Professional hockey returns to Stockton after four years with a new FPHL team starting in October 2026. - The team will play in the Federal Prospect Hockey League (FPHL), a Single-A independent league.
- Mayor Christina Fugazi highlighted the return of sports tradition and community bonding. - The FPHL is expanding west, with recent teams in Oceanside and Fresno.
- A public news conference on Wednesday will reveal ownership, a naming contest, and season details. The announcement marks a new chapter for Stockton's sports scene, promising family entertainment and local pride.