(RAPID CITY, S.D.)—The Rapid City Rush, proud ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Calgary Flames, announced Thursday, in an Active Life Chiropractic roster adjustment, the club has signed goaltender Shane Farkas for the 2026-27 season.
Farkas, 26, completed a four-year collegiate career at Mount Royal University in Calgary, where he played 76 total games. Farkas finished with a 51-22 career record, 2.45 goals against average, and 11 shutouts for the Cougars. He was named the USports Goaltender of the Year in 2024.
“I am thrilled to be joining the Rush,” said Farkas. “I wish it was October right now so we could get started. I have heard nothing less than the highest praise about both the organization and the city, and so I feel very fortunate and excited to be coming to such an exceptional place to play.”
The Penticton, B.C. native played four years of major junior in the Western Hockey League, split between the Portland Winterhawks and Victoria Royals. Farkas also saw time with the West Kelowna Warriors in the BCHL as a rookie.
“Signing Shane is really good for us,” said Dave Smith, Rush Head Coach and General Manager. “He is an accomplished goaltender who has a terrific history of winning hockey games. His transition to pro is an exciting time for him, and we’re happy Shane is joining the Rush organization.”
The Rush have announced the following player signings:
Forwards (10): Ryan Wagner, Logan Nelson, Rasmus Ekström, Kenny Belanger Jr., Seth Fyten, Ryan Mahshie, Deagan McMillan, Alec Butcher, Will Portokalis, Timofei Khokhlachev
Defensemen (5): Eric Parker, Jake Ratzlaff, Andrew Noel, Ben Wozney, Hunter Donohoe
Goaltenders (1): Shane Farkas
2026-27 Rapid City Rush season tickets, mini plans, and group experiences are on sale now! You can score the best deals on tickets and take advantage of exclusive perks, including season ticket holder-only events and discounts at the team store. Call the Rush office at 605-716-7825 or visit www.rapidcityrush.com to learn more and secure your seats today.
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