ECHL Roundup: Mavericks, Gladiators Extend Streaks

A preview of the 15 ECHL games for Friday, February 13, 2026

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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The ECHL features a full slate of 15 games on Friday, February 13, 2026, with several teams looking to extend winning streaks. The Kansas City Mavericks and Atlanta Gladiators are among the hottest teams in the league, while the Bloomington Bison and Idaho Steelheads continue to lead their respective divisions.

Why it matters

The ECHL is the premier "AA" hockey league in North America, serving as a crucial development ground for professional hockey players. These mid-week matchups provide an opportunity for teams to gain ground in the standings and position themselves for a strong playoff push.

The details

Some key storylines include the Norfolk Admirals' Kristóf Papp leading all ECHL rookies in shooting percentage, the Kansas City Mavericks' Logan Terness riding a personal four-game winning streak, and the Savannah Ghost Pirates' Vinnie Purpura ranking fourth in the league with a 1.99 goals-against average.

  • The games will take place on Friday, February 13, 2026.

The players

Kristóf Papp

A rookie forward for the Norfolk Admirals who is fifth among ECHL rookies with a 19.4 percent shooting percentage.

Logan Terness

The goaltender for the Kansas City Mavericks who has allowed just six goals during a personal four-game winning streak.

Vinnie Purpura

The goaltender for the Savannah Ghost Pirates who ranks fourth in the ECHL with a 1.99 goals-against average.

Craig Needham

The forward for the Florida Everblades who leads the ECHL with a 29.0 percent shooting percentage.

Will Hillman

The forward for the Toledo Walleye who leads the ECHL with eight shorthanded points.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

The ECHL continues to showcase some of the top young talent in professional hockey, with several players and teams making their mark through strong performances and extended winning streaks. Fans can look forward to an exciting slate of games as teams jockey for position in the standings.