Category: Hockey
Nelson named recipient of Pieri Award for exceptional coaching prowess with Bears | TheAHL.com
[ad_1] In Springfield, Mass., Todd Nelson of the Hershey Bears has been named the winner of the Louis A.R. Pieri Memorial Award as the AHL’s outstanding coach for the 2023-24 season. Voted on by fellow coaches and members of the media in each of the league’s 32 cities, Nelson led Hershey to the second-best regular-season…
Oilers Shake Up Lineup for Game 1 Against Kings
[ad_1] The Edmonton Oilers have finalized their starting lineup for the first-round playoff series against the Los Angeles Kings. Surprisingly, experienced forwards Connor Brown and Derek Ryan will not be in the lineup, while younger prospect Dylan Holloway and injured winger Evander Kane will be included instead. According to Daniel Nugent-Bowman of the Athletic, Brown,…
Analysis of Line Combinations and Defensive Pairings for Maple Leafs vs. Bruins Game 2
[ad_1] As the Toronto Maple Leafs prepare for Game 2 of their first-round series against the Boston Bruins, there is uncertainty surrounding the lineup for tonight’s game. David Alter is currently using the Game 1 lineup to project the roster for this crucial matchup, with potential changes based on player availability and injuries. Two key…
Greaves of the Monsters Earns AHL Player of the Week Honors
[ad_1] The American Hockey League has named Cleveland Monsters goaltender Jet Greaves as the Howies Hockey Tape/AHL Player of the Week for the period ending April 21, 2024. Greaves played three road games in a 48-hour span over the weekend and made 97 saves on 103 shots, helping the Monsters clinch their first division title…
Reporter for the Flames Foresees Exciting On-Ice Reunion in Upcoming Season
[ad_1] Salim Nadim Valji, a reporter for TSN and the Calgary Flames, recently hinted at a potential on-ice reunion next season that could bring joy to Flames fans. Without disclosing the identity of the individual who may return to the organization, Valji mentioned that he made a bet with his colleagues regarding this person donning…
AHL Teams Achieve Record Regular-Season Attendance Levels
[ad_1] The American Hockey League set a new attendance record in the 2023-24 season, with over 6.8 million fans attending games across North America. This total of 6,822,875 fans in 1,152 games marked a 5.0 percent increase from the previous season and surpassed the previous record set in 2015-16. The average per-game attendance for the…
Panthers Edge Lightning 3-2 in Game 1 Victory
[ad_1] In the third matchup in four years, the Florida Panthers took on the Tampa Bay Lightning in the playoffs. The Panthers had home ice advantage this time around due to their higher regular season ranking. Game 1 was held at 12:30 pm at Amarant Bank arena in the Sunshine State. Here is a breakdown…
IHUK moves into new headquarters at Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park
[ad_1] Ice Hockey UK (IHUK) is excited to announce our new home as the Landing Pad at Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park. IHUK is set to join the esteemed ice sports community already based at the park, with British Ice Skating stationed at the English Institute of Sport Sheffield and Elite League side Sheffield Steelers playing…
The Artistry of Tactics and Talent: An In-depth Look at Basketball Strategy
[ad_1] In the 2023-24 NHL season, a captivating blend of strategy and skill has taken center stage, illustrating the profound impact of coaching tactics and star performances. Amidst a wave of coaching changes aimed at revitalizing teams for the playoff hunt, the league’s top scorers have lit up the scoreboard, influencing both team fortunes and…
Bourque, Gaudette win AHL scoring races | TheAHL.com
[ad_1] SPRINGFIELD, Mass. … Texas Stars forward Mavrik Bourque and Springfield Thunderbirds forward Adam Gaudette have claimed the American Hockey League’s two prestigious offensive awards for the 2023-24 season. Bourque has won the John B. Sollenberger Trophy as the leading point-getter in the AHL, while Gaudette has captured the Willie Marshall Award as the AHL’s…