The Colorado Avalanche’s ECHL affiliate, the Utah Grizzlies, is expected to undergo a massive transformation after this season.
According to insider Frank Servalli, the Grizzlies will be moving from Utah to Trenton, New Jersey, next season, that is, 2026-27.
Franchise News: Hearing @ECHL's @UtahGrizzlies are relocating to Trenton, NJ to play at CURE Insurance Arena - former longtime home of the Titans - for the 2026-27 season.
Expect a formal announcement on Tuesday and a contest to follow to name the team.— Frank Seravalli (@frank_seravalli) September 8, 2025Additionally, the new ECHL Trenton franchise will not retain the “Grizzlies” moniker.