Sunday, January 31st, 2010
Prospect Sergei Shirokov scored twice in the first period to lead the AHL’s Manitoba Moose over the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins 6-4. The Moscow native Shirokov leads all Moose scorers with 16 goals and 33 points and is tied for fourth in AHL rookie scoring. The win on Saturday ended a six game losing streak for Manitoba.
Sunday, January 31st, 2010
Vancouver Canuck veteran Mikael Samuelsson applauded the skill set of teammate Mason Raymond, but also pointed out that the 24 year old could become even better if he added a play making element to his blazing speed game. Raymond who has had NHL scouts drooling over his speed and puck skills, has taken time to develop into a consistent threat. Mikael Samuelsson reiterated that while Raymond has made strides, there is still room for growth, and that a play making component in Raymond’s game could really take him to the next level.
Sunday, January 31st, 2010
Chris Vivalamore of the Atlanta-Journal Constitution writes about Ilya Kovalchuk’s unique situation with the Atlanta Thrashers. Never has a premiere player such as Kovalchuk at the age of 27 been an unrestricted free agent and have a plethora of options. Vivalamore details three options which Atlanta GM Don Waddell must consider. They include signing the superstar winger, trading him, and staying put for the time being. To check out Chris Vivalamore’s piece and learn more about number seventeen’s options, please visit this link.
Friday, January 29th, 2010
Perttu Lindgren led all Texas Stars (AHL affliate of the NHL’s Dallas Stars) skaters with six points (3 goals, 3 assists) over the past week. Five of his points came on the power play. Lindgren now leads the team with 19 assists and 28 points.
Friday, January 29th, 2010
The Atlanta Thrashers were happy to take a 4-3 win over the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday night, but not without the heroic and hilarious play of goalie Johan Hedberg. In the third period, “The Moose” left his crease to take a save of Simon Gagne. The rest is hockey comedy history. To view Johan’s hilarious save, please visit this link.
Friday, January 29th, 2010
One of the premiere players in the NHL & the world, Ilya Kovalchuk has every right to be mentioned in the game’s elite group of players. The man from Atlanta has accumulated 327 career goals, and much of those without a legitimate centre man. In addition, he has won a Rocket Richard Trophy in 2003-04, played in three All-Star games, and is on pace to reach the 50 goal plateau for the third time in his career. As Christopher Carmichael of The Upper Deck Blog writes, “He is seemingly the second most dynamic goal scorer in the game today behind only Alexander Ovechkin.” Considering his incredible accolades and talent, one would assume Kovalchuk would be anointed the franchise player for the Atlanta Thrahsers and receive a contract to match. However as the Olympic Roster Freeze date and the NHL trade deadline come closer, the “Superman from the South” is still without a contract extension. The Upper Deck Blog gives five scenarios to what may happen to number 17 in the coming months. To see Christopher Carmichael’s player spotlight on Ilya Kovalchuk, please visit this link.
Thursday, January 28th, 2010
Check out this Södertälje TV video of new addition Riku Helenius. To view, please watch video “Riku Helenius 100127″
Thursday, January 28th, 2010
NY RANGERS LACE UP FOR 16th ANNUAL “SKATE WITH THE GREATS” EVENT TO BENEFIT RONALD McDONALD HOUSE NEW YORK
Rangers Greats Brian Leetch, Rod Gilbert and Adam Graves take to the ice at Rockefeller Center, Thursday, Jan. 28 6:30 PM
On Thursday, January 28th, Brian Leetch, Rod Gilbert, Adam Graves and other celebrated former Rangers will take part in the 16th annual Skate with the Greats event at Rockefeller Center. The Skate with the Greats event has helped to raise more than $6 million for Ronald McDonald House New York, a facility that offers children with cancer and their family shelter and support while they undergo active treatment. Since its founding, more than 25,000 children have stayed at Ronald McDonald House New York.
Ronald McDonald House New York is supported in part by the Rangers through a partnership with the Garden of Dreams Foundation, a non-profit charity that works closely with the Rangers and all areas of Madison Square Garden to make dreams come true for kids in crisis.
The 16th Annual Skate with the Greats – Skate with New York Rangers Greats and participate in live and silent auctions
Join Brian Leetch, Rod Gilbert, Adam Graves and other celebrated former Rangers
Thursday, January 28, 6:30 – 8:00 pm – Live auction at 7:00 PM
The Rink and Restaurant at Rockefeller Center – 30 Rockefeller Plaza (between 49th & 50th Streets)
Wednesday, January 27th, 2010
The common sports fan may not see Atlanta Georgia as a big time hockey town, but don’t tell Ilya Kovalchuk. The Super Russian has been named the 53rd most powerful athlete in all of sports by Business Week. “Kovy” is ahead of NBA’s Steve Nash, MLB’s Evan Longoria, and the NFL’s Ben Roethlisberger. To find out more about Ilya Kovalchuk’s recent honor, please visit this link.
Wednesday, January 27th, 2010
The Texas Stars defeated the Milwaukee Admirals handily, outscoring them 5-2 Tuesday night at Cedar Park Center. Forward Perttu Lindgren scored and assisted in the game, and now has five points in the last three games.
555 Pleasantville Road
North Building, Suite 210
Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510
810 7th Avenue
11th Floor
New York, NY 10019
(914) 432-0050
(914) 432-0049 (fax)
info@puckagency.com
Puck Agency, LLC © Copyright 2010 All rights reserved All logos and trademarks are property of their respective owners
Produced by Global Media Design