Hockey Transactions: Harrington Signs with Belleville, Gill Chooses NCAA Path
Several notable player movements were announced across the hockey world today, October 11, 2025, impacting leagues from the AHL to the KHL and even NCAA programs, as teams continue to finalize rosters.
Veteran defenseman Scott Harrington, with 255 NHL games under his belt, has secured a two-year AHL contract with the Belleville Senators. The 32-year-old previously had PTOs with the Nashville Predators and Belleville this preseason, after last playing in the NHL with the Anaheim Ducks in 2022-23. This move provides Harrington with stability after a season in the AHL with the Springfield Thunderbirds, and allows him to continue pursuing an NHL return.
Elsewhere, New York Islanders draft pick Justin Gill has opted to pursue an NCAA hockey career, enrolling at Merrimack College. Gill, a fifth-round selection in 2023, spent the 2024-25 season in the Islanders’ minor-league system, registering points in both the AHL and ECHL, before gaining NCAA eligibility. This decision reflects a growing trend of drafted players prioritizing the development opportunities offered by NCAA hockey.
Further international movement includes former Buffalo Sabres forward Nicholas Baptiste joining HK Dukla Trencin in the Slovak Extraliga, Seattle Kraken prospect Karl Annborn loaned to Vasteras IK in HockeyAllsvenskan, and Ruslan Pedan signing a one-year KHL contract with Admiral Vladivostok. These moves demonstrate the global nature of professional hockey and the diverse career paths available to players. You can find more information about international hockey leagues at the International Ice Hockey Federation website.
Officials anticipate continued player movement as leagues progress through the early stages of their seasons and teams assess their needs.
