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About The Railers

Founded in 2016, the Worcester Railers Hockey Club is the proud ECHL affiliate of the St. Louis Blues (NHL) and Springfield Thunderbirds (AHL).

With a community-first approach, the Worcester Railers HC have been recognized as finalists for the ECHL’s Community Service Award for eight consecutive seasons, and have won the award in 2018-19, 2019-20, 2020-21, 2021-22, and 2023-24.

Playing at the DCU Center, the Railers aim to provide affordable, family-friendly entertainment and competitive hockey in downtown Worcester.

Affiliation

On Saturday, June 20th, the Worcester Railers announced that the Club has reached an affiliation agreement with the St. Louis Blues of the National Hockey League and the Springfield Thunderbirds of the American Hockey League through the 2030-31 season, starting with the 2026-27 campaign. Read more about our new affiliation here!

The Worcester Railers had previously been affiliated with the New York Islanders of the National Hockey League and Bridgeport Islanders of the American Hockey League starting in 2017, with the agreement coming to an end in Spring 2026.

League

ECHL

Formed in 1988-89 with five teams in four states, the ECHL has grown into a coast-to-coast league with 30 teams in 23 states and one Canadian province for its 38th season in 2025-26.

There have been 782 players who have gone on to play in the National Hockey League after starting their careers in the ECHL, including 14 who have made their NHL debuts in the 2025-26 season. The ECHL has affiliations with 30 of the 32 NHL teams in 2025-26, marking the 28th consecutive season that the league has affiliations with at least 20 teams in the NHL.

Further information on the ECHL is available on its website at ECHL.com.

DCU Center

For over three decades, the DCU Center in Worcester, Massachusetts has been recognized as the gathering place for people to experience the finest in entertainment, sporting events and public functions. Managed by ASM Global and hailed as one of the most successful entertainment and convention facilities in the nation, the DCU Center opened its doors in September 1982 with the legendary Frank Sinatra inaugural concert. Since then, acts of all musical genres have found their way to the arena stage.

The arena is home to the Worcester Railers HC and features annual appearances of the top family shows including Disney On Ice and the Harlem Globetrotters. The DCU Center also plays host to a variety of sporting and entertainment events including NCAA Hockey, Holy Cross hockey and basketball, Professional Bull Riders, MIAA High School Basketball Championships, Monster Trucks and more.

Location: 50 Foster St., Worcester, MA 01608

DCU Center

Fidelity Bank Worcester Ice Center

The Fidelity Bank Worcester Ice Center (WIC) is a premier 110,000-square-foot recreational facility serving athletes of all ages. This state-of-the-art, twin-rink complex continues to be a hub for hockey, figure skating, and community events in Central Massachusetts, and is the practice facility for the Worcester Railers HC.

The facility features over 10,000 square feet of two-story concessions and lobby space, where players and visitors can enjoy food and beverages at Bay State Brewing Company and Infused Cafe during games, practices, and events. Additional amenities include Bando Performance strength training, the on-site ProfilersEdge Pro Shop, the Worcester Railers Rail Shop Merchandise Store, and ample parking that supports nearby attractions.

Location: 112 Harding St., Worcester, MA 01604

Fidelity Bank Worcester Ice Center

The Rail Shop

Located in the Fidelity Bank Worcester Ice Center, the Rail Shop is the official shop of the Worcester Railers HC. Shop official apparel, novelty and more at the store or online.

Location: Fidelity Bank Worcester Ice Center – 112 Harding St., Worcester, MA 01604

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