Hershey Bears announce 2026 training camp roster

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The Hershey Bears have announced their initial roster for the 2026 training camp, which includes 18 players: 13 forwards, 3 defensemen, and 2 goaltenders. The roster features veteran players such as Matt Strome, Sam Bitten, Grant Cruikshank, and Dalton Smith. Head coach Derek King begins his second season with the team as the club prepares for its first preseason game against the Lehigh Valley Phantoms on September 26.

Among the players attending the Hershey Bears camp are South Carolina Stingrays players Aidan Hreschuk, Josh Prokop, and Ryan Sandelin. Additionally, defenseman Luke Prokop will participate in the Bakersfield Condors training camp. The Bears' roster is expected to evolve as the Washington Capitals finalize their NHL roster cuts.

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Aidan Hreschuk · Hershey Bears · Josh Prokop · South Carolina Stingrays · Washington Capitals

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