RIO RANCHO, N.M. – The New Mexico Goatheads, proud affiliates of the NHL's Colorado Avalanche and AHL's Colorado Eagles, announced today that the team has acquired forward Tyler Paquette from the Greensboro Gargoyles in exchange for future considerations.
Paquette, 25, joins New Mexico after beginning the 2026-27 season with Greensboro, recording one assist in three games this season.
The 6-foot-3 forward spent the 2025-26 season with the Indy Fuel, appearing in 52 games and recording 22 points (8G, 14A).
Prior to turning professional, the Collegeville, Pennsylvania native played five seasons of NCAA Division I hockey at Penn State University, recording 48 points in 143 career games.
The right-shot forward brings size and professional experience to the Goatheads' lineup as New Mexico prepares for its upcoming two-game home series against the Rapid City Rush.
The Goatheads return to the Rio Rancho Events Center on Friday, Oct. 30 for Oktoberfest Night before hosting Peanuts Halloween Night on Saturday, Oct. 31. Both games begin at 7:00 PM MT.
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