AHL ANNOUNCES 2027 HALL OF FAME CLASS

Oct 15, 2026

HARTFORD, CT – The American Hockey League today announced its four member class for induction into the American Hockey League Hall of Fame in 2027.

Two members of the class have ties to the Hartford Wolf Pack organization, as former player Ross Fitzpatrick and former executive Tom Mitchell will join Dave Fenyves and Doug Gibson in being enshrined into the AHL Hall of Fame.

Fitzpatrick played two seasons (1990-91, 1991-92) in the organization as a member of the Binghamton Rangers. During his time with the Rangers, Fitzpatrick appeared in 145 games and recorded 127 points (60 g, 67 a).

He finished second on the club in scoring in 1991-92, then retired following the season.

The Rangers relocated to Hartford following the 1996-97 season, becoming the Wolf Pack for the 1997-98 campaign.

Mitchell served as franchise owner and General Manager of the Rangers from 1990-91 through the 1996-97 season, when the club relocated to Hartford.

He joined the club in the Connecticut capital, serving as the executive Vice President of Hockey Operations for three seasons (1997-98 – 1999-00). Mitchell’s last season with the club, 1999-00, ended with the Wolf Pack winning their first Calder Cup Championship.

The 2027 AHL Hall of Fame induction ceremony will take place on Feb. 8, 2027, as part of the 2027 AHL All-Star Classic in Cleveland, OH.

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