ECHL mourns loss of Wiesblatt

The ECHL and its member teams mourn the loss and express their condolences to the family and friends of Orca Wiesblatt, who passed away in an automobile accident over the weekend at the age of 25.

Wiesblatt signed a contract with Allen for the 2025-26 season. Last season, he had 42 points (17g-25a) in 37 games with Athens of the Federal Prospects Hockey League. He made his pro debut with Pensacola of the SPHL in the 2023-24 season, skating in four games. Prior to turning pro, he spent four seasons in the Western Hockey League with Calgary, posting 104 points (27g-77a) in 138 games.

"We are all heartbroken," said Americans Head Coach and General Manager Steve Martinson. "Orca (Weisblatt) was really looking forward to this next step in his hockey career. He wasn’t just skilled, he was a momentum changing hitter. I can still see his grin when he would return to the bench after one of his big hits. That is what we will miss the most, his infectious smile."