Category: For Parents
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Michigan names to watch in the 2018 NHL Prospect Tournament
By @StefanKubus – The 2018 NHL Prospect Tournament begins Friday afternoon at Centre Ice Arena in Traverse City, kicking off with a tilt between the St. Louis Blues and Carolina Hurricanes. The Detroit Red Wings’ roster can be found here. Filip Zadina, Michael Rasmussen, Joe Veleno and Dennis Cholowski are four of Detroit’s most recent…
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Team Langenbrunner, Team Leopold roster splits announced for 2018 All-American Prospects Game
By @StefanKubus – The All-American Prospects Game has seen names like Dylan Larkin, Zach Werenski and Seth Jones come through en route to the NHL. And on Wednesday, USA Hockey announced the roster splits for the 2018 edition of the event, taking place Sept. 19 at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, Minn. and…
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GoFundMe page established in John Vigilante’s honor to help support youth hockey players
By @StefanKubus – John Vigilante’s impact on youth hockey will live on. Shortly after the hockey community lost the beloved coach and former Plymouth Whalers star, a GoFundMe page was established to create a new fundraising initiative designed to help families afford the cost of hockey. The GoFundMe page – which can be seen here…
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Chris Chelios leaving Red Wings organization to return home to Chicago
By @StefanKubus – The Detroit Red Wings will be without Hall of Famer and former Red Wings defenseman Chris Chelios on their staff. Chelios, 56, announced Thursday morning that he is leaving the organization to return to his hometown of Chicago in order to be closer to family. Chelios issued the following statement via the…
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Around the NHL: Rust re-signs; Kero traded; Boucher re-ups
By @StefanKubus – It’s been a notable week around the NHL for activity amongst Michigan natives. The Pittsburgh Penguins announced Tuesday that they had re-signed forward and Pontiac native Bryan Rust to a four-year deal worth an annual average value of $3.5 million. Rust, 26, posted career-highs in assists (25) and points (38) in 69…
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Family of Julianna Ward-Brown holding non-profit 5/10k runs for ‘Julianna’s Wishes’ charity
By @StefanKubus – The family of Julianna Ward-Brown is holding a non-profit 5/10K run to help raise money for others through the Julianna’s Wishes charity. The “Miles for Smiles” runs will take place on Saturday, Sept. 29 in Howell. Those wishing to participate can learn more and sign up through the event’s RunSignUp page. Donations…
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Red Wings add Grand Haven native Dan Bylsma as assistant coach
By @StefanKubus – The Detroit Red Wings have filled their vacancy on the bench with a Michigan native who has a Stanley Cup to his name. Grand Haven native Dan Bylsma, 47, will fill the void on the Detroit bench this season, joining head coach Jeff Blashill and fellow assistants Doug Houda and Pat Ferschweiler.…
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USA Hockey expands Hockey Weekend Across America to ‘Hockey Week Across America’
By @StefanKubus – Hockey Weekend Across America will have a different look in 2019. That’s because the event, now in its 12th year, is set to last an entire week. USA Hockey announced that the newly-named Hockey Week Across America will take place from Feb. 17-24, 2019, celebrating an entire week of hockey festivities across…
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Red Wings announce third annual Street Hockey Summer Tour at Meijer locations across Michigan
By @StefanKubus – The Detroit Red Wings announced Tuesday the details surrounding its third annual Street Hockey Summer Tour. Starting July 16, the Red Wings will travel to Meijer parking lots throughout the state of Michigan to host clinics. Children ages 7-12 of all skill levels and hockey experience can sign up to participate in…
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Red Wings annual equipment and memorabilia sale set for June 2
By @StefanKubus – If you’re looking to get your hands on some Red Wings game-used memorabilia or autographed items, mark your calendars for Saturday, June 2. That’s when the Red Wings will host their annual equipment and memorabilia sale at Hockeytown Authentics in Troy, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The one-day sale will include…