The Wisconsin Rapids Riverkings closed out their campaign with one of the most statistically significant seasons in franchise history—a year marked by explosive individual performances, major record‑book shakeups, and a coaching milestone that underscores the program’s rise.
Ahlstrand Sets the All‑Time Assist Record
Felix Ahlstrand delivered a season that will be remembered for years, finishing with 60 assists, the most in a single season in Riverkings history. His playmaking fueled the offense nightly, turning every shift into a scoring opportunity and elevating the production of the entire roster. Ahlstrand finished the season with a whopping 93 points.
Ilyin Climbs to Third in Single‑Season Goals
Mikhail Ilyin emerged as one of the league’s most dangerous finishers, scoring 36 goals—good for third all‑time in Riverkings single‑season history. His scoring touch provided the team with a consistent threat in every situation and became a defining pillar of the Riverkings’ attack. His final tally of the year—a dramatic overtime winner in the regular‑season finale—served as the perfect exclamation point on his season‑long firepower.
Bolduc Ranks Second All‑Time for Points Among Defensemen
Olivier Bolduc’s two‑way impact was undeniable. With a rare blend of defensive stability and offensive punch, he finished second all‑time for most points by a Riverkings defenseman. His ability to activate from the blue line added a dynamic layer to the team’s transition game and power‑play structure. Bolduc finished this season with 12 goals and 41 assists.
Gruttadauria Posts Outstanding Goaltending Season
Jackson Gruttadauria delivered a season worthy of franchise lore, ending the year with a 0.939 save percentage, the third‑highest single‑season mark in Riverkings history. His consistency and composure gave the team a backbone during tight games and helped fuel the offensive confidence in front of him. Gruttadauria played 19 games going 12-4-1-0, he faced 676 shots with 635 saves.
Diamond’s Blistering Start Still Leaves a Mark
The season opened with Noa Diamond on a torrid scoring pace—one that had him positioned to challenge the Riverkings’ all‑time single‑season goal record. An injury cut his campaign short, but even in just 20 games, Diamond still finished fourth on the roster in scoring, a testament to how dominant he was before going down. Diamond finished with 23 goals and 29 assists.
Coach Pechmann Reaches the 100‑Win Milestone
In addition to the on‑ice achievements, the season featured a major coaching milestone. Head coach Paul Pechmann secured his 100th win with the Riverkings in the first game of his fourth season, a clear marker of sustained excellence. Under his leadership, the program has become a perennial contender and a consistent developer of high‑impact players. The Riverkings finished 32-10-1-0 this season (playoffs pending) with an overall record of 131-48-15 under Coach Pechmann.
A Season That Redefined the Franchise
From Ahlstrand’s historic assist total to Ilyin’s scoring surge, Bolduc’s blue‑line firepower, Gruttadauria’s elite goaltending, Diamond’s electric start, and Pechmann’s 100‑win milestone, the 2025–26 Riverkings didn’t just compete—they reshaped the franchise’s statistical landscape.