Stockton unveils new pro hockey franchise with team name, roster still in the air

Stockton unveils new pro hockey franchise with team name, roster still in the air

Professional hockey is returning to Stockton this fall, with a Federal Prospects Hockey League team that is yet to be named.

Fan interest heats up as new hockey team readies to take to the ice in Stockton

They don’t have a coach, players or even a name. But that didn’t stop Stockton hockey fans from lining up Wednesday at Adventist Health Arena to welcome the formal announcement of a new team. A franchise of the new Federal Prospect Hockey League will begin playing at the arena in October, officials said. The deal is still being finalized, but Jason Perry, who manages the arena for Legends Global Regional, said the contract will last for at least…