Manning returns to Grizzlies

Action photo of Luke Manning of the Utah Grizzlies

West Valley City, Utah – The Utah Grizzlies have signed forward Luke Manning for the 2024-25 season.

Manning made his professional debut with the Grizzlies on March 16, 2024 vs Norfolk. He went on to record eight points (2g-6a) in 14 games with Utah.

Manning started his college career at the Air Force Academy and played in 35 games during the 2019-20 season, scoring 12 points (8g-4a). He transferred to the University of St. Thomas, where he tallied 45 points (24g-21a) in 117 games from 2020-24 and was twice named to the CCHA All-Academic Team.

Prior to his college days he played with the North American Hockey League’s Minot Minotauros and the United States Hockey League’s Des Moines Buccaneers.