WOLF PACK UNLEASHED: KYLE JACKSON

Aug 28, 2025

HARTFORD, CT – When training camp opens in Hartford in late September, a number of players will be looking to make a solid first impression on Head Coach Grant Potulny and his staff.

Among those players is forward Kyle Jackson, who is entering his third professional season. Jackson inked a one-year contract with the Hartford Wolf Pack as a free agent in July. Fresh off of a dominant season with the ECHL’s Wheeling Nailers, Jackson is excited to join a new team and complete a bit of a lifelong dream.

“I have always been a huge fan of the New York Rangers, to be honest,” Jackson said when asked why he chose Hartford in free agency. “I was thrilled when this opportunity to sign with Hartford became a reality. I believe it’s a great fit for me and I feel my style of play can help the team win games. I am grateful for this chance to continue to develop and pursue my dream of playing in the NHL one day.”

Jackson took a step in his development in his second season as a pro. In 67 games with ECHL Wheeling, the forward scored 52 points (27 g, 25 a). He led the Nailers in goals and finished second on the club in overall points.

“Well, having played one year pro prior to last season with the Kansas City Mavericks really helped me understand what it takes to play professional hockey,” he said when asked about his success. “I was more ready for the grind of the season. I have to give my coach, Derek Army, lots of credit as he gave me a bigger role which helped me achieve my goals.

“I also worked on certain skills last off-season, especially my shot release and accuracy. As for what went right for me, being surrounded by a strong coaching and training staff, being part of a winning culture, and obviously having great teammates that worked hard and pushed me every day was huge for me.”

The native of Ottawa, ON, was rewarded for his strong season with a recall to the AHL’s Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins for a pair of games. He made his AHL debut on Mar. 30 in Charlotte, firing two shots on goal.

“It was huge for me,” he said of getting his first taste of AHL action. “I have always believed I can play in the AHL and although it was only two games, it confirmed to me that I can play at this level.  My biggest take away from those two games was how much more poised players are with the puck and the attention to the small details of the game. Everything from decision making to getting around…