PORTLAND, ME – September 15, 2026 – The Maine Mariners, proud affiliates of the NHL's Boston Bruins and AHL's Providence Bruins, have re-signed forward Jackson Stewart to a contract for the 2026-27 season.
A 22-year-old forward from Norwood, ON, Stewart first came to the Mariners from the Bloomington Bison in a February 2025 trade. Re-signing for the 2025-26 season, Stewart appeared in 14 games, registering his first two pro assists, as well as three fights. He’s skated in 24 games as a Mariner and 41 in his ECHL career.
In juniors, Stewart played three seasons in the Ontario Hockey League for the Kingston Frontenacs and Owen Sound Attack. He’s a second-generation pro, with his father, Dave Stewart playing 260 career ECHL games, prominently for the Roanoke Express from 1994-98.
Click here to view the current roster of announced Mariners signings for the 2026-27 season.
The Mariners 2026-27 season begins on Saturday, October 17th at Worcester with the Home Opener one week later on Saturday, October 24th, a 1 PM puck drop against the Railers. For more information on ticket packages and group discounts for the 2026-27 season, fans can call 833-GO-MAINE, go to MaineMariners.com, or visit the Mariners front office at 94 Free Street in Portland.
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