None

Want to see the complete list of different hockey teams in Delaware? Check out our full guide: What Hockey Teams Are in Delaware.

Florida

Here’s what hockey teams are in Florida:

NHL

Florida Panthers
Tampa Bay Lightning

AHL

None

ECHL

Florida Everblades
Jacksonville Icemen
Orlando Solar Bears

SPHL

Pensacola Ice Flyers

FPHL

None

College

Florida Gulf Coast University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Florida Gulf Coast University (ACHA Men’s D3)

Juniors

Florida Eels (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Florida Jr. Blades (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Palm Beach Typhoon (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Tampa Bay Juniors (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Florida Eels (USPHL – Elite Tier III)
Florida Jr. Blades (USPHL – Elite Tier III)
Palm Beach Typhoon (USPHL – Elite Tier III)
Tampa Bay Juniors (USPHL – Elite Tier III)

Want to see the complete list of different hockey teams in Florida? Check out our full guide: What Hockey Teams Are in Florida.

Georgia

Here’s what hockey teams are in Georgia:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

Atlanta Gladiators
Savannah Ghost Pirates

SPHL

Macon Mayhem

FPHL

Columbus River Dragons

College

University of Georgia Ice Dawgs (ACHA Men’s D3)
Georgia Institute of Technology Yellow Jackets (ACHA Men’s D3)
Auburn University Tigers (ACHA Men’s D3)

Juniors

Atlanta Madhatters (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Atlanta Madhatters (USPHL – Elite Tier III)
Atlanta Capitals (NA3HL – Tier III)

Want to see the complete list of different hockey teams in Georgia? Check out our full guide: What Hockey Teams Are in Georgia.

Hawaii

Here’s what hockey teams are in Hawaii:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

None

Juniors

None

While Hawaii doesn’t have any teams from juniors all the way to the NHL, the state still has a few hockey clubs. You can find them in our full guide: What Hockey Teams Are in Hawaii.

Idaho

Here’s what hockey teams are in Idaho:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

Idaho Steelheads

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

University of Idaho (ACHA Men’s D2)
Boise State University (ACHA Men’s D2)

Juniors

None

Want to see the complete list of different hockey teams in Idaho? Check out our full guide: What Hockey Teams Are in Idaho.

Illinois

Here’s what hockey teams are in Illinois:

NHL

Chicago Blackhawks

AHL

Chicago Wolves
Rockford IceHogs

ECHL

None

SPHL

Peoria Rivermen
Quad City Storm

FPHL

None

College

Northern Illinois University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Roosevelt University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Illinois State University (ACHA Men’s D1)
University of Illinois (ACHA Men’s D1)
McKendree University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Roosevelt University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Aurora University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Lewis University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Bradley University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Illinois State University (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of Illinois (ACHA Men’s D2)
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (ACHA Men’s D2)
McKendree University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Aurora University (NCAA Men’s D3)
Lake Forest College (NCAA Men’s D3)
Roosevelt University (NAIA Men’s D3)
Northwestern University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Northern Illinois University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Wheaton College (ACHA Men’s D3)
Aurora University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Bradley University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Illinois State University (ACHA Men’s D3)

Juniors

Chicago Steel (USHL – Tier I
Springfield Jr. Blues (NAHL – Tier II)
Peoria Mustangs (NA3HL – Tier III)
Chicago Cougars (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Chicago Crush (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Decatur Blaze (USPHL – Premier Tier III)

Want to see the complete list of different hockey teams in Illinois? Check out our full guide: What Hockey Teams Are in Illinois.

Indiana

Here’s what hockey teams are in Indiana:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

Fort Wayne Komets
Indy Fuel

SPHL

Evansville Thunderbolts

FPHL

None

College

University of Notre Dame (NCAA Men’s D1)
Indiana University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Trine University – Madison (NCAA Men’s D3)
Indiana Tech (NCAA Men’s D3)
Ball State University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Butler University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Indiana University Purdue University of Indianapolis (IUPUI) (ACHA Men’s D3)

Juniors

Fort Wayne Spacemen (USPHL – Premier Tier III)

Want to see the complete list of different hockey teams in Indiana? Check out our full guide: What Hockey Teams Are in Indiana.

Iowa

Here’s what hockey teams are in Iowa:

NHL

None

AHL

Iowa Wild

ECHL

Iowa Heartlanders

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

Waldorf University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Iowa State University (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of Iowa (ACHA Men’s D2)
Dordt University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Iowa State University (ACHA Men’s D3)

Juniors

Cedar Rapids RoughRiders (USHL Tier I)
Dubuque Fighting Saints (USHL Tier I)
Des Moines Buccaneers (USHL Tier I)
Sioux City Musketeers (USHL Tier I)
Waterloo Black Hawks (USHL Tier I)
North Iowa Bulls (NAHL Tier II)
Mason City Toros (NA3HL Tier III)

Want to see the complete list of different hockey teams in Iowa? Check out our full guide: What Hockey Teams Are in Iowa.

Kansas

Here’s what hockey teams are in Kansas:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

Wichita Thunder

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

University of Kansas (ACHA Men’s D3)

Juniors

Cedar Rapids RoughRiders (USHL Tier I)
Dubuque Fighting Saints (USHL Tier I)
Des Moines Buccaneers (USHL Tier I)
Sioux City Musketeers (USHL Tier I)
Waterloo Black Hawks (USHL Tier I)
North Iowa Bulls (NAHL Tier II)
Mason City Toros (NA3HL Tier III)

Want to see the complete list of different hockey teams in Kansas? Check out our full guide: What Hockey Teams Are in Kansas.

Kentucky

Here’s what hockey teams are in Kansas:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

University of Louisville (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of Kentucky (ACHA Men’s D2)

Juniors

None

Want to see the complete list of different hockey teams in Kentucky? Check out our full guide: What Hockey Teams Are in Kentucky.

Louisiana

Here’s what hockey teams are in Louisiana:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

Baton Rouge (not named yet) (2023)

College

None

Juniors

Shreveport Mudbugs (NAHL – Tier II)
Louisiana Drillers (NA3HL – Tier II)

Want to see the complete list of different hockey teams in Louisiana? Check out our full guide: What Hockey Teams Are in Louisiana.

Maine

Here’s what hockey teams are in Maine:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

Maine Mariners

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

University of Maine (NCAA Men’s D1)
University of Maine (ACHA Men’s D2)
Bowdoin College (NCAA Men’s D3)
Colby College (NCAA Men’s D3)
University of New England (NCAA Men’s D3)
University of Southern Maine (NCAA Men’s D3)
Thomas College (ACHA Men’s D3)
Central Maine Community College (ACHA Men’s D3)
Bates College (ACHA Men’s D3)
University of Southern Maine (ACHA Men’s D3)
Saint Joseph’s College of Maine (ACHA Men’s D3)
University of New England (ACHA Men’s D3)
Northern Maine Community College (USCAA JC)

Juniors

Maine Nordiques (NAHL Tier II)
Twin City Thunder (USPHL – NCDC Tier II)
Twin City Thunder (USPHL – Premier Tier III)

Want to see the complete list of different hockey teams in Maine? Check out our full guide: What Hockey Teams Are in Maine.

Maryland

Here’s what hockey teams are in Maryland:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

Stevenson University (NCAA Men’s D3)
Towson University (ACHA Men’s D1)
United States Naval Academy (ACHA Men’s D1)
Stevenson University (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of Maryland (ACHA Men’s D2)
Stevenson University (ACHA Men’s D3)
United States Naval Academy (ACHA Men’s D3)

Juniors

Maryland Black Bears (NAHL – Tier II)
Team Maryland (EHL – Tier III)

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Massachusetts

Here’s what hockey teams are in Massachusetts:

NHL

Boston Bruins

AHL

Springfield Thunderbirds

ECHL

Worcester Railers

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

Massachusetts D2 College Hockey Teams:

American International College (NCAA Men’s D1)
Bentley University (NCAA Men’s D1)
Boston College (NCAA Men’s D1)
Boston University (NCAA Men’s D1)
College of the Holy Cross (NCAA Men’s D1)
Harvard University (NCAA Men’s D1)
Merrimack College (NCAA Men’s D1)
Northeastern University (NCAA Men’s D1)
Stonehill College (NCAA Men’s D1)
University of Massachusetts – Amherst (NCAA Men’s D1)
University of Massachusetts – Lowell (NCAA Men’s D1)

Massachusetts D2 College Hockey Teams:

Assumption University (NCAA Men’s D2)
Massachusetts ACHA D2 College Hockey Teams:
Westfield State University (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of Massachusetts Amherst (ACHA Men’s D2)
College of Holy Cross (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of Massachusetts Lowell (ACHA Men’s D2)
Boston College (ACHA Men’s D2)
Suffolk University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Bridgewater State University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Merrimack College (ACHA Men’s D2)

Massachusetts D3 College Hockey Teams:

Amherst College (NCAA Men’s D3)
Anna Maria College (NCAA Men’s D3)
Babson College (NCAA Men’s D3)
Curry College (NCAA Men’s D3)
Endicott College (NCAA Men’s D3)
Fitchburg State University (NCAA Men’s D3)
Framingham State University (NCAA Men’s D3)
Nichols College (NCAA Men’s D3)
Salem State University (NCAA Men’s D3)
Suffolk University (NCAA Men’s D3)
Tufts University (NCAA Men’s D3)
University of Massachusetts – Boston (NCAA Men’s D3)
University of Massachusetts – Dartmouth (NCAA Men’s D3)
Wentworth Institute of Technology (NCAA Men’s D3)
Western New England University (NCAA Men’s D3)
Williams College (NCAA Men’s D3)
Worcester State University (NCAA Men’s D3)
Springfield College (ACHA Men’s D3)
Worcester Polytechnic Institute (ACHA Men’s D3)
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (ACHA Men’s D3)
Wentworth Institute of Technology(ACHA Men’s D3)

Juniors

Northeast Generals (NAHL – Tier II)
Boston Advantage (USPHL – NCDC Tier II)
Boston Junior Bruins (USPHL – NCDC Tier II)
Islanders Hockey Club (USPHL – NCDC Tier II)
South Shore Kings (USPHL – NCDC Tier II)
Bay State Bobcats (NA3HL – Tier III)
Northeast Generals (NA3HL – Tier III)
Boston Advantage (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Boston Junior Bruins (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Boston Junior Bruins (USPHL – Elite Tier III)
Bridgewater Bandits (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Bridgewater Bandits (USPHL – Elite Tier III)
Islanders Hockey Club (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Islanders Hockey Club (USPHL – Elite Tier III)
South Shore Kings (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Springfield Pics (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Springfield Pics (USPHL – Elite Tier III)
Boston Junior Rangers (EHL – Tier III)
East Coast Wizards (EHL – Tier III)
Express Hockey Club (EHL – Tier III)
Seahawks Hockey Club (EHL – Tier III)
Valley Jr. Warriors (EHL – Tier III)
Railers Jr. Hockey Club (EHL – Tier III)
Boston Junior Rangers (EHLP – Tier III)
Express Hockey Club (EHLP – Tier III)
Seahawks Hockey Club (EHLP – Tier III)
Valley Jr. Warriors (EHLP – Tier III)
Railers Jr. Hockey Club (EHLP – Tier III)

Want to see the complete list of different hockey teams in Massachusetts? Check out our full guide: What Hockey Teams Are in Massachusetts.

Michigan

Here’s what hockey teams are in Michigan:

NHL

Detroit Red Wings

AHL

Grand Rapids Griffins

ECHL

Kalamazoo Wings

SPHL

None

FPHL

Motor City Rockers
Port Huron Prowlers

College

Michigan D1 College Hockey Teams:

University of Michigan (NCAA Men’s D1)
Michigan State University (NCAA Men’s D1)
Northern Michigan University (NCAA Men’s D1)
Western Michigan University (NCAA Men’s D1)
Michigan Technological University (NCAA Men’s D1)
Ferris State University (NCAA Men’s D1)
Lake Superior State University (NCAA Men’s D1)
Grand Valley State University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Davenport University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Western Michigan University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Cleary University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Adrian College (ACHA Men’s D1)
Concordia University Ann Arbor (ACHA Men’s D1)
Eastern Michigan University (ACHA Men’s D1)
University of Michigan-Dearborn (ACHA Men’s D1)
Lawrence Tech (ACHA Men’s D1)
Rochester University (ACHA Men’s D1)

Michigan D2 College Hockey Teams:

Davenport University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Central Michigan University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Michigan State University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Adrian College (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of Michigan (ACHA Men’s D2)

Michigan D3 College Hockey Teams:

Adrian College (NCAA Men’s D3)
Finlandia University (NCAA Men’s D3)
Hope College (ACHA Men’s D3)
Grand Valley State University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Davenport University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Western Michigan University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Ferris State University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Central Michigan University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Saginaw Valley State University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Michigan State University (ACHA Men’s D3)
University of Michigan – Flint (ACHA Men’s D3)
Oakland University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Lawrence Technological University (ACHA Men’s D3)
University of Michigan (ACHA Men’s D3)
Adrian College (ACHA Men’s D3)
Aquinas College – Michigan (NAIA Men’s D3)
Cleary University (NAIA Men’s D3)
Concordia University – Ann Arbor (NAIA Men’s D3)
Lawrence Technological University (NAIA Men’s D3)

Juniors

USA Hockey National Team Development Program (USHL – Tier I)
Muskegon Lumberjacks (USHL – Tier I)
Soo Eagles (NOJHL – Tier II)
Battle Creek Kernels (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Metro Jets (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Metro Jets Development Program(USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Motor City Gamblers(USPHL – Premier Tier III)

Want to see the complete list of different hockey teams in Michigan? Check out our full guide: What Hockey Teams Are in Michigan.

Minnesota

Here’s what hockey teams are in Kansas:

NHL

Minnesota Wild

AHL

None

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

University of Minnesota (NCAA Men’s D1)
University of Minnesota – Duluth (NCAA Men’s D1)
University of St. Thomas – Minnesota (NCAA Men’s D1)
Bemidji State University (NCAA Men’s D1)
Minnesota State University – Mankato (NCAA Men’s D1)
St. Cloud State University (NCAA Men’s D1)
St. Olaf College (NCAA Men’s D1)
University of Minnesota Crookston (ACHA Men’s D2)
Bemidji State University (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of Minnesota Duluth (ACHA Men’s D2)
Saint John’s University (ACHA Men’s D2)
St. Cloud State University (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of Minnesota (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of Saint Thomas (ACHA Men’s D2)
Gustavus Adolphus College (ACHA Men’s D2)
Minnesota State University Mankato (ACHA Men’s D2)
Winona State University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Augsburg University (NCAA Men’s D3)
Bethel University – Minnesota (NCAA Men’s D3)
Concordia College – Minnesota (NCAA Men’s D3)
Hamline University (NCAA Men’s D3)
Saint John’s University – Minnesota (NCAA Men’s D3)
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota (NCAA Men’s D3)
The College of St. Scholastica (NCAA Men’s D3)

Juniors

Austin Bruins (NAHL – Tier II)
St. Cloud Norsemen (NAHL – Tier II)
Minnesota Wilderness (NAHL – Tier II)
Rochester Grizzlies (NA3HL – Tier III)
Alexandria Blizzard (NA3HL – Tier III)
Granite City Lumberjacks (NA3HL – Tier III)
Minnesota Loons (NA3HL – Tier III)
New Ulm Steel (NA3HL – Tier III)
Willmar WarHawks (NA3HL – Tier III)
Isanti Outlaws (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Minnesota Blue Ox (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Minnesota Moose (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Minnesota Mullets (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Minnesota Squatch (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Steele County Blades (USPHL – Premier Tier III)

Want to see the complete list of different hockey teams in Minnesota? Check out our full guide: What Hockey Teams Are in Minnesota.

Mississippi

Here’s what hockey teams are in Mississippi:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

Mississippi Sea Wolves

College

The University of Mississippi (CHF)

Juniors

None

Want to see the complete list of different hockey teams in Mississippi? Check out our full guide: What Hockey Teams Are in Mississippi.

Missouri

Here’s what hockey teams are in Missouri:

NHL

St. Louis Blues

AHL

None

ECHL

Kansas City Mavericks

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

Missouri State University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Maryville University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Lindenwood University (ACHA Men’s D2)
St. Louis University (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of Missouri (ACHA Men’s D3)
Missouri State University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Washington University in St. Louis (ACHA Men’s D3)

Juniors

St. Louis Jr. Blues (NA3HL – Tier III)

Want to see the complete list of different hockey teams in Missouri? Check out our full guide: What Hockey Teams Are in Missouri.

Montana

Here’s what hockey teams are in Montana:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

University of Montana (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of Providence (ACHA Men’s D2)
Montana State University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Montana State University (ACHA Men’s D3)

Juniors

Bozeman Icedogs (NA3HL – Tier III)
Butte Cobras (NA3HL – Tier III)
Great Falls Americans (NA3HL – Tier III)
Helena Bighorns (NA3HL – Tier III)

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Nebraska

Here’s what hockey teams are in Nebraska:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

University of Nebraska at Omaha (NCAA Men’s D1)
Midland University (ACHA Men’s D1)
University of Nebraska (ACHA Men’s D3)
University of Nebraska at Omaha (ACHA Men’s D3)

Juniors

Lincoln Stars (USHL – Tier I)
Omaha Lancers (USHL – Tier I)
Tri-City Storm (USHL – Tier I)

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Nevada

Here’s what hockey teams are in Nevada:

NHL

Vegas Golden Knights

AHL

Henderson Silver Knights

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

University of Nevada-Las Vegas (ACHA Men’s D1)

Juniors

Las Vegas Thunderbirds (USPHL — Premier Tier III)

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New Hampshire

Here’s what hockey teams are in New Hampshire:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

Dartmouth College (NCAA Men’s D1)
Franklin Pierce University (NCAA Men’s D2)
New England College (NCAA Men’s D3)
Plymouth State University (NCAA Men’s D3)
Rivier University (NCAA Men’s D3)
Keene State College (ACHA Men’s D2)
St. Anselm College (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of New Hampshire (ACHA Men’s D2)
Dartmouth College (ACHA Men’s D3)
Colby-Sawyer College (ACHA Men’s D3)

Juniors

New Hampshire Junior Monarchs (USPHL – NCDC Tier II)
Northern Cyclones (USPHL – NCDC Tier II)
New Hampshire Jr. Monarchs (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Northern Cyclones (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Northern Cyclones (USPHL – Elite Tier III)
New England Wolves (EHL – Tier III)
New Hampshire Avalanche (EHL – Tier III)
Seacoast Spartans (EHL – Tier III)
New England Wolves (EHLP – Tier III)
New Hampshire Avalanche (EHLP – Tier III)

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New Jersey

Here’s what hockey teams are in New Jersey:

NHL

New Jersey Devils

AHL

None

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

Princeton University (NCAA Men’s D1)
The College of New Jersey (ACHA Men’s D1)
Rutgers University (ACHA Men’s D1)
William Paterson University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Rutgers University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Monmouth University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Princeton University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Rider University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Rowan University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Montclair State University (ACHA Men’s D2)
New Jersey Institute of Technology (ACHA Mens’ D2)
Seton Hall University (ACHA Mens’ D2)
Stevens Institute of Technology (ACHA Men’s D3)

Juniors

New Jersey Titans (NAHL – Tier II)
Philadelphia Rebels (NAHL – Tier II)
New Jersey Titans (NA3HL – Tier III)
Jersey Hitmen (USPHL – NCDC Tier II)
Mercer Chiefs (USPHL – NCDC Tier II)
New Jersey Rockets (USPHL – NCDC Tier II)
Jersey Hitmen (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Jersey Hitmen (USPHL – Elite Tier III)
New Jersey Rockets (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
New Jersey Rockets (USPHL – Elite Tier III)
Philadelphia Hockey Club (EHL – Tier III)
New Jersey 87’s (EHL – Tier III)
Protec Jr. Ducks (EHL – Tier III)
New Jersey 87’s (EHLP – Tier III)
New Jersey Renegades (EHLP – Tier III)
Union Thunder (EHLP – Tier III)

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New Mexico

Here’s what hockey teams are in New Mexico:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

University of New Mexico (ACHA Men’s D3)

Juniors

New Mexico Ice Wolves (NAHL – Tier II)
New Mexico Ice Wolves (NA3HL – Tier III)

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New York

Here’s what hockey teams are in New York:

NHL

Buffalo Sabres
New York Islanders
New York Rangers

AHL

Rochester Americans
Syracuse Crunch
Utica Comets

ECHL

Adirondack Thunder

SPHL

None

FPHL

Binghamton Black Bears
Elmira Mammoth
Watertown Wolves

College

Canisius College (NCAA Men’s D1)
Clarkson University (NCAA Men’s D1)
Cornell University (NCAA Men’s D1)
Niagara University (NCAA Men’s D1)
St. Lawrence University (NCAA Men’s D1)
Rochester Institute of Technology (NCAA Men’s D1)
Union College – New York (NCAA Men’s D1)
United States Military Academy (NCAA Men’s D1)
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute – RPI (NCAA Men’s D1)
Stony Brook University (ACHA Men’s D1)
New York University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Niagara University (ACHA Men’s D1)
University at Buffalo (ACHA Men’s D1)
Rochester Institute of Technology (ACHA Men’s D1)
Oswego State University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Syracuse University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (ACHA Men’s D2)
Siena College (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of Albany (ACHA Men’s D2)
Marist College (ACHA Men’s D2)
United States Military Academy (ACHA Men’s D2)
St. Lawrence University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Clarkson University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Elmira College (NCAA Men’s D3)
Hamilton College (NCAA Men’s D3)
Skidmore College (NCAA Men’s D3)
SUNY Buffalo State College (NCAA Men’s D3)
SUNY Canton (NCAA Men’s D3)
SUNY College at Brockport (NCAA Men’s D3)
SUNY Cortland (NCAA Men’s D3)
SUNY Erie Community College (JC)
SUNY Geneseo (NCAA Men’s D3)
SUNY Morrisville (NCAA Men’s D3)
SUNY Oswego (NCAA Men’s D3)
SUNY Plattsburgh (NCAA Men’s D3)
SUNY Potsdam (NCAA Men’s D3)
Hobart & William Smith College (NCAA Men’s D3)
Long Island University (NCAA Men’s D1)
Manhattanville College (NCAA Men’s D3)
Nazareth College (NCAA Men’s D3)
Utica University (NCAA Men’s D3)
Saint Thomas Aquinas College (ACHA Men’s D3)
Suffolk County Community College (ACHA Men’s D3)
United States Merchant Marine Academy (ACHA Men’s D3)
SUNY Maritime College (ACHA Men’s D3)
Columbia University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Stevens Institute of Technology (ACHA Men’s D3)

Juniors

P.A.L. Jr. Islanders (USPHL – NCDC Tier II)
Utica Jr. Comets (USPHL – NCDC Tier II)
Rochester Jr. Americans (NAHL – Tier II) (2023)
Buffalo Jr. Sabres (OJHL – Tier II)
Buffalo Stampede (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Elmira Jr. Enforcers (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Elmira Jr. Enforcers (USPHL – Elite Tier III)
New York Aviators (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
New York Aviators (USPHL – Elite Tier III)
P.A.L. Jr. Islanders (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
P.A.L. Jr. Islanders (USPHL – Elite Tier III)
Utica Jr. Comets (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Long Beach Sharks (NA3HL – Tier III)
New York Apple Core (EHL – Tier III)
Adirondack Junior Thunder (EHLP – Tier III)

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North Carolina

Here’s what hockey teams are in North Carolina:

NHL

Carolina Hurricanes

AHL

Charlotte Checkers

ECHL

None

SPHL

Fayetteville Marksmen

FPHL

Carolina Thunderbirds

College

East Carolina University Pirates (ACHA Men’s D3)
Elon University Phoenix (ACHA Men’s D2)
High Point University Panthers (ACHA Men’s D3)
Appalachian State University (ACHA Men’s D3)
UNC-Charlotte 49ers (ACHA Men’s D2)
UNC-Chapel Hill Tar Heels (ACHA Men’s D2)

Juniors

Carolina Jr. Hurricanes (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Carolina Jr. Hurricanes (USPHL – Elite Tier III)
Charlotte Rush (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Charlotte Rush (USPHL – Elite Tier III)

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North Dakota

Here’s what hockey teams are in North Dakota:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

University of North Dakota Grand Forks (NCAA Men’s D1)
Minot State University (ACHA Men’s D1)
University of Jamestown (ACHA Men’s D1)
Dakota College (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of Mary (ACHA Men’s D2)
North Dakota State University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Minnesota State University Moorhead (ACHA Men’s D2)

Juniors

Fargo Force (USHL Tier I)
Bismarck Bobcats (NAHL Tier II)
Minot Minotauros (NAHL Tier II)

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Ohio

Here’s what hockey teams are in Ohio:

NHL

Columbus Blue Jackets

AHL

Cleveland Monsters

ECHL

Cincinnati Cyclones

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

Bowling Green State University (NCAA Men’s D1)
Miami University (NCAA Men’s D1)
Ohio State University (NCAA Men’s D1)
University of Toledo (ACHA Men’s D1)
John Carroll University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Kent State University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Ohio University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Bowling Green State University (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of Akron (ACHA Men’s D2)
Denison University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Ohio State University (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of Dayton (ACHA Men’s D2)
Miami University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Xavier University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Ohio University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Miami University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Cleveland State University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Kent State University (ACHA Men’s D3)

Juniors

Youngstown Phantoms (USHL – Tier I)
Cincinnati Jr. Cyclones (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Toledo Cherokee (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Columbus Mavericks (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Wooster Oilers (USPHL – Premier Tier III)

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Oklahoma

Here’s what hockey teams are in Oklahoma:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

Tulsa Oilers

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

University of Oklahoma (ACHA Men’s D1)
University of Central Oklahoma (ACHA Men’s D1)
Oklahoma State University (ACHA Men’s D2)

Juniors

Oklahoma Warriors (NAHL – Tier II)

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Oregon

Here’s what hockey teams are in Oregon:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

University of Oregon (ACHA Men’s D1)

Juniors

Portland Winterhawks (WHL – Major Junior)
Rogue Valley Royals (USPHL – Premier Tier III)

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Pennsylvania

Here’s what hockey teams are in Pennsylvania:

NHL

Philadelphia Flyers
Pittsburgh Penguins

AHL

Hershey Bears
Lehigh Valley Phantoms
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins

ECHL

Reading Royals

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

Mercyhurst University (NCAA Men’s D1)
Penn State University (NCAA Men’s D1)
Robert Morris University – Pennsylvania (NCAA Men’s D1)
Mercyhurst University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Robert Morris University PA (ACHA Men’s D1)
University of Pittsburgh (ACHA Men’s D1)
Indiana University of Pennsylvania (ACHA Men’s D1)
Lehigh University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Villanova University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Temple University (ACHA Men’s D1)
West Chester University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Mercyhurst University (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of Scranton (ACHA Men’s D2)
Penn State University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Millersville University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Bryn Athyn College (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of Pennsylvania (ACHA Men’s D2)
West Chester University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Alvernia University (NCAA Men’s D3)
Arcadia University (NCAA Men’s D3)
Chatham University (NCAA Men’s D3)
King’s College – Pennsylvania (NCAA Men’s D3)
Lebanon Valley College (NCAA Men’s D3)
Neumann University (NCAA Men’s D3)
Wilkes University (NCAA Men’s D3)
Indiana University of Pennsylvania (ACHA Men’s D3)
Penn State University Altoona (ACHA Men’s D3)
University of Pittsburgh – Johnstown (ACHA Men’s D3)
Robert Morris University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Duquesne University (ACHA Men’s D3)
California University of Pennsylvania (ACHA Men’s D3)

Juniors

Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Knights (USPHL – NCDC Tier II)
Hershey Cubs (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Philadelphia Rebels (NAHL – Tier II)
Johnstown Tomahawks (NAHL – Tier II)
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Knights (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Knights (USPHL – Elite Tier
Pittsburgh Vengeance (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Philadelphia Little Flyers (EHL – Tier III)
Pennsylvania Huntsmen (EHLP – Tier III)
Philadelphia Little Flyers (EHLP – Tier III)

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Rhode Island

Here’s what hockey teams are in Rhode Island:

NHL

None

AHL

Providence Bruins

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

Brown University (NCAA Men’s D1)
Providence College (NCAA Men’s D1)
University of Rhode Island (ACHA Men’s D1)
Bryant University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Providence College (ACHA Men’s D2)
Roger Williams University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Johnson & Wales University – Providence (NCAA Men’s D3)
Salve Regina University (NCAA Men’s D3)

Juniors

HC Rhode Island (EHL – Tier II)

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South Carolina

Here’s what hockey teams are in South Carolina:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

South Carolina Stingrays

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

Coastal Carolina University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Clemson University Tigers (CHS Men’s D3)
College of Charleston Cougars (CHS Men’s D3)
University of South Carolina (CHS Men’s D3)

Juniors

Columbia Infantry (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Columbia Infantry (USPHL – Elite Tier III)

South Dakota

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Here’s what hockey teams are in South Dakota:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

Rapid City Rush

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

Augustana University (NCAA Men’s D1) (2023)

Juniors

Sioux Falls Stampede (USHL – Tier I)
Aberdeen Wings (NAHL – Tier II)
Badlands Sabres (NA3HL – Tier III)

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Tennessee

Here’s what hockey teams are in Tennessee:

NHL

Nashville Predators

AHL

None

ECHL

None

SPHL

Knoxville Ice Bears

FPHL

None

College

Middle Tennessee State University (ACHA Men’s D3)
University of Tennessee, Knoxville (ACHA Men’s D3)
Vanderbilt University (ACHA Men’s D3)

Juniors

Nashville Spartans (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Nashville Spartans (USPHL – Elite Tier III)

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Texas

Here’s what hockey teams are in Texas:

NHL

Dallas Stars

AHL

Texas Stars

ECHL

Allen Americans

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

University of Texas El Paso (ACHA Men’s D2)
Texas Christian University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Southern Methodist University (ACHA Men’s D2)
East Texas Baptist University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Texas A&M University – College Station (ACHA Men’s D2)
Texas A&M University – Austin (ACHA Men’s D2)
Texas State University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Texas Tech University (ACHA Men’s D3)
University of North Texas (ACHA Men’s D3)
Dallas Baptist University (ACHA Men’s D3)
East Texas Baptist University (ACHA Men’s D3)
Baylor University (ACHA Men’s D3)

Juniors

Amarillo Wranglers (NAHL – Tier II)
Corpus Christi IceRays (NAHL – Tier II)
El Paso Rhinos (NAHL – Tier II)
Lone Star Brahmas (NAHL – Tier II)
Odessa Jackalopes (NAHL – Tier II)
Austin Ice Bats (NA3HL – Tier III)
El Paso Rhinos (NA3HL – Tier III)
Texas Jr. Brahmas (NA3HL – Tier III)
Texas RoadRunners (NA3HL – Tier III)

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Utah

Here’s what hockey teams are in Utah:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

Utah Grizzlies

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

University of Utah (ACHA Men’s D1)
University of Utah (ACHA Men’s D2)
Brigham Young University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Utah Valley University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Weber State University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Utah State University (ACHA Men’s D2)

Juniors

Ogden Mustangs (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Provo Riverblades (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Utah Outliers (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Vernal Oilers (USPHL – Premier Tier III)

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Vermont

Here’s what hockey teams are in Vermont:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

University of Vermont (NCAA Men’s D1)
Saint Michael’s College (NCAA Men’s D2)
University of Vermont (ACHA Men’s D2)
Norwich University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Castleton University (NCAA Men’s D3)
Middlebury College (NCAA Men’s D3)
Norwich University (NCAA Men’s D3)

Juniors

Vermont Lumberjacks (EHL – Tier III)
Vermont Lumberjacks (EHLP – Tier III)

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Virginia

Here’s what hockey teams are in Virginia:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

Norfolk Admirals

SPHL

Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs

FPHL

Wytheville (not named yet) (2023)

College

Liberty University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Liberty University (ACHA Men’s D2)
James Madison University (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of Virginia (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of Richmond (ACHA Men’s D2)
Virginia Tech University (ACHA Men’s D2)
Liberty University (ACHA Men’s D3)
George Mason University (ACHA Men’s D3)

Juniors

Hampton Roads Whalers (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Hampton Roads Whalers (USPHL – Elite Tier III)
Potomac Patriots (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Potomac Patriots (USPHL – Elite Tier III)
Richmond Generals (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Richmond Generals (USPHL – Elite Tier III)

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Washington

Here’s what hockey teams are in Washington State:

NHL

Seattle Kraken

AHL

None

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

Western Washington University (ACHA Men’s D1)
University of Washington (ACHA Men’s D1)
Gonzaga University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Eastern Washington University (ACHA Men’s D1)
Washington State University (ACHA Men’s D1)

Juniors

Bellingham Blazers (USPHL – Premier Tier III)
Seattle Totems (USPHL – Premier Tier III)

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West Virginia

Here’s what hockey teams are in West Virginia:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

The Wheeling Nailers

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

West Virginia University (ACHA Men’s D1)
West Virginia University (ACHA Men’s D2)
West Virginia University (ACHA Men’s D3)

Juniors

None

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Wisconsin

Here’s what hockey teams are in Wisconsin:

NHL

None

AHL

Milwaukee Admirals

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

University of Wisconsin – Madison (NCAA D1)
Winona State University (ACHA Men’s D2)
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee (ACHA Men’s D3)
Concordia University Wisconsin (NCAA D3)
Finlandia University (NCAA D3)
Lawrence University (NCAA D3)
Marian University – Wisconsin (NCAA D3)
Milwaukee School of Engineering (NCAA D3)
Northland College (NCAA D3)
St. Norbert College (NCAA D3)
University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire (NCAA D3)
University of Wisconsin – River Falls (NCAA D3)
University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point (NCAA D3)
University of Wisconsin – Stout (NCAA D3)
University of Wisconsin – Superior (NCAA D3)

Juniors

Green Bay Gamblers (Tier I – USHL)
Madison Capitols (Tier I – USHL)
Chippewa Steel (Tier II – NAHL)
Janesville Jets (Tier II – NAHL)
Wisconsin Windigo (Tier II – NAHL)
Wausau Cyclones (Tier III – NA3HL)
Oregon Tradesmen (Tier III – NA3HL)
Milwaukee Power (Tier III – NA3HL)
Dells Ducks (Tier III – USPHL)
Hudson Havoc (Tier III – USPHL)
Wisconsin Rapid Riverkings (Tier III – USPHL)

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Wyoming

Here’s what hockey teams are in Wyoming:

NHL

None

AHL

None

ECHL

None

SPHL

None

FPHL

None

College

University of Wyoming (ACHA Men’s D2)

Juniors

Gillette Wild (NA3HL – Tier III)
Sheridan Hawks (NA3HL – Tier III)
Yellowstone Quake (NA3HL – Tier III)
Rock Springs Prospectors (USPHL – Premier Tier III)

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Do All 50 States Have a Hockey Team?

Yes, technically speaking you can find a hockey team in all 50 U.S. states. However, the level of hockey can drastically vary from one state to another.

For instance, you will only find a couple hockey clubs in Hawaii (and no pro teams), while you’ll find hundreds of high level hockey teams in New York (including 3 NHL teams).

In terms of NHL teams, there are 18 states that have an NHL team (plus one in Washington, D.C.).

So, that means 32 states do not have an NHL team.

However, many states still have professional hockey. Besides the National Hockey League (NHL), there are four other professional hockey leagues in the U.S.

The four professional ice hockey leagues in the U.S. are:

American Hockey League (AHL) – a high-level league just below the NHL
East Coast Hockey League (ECHL) – a mid-level league just below the AHL
Southern Professional Hockey League (SPHL) – a low-level league just below the ECHL
Federal Prospects Hockey League (FPHL) – a low-level league just below the SPHL

How Many Hockey Teams Are in the USA?

It would be difficult to count the total number of hockey teams in the USA (if you’re counting minor hockey in America) since there are thousands of teams.

However, when looking strictly at professional hockey, there are a total of 98 professional hockey teams in the U.S.

Here’s how the numbers break down across the different pro hockey leagues in America:

NHL: 25 teams in the USA (7 NHL teams in Canada)
AHL: 26 teams in the USA (6 AHL teams in Canada)
ECHL: 26 teams in the USA (2 ECHL teams in Canada)
SPHL: 11 teams in the USA
FPHL: 10 teams in the USA

What States Have 2 NHL Teams?

While there are 32 states that don’t have an NHL team, there are some states that have two teams.

Here are four states that have two (or more) NHL teams:

California: Anaheim Ducks, Los Angeles Kings, San Jose Sharks
Florida: Florida Panthers, Tampa Bay Lightning
Pennsylvania: Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Penguins
New York: Buffalo Sabres, New York Islanders, New York Rangers

There are also two Canadian provinces that have two NHL teams:

Alberta: Calgary Flames, Edmonton Oilers
Ontario: Ottawa Senators, Toronto Maple Leafs

Are there 32 Teams in the NHL?

Yes, there are a total of 32 teams in the National Hockey League (NHL). The most recent expansion team is the Seattle Kraken. They joined the league at the beginning of the 2021-22 NHL season.

In the U.S., there are 25 total NHL teams. There are 7 NHL teams in Canada.

What State Is Hockey Most Popular?

To figure out where hockey is the most popular, there are two typical paths you could go.

For one, there are a few “hockey” states in America. States that people think of when they think of hockey.

However, there are also a few big states (in terms of population) where hockey is simply more accessible. These states aren’t necessarily known for hockey. But, there are more hockey programs, more hockey teams, and just more hockey overall.

To help figure out the most popular hockey states, I did some research because I wanted to look at real numbers. I came across a 2022 Wallethub study whose goal was to determine the best hockey cities in America.

WalletHub ranked the top 72 “hockey cities” in the U.S. They worked with 21 key indicators of what made a city a “good” hockey city. Different indicators included performance of major teams, stadium capacity, ticket prices, and many other factors.

Here are the top 5 states in which hockey is most popular:

1. Massachusetts

Massachusetts had the second most cities of any state in the top 72 (8 cities) which is tied with Michigan:

Boston (#1)
Amherst (#47)
Springfield (#54)
Cambridge (#55)
Lowell (#59)
Waltham (#60)
North Andover (#66)
Worcester (#68)

Massachusetts is home to the number one hockey city on the list: Boston. The Boston Bruins are also one of the original six teams and dozens of hockey legends dominated from the city of Boston.

2. New York

New York had the most cities crack the top 72 with 11:

New York (#5)
Buffalo (#7)
West Point (#28)
Lewiston (#29)
Potsdam (#30)
Hanover (#31)
Ithaca (#38)
Canton (#48)
Schenectady (#50)
Rochester (#53)
Troy (#64)

New York—while it isn’t known primarily for hockey—has the most access to high level hockey of any state. They’re one of two states with three NHL teams (along with California). They’re home to the Buffalo Sabres, New York Islanders, and New York Rangers.

The Empire State also has several other professional teams and dozens of high level college hockey teams.

3. Michigan

Michigan had eight cities crack the top 72 (tied for second with Massachusetts):

Detroit (#3)
Ann Arbor (#26)
Houghton (#27)
East Lansing (#34)
Big Rapids (#36)
Sault Ste. Marie (#41)
Marquette (#62)
Kalamazoo (#70)

Michigan could arguably be considered the top hockey state. In fact, Detroit’s nickname is “Hockey Town”. However, Detroit technically slid behind Boston and Pittsburgh on the survey falling to number 3.

4. Minnesota

Minnesota had 6 cities crack the top 72:

St. Paul, MN (#13)
Bemidji, MN (#44)
Minneapolis, MN (#49)
Mankato, MN (#56)
Duluth, MN (#58)
St. Cloud, MN (#61)

In addition to the six “top cities” listed in the study, Minnesota also has a robust college hockey system and several junior hockey teams.

5. Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania had four cities crack the top 72:

Pittsburgh (#2)
Philadelphia (#14)
State College, PA (#40)
Erie, PA (#52

Pennsylvania’s two hockey NHL teams are the primary drivers behind the popularity of hockey in the state. This is mostly due to the success of the Philadelphia Flyers in the 70s and the more recent success of the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 90s and 2010s.