Here’s the latest I can share based on recent public updates:
- The Winnipeg Freeze in the Manitoba Junior Hockey League rebranded to the Winnipeg Monarchs ahead of the 2025-26 season, reviving a historic name tied to Winnipeg’s hockey history. This rebrand included a new logo and updated branding to align with the Monarchs heritage.[1][2]
- The Monarchs announced changes to leadership and staffing for the new era, including naming a head coach/GM and signing players as part of building their roster for the 2025-26 season.[2][3]
- Games are being hosted at the Hockey For All Centre in Winnipeg, continuing the franchise’s MJHL presence in the city after the Blues’ move to a different arena in 2025-26, with the organization aiming to raise on-ice and community standards.[3][2]
If you’d like, I can pull in more specifics like the current roster, recent game results, or ownership/arena details. Would you like the latest game-by-game results or a quick roster snapshot?
Citations:
- Winnipeg Freeze re-brand to Monarchs and branding changes[1]
- Monarchs update and 2025-26 branding and leadership changes[2]
- Key additions and roster/coach changes for Monarchs[3]
Sources
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