Ernst inks deal with Walleye

TOLEDO, Ohio – Forward Jordan Ernst joins the Toledo Walleye after agreeing to terms for the 2025-26 season.

Ernst, of Mokena, Illinois, signs with Toledo for his first ECHL action since the 2021-22 season when he was with Tulsa. He has spent a majority of the previous four seasons with the Peoria Rivermen of the SPHL. The 28-year-old tallied 57 points (37g-20a), 46 penalty minutes and a +17 in 55 games with Peoria last season.

In his previous ECHL action, Ernst posted 25 points (11g-14a) over 93 games in two seasons, spending time with Tulsa and Kansas City. He has also skated in one AHL game with Stockton. Over six SPHL seasons, Ernst has accumulated 188 points (112g-76a) in 241 games over five seasons with Peoria and one with Pensacola.

Prior to his pro career, Ernst skated two Ontario Hockey League seasons with Sarnia, tallying 83 points (35g-48a) in 135 games, as well as one collegiate season at Bowling Green State University, picking up two assists.