Monsters Announce 2026-27 Home Opener Will Be Friday, October 2

The Cleveland Monsters announced today that Opening Night of the 2026-27 season will be on Friday, October 2, at Rocket Arena. Start time, opponent, and promotional information will be announced on a later date. 

2026-27 will mark the historic 20th Season in franchise history and the 12th as the top affiliate of the NHL’s Columbus Blue Jackets. The 20th Season of Monsters Hockey will be highlighted by the franchise hosting of the 2027 AHL All-Star Classic February 7 & 8 at Rocket Arena.

Fans can become a member of the Monsters Hockey Club for the 2026-27 Season, the year-round membership program of the Monsters that includes the best seats for all Monsters home games, lowest ticket prices, convenient monthly installment plans, meet the team event, exclusive free Monsters MHC gifts, and many other perks and benefits. CLICK HERE to become a member today!

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The Monsters and Rocket Arena are proud hosts of the 2027 American Hockey League All-Star Classic that will take place on Sunday, February 7 and Monday, February 8, 2027. For up-to-date information on the 2027 AHL All-Star Classic click  https://clevelandmonsters.com/ahl-all-star