Category: The Latest
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A (re)introduction to USA Hockey’s NTDP
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By @MichaelCaples – PLYMOUTH – There’s a new team in town. Well, really, they’re only moving 20 miles down M-14, but still, they’re going to be new to some. With USA Hockey purchasing Compuware Arena in Plymouth last season, the national organization has selected a new home for their National Team Development Program on…
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USA Hockey announces 2015-16 schedules for U17, U18 NTDP squads
By @StefanKubus – USA Hockey announced the 2015-16 schedule for the National Team Development Program’s Under-17 and Under-18 teams Thursday afternoon. The 2015-16 campaign marks the NTDP’s first at USA Hockey Arena in Plymouth after being based in Ann Arbor since the program’s 1996 inception. The Under-18 Team will host the USHL’s Chicago Steel Oct. 9, marking the historic first game at…
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Michigan Mustangs’ hosting of U.S. PowerHockey Championship a success despite end result
By @StefanKubus – The Michigan Mustangs played host to the 2015 U.S. PowerHockey Championship for the first time ever July 16-18 at USA Hockey Arena in Plymouth, and they nearly left as two-time national champions. The Mustangs just fell short of the 2015 national crown, ultimately losing to the Minnesota Selects in the championship game,…
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Jim Craig is selling his ‘Miracle’ memorabilia
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By @MichaelCaples – Want to own a piece of hockey history? You can, for a (hefty) price. Jim Craig, goaltender for the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team, is selling some of his most prized possessions – like his gold medal, game-worn jerseys and the iconic U.S. flag that was wrapped around him after he…
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Five U.S. cities still in contention for hosting 2018 World Juniors; Detroit not on the list
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By @MichaelCaples – USA Hockey announced today the five cities that are finalists in contention for hosting the 2018 IIHF World Junior Championship, but Detroit wasn’t one of them. USA Today’s Kevin Allen (A Michigan native and resident) had reported in February that Detroit was one possible location for the prestigious international tournament, but per…
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Catching up with Flint Firebirds goalie Alex Nedeljkovic
By Matt Mackinder – As the Flint Firebirds get set to start their maiden voyage in the Ontario Hockey League this fall, leadership will be a major factor to any success the team may taste. Alex Nedeljkovic, who already has three stellar seasons under his belt with the Plymouth Whalers, will undoubtedly be one…
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Red Wings’ 2015 HockeyFest at Joe Louis Arena set for Sept. 13
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By @MichaelCaples – The Detroit Red Wings have released ticket information and a list of activities for this year’s edition of their annual ‘HockeyFest’ event at Joe Louis Arena. HockeyFest, presented by Coke Zero and Meijer, offers player and alumni meet-and-greets and a chance to play alongside and interact with current players through various…
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Red Wings sign Tomas Jurco to a two-year contract
By @MichaelCaples – The Red Wings addressed signing the last of their restricted free agents on Friday, inking Tomas Jurco to a two-year contract. Jurco, 22, skated in 63 games with Detroit in 2014-15 – his first full professional season. In that timeframe, he recorded 18 points (three goals and 15 assists), along with…
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Marquette Electricians are ceasing operations
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By @MichaelCaples – The Marquette Electricians just issued a press release that they will no longer be an active midget major hockey program. Marquette Junior Hockey President Jeff Cornock announced today that the 18U AAA midget major Marquette Electricians hockey team is ceasing operations, effective immediately. The Electricians began play as a AAA program in…
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It’s time to bring an end to ‘zombie hockey’
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By @StefanKubus – At the Michigan Amateur Hockey Association Summer Meeting, two prominent USA Hockey executives called for an end to “zombie hockey” and “over-scripted” practices. Bob Mancini, Regional manager for the American Development Model and a former college and OHL head coach, said with some youth teams are playing upward of 75 games per season, the importance of…