Kane pleads guilty to noncriminal charge (AP)
August 28, 2009 by Lisa Bohm
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Chicago Blackhawks forward Patrick Kane and his cousin pleaded guilty Thursday to a noncriminal charge of disorderly conduct and were ordered to send an apology to the cab driver they were accused of roughing up over 20 cents. The 20-year-old player and his 21-year-old cousin, James Kane, were given conditional discharges, meaning they will avoid any penalties if they stay out of trouble for a…
Coyotes’ Arizona future hinges on lease (AP)
August 28, 2009 by Lisa Bohm
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If the NHL is successful in buying the Phoenix Coyotes in U.S. Bankruptcy Court, the league plans to quickly engage in talks over a new lease agreement with the city of Glendale. If no deal is forthcoming, the NHL says it would be forced to turn to a buyer to move the team elsewhere. "I think we've got to get the lease situation resolved or not by the end of this calendar year," NHL…
Blues captain Brewer has knee surgery (AP)
August 28, 2009 by Lisa Bohm
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St. Louis Blues defenseman Eric Brewer has undergone arthroscopic surgery on his right knee in what the team termed a minor setback for a player rehabbing from two back operations. Brewer, the team captain, played only 28 games last season before undergoing surgery in December to repair a herniated disc in his back.
Demers appointed to Canadian Senate (AP)
August 28, 2009 by Lisa Bohm
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Jacques Demers, the Stanley Cup-winning coach who has spoken frankly about his lifelong battle with illiteracy, was appointed Thursday to the Canadian Senate. Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced the decision and was with the 65-year-old coach at Laval University in Quebec City. Demers is the last man to coach a Canadian team to the Stanley Cup, a feat achieved in 1993 in his first year behind…
Canada counting on youth for 2010 team (AP)
August 28, 2009 by Lisa Bohm
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Coming off a disappointing finish three years ago in Italy, Canada's hockey team will likely be counting on its next generation of talent for the 2010 Winter Olympics. Some of Canada's usual suspects for big international events were at a four-day camp: Scott Niedermayer, Chris Pronger, Jarome Iginla, Shane Doan, Ryan Smyth and Martin Brodeur.
2010 ECHL All-Star Game Logo Unveiled
August 28, 2009 by Lisa Bohm
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PRINCETON, N.J. – The ECHL and the Ontario Reign on Friday unveiled the logo for the 2010 ECHL All-Star Game presented by Reebok Hockey.
The Ontario Reign, the City of Ontario and Citizens Business Bank Arena will host the 18th Annual ECHL All-Star Game on Jan. 20, 2010 and the 13th Annual All-Star Skills Competition on Jan. 19, 2010. In …
Golf With The Jackals Is Oct. 11
August 28, 2009 by Lisa Bohm
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ELMIRA, N.Y. – The Elmira Jackals announced that the fourth annual “Golf With The Jackals” will be held Oct. 11 at The Club at Shepard Hills in Waverly, N.Y.
The Jackals are the ECHL affiliate of the Ottawa Senators of the National Hockey League and Binghamton of the American Hockey League.
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ECHL, General Sports AlliancesAnnounce Partnership
August 28, 2009 by Lisa Bohm
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PRINCETON, N.J. – The ECHL announced that General Sports Alliances of Denver will represent the league for national sponsorship sales.
“Our company is excited about the opportunity to represent the ECHL and build on the history that I have with the league,” said General Sports Alliances President Chris Foy, who began his sports management …
Rats Unveil Rounald McDonald House Jersey
August 27, 2009 by Lisa Bohm
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ALBANY, NY – The Albany River Rats announced today the winning jersey-design for their fourth annual Ronald McDonald House Charities Jersey Auction. T… – AHL Albany River Rats
Texas Stars Host Dallas Stars At Cedar Park Center On September 30th
August 27, 2009 by Lisa Bohm
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Cedar Park, TX – The Texas Stars announced today the team will host the National Hockey League\’s Dallas Stars in an exhibition game on Wednesday, Sep… – AHL Texas Stars


