Move highlights retailer's commitment to serving players and families across the U.S.
HOLLISTON, Mass., April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pure Hockey, the nation's leading destination for hockey equipment, apparel, and accessories, today announced the acquisition of Perani's Hockey World, a very successful and long-standing retailer with 22 locations across the Midwest and surrounding regions. The stores will be rebranded as Pure Hockey, bringing the company's total retail footprint to more than 110 locations nationwide.
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