Category: Slideshow
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U.S. men fall to Canada in semifinals, will take on Finland for bronze tomorrow
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By Michael Caples – For the second time in as many days, Team USA fell to their main rival. After watching the U.S. women fall to Canada yesterday, the U.S. men suffered the same fate, as they were unable to find the scoresheet in a 1-0 loss. With the win, Canada moves on to the…
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Report: OHL to increase player benefit packages
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By Michael Caples – Yahoo Canada reported yesterday that there will be big changes coming to how the Ontario Hockey League compensates their players. According to Yahoo’s Sunaya Sapurji, the OHL is upgrading their education packages for players, and creating a new monthly reimbursement plan. Within the report, OHL commissioner David Branch said his league…
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Sweden advances to finals; six Michigan connections will play for gold
By Michael Caples – In the first of two international rivalry matchups, Sweden emerged victorious. Team Sweden – featuring more Michigan connections than any other country – scored twice in the second period to beat Finland 2-1 and advance to Sunday’s gold-medal game. The Swedes will take on the winner of the USA vs. Canada…
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Warrior, Little Caesars announce new hockey partnership
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By Michael Caples – The Detroit Red Wings and Little Caesars Amateur Sports have formed a new three-year partnership with Warrior Sports, it was announced today. Warrior, a Warren-based hockey equipment manufacturer, will provide members of the Little Caesars AAA Hockey Club and members of the Little Caesars Amateur Hockey League (LCAHL) with equipment, footwear…
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Broncos team up with Jesse’s Journey for their annual ‘Ice Duchenne’ Weekend
By Sam O’Toole – KALAMAZOO – The Western Michigan Bronco hockey program will host their annual ‘Ice Duchenne’ weekend on Friday and Saturday at Lawson Ice Arena, teaming up with Jesse’s Journey. The Broncos’ annual “Ice Duchenne” weekend – part of their “No Bad Days” campaign – helps raise awareness and money to support research…
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Honeybaked 19U coach, players talk to WDIV
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Prior to the gold-medal game between the U.S. and Canada today, members of the Honeybaked 19U team talked girls hockey on WDIV’s pre-game show. Check out the video, featuring coach Ryan Pardoski and players Tori Sullivan and Kortney Diaz, below.
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Team USA fails to hold onto 2-0 lead, loses to Canada in women’s gold-medal game
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By Michael Caples – They had a 2-0 lead through 56 minutes of play. They hit the post on an empty net. They had numerous chances in overtime. They will have to wait another four years for gold. In the final game of the 2014 Winter Olympic Games in Sochi, Russia, Team USA watched a…
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Trenton’s Mike Turner ties high school wins record as Trojans claim MIHL South
Longtime Trenton varsity bench boss Mike Turner won his 623rd game as a high school hockey coach yesterday, tying him with former East Kentwood coach Ron Baum for most all-time. The Trojans recorded a 5-2 win over U of D Jesuit to secure the MIHL South Division crown, as well. Congrats to Coach Turner, one…
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Breakdown: USA bounces Czechs in quarterfinals
By Stefan Kubus – Team USA took advantage of an older, tired Czech Republic team in Wednesday’s Olympic quarterfinal matchup to advance to the semifinals. Phil Kessel scored his fifth goal and eighth point of the tournament, Livonia’s Ryan Kesler had two assists and Jonathan Quick made 21 saves in a 5-2 win. Zach Parise,…
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Michigan State’s Jake Hildebrand picks up another B1G weekly award
By Michael Caples – Michigan State goaltender Jake Hildebrand continues to have an exceptional season for the Spartans, and once again, he has picked up a league honor. The sophomore from Butler, Pa., was named Big Ten Hockey’s third star of the week today, after helping Michigan State to a tie/shootout win and a…