In part one of Sandra’s conversation with American Hockey League President and CEO Scott Howson, they dive into what it was like stepping into the role during the uncertainty of the pandemic, the challenge of balancing the needs of diverse markets, and whether rule changes—like expanded video review—could be on the horizon. Plus, Sandra shares her three favorite Calgary Wranglers moments from 2025. (22:55) In part two, Sandra and Scott celebrate the AHL’s 90th anniversary and explore how non-traditional markets are embracing the league. They discuss the future of the AHL in Arizona, the possibility of more East-West regular season matchups, and the benefits of having NHL and AHL teams in the same city—like Calgary. Sandra also reveals her three wishes for the Wranglers in 2026.
In part one of Sandra’s conversation with American Hockey League President and CEO Scott Howson, they dive into what it was like stepping into the role during the uncertainty of the pandemic, the challenge of balancing the needs of diverse markets, and whether rule changes—like expanded video review—could be on the horizon. Plus, Sandra shares her three favorite Calgary Wranglers moments from 2025.
(22:55) In part two, Sandra and Scott celebrate the AHL’s 90th anniversary and explore how non-traditional markets are embracing the league. They discuss the future of the AHL in Arizona, the possibility of more East-West regular season matchups, and the benefits of having NHL and AHL teams in the same city—like Calgary. Sandra also reveals her three wishes for the Wranglers in 2026.
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