ECHL: Kurtis Henry Returns to Everblades Blue Line

Originally posted on Inside The Rink | By Karen Zehner | Last updated Jul 11, 2025 5:14 PM ET

The Florida Everblades have re-signed defenseman Kurtis Henry for the 2025–26 season. After a brief but promising stint late last year, Henry is set to begin his first full professional season in Florida.

Late-Season Addition Makes His Mark

Henry joined the Everblades late in the 2024–25 campaign following the conclusion of his collegiate career at the University of Prince Edward Island. He appeared in 10 regular-season games, recording two assists, nine penalty minutes, and a +1 rating. Though his time on the roster was limited, his physical style and poise under pressure made a strong early impression.

Collegiate Career at UPEI

Prior to turning pro, Henry played four seasons at UPEI, where he established himself as a reliable two-way defenseman with a strong physical edge. In his final year (2024–25), he posted a career-best 26 points (3G, 23A) in 27 games, along with 100 penalty minutes, leading the team in both assists and PIM.

Across his USports career, Henry totaled 73 points (13G, 60A) in 106 games, along with 266 penalty minutes—a clear reflection of his gritty, high-impact presence on the back end.

What Henry Brings to the Everblades

At 6’2” and 215 pounds, Henry brings size, toughness, and a physical edge to the Everblades’ blue line. He excels at shutting down cycles and blocking shots. Henry will look to carve out a regular role in Florida’s defensive rotation for the 2025–26 campaign.

Opening Night on the Road

Henry and the Everblades will open the 2025–26 season on the road as they take on the Orlando Solar Bears on Friday, October 17 at the Kia Center in Orlando.

Puck Drop: 7:00 PM EDT
Location: Kia Center, Orlando, FL

Source: Florida Everblades. (2025, July 10). Florida agrees to terms with defenseman Kurtis Henry.

This article first appeared on Inside The Rink and was syndicated with permission.

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