Works agrees to terms with Mariners

PORTLAND, Maine – The Maine Mariners, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League's Boston Bruins and American Hockey League's Providence Bruins, have signed forward Jack Works to a contract for the 2026-27 season. The Mariners acquired Works’ playing rights from the Wheeling Nailers at the end of June, completing a future considerations trade.

The 25-year-old forward was a rookie in 2025-26 and scored his first professional goal against the Mariners on Nov. 14. He appeared in 57 games for the Nailers, posting 13 points (9g-4a) while also skating in four postseason contests.

A native of Yellowknife in Canada’s Northwest Territories, Works played collegiately at the University of Denver and Michigan Tech, where he was captain in 2024-25. He won a National Championship with Denver in 2022.