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Coachella Valley Firebirds Rookies Gear Up for AHL Season

9/11/2025

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The Coachella Valley Firebirds, the Seattle Kraken's AHL affiliate, will include many rookies in the 2025-26 season.
Seven 2023 NHL Draft picks, including Eduard Sale with AHL experience, will join the team.
Coach Derek Laxdal highlights the need to help rookies adapt to the AHL's speed and physicality.
Rookie camp features 17 forwards, nine defensemen, and two goaltenders preparing for games against Vancouver's prospects.
Notable players include Jack Finley, who debuted in the NHL last season, and standout juniors Niko Huuhtanen and Harrison Meneghin.

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Story summary

The Coachella Valley Firebirds, the Seattle Kraken's AHL affiliate, will include many rookies in the 2025-26 season.
Seven 2023 NHL Draft picks, including Eduard Sale with AHL experience, will join the team.
Coach Derek Laxdal highlights the need to help rookies adapt to the AHL's speed and physicality.
Rookie camp features 17 forwards, nine defensemen, and two goaltenders preparing for games against Vancouver's prospects.
Notable players include Jack Finley, who debuted in the NHL last season, and standout juniors Niko Huuhtanen and Harrison Meneghin.