Hoffman re-signs with Rush

RAPID CITY, S.D. — The Rapid City Rush, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League’s Calgary Flames, announced the return of defenseman Zack Hoffman for the 2024-25 season.

Hoffman joined the Rush last season and progressed as the year went on. The 26-year-old skated in 71 games and recorded 13 points from the blue line, his most productive offensive numbers as a collegiate or professional player. Hoffman also logged the most games played of any Rush defensemen in 2023-24.

Prior to the Rush, Hoffman spent a full season with the Wichita Thunder in 2022-23, where he played 52 games. He also skated in 25 games for the SPHL’s Fayetteville Marksmen during the 2021-22 season. Before turning pro, Hoffman attended Saint Mary’s University in Halifax, Nova Scotia.