Category: Griffins
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Chris Chelios elected to Hockey Hall of Fame
By Michael Caples – In 2011, it was the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame calling the name of former Red Wings star Chris Chelios. In 2013, it is a hall without a country’s name in front of it. The Hockey Hall of Fame announced their Class of 2013 members today, and Chelios was the first…
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Red Wings release updated development camp roster
The Red Wings announced 21 additions to their development camp participation roster today, featuring their latest draft picks and camp invitees. Read more about the Red Wings’ development camp in Traverse City right here. 2013 Detroit Red Wings Development Camp Roster *Indicates recent roster additions Player Position 2012-13 Team Acquired Darren Helm F …
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Report: Red Wings cut ties with former first-round pick Thomas McCollum
By Michael Caples – MLive’s Ansar Khan is reporting that the Red Wings have cut ties with former first-round pick Thomas McCollum, and will not be offering him a new contract this off-season. McCollum, 23, was selected 30th overall in the 2008 NHL Draft by the Red Wings, just weeks after the club’s last…
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Red Wings’ development camp set for July 10-15 in Traverse City; Helm to participate
By Michael Caples – The Red Wings’ annual development camp for their drafted players and invited prospects will be held at Centre Ice Arena in Traverse City from July 10-15. The six-day camp currently features a roster of 21 players (see full list below). Notable names include OHL defenseman of the year Ryan Sproul, QMJHL…
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Griffins announce home opener, outdoor game date, NYE game, more
By Michael Caples – Who said it’s too early to start looking at next year’s schedule? Just eight days after they captured the Calder Cup for the first time in franchise history, the Grand Rapids Griffins revealed a first look at their 2013-14 season – including information about their outdoor game as part of…
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AHL championship especially sweet for Michigan natives
By Matt Gajtka – SYRACUSE, N.Y. – With their 5-2 win over the Syracuse Crunch on Tuesday night, the Grand Rapids Griffins brought the Calder Cup to the Calder City after 12 seasons in the American Hockey League. Moreover, the Game 6 triumph ended 25 total years of championship frustration for Grand Rapids-based pro hockey…
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“This belongs to the city forever” – Griffins capture first pro hockey title for Grand Rapids
By Matt Gajtka – SYRACUSE, N.Y. – The Syracuse Crunch had a lot going for them in the Calder Cup Final: back-to-back wins, a rabid home crowd for Tuesday night’s Game 6, 10 players with championship experience and a tie game in the third period. None of it matters anymore, because the Grand Rapids Griffins have the…
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Griffins beat Crunch 5-2 in Game 6 to secure Calder Cup for first time in franchise history
By Michael Caples – It took a little longer than some would have liked, but Grand Rapids finally got the job done. The Griffins are the American Hockey League champions for the first time in franchise history. Brennan Evans’ shot from the point at the halfway point of the third period turned out to…
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Photo gallery: Griffins vs. Crunch (Game 5)
Check out our photos from Game 5 of the AHL Final between the Grand Rapids Griffins and Syracuse Crunch. (All photos by Jennifer Leigh/MiHockey)
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Griffins focus on positives despite back-to-back losses
By Matt Gajtka – The Grand Rapids Griffins came up empty in two opportunities to hoist the Calder Cup this weekend, as consecutive wins by the Syracuse Crunch at Van Andel Arena turned a potential sweep into at least a six-game affair. As one might expect, the Griffins conceded nothing after the Crunch won…