Komets Shuffle Roster Ahead of Weekend Games

Matt Brown recalled to Bakersfield, Josh Bloom returns to Fort Wayne

Apr. 3, 2026 at 10:04pm

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The Fort Wayne Komets have made several roster moves ahead of their upcoming weekend games against the Iowa Wild. Forward Matt Brown has been recalled by the Bakersfield Condors, while the Condors are returning forward Josh Bloom to the Komets. The Komets have also activated forwards Matt Miller and Jens Richard, while placing forwards Reid Pabich and Alex Aleardi on injured reserve.

Why it matters

These roster moves will impact the Komets' lineup and strategy as they prepare to host the Iowa Wild in a crucial weekend series. The Komets are currently in the thick of the playoff race in the ECHL's Central Division, so maintaining a healthy and productive roster is crucial for their postseason aspirations.

The details

Matt Brown, the Komets' leading scorer this season, has been recalled by the Bakersfield Condors of the AHL. In 42 games with the Komets, Brown has tallied 12 goals and 23 assists. Meanwhile, the Condors are returning forward Josh Bloom to Fort Wayne. Bloom played in three games with the Condors, recording one goal and one assist. The Komets have also activated forwards Matt Miller and Jens Richard from injured reserve, while placing forwards Reid Pabich and Alex Aleardi on IR. Forward Nick Deakin-Poot has been transferred to the 14-day IR.

  • The Komets host the Iowa Wild on Friday, April 3, 2026 and Saturday, April 4, 2026. Both games start at 7:35 pm.

The players

Matt Brown

A forward for the Fort Wayne Komets who has been recalled by the Bakersfield Condors of the AHL. Brown has tallied 12 goals and 23 assists in 42 games for the Komets this season.

Josh Bloom

A forward who has been returned to the Fort Wayne Komets by the Bakersfield Condors. Bloom played in three games with the Condors, recording one goal and one assist.

Matt Miller

A forward for the Fort Wayne Komets who has been activated from the 14-day injured reserve list.

Jens Richard

A forward for the Fort Wayne Komets who has been activated from the reserve list.

Reid Pabich

A forward for the Fort Wayne Komets who has been placed on the reserve list.

Alex Aleardi

A forward for the Fort Wayne Komets who has been added to the 3-day injured reserve list.

Nick Deakin-Poot

A forward for the Fort Wayne Komets who has been transferred to the 14-day injured reserve list.

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The takeaway

These roster moves by the Fort Wayne Komets ahead of their weekend series against the Iowa Wild will test the team's depth and resilience as they look to maintain their position in the ECHL playoff race. The return of key players from injury will be crucial, while the loss of leading scorer Matt Brown to the AHL will require other Komets to step up in his absence.