Philadelphia, PA. (BNS) It seems Flyers defenceman Scott Hannan has landed in Coach Clarke's Dog House. The carousing blueliner has been consistently late for practices and apparently misses team meetings on a regular basis. His lack of effort during practices and an occassional missed team flight has already, early in the season, pushed Clarke to the breaking point. Hannan's on ice performance in all five games this season has been less than spectacular, resulting in loss of ice time. His stats, well, are nil. Clarke has asked General Manager, Jazz Matthews to move the talented defenceman and bring in a player to contribute. Though Matthews is reluctant to move a dman of this calibre, (L D 5 6 8 8 9 5 7 8 8 7 7 - 78) even if he is not up to par, the thought is being entertained. However, with the Flyers on a season starting five game unbeaten streak, Matthews says it has to really be the right deal to take what may be good karma away from the lineup.
In the meantime, Matthews is always listening to offers.
Monday, July 12, 2010
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Aces Do Proud by Their Fallen Coach
With the memory of their beloved coach still fresh in their minds, the Aces sent a message to the rest of the PMHL yesterday. The team managed a pair of wins where they completely dominated the games from start to finish.
They started out the Game Day in front of a sold-out crowd in Anchorage, crushing the Crunch 6-2. The Aces efforts were led by C Zach Boychuk, who managed a goal and 2 helpers in the victory.
The Aces put on a 20-minute tribute to Bob Probert before the game. There was a mild concern that the delay might affect the Aces players going into the 1st period, especially as many of them had been moved to tears during the ceremony. This fear proved to be legitimate as the Aces looked totally lost to start the game, allowing the Crunch to score just 11 seconds into the game!
In an unprecedented move, Aces' new young Captain, Drew Doughty, called a time-out right after the goal was scored, just 11 seconds into the contest. Doughty went on to yell and encourage his team-mates for the entire time-out. When the referee came over to let the team know teh time-out had expired, Doughty shouted, "I'll let you know when we're done," and continued his verbal assault on the team. The time-out worked wonders as the Aces dominated the rest of the game and took home the victory.
The Aces played another strong game in beating the 'Hawks 4-1. This time RW Jody Gage led the way with 2 goals and an assist. Gage has 5 points already on this young season, tied for the PMHL lead.
For the Colorado Complainer, this has been Nathan Livingston.
They started out the Game Day in front of a sold-out crowd in Anchorage, crushing the Crunch 6-2. The Aces efforts were led by C Zach Boychuk, who managed a goal and 2 helpers in the victory.
The Aces put on a 20-minute tribute to Bob Probert before the game. There was a mild concern that the delay might affect the Aces players going into the 1st period, especially as many of them had been moved to tears during the ceremony. This fear proved to be legitimate as the Aces looked totally lost to start the game, allowing the Crunch to score just 11 seconds into the game!
In an unprecedented move, Aces' new young Captain, Drew Doughty, called a time-out right after the goal was scored, just 11 seconds into the contest. Doughty went on to yell and encourage his team-mates for the entire time-out. When the referee came over to let the team know teh time-out had expired, Doughty shouted, "I'll let you know when we're done," and continued his verbal assault on the team. The time-out worked wonders as the Aces dominated the rest of the game and took home the victory.
The Aces played another strong game in beating the 'Hawks 4-1. This time RW Jody Gage led the way with 2 goals and an assist. Gage has 5 points already on this young season, tied for the PMHL lead.
For the Colorado Complainer, this has been Nathan Livingston.
Friday, July 9, 2010
Rockies Let One Get Away
The Colorado Rockies opened up the PHL10 season on home ice against the Hartford Whalers. The Rockies, obviously still emotional regarding the news of Bob Probert's passing, came out on fire.
"We carried the play early, no question about that," said Coach Joey Kocur at the post-game press conference, "I actually think that's what hurt us. We were running on adrenaline, trying to do too much to win this for Bobby. With the boys not quite 100% in ideal game shape yet, you can't come out like that and expect to sustain it for 60 minutes."
The team took a 2-goal lead in the first 10 minutes on goals by former captain Garth Murray and young RW Grant Stevenson.
The Whalers got their first goal of the game with only 23 ticks on the clock left in the first period, and that seemed to deflate the Rockies... it was like they let that goal mean they had let down the memory of Bob Probert. The Whalers were able to go on to win the game 4-2.
"Its really too bad, you know," a somber GM Justin Livingston went on to add,"the team obviously put a lot of pressure on themselves to prove something tonight and it didn't turn out as planned. Hopefully the boys in Alaska can just relax and play like they know how... not put too much pressure on themselves, y'know? The Aces don't have anything they have to prove on opening night... neither did we."
Luckily for the shaken team, they were able to get right back on the ice for their second game of the season, in the Windy City against the 'Hawks.
The Rockies were able to calm down and play a steady, though not spectacular, road game. They were able to come out of there with a respectable 3-1 victory... more importantly, they were able to put the memory of the home opener behind them.
For the Colorado Complainer, this has been Nathan Livingston.
"We carried the play early, no question about that," said Coach Joey Kocur at the post-game press conference, "I actually think that's what hurt us. We were running on adrenaline, trying to do too much to win this for Bobby. With the boys not quite 100% in ideal game shape yet, you can't come out like that and expect to sustain it for 60 minutes."
The team took a 2-goal lead in the first 10 minutes on goals by former captain Garth Murray and young RW Grant Stevenson.
The Whalers got their first goal of the game with only 23 ticks on the clock left in the first period, and that seemed to deflate the Rockies... it was like they let that goal mean they had let down the memory of Bob Probert. The Whalers were able to go on to win the game 4-2.
"Its really too bad, you know," a somber GM Justin Livingston went on to add,"the team obviously put a lot of pressure on themselves to prove something tonight and it didn't turn out as planned. Hopefully the boys in Alaska can just relax and play like they know how... not put too much pressure on themselves, y'know? The Aces don't have anything they have to prove on opening night... neither did we."
Luckily for the shaken team, they were able to get right back on the ice for their second game of the season, in the Windy City against the 'Hawks.
The Rockies were able to calm down and play a steady, though not spectacular, road game. They were able to come out of there with a respectable 3-1 victory... more importantly, they were able to put the memory of the home opener behind them.
For the Colorado Complainer, this has been Nathan Livingston.
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Don Cherry speaks about
Columbus,OH cajn You've got to love this Guy!! DON CHERRY, the Head Coach of the PHL's Blue Jackets and Hockey Night in Canada was asked on a local live radio talk show, just what he thought about the allegations of torture of suspected terrorists. His reply prompted his ejection from the studio, but to thunderous applause from the audience.
HIS STATEMENT:
"If hooking up one raghead terrorist prisoner's testicles to a car battery to get the truth out of the lying little camel shagger will save just one Canadian life, then I have only three things to say:
"Red is positive, black is negative, and make sure his nuts are wet." Classic Don Cherry, I say.
I'm sure the the League Office will be contacting the GM of the Jackets once this hits the news wire. Will GM Colston be forced to remove me as the Jackets press agent? Hey Mike, you better clear you schedule just in case.
Cupp A Joe
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Aces' Coach Passes Away at 45
The Colorado Rockies' Hockey Club regrets to announce the passing of Alaska Aces head coach, Bob Probert. Probert was a true player's coach... demanding but fair.
"Our thoughts and prayers are with his family right now," GM Livingston responded when asked if there was a replacement in mind.
It was announced that the Aces and Rockies teams would be sporting commemorative '24' stickers on their helmets, and sporting 'Bobby' as a shoulder patch on their jerseys.
"The Aces will be playing for Bobby and his family this season... his spirit will be with us, and we will win the PMHL Championship... we will let NOTHING stop us... this is for Bobby now!" explained Livingston, getting visibly emotional and starting to tear up.
For the Colorado Complainer, this has been Nathan Livingston.
"Our thoughts and prayers are with his family right now," GM Livingston responded when asked if there was a replacement in mind.
It was announced that the Aces and Rockies teams would be sporting commemorative '24' stickers on their helmets, and sporting 'Bobby' as a shoulder patch on their jerseys.
"The Aces will be playing for Bobby and his family this season... his spirit will be with us, and we will win the PMHL Championship... we will let NOTHING stop us... this is for Bobby now!" explained Livingston, getting visibly emotional and starting to tear up.
For the Colorado Complainer, this has been Nathan Livingston.
Saturday, June 19, 2010
Drew Doughty Drunk in Denver
Less than 24 hours after being named team Captain of the Alaska Aces for the PMHL10 season, Drew Doughty managed to get himself arrested in Denver, Colorado. He had just arrived in town, looking to spend some time with the Rockies' trainers leading up to the start of the regular season. It appears as though he got a little out of control after hooking up with a few buddies and a half-dozen prostitutes.
"Ya, I've gotten off to a bad start, no question... Hopefully the boys don't hold this against me, I take the Captaincy very seriously," Doughty told a handful of media-types earlier today.
I've attempted to be in touch with Aces' coach, Bob Probert, but he has not responded to my calls. This reporter is curious to see if there will be another changing of the 'C' even before the season begins.
For the Colorado Complainer, this has been Nathan Livingston.
"Ya, I've gotten off to a bad start, no question... Hopefully the boys don't hold this against me, I take the Captaincy very seriously," Doughty told a handful of media-types earlier today.
I've attempted to be in touch with Aces' coach, Bob Probert, but he has not responded to my calls. This reporter is curious to see if there will be another changing of the 'C' even before the season begins.
For the Colorado Complainer, this has been Nathan Livingston.
Friday, June 18, 2010
Probert Looks to Youth for Leadership
Alaska Aces coach, Bob Probert, surprised a lot of people today in announcing D Drew Doughty as the Captain of the team for PMHL10. Doughty is a good, young prospect in the Rockies' organization, but he was not expecting to be wearing the 'C' so early in his career.
"This is a HUGE honor," Doughty told me and one other reporter at the press conference earlier today, "I certainly was not expecting this to happen, but I'm determined to be the best leader I possibly can for this team."
Probert took the time to inform the media how excited he is about the upcoming season. The Aces are looking to have as deep of a team as there is in the entire PMHL this season. It could be argued that they have 3 centermen in Krejci, Boychuk and Hudler that could just as easily be playing in the PHL at this point in there respective careers. Add that to Doughty, Biega and Tyutin on D... along with big seasons expected from LWers Daniel Carcillo and Colin Stuart... expectations are very high in Anchorage this season.
It was announced that the 'A's will be worn by LW Colin Stuart, RW HOFer Jody Gage and LW Greg Campbell.
For the Colorado Complainer, this has been Nathan Livingston.
"This is a HUGE honor," Doughty told me and one other reporter at the press conference earlier today, "I certainly was not expecting this to happen, but I'm determined to be the best leader I possibly can for this team."
Probert took the time to inform the media how excited he is about the upcoming season. The Aces are looking to have as deep of a team as there is in the entire PMHL this season. It could be argued that they have 3 centermen in Krejci, Boychuk and Hudler that could just as easily be playing in the PHL at this point in there respective careers. Add that to Doughty, Biega and Tyutin on D... along with big seasons expected from LWers Daniel Carcillo and Colin Stuart... expectations are very high in Anchorage this season.
It was announced that the 'A's will be worn by LW Colin Stuart, RW HOFer Jody Gage and LW Greg Campbell.
For the Colorado Complainer, this has been Nathan Livingston.
Murray Steps Down as Captain... Its King Richard's Reign!
In a last-minute press conference in Denver today, Colorado Rockies' C Garth Murray declared he has decided to step down as Captain of the team and handed the 'C' over to RW Mike Richards. Murray stated that because of his reduced role on the team, he didn't think he would be able to lead by example as much as he has in year's past.
"Once I decided it was best for the team for me to step down as Captain, it was not obvious right away as to whom I should pass it to," explained the well-spoken Murray, "... and that's not a slight against Richy at all... its just that we have Derky in the room now (referring to newcomer and HOFer, C Bernie Federko) as well as Marty and Staalsy (referring to Radek Martinek and Mark Staal), even Manure (Mitch Maunu) is quite vocal in the room... we're fortunate to have many great leaders in that locker room."
Rockies' coach, Joey Kocur, was on hand as well. He announced that the 'A' will be spread around the team a bit this season. On any given Game Day, any 2 of Bernie Federko, Marc Staal, Mitch Maunu, Radek Martinek, and Garth Murray may be wearing a letter.
There is a press conference happening in Anchorage tomorrow, where its expected the Aces will be announcing their choice for Captain for PMHL10.
For the Colorado Complainer, this has been Nathan Livingston.
"Once I decided it was best for the team for me to step down as Captain, it was not obvious right away as to whom I should pass it to," explained the well-spoken Murray, "... and that's not a slight against Richy at all... its just that we have Derky in the room now (referring to newcomer and HOFer, C Bernie Federko) as well as Marty and Staalsy (referring to Radek Martinek and Mark Staal), even Manure (Mitch Maunu) is quite vocal in the room... we're fortunate to have many great leaders in that locker room."
Rockies' coach, Joey Kocur, was on hand as well. He announced that the 'A' will be spread around the team a bit this season. On any given Game Day, any 2 of Bernie Federko, Marc Staal, Mitch Maunu, Radek Martinek, and Garth Murray may be wearing a letter.
There is a press conference happening in Anchorage tomorrow, where its expected the Aces will be announcing their choice for Captain for PMHL10.
For the Colorado Complainer, this has been Nathan Livingston.
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Aces Dominate Pre-Season
With a 6-1-1 record, the Aces are looking good through the pre-season of PMHL10. Rockies GM Justin Livingston expected as much heading into this season.
"I think we've done a great job in building a strong development program with the Alaska Aces, now its time for that to start to flow over to the parent club here in Denver."
The Aces are looking very strong down the middle, with perhaps the deepest group of centermen in the entire PMHL. C Zach Boychuk really stood out in the pre-season, putting up 11 points in the 8 games. C David Krejci and C Jiri Hudler also had strong showings.
The team's only weakness is on RW where there isn't a lot of talent.
"Yes, we're a bit thin on RW down there, but its by design. RW happens to be our strongest and deepest postition with the Rockies, so we're not in need of any help from the Farm in that regard. With Richards, Bourret, Stevenson and Burns, we're pretty well set on the right side," assured Livingston.
Aces coach Bob Probert knows the #1 priority is to get his players ready to join the Rockies in the PHL, though don't for a second think he doesn't have his eyes on another significant prize.
"The best thing we can do down here is to create winners. The best way to create winners, is to win! Our goal is to win the PMHL10 championship, no question."
It would appear the Alaska Aces are one of the favorites to do just that.
For the Colorado Complainer, this has been Nathan Livingston.
"I think we've done a great job in building a strong development program with the Alaska Aces, now its time for that to start to flow over to the parent club here in Denver."
The Aces are looking very strong down the middle, with perhaps the deepest group of centermen in the entire PMHL. C Zach Boychuk really stood out in the pre-season, putting up 11 points in the 8 games. C David Krejci and C Jiri Hudler also had strong showings.
The team's only weakness is on RW where there isn't a lot of talent.
"Yes, we're a bit thin on RW down there, but its by design. RW happens to be our strongest and deepest postition with the Rockies, so we're not in need of any help from the Farm in that regard. With Richards, Bourret, Stevenson and Burns, we're pretty well set on the right side," assured Livingston.
Aces coach Bob Probert knows the #1 priority is to get his players ready to join the Rockies in the PHL, though don't for a second think he doesn't have his eyes on another significant prize.
"The best thing we can do down here is to create winners. The best way to create winners, is to win! Our goal is to win the PMHL10 championship, no question."
It would appear the Alaska Aces are one of the favorites to do just that.
For the Colorado Complainer, this has been Nathan Livingston.
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Rockies' Rookies Leading the Way
Rockies GM Justin Livingston went into the draft expecting
to get some immediate help on their PRO roster, holding
the 8th and 18th overall picks. In years past, the GM's
game plan has been to continuously use the draft to keep
their FARM system strong and developing talent.
With the FARM now sufficiently filled with quality,
long-term assets, Livingston decided to use this past
draft to get some immediate PRO level talent. Now 4 games
into the preseason, his decisions are looking very sound.
The Rockies' are 3-1 in their preseason games, and they're
being led by their 2, 1st round picks.
7 Nicolas Deschamp18 R C 7 8 6 9 8 3 9 9 8 4 6 77
... was taken with the 8th overall pick and
18 Alexander Popov18 L LW 4 7 2 9 6 6 9 9 6 3 7 68
... was taken with the 18th. Through 4 preseason games,
both players have benefited from playing with one another.
F 18 Alexander Popov18 4 5 2 7 6 2 0 0 0 12 2 41.7
F 7 Nicolas Deschamp18 4 2 3 5 2 2 0 0 0 11 8 18.2
Coach Joey Kocur suggested in a press conference yesterday
that the 2 are going to start seeing more ice-time throughout
the rest of the preseason and even potentially into the start
of the regular season.
For the Colorado Complainer, this has been Nathan Livingston.
to get some immediate help on their PRO roster, holding
the 8th and 18th overall picks. In years past, the GM's
game plan has been to continuously use the draft to keep
their FARM system strong and developing talent.
With the FARM now sufficiently filled with quality,
long-term assets, Livingston decided to use this past
draft to get some immediate PRO level talent. Now 4 games
into the preseason, his decisions are looking very sound.
The Rockies' are 3-1 in their preseason games, and they're
being led by their 2, 1st round picks.
7 Nicolas Deschamp18 R C 7 8 6 9 8 3 9 9 8 4 6 77
... was taken with the 8th overall pick and
18 Alexander Popov18 L LW 4 7 2 9 6 6 9 9 6 3 7 68
... was taken with the 18th. Through 4 preseason games,
both players have benefited from playing with one another.
F 18 Alexander Popov18 4 5 2 7 6 2 0 0 0 12 2 41.7
F 7 Nicolas Deschamp18 4 2 3 5 2 2 0 0 0 11 8 18.2
Coach Joey Kocur suggested in a press conference yesterday
that the 2 are going to start seeing more ice-time throughout
the rest of the preseason and even potentially into the start
of the regular season.
For the Colorado Complainer, this has been Nathan Livingston.
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