Hershey Bears offseason news: Mike Sgarbossa has confirmed rumors that he is in fact leaving Hershey and signing with HC Lugano of the Swiss National League. More coming on The Chocolate Roar

Luke gets the confirmation of the rumors that popped up just under two weeks ago- Mike Sgarbossa is officially leaving the Caps/Bears organization after seven years. In those seven year, Sgarbossa played in 297 games for the Bears, scored 93 goals and had 175 assists, good for

Couldn’t do it each night without you, Bear Nation!

Now that the dust has settled, working on an article of the Top 10 moments of these last few years for Hershey Bears. Top few are obvious 🏆🏆 As for the others, would love to hear of some of your favorite moments and where they'd rank for you, no matter how big or small!

Unsurprising after the strong season Bjorklund had in South Carolina. Was impressive in the few appearances he had for Hershey this past season as well. Could be in competition for a spot in Hershey depending on what happens with Hunter Shepard, who is a free agent this year.

The Washington Capitals have re-signed goaltender Garin Bjorklund to a one-year, two-way contract. 📰 hersheybears.com/news/capitals-…

We have signed goaltender and Washington Capitals draft pick Antoine Keller to an AHL contract for the 2025-26 season. 📰 hersheybears.com/news/bears-sig…

Spencer Carbery got quite the surprise from his family after winning the Jack Adams Award. 🥹 Watch the #NHLAwards on June 12 at 6p ET on NHLonTNT and Sportsnet before Game 4 of the #StanleyCup Final!

Spencer Carbury becomes the second coach in the history of the Caps/Bears affiliation (2005-now) to win the Jack Adams who coached both teams, joining Bruce Boudreau.

COUNT CRUIKY IN! 🗣️ We've re-signed forward Grant Cruikshank to an AHL contract for the 2025-26 season. 📰 bit.ly/4njPsL8

Cruickshank was crucial depth for the Bears this year and will return on an AHL deal for next season!

Congratulations to former Hershey Bear Nate Schmidt as he wins the Stanley Cup with the Florida Panthers tonight!

Congratulations to Vitek Vanecek as well!

Nothing better than waking up champions! 🏆 Congrats to former Bears players Nate Schmidt and Vitek Vanecek and former trainer Brian Riedel on winning the Stanley Cup with the x - Florida Panthers! 📷 Getty Images Sport

A little bit of ✨Micah Magic ✨ We've re-signed forward Micah Miller to an AHL contract for the 2025-26 season. 📰 bit.ly/4n8YF8R

3 seasons in Chocolatetown. 141 wins. 2 Calder Cups. For that, and the countless memories that will last a lifetime, thank you 🫶🏻 Join us in wishing Todd Nelson all the best as he heads back to the NHL as an assistant coach with the Pittsburgh Penguins! 📰 bit.ly/4jWCwHZ

Todd Nelson will go down as one of the greatest Hershey Bears coaches in history, even in his short time here. Nelly, we wish you the best. Thank you for the incredible memories

From the man himself:

The South Carolina Stingrays have named David Warsofsky as Head Coach and Director of Hockey Operations. Click the link below to read the full release. 🗞️ hubs.ly/Q03t9TZC0

Goaltender Mitch Gibson remains in the organization, signing an AHL contract for the 2025-26 season! 📰 bit.ly/4k4ITt3