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THE MOVIE Ray is a showcase for several talented African American actors who too rarely get the screen time that they deserve--and the music of Ray Charles sounds as fantastic as ever. But this is a Hollywood feel-good movie, so director Taylor Hackford force-fits Ray Charles into a standard formula--the American individual success story.
Certainly the personal story of Ray Charles--who died earlier this year--is compelling. Poverty, racism and the loss of his eyesight at the age of 7 couldn't prevent his genius--that's no overstatement-- from breaking musical boundaries and achieving unimaginable success.
The wonderful child actor C.J. Sanders captures the horror Ray experienced watching his little brother drown--but the film later uses too many gimmicks to revisit the moment, distracting from the cast's work.
What saves the film from these and several other contrivances is Jamie Foxx in the title role. While Foxx has won praise for his ability to capture Charles' well-known mannerisms, he's most compelling in the quiet scenes--such as when he sits silently on the band's bus in a late 1940s tour of the South, ignored as his band mates enjoy themselves gambling.
Foxx conveys Charles' courage to fight and prevail over the music industry parasites who tried to take advantage of his him because of his blindness--and his refusal to accept the narrow options open to Black musicians in the era of Jim Crow segregation. We see Charles' decision not to play a segregated show in 1960s Georgia--and the state legislature's ban on him performing in the state.
This is portrayed as a spur-of-the-moment decision--but in fact Charles was a supporter of the civil rights movement, and donated money to help support activists. The focus of the film is mainly Charles' personal life. It doesn't shy away from Charles' heroin addiction or womanizing, and manages to show the high toll of both without moralizing about either.
Charles' complicated personal life didn't impede his aggressive approach to the music industry--and this is the most consistent theme in Ray. The film shows how Ray Charles, who desegregated music charts as the civil rights movement smashed Jim Crow, became Ray Charles the global enterprise, with Charles as CEO.
He manages to extract from ABC-Paramount Records a deal giving him ownership of his master recordings--a deal "better than Sinatra gets"--and prevents racist cops and politicians from destroying his career. This completes Charles' triumph over music industry racism, from the mobsters and parasites in the "race record" labels of the 1940s and 1950s to the executives of the major labels in New York City.
If hip-hop entrepreneurs like Sean Combs or Russell Simmons are music industry powerhouses today, it's because Ray Charles helped pave the way. It's a class transition full of contradictions--and it's highlighted in the film when Charles fires an old friend, explaining that music is, after all, a business.
Unfortunately, the film ends in the mid-1960s, without examining Ray's life in the decades after he became wealthy. Missing is any sense of how Charles coped with the huge changes in Black popular music--the rise of disco in the 1970s and rap in the 1980s and 1990s.
And why did a man who refused to play segregated shows in the U.S. South decide, some 20 years later, to break the international boycott of racist South Africa? How could someone who gave money to Martin Luther King end up singing "America the Beautiful" at the 1984 Republican National Convention, where Ronald Reagan was nominated for re-election? Was this a reflection of Charles' changing politics, or were such moves--like his role as spokesperson for Pepsi in 1990--strictly business decisions?
Still, there's the music. Ray does convey Charles' incomparable contributions--a man who found the place where gospel, blues, jazz and country intersected, and who crossed the color line to reach a mass audience historically denied to Black musicians. Like Miles Davis and Bob Dylan, Charles' artistry was so compelling that he could take his audiences into entirely new directions--moving from the raw boogie-woogie piano and gospel vocals to country music and back, all encompassed within the soul music he helped invent.
Ray Charles' music of the 1950s and 1960s provided a soundtrack to the collapse of legalized racial segregation in the U.S. At its best, Ray takes us back to that exhilarating time.
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An early career in television documentaries helped to shape the degree of verisimilitude that informed much of Taylor Hackford's efforts as a director and producer in Hollywood. After proving his skill with real-life subjects, he ventured into features, where he fared best with biopics - especially those based on the lives of rock 'n' roll pioneers like Ritchie Valens in "La Bamba" (1987) and Ray Charles in "Ray" (2004). "An Officer and a Gentleman" (1982) and "Against All Odds" (1984) also won many moviegoers' hearts, as did later projects like "White Nights" (1985) and "Everybody's All-American" (1988). Feature-length documentaries proved to be one of his most satisfying milieus, with "Chuck Berry: Hail! Hail! Rock 'n' Roll" (1987) and the Muhammad Ali fight story "When We Were Kings" (1996) earning him praise from critics and viewers alike. Films like these solidified Hackford's status as a director with an uncanny knack for capturing the drama inherent in everyday lives.
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Ray
Bristol Bay Productions / Universal Pictures
DVD release: 2005
The film Ray was released in 2004, shortly after the death of its subject, Ray Charles. Directed by Taylor Hackford, the movie was a fifteen-year labor of love that hinged, according to Hackford, on Charles' instincts regarding the actor to play him. Hackford stated in an interview that "[Charles] had the best instincts of anybody I've ever met. Foxx emerged and the next year, the biopic won five Academy Awards, including a Best Actor nod to Jamie Foxx.
The last film I saw that was as comparable a vehicle for an individual performance was the adaptation of Manuel Puig's book Kiss of the Spider Woman (Hector Babenco, HB Filmes/Island Alive/Sugarloaf Films, 1985). In this film William Hurt plays the incarcerated homosexual pederast Luis Molina opposite the exquisite Raul Julia as the the revolutionary Valentin Arregui. The roll was powerfully and convincingly portrayed and provided Hurt his Academy Award Best Actor win. However, I felt the film fell short in measuring up to Hurt's superb role, but that is no slight as the film remains uniformly fine. The same summation is true for Ray. While both films are superb, they not sublime, as are the performances of their respective protagonist actors.
Ray reveals the physical, emotional and intellectual development of Charles from a young child losing his sight, brother (to drowning, a loss Charles blamed himself for) and mother tragically in rural Florida in the 1930s to his appearance and performance of Hoagie Carmichael's "Georgia on My Mind" on the floor of the Georgia Legislature as the governor declared the piece State song of Georgia, April 24, 1979. When leaving the viewing, I noted several people in the audience commenting that the movie effectively ended 25 years ago. At first blush, it is a long stretch to be sure, leaving out the almost 25 years between then and now. Assuming they were pedestrian music listeners their criticism is justified, but in defense of Charles, perspective is warranted.
Ray Charles changed the face of American music in almost as many ways as did Miles Davis over their respective long careers. Ray Charles is largely considered the originator of soul music, that bastard child of the blues, rock & roll, and gospel that upset about every Christian churchgoer in the late 1950s. That, of course, was before soul music became a household phrase with the birth of Motown and Tamala Records out of Detroit, Stax records out of Memphis and Atlantic Records Southern Summer home in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. Plainly said, there would be no Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett, Percy Sledge, Diana Ross, Temptations, and many, many more had there been no Ray Charles.
In the film, the meat of the matter begins with the storied owner and producer of the then independent Atlantic Records Ahmet Ertegun (Curtis Armstrong) approaching Charles after Atlantic had bought Charles' contract from Swingtime Records. After several recording sessions, Ertegun confronts Charles lack of originality for sounding to much like R&B singer Charles Brown. Ertegun suggests that Charles try a stride piano piece in the style of the boogie-woogie arpeggio with words composed by Ertegun. That resulted in the release of "The Mess Around" in the mid-1950s and Charles' first continental shift in American music.
Still not adequately finding his voice, Charles stepped out on a limb and proved to be the most significant musical alchemist in American musical history. He took the erotic and violent themes of the Blues and mixed them with the Gospel Trinity of rhythm, abandon, and pathos, releasing "I Got A Woman" in 1955, creating his second continental shift in popular music. By this time the famed producer Jerry Wexler (Richard Schiff) was in the picture and "I Got A Woman" was quickly followed by "Drown in My Own Tears," "Hallelujah I Love Her So," and "The Right Time" all gospel-inspired melodies inseminated with carnal secular themes. These songs were the mortar of the foundation of soul music.
Wooed away to ABC records in the late 1950s, Ray Charles became the first artist to strike a deal where he owned his own recording masters, a practice unheard of before Charles demanded it in his deal. In the film, this leads to a tense meeting with Wexler and Ertegun where Chares offers them the chance to match ABC's umatchable deal. The former felt betrayed and the latter, proud of the accomplishments of Charles. While at ABC, Charles spun off another impressive string of hits that included, "Georgia on My Mind;" "Hit the Road, Jack;" and "Unchain My Heart."
In 1962, Charles took a major right turn, much to the chagrin of the ABC suits, and recorded the incredible Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music, his third continental American musical shift. And that is pretty well where the movie ends regarding Ray Charles' influence on American music. That Charles did not shake the ground again after his country music recordings is of no matter. He didn't have to; his legacy was secured.
In the film, the childhood scenes, flashbacks and similar devices are intended to (in a brief three hours) display the life circumstances that molded Charles with specific attention paid to his blindness and ultimate self-sufficiency, the death of his brother, his philandering, and his eighteen-year heroin addiction, all against the backdrop of the musical history he was continually rewriting. It adds the necessary drama and romanticism to appeal to the audience who hold that important. Foxx brings this all off as with no effort.
The most compelling settings in the movie deal with those scenes showing Charles installing the hinges of musical history, beginning with his improvement of Ahmet Ertegun's "The Mess Around. Next are the performances of "I Got a Woman and "Hallelujah I Love Her So. The true pinnacle scenes are where the singer is obligated with filling the final twenty minutes of a performance contract. Instructing his band to follow his lead, Charles turns to his Wurlitzer electric piano and begins to spin the gold thread of "What'd I Say. The second pinnacle was the "Georgia on My Mind recording session performed live with strings and choir. Foxx's performance is most soulful here. Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music supplies the remainder of the soundtrack, beginning with "I Can't Stop Loving You and ending with "Bye Bye Love.
Of course, there are other fine performances in the film. The aforementioned Curtis Armstrong as Ahmet Ertegun and Richard Schiff as Jerry Wexler, introduce two titans in American music, responsible for recording the likes of Charles, Aretha Franklin, Dusty Springfield, Solomon Burke, Wilson Pickett, and the soul list goes on. Bokeem Woodbine as David "Fathead Newman paints a convincing picture of the great saxophonist and Chris Thomas King swaggers as bluesman Lowell Fulson. Regina King played Charles' most compelling and sexy mistress Margie Hendricks, member of the original Raylettes and Sharon Warren who played well the long suffering wife of Charles, Aretha Robinson. Worthy of mention are the bit parts with Larenz Tate as a youthful Quincy Jones and Rick Gomez as the mythic Atlantic engineer Tom Dowd.
Production Notes
Ray (2005, 153 minutes, color)
Directed by Taylor Hackford
DVD Extras: Commentary by Taylor Hackford; two complete and uncut musical performances; "Walking in His Shoes" and "Ray Remembered" featurettes; theatrical trailer
Language: English (also available: French). Subtitles: English, Spanish, French.
Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1
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Ray is a 2004 Oscar-winning film starring Jamie Foxx in a biopic about the life and career of legendary musician Ray Charles Robinson (better known as Ray Charles). Throughout the film, we see how traumatic moments from Ray’s childhood continued to haunt and impact him as an adult. There is also some insight into his career from the perspective of both its creative milestones and business dealings.
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The film begins with Ray as a young adult trying to get started as a professional musician. He’s been playing the piano for years at this point but lacks connections and is trying to gain entry to the music industry by joining a live band. It can be difficult for any musician who is just getting started on their professional journey but things are further complicated by Ray being blind and Black in the Jim Crow South.
Unfortunately, as with many Black artists of his time and even into the present, Ray was swindled by his handlers. In this case, he was especially vulnerable because of his vision impairment. His early managers Gossie McGee and Marlene collect earnings on his behalf but then brush him off instead of providing an accurate accounting of what is coming in and/or placing money directly in his control.
Marlene is also a low-key Jane in the sense that she allows Ray to stay at her home in exchange for him “servicing her sexual desires.” Not only is this woman controlling his money but she’s also taking sexual advantage of him because she knows that he’s just arrived in town and doesn’t have much. It just felt icky. Not only was she sexually exploiting this young man but she then turned around and also exploited him from a business standpoint.
I remember as a kid that my mom would constantly tell me that I should never lie because liars become thieves. This young man is talented which results in various people trying to latch on to him. Keep in mind that at this point Ray was still just playing live shows, he hadn’t even reached the point of recording. It’s still early in his career but he’s starting to generate money which is making the people around him money. Especially because some of them are taking more than their fair share.
It offers a peek into the reality of what a lot of artists had to and still deal with. Early on in their career, they’re desperate to break into the industry and/or for money. Others recognize their talent or at least the potential for them to be marketable and latch onto them early in their careers. This results in some musicians signing questionable contracts or otherwise entering into unfavorable agreements. Those who aren’t business savvy or financially astute find themselves dealing with the long-lasting ramifications of these early business dealings.
The issue with Gossie and Marlene doesn’t seem to be a matter of them tying Ray up with unfair contract terms. Instead, they’re double-dipping in his money and cutting side deals to enrich themselves. There’s an obvious conflict of interest where the person negotiating deals on Ray’s behalf is also collecting the money. They could tell him whatever is convenient while stealing because there is no unbiased oversight.
Gossie and Marlene saw Ray as a country bumpkin and his naivete as an opportunity to take advantage of him. Fortunately, a friend gives him a heads up early on which helps him realize that his managers are taking advantage of him. This enables him to take steps to remedy the situation.
These two are greedy and foolish at the same time. Ray’s managers had been benefiting from his talent as they collected a share from his touring and performing. They would have been better off giving him his proper share of the money and otherwise treating him fairly. This would have likely resulted in them working with him for a longer amount of time and thus earning more money in the long term.
Granted the entertainment industry can be very fickle so it’s hard to tell how long an entertainer’s career is going to be on the upswing. Their approach was shortsighted but maybe they were trying to grab all that they could while they could. They probably never imagined the degree of success that he would achieve and likely weren’t even looking that far down the road.
While I might not know everyone, I do have some knowledge of the music industry. We meet a very young Quincy Jones portrayed by Larenz Tate but we never hear anything else about the first managers after Ray drops them. They’re also not industry professionals I’ve heard about in real life. It’s likely safe to assume that even if they went on to achieve great things with other artists, they certainly didn’t become household names.
Now traveling and working with a new band, Ray moved closer to the spotlight as he begins to function as the warmup act and later the bandleader. There are examples of some people being compassionate and looking out for Ray because of his inability to see. But yet again, at least in part due to his vision impairment, we see that others are not very kind. Some members of the band view him as a burden because he needs a little bit of help. Though I suspect that some of this ill-treatment was a result of jealousy as some of the musicians saw him trying to move up and make progress.
I remember that during the promotional period for the film Jamie Foxx mentioned speaking with Ray about his experiences as a blind man. People took their ability to see for granted and after sharing a meal or otherwise gathered, the group would sometimes get up and walk away leaving Ray behind. They weren’t necessarily intending to be mean or cruel but because they had all of their senses, they could move about more freely and without having to actively think.
At times Ray felt lonely being in the physical dark of blindness and finding that nobody else around him understood his experience. Here it is that Ray was trying to get his music career started which can be difficult for most people. But going through these negative experiences as a newbie with the added difficulty of impairment made things even more complicated.
To a degree, Ray’s blindness resonated with me because my grandfather’s sister developed vision issues which resulted in her going blind as an adult. My mother’s maternal and paternal sides of the family seem to both suffer from vision issues though thus far I thankfully seem to be unaffected. As a young child, I was absolutely terrified of my great-aunt and would just run away from her so I have very few memories of her.
But in the years since I’ve learned more about how vision impaired and blind people learn to navigate the world and it’s truly incredible and inspiring. Putting aside kids not knowing any better, as humans it’s a benefit to us all to be compassionate and considerate. I don’t understand not being courteous and offering a bit of grace to someone under these circumstances.
It takes time but Ray progresses towards being his own musical entity and moves up to becoming a frontman and later a recording artist. With that, there’s also some discussion of the evolution of his sound. The progression of many creatives is that they begin by taking inspiration from and recreating the things that are already out there. They then start to experiment and create entirely new things on their own. You see Ray finding his voice as a musician and then forming a crew around himself which consists of not just his band but also his business handlers and representatives.
One of the key people to enter Ray’s life is Della Beatrice Howard (Kerry Washington), the woman that would become his wife. It was still several years before Kerry Washington would star in Scandal and become a big name in her own right. At this point, Washington was on a run of appearing in some fairly well-regarded films in which her male co-stars would be nominated for or win notable awards. While the films were critical and/or commercial successes raising Washington’s profile, her roles in the films were typically the wife or partner of the male lead with a thin storyline in comparison. It’s an unfortunate reality of the limited roles and limitations within the roles that are available for a lot of female actresses, especially Black actresses.
In this case, once Ray decides to marry Della who is referred to as “Bea”, she pretty much stays at home and will later take care of their children while he’s out on the road. Bea comes from a religious family and is herself religious, to the point that she objects to Ray taking a gospel song and changing it into a love song. The two meet and begin seeing each other and after a brief separation due to Ray traveling for business, he decides that he wants to marry Bea. This results in a wedding and the two moving in together.
There’s a clear divide between Ray’s home life with his legal wife and his single in everything but name life out on the road. Early on before meeting Bea, Ray is shown to be sleeping around with women after feeling up their wrists to assess their body type and supposed attractiveness. This continues in a sense even after he gets married but becomes arguably more reckless as he begins or at least is now shown to be having affairs with the women in his band.
I will never understand the point of asking someone to marry you if you plan to secretly continue living as a single person. Marriage isn’t for everyone. Why not just remain single and then have entanglements with whomever you want without having to sneak around? It just seems like a lot of unnecessary wasted energy. But then again sometimes people get themselves into these situations because they like having drama in their lives.
It might be convenient but makes absolutely no sense to start sleeping with what are essentially your co-workers or more accurately employees. Being a married man in the public eye who is cheating on his wife is problematic. Musicians, even back then, were notorious for having one-night stands but it’s not like now where everyone has a camera phone and the paparazzi are all about.
Some random woman in a completely different town is one thing. But cheating with women that you have to see and work with every day and who know your wife just seems like you’re asking for trouble. Especially because Ray wasn’t just sleeping with these women but rather seemed to be playing house with them out on the road. They were taking this whole “work husband” and “work wife” nonsense to a whole other level.
The first woman, Mary Ann Fisher (Aunjanue Ellis) shows up for an audition and is singing gospel music and talking about loving the Lord. Minutes later she’s pressed up all types of close to Ray, now singing and swapping spit with him. Not to absolve Ray from his role in this entanglement as he was the one that was married. But Mary Ann knew that he was married and chose to entertain him and his nonsense.
Your married lover is cheating on their spouse and you might be cheating on yourself but your married lover can’t be cheating on you. How do you turn around and get upset that he’s seeing someone else? Why are you surprised that a person who is lying and cheating on their partner is lying and cheating to be with someone aside from you? Aside from delusion, what would make you so special to not receive the same treatment?
And then adding more fuel to this ridiculous fire is the second mistress Margie Hendricks (Regina King). By the time she arrives on the scene, Ray has a wife, a mistress, and who knows how many other women. Mary Ann seems upset about being replaced as the first mistress but not necessarily Ray being married. When she gets fed up and leaves, Margie begins fussing about Ray not leaving his wife and goes so far as to show up in LA.
Ray is not a paragon of virtue. This man is obviously for the streets but here are these women fighting to take him home. It’s all a matter of ego. Typically, I don’t blame the other woman because you never know what the man is telling her. I certainly believe that these women engaged in affairs with Ray. But at the same time, because the story is told from his perspective I take it with a grain of salt. He might have been feeding these women all types of lines and stories giving them the false impression that they could have some kind of a future.
In high school, my mom’s boyfriend who had been a musician in his youth put me on to some old school artists from the 70s and 80s. In college, I branched out a bit more into music especially after reading Dreamgirls by Mary Wilson of The Supremes. I was kind of shocked because these were grown middle-aged to old people by the time I was born. But you wouldn’t believe the drama and entanglements that they had back in their day. People complain about the youth of today but they’re not doing anything new, the only difference is that things are more out in the open.
As with most people, some of the drama and dysfunction in Ray’s life as an adult originated in his childhood. Sure, there’s the physical issue of him losing his sight as a child. But also watching his mother struggle to provide for him and his brother and witnessing the traumatic accidental drowning of his brother.
There are flashbacks to Ray as a child and we see his mother throughout the film. She’s working very hard as a washerwoman to provide for her two sons. At one point Ray mentions that his mother worked herself into an early grave. Yet, we never see his father and I don’t recall there being any mention of him.
Coming of age in Florida during the 1930s to 1940s as not just a Black boy but a blind Black boy is rough. Ray manages to work his way out of the South and heads to big cities in the North with hopes of making a way for himself as a musician. During a conversation with Bea, he explains that as a blind Black man his options were very limited. Music was the thing that his mother recognized as being a skill that he could use to earn a good living and escape from struggling in the South. Where other parents pressed their kids to learn handicrafts or a trade, once he found music Ray’s mother pushed him to pursue that as his path.
Having children after achieving some degree of success motivated Ray to relocate to Los Angeles where he hoped his children could have more and better opportunities. There are relatively few scenes with him and his children and while he interacts with the kids, he doesn’t exactly seem to be a devoted dad. Putting aside that he’s carrying on with women on the road, he is working to support his family and to give them the things that he didn’t have growing up.
I never begrudge a parent doing what they have to do to put food on the table for themselves and their child. But while it seems he financially gave his kids more than his parents were able to give him, it doesn’t seem that he was as present in their lives as his mother was in his. In one instance he promises to pay for his son’s baseball teams’ uniforms and whatever other equipment they might need but won’t be able to attend his son’s baseball event.
Bea points out that while the boy didn’t fuss he is disappointed as he was very much looking forward to his father attending the event. It’s one thing when he’s out of town for work but when he’s in town he should try to make up for his absence by being present. By all means, chase your dreams, pursue your passions, and work to provide for your family but you also have to make time for your family.
People who are creatively inclined tend to use their art as a positive outlet for their thoughts and feelings. Unfortunately, some people whether they are creative or non-creative turn to alcohol, drugs, sex, and other substances or behaviors as a means of coping with or escaping from their thoughts and feelings.
I’m no medical professional but it seems like some people with substance abuse or addictive habits tend to have some kind of underlying mental health issues or have experienced some type of trauma. They turn to these substances and behaviors as an unhealthy means of coping with their problems. In Ray’s case, he’s experienced witnessing his brother’s death, losing his mother, and losing his sight.
These incidents would be traumatic for anyone and Ray is still carrying their effects around with him many years later. He hasn’t dealt with and certainly hasn’t spoken to anyone about the pain and sense of loss that he feels. Instead, he has found incredibly unhealthy but ultimately inefficient means to cope with his pain. Drugs do nothing but add more problems to his life and kick the can of dealing with his inner turmoil down the road.
We might not have all had the same experiences but we’ve all been through things in our lives. When I was a kid, Ray Charles was an old man with a head full of white hair. The only song of his that I knew then was from watching reruns of The Cosby Show and seeing them perform “Night Time Is the Right Time” which I likely didn’t even know was his song. To see this fictionalized account of Ray Charles carrying on as a young man was eye-opening when I first saw it.
Yet, while this is an entertaining film, it’s worth noting that it’s a somewhat simplified and Hollywood version of Ray’s life. That’s not to imply that Ray is presented here as a saint in comparison to who he was in real life.
But rather that some key elements of his life that might have offered more insight into him as a man were glossed over if not excluded from the movie. During this viewing of the film, I noticed that his dad wasn’t around from quite a young age and there’s seemingly no mention of him. While watching, I did a quick Google search about Ray Charles and it turns out there was a whole scandal surrounding his birth.
Ray’s grandmother died when his mother, Aretha Williams, was still quite young. Aretha’s father (Ray’s grandfather) was still alive but for whatever reason was unable to care for Aretha. A co-worker of Aretha’s father and his wife, Bailey and Mary Jane Robinson, informally adopted Aretha and she took the Robinson surname, becoming “Aretha Robinson”.
After living with the Robinsons for a few years, at the age of 15, it was discovered that Aretha was pregnant. Bailey, Aretha’s adoptive father, was also her unborn child’s father. As often occurred when underage girls or unwed women became pregnant, Aretha left Greenville, Florida, and went to stay with family in Albany, Georgia until after she had the baby.
Following the child’s birth, Aretha returned to Greenville with little Ray Charles Robinson and raised the boy with assistance from her adoptive mother, Mary Jane Robinson, who had lost a son of her own. I try not to use profanity on this show so I’ll simply say that continuing to be an absolutely atrocious person, Bailey Robinson abandoned his family (wife, child, and everyone else included) and left town after which he married another woman. Mess.
Aretha had already given birth to George, Ray’s younger brother, by the time Ray turned one. The identity of George’s father was forgotten over the years. It’s unclear if Ray had any contact with Bailey later in his life.
Let’s break that down for a second. Aretha was 15 or maybe 16 when she gave birth to Ray and had a second child less than a year later. So by the age of 17 or 18, Aretha was a single Black woman trying to raise two children in the Jim Crow South with some assistance from Mary Jane but seemingly no help from their father(s). George died in her washtub resulting in tremendous grief at the loss for both her and Ray. And around this time Ray began having vision issues and was completely blind by about the age of seven.
It’s unclear what Aretha’s life was like before her mother passed away but it certainly sounds like life got incredibly hard for her afterward. Already mourning the loss of one child, Aretha made the sacrifice of sending her only remaining son away to attend a school for the blind in hopes of giving him a better life. Ray had to move 163 miles away to St. Augustine where he attended the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind from the age of seven to 14.
According to Google, in the present, this is a 2 ½ hour drive by car so I would assume that back in the late 1930s to early 1940s, this wasn’t a convenient trip without a vehicle. Thus once enrolled, Ray probably spent most of his time at the school and infrequently traveled back and forth. Yet, tragedy would strike again with Aretha dying at the relatively young age of 29.
The glimpses that we see during the movie are rough but the full story is even more heartbreaking. We see and understand Ray’s drive to work hard and insistence on being paid what he’s worth. Unfortunately, we also see him being an absentee dad and a womanizing husband. The examples of being a man and father as provided by his father and likely some of the other men around him were not positive.
Thus he financially provided for his wife and children, enabling Bea to not have to struggle and work as hard as his mother while giving his children the opportunity to attend better schools and get an education. But he didn’t give them the time that they needed as he likely felt the money was enough.
Some of their disagreements around these issues and Ray’s drug use are shown in the film. But the movie seems to imply that Ray and Bea remained married. The reality is that the couple divorced after 22 years due to Ray’s addiction, affairs, and otherwise problematic behavior.
Ray is already a 2 ½ hour movie and it doesn’t get into the deep details of his early life. I understand, this would be an incredibly LONG movie if it delved deeper into his backstory. And I’m not saying it’s what happened here but sometimes when a subject is deeply involved or even just providing approval for a project it might affect what is included or excluded.
As I mentioned, my great-aunt was also blind but lost her vision as an adult. I don’t know if like Ray Charles it was a gradual process but from what I’ve learned she was getting ready for work one day and suddenly couldn’t see. My family is not currently rich nor were they wealthy back then but everyone was/is at least comfortable. My great-aunt had a support system in the form of at least her mother and brother (my grandfather) as well as a local school for the blind where she was able to learn how to adapt to and navigate this new world.
Here it is that you have this young boy whose mother is already struggling financially and emotionally. Aretha might have attended school but likely didn’t get very far. Probably due to life circumstances but also living in the Jim Crow South where education opportunities were limited for Black people. She lost one child and then her only remaining child was dealing with a serious medical issue.
This resulted in her pushing Ray to be independent and self-reliant which she hoped would help him make a comfortable place for himself in the world despite his being blind. In part, a parent’s job is to teach their children the life skills needed for when they become independent adults. Aretha does what she can to teach Ray how to navigate the world but there was only so far that she could personally take him. And so she made the difficult decision to send him away to school in hopes that he would get the help that he needed.
We see Ray as an adult and things aren’t easy for him as it takes some effort for him to navigate the world and he does occasionally require extra assistance. But he is relatively independent and we see the little tips and tricks that he’s learned to make his way through the physical world. And even putting aside his obvious musical talent, Ray’s journey as a human is inspiring.
His womanizing and absenteeism as a father are shown but not fully explored. I think this was in part because of the scandal of his birth but also because it’s influenced in part by a society of patriarchy and sexism. This behavior was especially prevalent and arguably excused at that time (and still to a degree in the present) as being a part of manhood. Thus while these shortcomings are touched on, they’re portrayed as being less a product of his traumatic childhood than his drug use.
We see flashbacks and you get an understanding of his need for independence, drive to control his music, and rightful demand to be paid properly. He reacts strongly to people attempting to take advantage of him, which is completely understandable. We see the demons of guilt and helplessness that he battles but other aspects of his development are left unexplored.
Ray is shown womanizing early on in the film as a single man but it continues even after he gets married. He supposedly loves Bea and you get the impression that his main affairs were just with these two women in his band. Mary Ann cuts ties with Ray but Margie sticks around and becomes pregnant. The movie gives the impression that Ray was married once and had maybe three or four children, two to three with Bea and one with Margie.
But the reality is that Ray had a daughter from a teenage relationship and was briefly married before Bea. He would ultimately have 12 children with ten women. And it’s mentioned that his obsession with women began after he lost his virginity at the age of 12 to a 20-year-old woman. There is a lot to unpack there concerning this generational child sexual exploitation that was experienced by both Ray and Aretha.
The resulting dysfunction is shown but little of it is meaningfully explored. I didn’t do any extensive research but just noticed that there was no mention of his dad and ended up reading a bit more into his backstory on Wikipedia and a few other websites. It became clear that some important life-shaping stuff was just glossed over.
Jamie Foxx did an incredible job in the role and the performances of the other actors in the adult part of Ray’s life were very good. But I didn’t think the acting in some of the scenes depicting Ray as a child was quite as good. Part of it is that some of the flashback scenes, especially later in the film between Ray and Aretha, felt a bit melodramatic.
The acting was great and the story was good but I still feel like this was a bit of a missed opportunity. It’s certainly not a bad movie but it felt like it fell into this trope surrounding tortured creatives and drug use. That’s certainly part of Ray’s story but looking at it almost 20 years later, it feels like the formula of the typical music biopic. Granted, Ray came out in 2004 and several similar movies came after so it’s not a matter of Ray copying or otherwise being unoriginal. It’s more a matter of the film touching on the same topics and issues that other movies in the genre touch on while continuing to leave some aspects unexplored.
Nowadays, they don’t make three or four-hour movies and I don’t know too many people willing to sit through something of that length. But looking at the movie through the lens of the little I learned about his life, I now feel like this can’t be considered the definitive movie about Ray Charles. It’s a good and entertaining movie about him and his life but not THE MOVIE about Ray Charles and his life.
That’s a missed opportunity because Foxx was a very good choice to play Ray Charles. 2004 was a very big year for Jamie Foxx as Collateral and Redemption: The Stan Tookie Williams Story were also released that year. I think that year marked his transition to Hollywood superstar as before that he’d mostly appeared in comedies and movies that weren’t that great. Foxx started as a comedian and is a funny dude but as I believe with good comedians, their knack for timing can help some become very good dramatic actors. While not many dramatic actors are as capable of transitioning to being good in comedic roles.
Like his other roles in 2004, Foxx did a great job portraying Ray Charles. But with Foxx’s acting and a deeper story, the film could have been even better. Foxx is older now and if you decided to remake or create a new version of the Ray Charles story, I don’t know that he’d be able to physically pull it off at this point. Likewise, revisiting the story as a new film would probably only work with a fresh perspective and I feel like most people would think that they already got the full story the first time around.
These kinds of stories need time to unfold and are sometimes better covered in documentaries as I realized much the same with Tina vs. What’s Love Got to Do With It. The fictional story is entertaining and becomes a classic movie but pales in comparison to the deep fact-based documentary. There are layers to human lives, especially given the experiences of some of these notable people. Sometimes movies can only take you so far and a well-produced documentary is needed to do the subject and their life justice.
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Jamie Foxx’s visit to Toronto in 2004 set him on an awards trajectory that resulted in his winning the best actor Oscar five months later for Ray, director Taylor Hackford’s biopic of the rhythm and blues legend Ray Charles. As Roger Ebert presciently noted in a festival dispatch: “Jamie Foxx is another actor who will emerge … trailing clouds of glory. He won a standing ovation for his virtuoso performance.”
Foxx, who met with Charles before the film went into production, said the musician gave his blessing to a warts-and-all portrayal. “He said, ‘Look, man, tell the story. If you don’t tell the story, it’s not going to be interesting,’ ” Foxx explained to JazzTimes magazine during the fest. “Nobody wants to see a movie that’s, like, ‘Ooh, Ray, you were so good all your life because you were blind.’ You want to see the serious decisions he had to make in order to keep his life going. He had a career that lasted over 50 years. There were certain things he had to do. But he was still a man, and was fractured in some sense with the drugs and the women.” (Charles died in June 2004, three months before the film’s Toronto premiere.)
Foxx also took time to enjoy the TIFF party scene. When Kevin Spacey, coming from a screening of his Bobby Darin movie Beyond the Sea, showed up at a late-night celebration for Ray, “Spacey … grabbed the mike and started singing the Darin standby ‘Splish Splash,’ accompanied by Foxx, an accomplished pianist,” reported sfgate.com. “Before it was over, both Spacey and Foxx had jumped up on the piano, where they belted out the rest of the song together.”
At this year’s fest, Foxx will likely strike a different note in Maggie Betts’ courtroom drama, The Burial, from Amazon. He plays a flamboyant personal-injury lawyer who takes on the case of a funeral home owner (Tommy Lee Jones) fighting a corporate takeover of his family business.
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American film director
Taylor Edwin Hackford (born December 31, 1944) is an American film director and former president of the Directors Guild of America. He won the Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film for Teenage Father (1979). Hackford went on to direct a number of highly regarded feature films, most notably An Officer and a Gentleman (1982) and Ray (2004), the latter of which saw him nominated for the Academy Award for Best Director and the Academy Award for Best Picture.
Early life
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Hackford was born in Santa Barbara, California, the son of Mary (née Taylor), a waitress, and Joseph Hackford.[1] He graduated from the University of Southern California in 1968,[2] where he was a pre-law major focusing on international relations and economics. After graduating, he served as a Peace Corps volunteer in Bolivia, where he started using Super 8 film in his spare time. The camera was purchased for him by fellow Peace Corps volunteer, Steve Ball. He decided that he did not want to pursue a career in law, and instead got a mailroom position at KCET-TV.[3] At KCET he was the associate producer on the Leon Russell special "Homewood" in 1970.[4] In 1973 at KCET he produced the one-hour special Bukowski (about the poet Charles Bukowski), directed by Richard Davies.[5]
Career
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Hackford's feature directorial debut was The Idolmaker starred Ray Sharkey, who was awarded a Golden Globe for Best Actor for his portrayal of "Vinnie" in the film. The Music Supervisor was Richard Flanzer.[6] Hackford said of The Idolmaker, "I make films about working-class people; showbusiness is one of those things through which people can get themselves out of the lower rung of society. To me, the compelling story in The Idolmaker is the guy with a wonderful talent and a fairly strong ego has to make it happen through puppets."
During the filming of An Officer and a Gentleman, Hackford kept Lou Gossett Jr. in separate living quarters from the other actors so he could intimidate them more during his scenes as a drill instructor.[7] Richard Gere originally balked at shooting the ending, which involves his character arriving at his lover's factory wearing his Navy dress whites and carrying her off from the factory floor. Gere thought the ending would not work because it was too sentimental, and Hackford was initially inclined to agree with Gere, until during a rehearsal when the extras playing the workers began to cheer and cry. But when Gere saw the scene later with the music underneath it at the right tempo, he said it sent chills up the back of his neck, and is now convinced Hackford made the right decision.[8]
In 1983, Taylor Hackford partnered with Keith Barish, film producer, to co-develop a film version of At Play in the Fields of the Lord, for which both Hackford and Barish received a lawsuit in 1986, claiming they had an option to exercise the rights from MGM/UA Entertainment Co., a film distributor.[9]
Hackford said of his film Ray: "My proudest moments in Ray were in those 'chitlin' clubs. Ray Charles ended his life in concert halls, where people would go in tuxedos and quietly listen to a genius perform. But in these clubs, he had to get people up dancing. What I tried to create was a little of that energy and exuberance. The great thing about music is when you can get people on their feet."[6]
In a 2005 interview, Hackford confirmed that he never watched his own films: "When I finish a film, I put it away and I never look at it again. Occasionally I do now because of the DVDs and the commentary tracks. I usually put it aside and go onto the next. I never went to film school. I worked for the KCET public television station in L.A. I worked in concerts. I have done a lot of music. I feel very comfortable shooting music, and I think you can see that."[10] Hackford has also directed music videos, including "Against All Odds (Take a Look at Me Now)" by Phil Collins and "Say You, Say Me" by Lionel Richie.
On July 25, 2009, Hackford was elected president of the Directors Guild of America.[11] He was re-elected to a second, two-year term as president on June 25, 2011, at the DGA's National Biennial Convention in Los Angeles.[12]
Hackford is attached to direct the neo-noir action thriller film Sniff, starring Morgan Freeman, Al Pacino, Helen Mirren and Danny DeVito.[13]
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Hackford has been married three times. He married his first wife, Georgie Lowres, in 1967; they have one child, Rio Hackford (1970–2022). The couple divorced in 1972. In 1977, Hackford married Lynne Littman, with whom he has one child, Alexander Hackford, born in 1979; their marriage lasted until 1987. Hackford has been married to Academy Award-winning actress Helen Mirren since 1997.
Hackford met Mirren when he was directing her in White Nights, although their first meeting did not go well: he kept her waiting to audition for White Nights, and she was icy. "It was a strange way to meet Helen, because she is a lovely person," says Hackford, "but she didn't hold back her fury."[14] Hackford and Mirren wed in 1997, although as a young woman Mirren had vowed never to marry.[14] The couple live along the Nevada side of Lake Tahoe.[15]
In 2009, Hackford signed a petition in support of director Roman Polanski, calling for his release after his arrest in Switzerland in relation to his 1977 charge for statutory rape,[16] after Steve Cooley, the Los Angeles District Attorney, tried to prosecute Polanski.[17]
Filmography
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Year Film Director Producer Writer Notes 1973 Bukowski No Yes Yes Documentary 1978 Teenage Father Yes Yes Yes Short film
Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film 1980 The Idolmaker Yes No uncredited 1982 An Officer and a Gentleman Yes No No Nominated- Directors Guild of America Award for Outstanding Directing 1984 Against All Odds Yes Yes No 1985 White Nights Yes Yes No 1987 Hail! Hail! Rock 'n' Roll Yes No No Documentary 1988 Everybody's All-American Yes Yes No 1993 Blood In, Blood Out Yes Yes No (originally: Bound by Honor) 1995 Dolores Claiborne Yes Yes No 1997 The Devil's Advocate Yes Executive No 2000 Proof of Life Yes Yes No 2004 Ray Yes Yes Story Nominated- Academy Award for Best Picture
Nominated- Academy Award for Best Director
Nominated- Directors Guild of America Award for Outstanding Directing 2010 Love Ranch Yes Yes No 2013 Parker Yes Yes No 2016 The Comedian Yes Yes No TBA Sniff Yes Yes No
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Rihanna may not have come out with any new music, but she is thinking about her legacy. While attending her Fenty Hair launch earlier this week, the beauty mogul was asked by E! News who she would like love to see play her in a biopic.
Which Actress Does Rihanna Want to Play Her in a Biopic?
The mother of two (and soon-to-be three) tells the publication she would love Canadian actress Taylor Russell to “pretend to be me.” Russell, who is known for her starring role in BONES AND ALL opposite Timothee Chalamet, possesses all the attributes the “Bitch Better Have My Money” singer seeks.
As for what qualities Rih-Rih specifically likes about Russell starring as her in a biopic is simple: “Because she’s got a nice forehead and she’s fly and I feel like I want to be her, so I want her to pretend to be me.” Rihanna adds that she wants people to perceive her in “that light” that Russell’s beauty exudes.
RELATED: Rihanna Sparks Music Retirement Rumors
29-year-old Russell also has experience singing. In an interview with W magazine last year, she recalled singing a Destiny’s Child song when she was 13 years old. “I don’t know why I decided to do that because it was really embarrassing. I wasn’t into it at that moment, I would do it now, though.”
Watch the interview below:
Meanwhile, Rihanna’s hair care brand, Fenty Hair, launched Thursday (June 13). As Rih-Rih stepped out at her launch event in her natural hair and with the promotional photo of her wig getting washed, fans couldn’t help but mock her for her latest Fenty venture on social media.
One TikTok creator made fun of Rihanna’s haircare line in a viral video earlier this month. She stated: “Rih-Rih, I love you — I really do. But I’m not buying no haircare products from a bitch who got two scoops of hair.” She adds that she’s never seen a “curl on your scalp.”
In a follow-up video, the same TikToker admitted that Fenty Hair is probably going to do great, but she isn’t going to buy them. She joked she wouldn’t even steal them either after seeing Rihanna rock her natural hair, “That’s how you know it might not even be worth all that. I’m not even about to steal it.”
Laila Abuelhawa is the Top 40 and Hip-Hop pop culture writer for Beasley Media Group. Being with the company for over three years, Laila's fierce and fabulous red-carpet rankings have earned her a feature on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert!' Her favorite stories are those surrounding the latest in celebrity fashion, television and film rankings, and how the world reacts to major celebrity news. With a background in journalism, Laila's stories ensure accuracy and offer background information on stars that you wouldn't have otherwise known. She prides herself in covering stories that inform the public about what is currently happening and what is to come in the ever-changing, ever-evolving media landscape.
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It isn’t often that a Hollywood eminence sets out to make a film, but winds up doing it as a stage musical instead. Taylor Hackford, known for his biographical features about Chuck Berry (‘Chuck Berry Hail! Hail! Rock ‘n’ Roll’), Ritchie Valens (‘La Bamba’) and Ray Charles (‘Ray’), says his vision for another ‘50s-rooted showbiz saga, about the Las Vegas lounge duo, Louis Prima and Keely Smith, unexpectedly jumped from the screen to the stage on a hot August night in Hollywood.
In the first professional public stage-directing gig of his career, Hackford will mount a retooled version of ‘Louis & Keely: Live at the Sahara,’ which was a critical and box office hit last year in two local 99-seat houses: Sacred Fools Theater and the Matrix Theatre.
Hackford has rewritten the book with the show’s co-stars and co-creators, Vanessa Claire Smith and Jake Broder, and rented out the Geffen Playhouse’s Audrey Skirball Kenis Theater for a March 18-April 26 run. Recession-driven budget woes had left the Geffen’s 132-seat second stage dark and available for what Hackford sees as a chance to spend at least six weeks developing and debugging the show in hopes of taking it to further glory. The film is still a long-range objective, he says, but for now the play’s the thing.
It became so when Hackford ventured to Sacred Fools after reading strong notices for ‘Louis & Keely.’
The director long had been a fan of Prima, who went from early stardom as a 1930s swing bandleader and songwriter, to a 1950s revival paired with his much younger wife, Smith. The marriage and performing partnership broke up during the early 1960s. Prima died in 1978, after more than two years in a coma caused by a brain tumor. About two years ago, Hackford met with Smith in L.A. to discuss making a biographical film. He found her likeable and ‘incredibly candid,’ sharing previously untold tales.
Impressed by the sweat-soaked stage performance of writer-actors Smith (who is not related to her character and namesake) and Broder, Hackford asked if he could get involved with their show. They liked his ideas for reworking the storytelling, and together with Hackford have revised the book with an eye toward a more factual -- and dramatic -- narrative.
Two additional actors, Nick Cagle and Erin Matthews, will play various roles opposite the co-stars, and the music, as before, will be fueled by a seven-member, onstage band. The song sequence has been rejiggered and expanded, from 17 to 19 numbers.
‘If the show clicks, we’ll see what the future is,’ says Hackford. ‘It’s too soon to say we’re going to ask all these Broadway angels to come’ in hopes of raising the $10 million or more it typically takes to open a Broadway musical. ‘We’ll try to touch an audience and see how the show plays.’ If it touches off enough ticket demand, the six-week run could be extended indefinitely.
Hackford directed a workshop last year in New York, for a proposed stage-musical adaptation of ‘Leap of Faith,’ a 1992 film, fired by gospel music, that starred Steve Martin as a charlatan faith-healer. The director says scheduling problems prevented him from continuing with that project. Meanwhile, he’s trying to develop an extreme rarity -- a biographical film about a playwright, Tennessee Williams.
The Geffen box office, (310) 208-5454, will start selling tickets for ‘Louis & Keely’ on Friday; online sales through geffenplayhouse.com and Ticketmaster begin next week.
-- Mike Boehm
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(Before the article in question starts today, I just want to extend my thanks to the lovely Ashley Hirt for writing the article! If anybody else wants to write a guest article, please let me know. With the said, read the review.) Ray Released: 2004 Starring: Jamie Foxx, Regina King, Kerry Washington Period of history…
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Ray
Released: 2004
Starring: Jamie Foxx, Regina King, Kerry Washington
Period of history in focus: 1950s – 1960s America (Birth of Rock & Roll)
A few vital facts about “race music” –
Rhythm & blues, soul, gospel, and jazz were all labels for the music that would become known as rock & roll.
The term “race record” was first used in 1922 and was primarily a marketing term, advertising music to African Americans.
As seen in the film, there was a great deal of resistance to the “secularization” of African American religious music. Ray Charles built his fame in large part by co-opting gospel techniques into his popular music. Today, we think nothing of hearing hymn-based chord progressions in our music. But at the time, this concept was pretty controversial in the black community.
The events in this film were only a decade or two removed from the era when black musicians were not welcome as guests in the sold-out clubs they performed in – and vestiges of this Jim Crow-era racism were still around in the South as late as the 1970s.
The formula for success when tackling racial issues in Hollywood seems to be simple: daring to even make a “controversial” racial film is a radical, searing, bold move and is Oscar-worthy in itself. Movies about the struggles of minorities are typically universally adored because hey, who wants to admit they hated “The Color Purple?”
The only controversy stems from the fact that Hollywood ineptly portrays protagonists of color as either flawed redemption seekers or squeaky-clean paragons of virtue, as if having an anti-hero of color is somehow going to draw accusations of racism.
Hollywood’s black characters are too often one-dimensional.
Because Hollywood holds actual racial dialogue in complete disdain and invests itself instead in clichés, stereotypes, and pandering, the tendency exists in the film industry to trivialize and over-sentimentalize subjects of color.
The most recent example of this is “Ray,” the 2004 biopic of Ray Charles that established Jamie Foxx as a legitimate acting/musical threat and triggered a wave of films depicting the titans of black popular music (“Dreamgirls,” also starring Foxx, and “Cadillac Records” followed in 2006 and 2008, respectively). This is the music that triggered radical social change and, in some cases, racial turmoil. Taylor Hackford, the director of “Ray,” focuses his film not on Charles’ tremendous trail-blazing musical accomplishments but instead invests substantial screen time in the schmaltz of Charles’ various family tragedies and struggles with heroin addiction. This, predictably, concludes with Ray conquering his demons and assuming his rightful place in musical legend as a result. The truth is slipperier than that.
At the beginning of the film, Hackford focuses on Ray’s relationship with his mother. Aretha Robinson is portrayed as a tough-loving, hard-working sharecropper and the sole nurturer of Ray’s tenacious streak. According to Ray’s biography, however, another woman guided his early years. The ex-wife of his absent father, Mary Jane was the softness to Aretha’s toughness, the nurturer foil to Aretha’s tough-love approach. Ray’s stubborn sense of independence was surely derived from his biological mother, but his pleasure-seeking instincts were a result of Mary Jane’s indulgence. Aretha made certain to keep Ray dependent only on himself, assigning him daily chores to perform even as he lost his sight. These two women contributed the traits that made Ray Charles such a complex human being. Hackford never deigns to acknowledge this dichotomy of parenting or the effect it had on Charles’ psyche.
Instead, Hackford depicts Ray’s love of drink, women, and heroin as a numbing agent for the loss of his younger brother George. While George’s death was a significant trauma, Ray never really suffered immense grief until the loss of his mother while he was away at a school for the blind. “The death of my mother Aretha, that had me reeling. For days I couldn’t talk, think, sleep or eat. I was sure enough going crazy,” he told David Ritz. This disconnect from his support system was a defining moment in Ray’s life.
Ray was fortunate to attend an incredible institution, the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind, where he channeled his talent and grief into a formidable musical education. Here, he excelled at playing Chopin and Mozart and developed skill on the clarinet; it was here that he learned a critical trait for his future success: arranging. He was steeped in a classical style and became proficient at classical theory, a skill that he would creatively develop with infusions of gospel and soul.
Hackford’s film, instead of mentioning any of this character-building background, focuses on an odd subplot where Ray hangs out with Quincy Jones and later fires his first manager for skimming his money. Far be it for me to criticize the creative decisions of a Hollywood director (snort), but it seems to me that there is a fascinating subtext to Ray’s story that already exists. Why fabricate a schmaltzy redemption tale centered around Ray’s brother, when the true details of his youth are far more interesting?
Ray’s early years are dramatically depicted as a gradual swan dive into heroin addiction and conflicts with equally strung-out band members. This is not a “Trainspotting”-esque portrayal of heroin addiction; Ray’s life of drugs is surrounded by velvet pillows and women, not Exorcist babies.
The film doesn’t exactly portray Ray’s cadre of women in a positive light either; his female backup singers are just sassy, slutty window dressing. In fact, most of Ray’s associates and sidemen are given a less-than-accurate depiction, but hey, the movie’s about Ray, right?
You’re stereotypes, bitches – this is storytelling!
Perhaps the most egregious offense made by the film is the faux racial tension it fabricates – why make up racial issues when the truth was definitely worse than fiction? The scene where Charles arrives at a Georgia performance venue and is met by protestors is pure fiction. In reality, Charles received word from a group of black students about the promoter’s policies, and he never traveled to Georgia, preferring to simply cancel the appearance. The assertion that he was “banned” from performing in Georgia is also a complete fabrication. The promoter did sue Charles, but the idea that he was somehow banned from the state for making a racial stand is absurd. Why would the state of Georgia choose Charles’ hit “Georgia On My Mind” as its STATE SONG if the man was persona non grata in the state?
This is just sloppy writing, but it’s typical of the Hollywood attitude toward race relations – things were certainly bad, but it’s simply insulting to make up events of discrimination. In “Dreamgirls” a record producer, also played by Jamie Foxx, engages in the practice of payola to get his girls on the radio. Payola was the act of pay-for-play – disc jockeys held considerable power in the era before corporate radio, and producers of “race records” were known to slip a few bills under the table to get a record in rotation. In “Dreamgirls,” this action by Foxx’s character is what eventually causes his downfall, and the film treats this revelation as sweet redemption for the victims of the producer’s underhanded tactics. They sure showed him!
What that film neglects to mention is that payola was common practice at all levels of music, including plenty of white artists. Payola was only pursued as a crime after it was revealed that black artists were resorting to bribes to hear their music on the radio. Low-level bureaucrats were sufficiently outraged enough to make a federal case out of payola, and those disc jockeys that pocketed money for spinning “race records” were censured and humiliated. DJ Alan Freed was a vocal supporter of African American music, and was the most notable casualty of this sudden disdain for music industry bribery.
A common music business practice only became taboo when African American artists used it to disseminate their art into the mainstream. Stay classy, America.
Much of the latter half of “Ray” is devoted to Ray’s struggle to kick heroin. If the film is to be believed, Ray quit the habit and was forever a squeaky-clean musician who sprouted wings and a halo for the last decades of his life. He is also portrayed as settling down and remaining steadfastly faithful to his wife.
Ray Charles was a complex man, a bit of an anti-hero. He was disgustingly talented, but self-destructive. He was a loving man, but a womanizer. The film desperately scrambles to resolve all of the threads of tension it spins, putting a bow on the story of an American icon. Everyone leaves happy, Ray is suitably redeemed, and Hollywood gets their stock happy ending.
You know where I’m going with this. Complex characters don’t magically become boring and upright.
Heroin was no longer a part of his life, but Ray spent the rest of his days drowning in gin, and smoked kilos of marijuana every day. As David Ritz writes, “he was hardly a spokesman for sobriety.”
Ray Charles was certainly a vital component of the development of American rock & roll. He mixed jazz, gospel, and blues styles into a highly original and unique concoction that hasn’t been successfully imitated. He was also a tenacious, complicated man, fighting against his own handicaps and racial undercurrents to find success in the bare-knuckled brawl that is the music industry.
It’s just puzzling that Hollywood would choose to reduce such an individual to a neat, box-office-friendly package, rather than depict the true complexities of Ray’s character. Instead, this film positively DRIPS with schmaltz and sentimentality. Ray Charles was many things, but sentimental was not one of them. Jamie Foxx’s portrayal rightfully earned great respect, as Foxx managed to capture the dichotomies of the man with aplomb. Imagine if the writers had been brave enough to give him some real material!
Of the film about his life, Ray said: “Hollywood is a cold-blooded motherfucker. It’s easier to bone the President’s wife than to get a movie made. So I say God bless these cats… And now that it’s happening, maybe I’ll have a better chance of being remembered. I can’t ask for anything more.”
Doesn’t really sound like a sentimental man. Too bad that’s what we got.
Sources:
David Ritz, “It’s a Shame about Ray.” Slate Magazine – http://www.slate.com/Default.aspx?id=2108507
Grove Music Online, “Ray Charles.” This site is subscriber-only, but is the go-to music encyclopedia.
Guthrie P. Ramsey, “Race Music.” Terrific book about the birth of black music and rock & roll.
Katherine Charlton, “Rock Music Styles: A History.” Good overview text of all styles of rock music.
IMDB, Ray. http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0350258/
NEXT WEEK:
Expect an update on “The Last Samurai” starring Tom Cruise. I am planning on watching the film on Wednesday or Thursday (you can find updates about this at my Twitter feed at the right side of the blog or at @hhistrionics) and posting soon after.
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Jamie Foxx hands in a virtuoso performance as singer Ray Charles. But what will moviegoers walk away with after spending two-and-a-half hours with a musical legend?
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Ray Charles Robinson: 1930-2004. No one involved in the biopic Ray thought he’d be gone before his film arrived in theaters. This wasn’t meant to be a posthumous release. Certainly, no one hoped for his death to boost interest in his life and in his music. After all, Mr. Charles worked personally with Jamie Foxx as the actor fine-tuned the look, the personality and the sound of a young, blind piano player, hungry to take on the world.
Ray wasn’t born blind. He lost his sight as a young boy of seven. His mama cared for him and taught him how to cope as best she could for a time, then sent him to St. Augustine’s, Florida’s school for the deaf and blind. After his mother’s death (when he was still a teen), Ray hit the road, with his 220-string slung over his shoulder, so to speak.
What follows, onscreen, is a series of music industry vignettes and personal life traumas. Competing themes vie for attention; drug addiction, sexual promiscuity, business betrayals, and deeply internalized grief and guilt rage against the magic of matrimony, the flames of fame and the beauty of a new genre of music only Ray Charles could create.
Positive Elements
Ray’s mama does everything she can to put him on the path toward self-sufficiency and success in a world not very kind to blind men—or black men. She urges him not to let anyone turn him into a cripple, and to stand up on his own two feet. It takes a while, but Ray does just that. Ray is seen overcoming tremendous obstacles—blindness, prejudice, poverty—to become what he’s always dreamed of becoming, a self-possessed man. Likewise, his triumph over drug addiction is inspirational. (There’s more to it than that, though; I’ll broaden the discussion of how the film portrays that accomplishment in the Conclusion.)
Voices of reason and restraint in Ray’s life include Atlantic Records head Ahmet Ertegun’s, who gives him his first big break. Ahmet takes the time to sit Ray down and tell him that drugs are going to destroy him if he doesn’t change things fast. Ray’s wife, Della Bea, while never really putting her foot down, tries to nudge Ray in the right directions. She’s devastated when she learns that he’s doing drugs, heartbroken when she discovers his infidelity, and desperate to stop him from negatively influencing their two young sons. “Those boys worship you,” she pleads with him. “Do you want them to end up using that poison, too?” Ray rightly worries about not being a good father, remembering the damage it did to him not having his daddy around.
Ray, reluctantly at first, makes a sacrificial stand against segregation in the South (“I’m never going to play Jim Crow joints ever again”).
Spiritual Elements
Ray is credited for first merging gospel music with the carnality of the sexually tinged love song, and in so doing riles more than a few friends and fans, not to mention enemies and preachers. When he first marries the two forms after a sexual encounter with his wife-to-be, Della Bea, she’s mortified. So is one of his bandmates, and at least one of his handlers at Atlantic. “You’re turnin’ God’s music into sex!” a strident protestor shouts. “You’re makin’ money off the Lord!” But dissent is quickly diluted as soaring sales figures and sprightly radio airplay statistics kick the issue to the curb.
Ray reads, in braille, from Joshua 1. He jokes that he’s a sinner “in need of a little prayer” and that he’s a soul “that needs savin’.” “It’s hard to fool me,” he says on one occasion, “but it’s impossible to fool the Almighty.” His mother instructs, “There ain’t nothin’ free in this world but Jesus.” His wife tells him that the “only one who can help you is God.” (He responds by informing her that “God don’t listen to people like me.”)
Sexual Content
Early on, as a teenager, Ray is thrust into the sexual embrace of an older woman, who “manages” his fledgling career, but mostly uses him to indulge her fantasies. (It’s implied that her appetites wear him out time and time again.) That experience seems to set the stage for a life of sexual excess that’s only momentarily halted at the marriage altar. At home, Ray makes a family with Della Bea; on the road he shares his bed with many others, most notably Margie Hendricks, a woman employed as his backup singer.
Women wearing tight, revealing costumes (at least by ’60s standards) are given close attention by the camera from time to time. Ray strips off Margie’s top, showing moviegoers her bra. Della Bea’s bare back gets screen time a couple of times before and after sex with Ray (before and after their wedding). One of Ray’s “road girls” intimates by her actions that she wants to give Ray oral sex in the back seat of a car. (He pushes her away.)
Double entendres and sly sexual innuendo crop up more than a few times. A colleague jokes about how fun it would be to have four-way sex. Some of Ray’s songs contain suggestive words—and sounds.
Drug and Alcohol Content
The biggest monkey on Ray’s back is heroin. His addiction lasts for years, threatening to tear him limb from limb before he wrestles it to the ground. Both sides of his drug use are presented: the highs he becomes enslaved to begin as enjoyable moments to be shared with bandmates. They quickly turn poisonous and destructive. And final—ugly—scenes show Ray going cold turkey, kicking his habit in a rehab facility. Ray is twice arrested for drug possession, but manages to avoid jail time.
Marijuana is smoked by Ray and other characters. Cigarettes and alcohol are all but omnipresent in bars and recording studios.
Other Negative Elements
Ray urges Margie to get an abortion. “You need to go to the doctor or something,” he tells her when he finds out she’s carrying his baby. “You’ve gotta get rid of it. … I’ll pay for everything.” (Thankfully, Margie doesn’t follow his lead.)
Ray isn’t a very honest or loyal man, either. Early on, to solicit the good will of a white bus driver, he fibs about having lost his eyesight on the beaches of Normandy. Later, of course, his habit of cheating on his wife (which never really reaps him the whirlwind) shows that he’s not learned much since. The quest for money and fame seems to drive Ray every bit as much as his love for music does. Elsewhere, a record company exec bribes a DJ to pump up one of Ray’s new songs.
Conclusion
Critics never see eye-to-eye when it comes to biographical films. “Ray is the rare Hollywood biopic that does justice to the heroism, as well as the demons, of an American genius,” writes Entertainment Weekly‘s Owen Gleiberman. Writing for Slate, David Ritz disagrees: “Ray is a saccharine movie while Ray himself was anything but a saccharine man. He was a raging bull. Sentimentalizing his story may make box office sense, but, to my mind, it trivializes the compelling complexity of his character.”
My two cents? The story, while excellently told on many levels, allows glimmers of what might have been a VH-1 special peak through. More philosophically, too many of Ray’s adult dilemmas are blamed on a single childhood trauma. And too many complicated issues are quickly resolved when he suddenly comes to grips with his guilt over that catastrophe.
What everyone, including me, agrees on is that star Jamie Foxx hands in a virtuoso performance. It’s one thing to see an actor, say, Dame Judi Dench, skillfully play a historical character, say, Queen Victoria, whom we’ve seen no more of than can be revealed in oil paintings and grainy photographs. It’s quite another matter for Mr. Foxx to bring the beloved, very visible, often videotaped, quite current Ray Charles back to life without unduly adjusting our collective memories.
What’s more important than friendly banter about how the film treats the historical figure of Ray Charles, though, is how it chooses to present Ray’s dalliances with drugs, despair and easy women. Ray doesn’t avoid the obvious moral of the story, which is wrapped up in the truth that a man can only be free when he’s not a slave to vice. But it also seems to want to celebrate the idea that it is only out of conflict, pain and captivity that passionate music can be birthed.
Those inclined to wish upon themselves a “testimony” of recovery and transcendence such as Ray’s shouldn’t forget that for every Ray Charles, who eventually overcame sex, drugs and rock ‘n’ roll to live a long and prosperous life in the limelight, there are hundreds, if not thousands of anonymous souls who die of an overdose (even in this story, one of Ray’s lovers ODs), waste away with a sexually transmitted disease, or simply wash out, unremembered and unfulfilled.
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Ray, the new biopic directed by Taylor Hackford, satisfies in some wonderful ways: Jamie Foxx miraculously embodies Ray’s soul; Ray’s own musical voice sounds bigger and better than ever; and several of the supporting performances—Sharon Warren as Ray’s mom and Regina King as Margie Hendricks—are heartfelt and powerful. The problem, though, is that Ray is a saccharine movie while Ray himself was anything but a saccharine man. He was a raging bull. Sentimentalizing his story may make box office sense, but, to my mind, it trivializes the compelling complexity of his character.
For example, the film focuses on Ray’s relationship with his mother, Aretha. Yet the truth is that Ray had two mothers. According to what Ray told me and insisted we include in Brother Ray, an autobiography that I co-authored in 1978, two women dominated his early years: his biological mother, Aretha, and a woman named Mary Jane, one of his father’s former wives. “I called Aretha ‘Mama’ and Mary Jane ‘Mother,’ ” wrote Ray. After her 6-year-old son went blind, Aretha fostered his independence, while Mary Jane indulged him. For the rest of his life Ray was as fiercely self-reliant as he was self-indulgent. Two dynamic women, two radically different approaches to his sightlessness—you can imagine the impact on his character. Ray ignores this phenomenon completely.
Ray tries to explain Ray’s blues—the angst in his heart—in heavy-handed Freudian terms. At age 5, Ray helplessly watched his younger brother, George, drown. The film insists that the guilt Ray felt for failing to rescue George is responsible for the dark side of his soul. Once the guilt is lifted, the adult Ray is not only free from his heroin habit but is liberated—in a treacly flashback—from his emotional turmoil. George’s death was certainly traumatic for the young Ray, yet the only time Ray suffered what he termed a nervous breakdown had neither to do with the drowning nor the loss of his sight a year later. “It’s the death of my mother Aretha,” he told me, “that had me reeling. For days I couldn’t talk, think, sleep or eat. I was sure-enough going crazy.” That the film fails to dramatize the scene—we learn of Aretha’s death in a quick aside from Ray to his wife-to-be—misses the crucial heartbreak of his early life. It happened when Ray was 15, living at a school for the blind 160 miles from home. “I knew my world had ended,” he said. The further fact that Ray fails to include a single scene from his extraordinary educational experience is another grievous oversight. It was at that state school where he was taught to read Braille, play Chopin, write arrangements, learn piano and clarinet, start to sing, and discover sex. Ray shows none of that. Such scenes would have been far more illuminating than the unexciting story, which the film does include, of Ray changing managers in midcareer.
The minor characters are another major problem. Take David “Fathead” Newman, the saxophonist who, for over a decade, was Ray’s closest musical and personal peer. In Ray, David is portrayed as little more than a loudmouthed junkie. While drugs were part of the bond between David and Ray, the key to their relationship was an extraordinary musical rapport. In real life, David is a soft-spoken, gentle man of few words. As Ray was boisterous, David was shy. Both were brought up on bebop. Like Lester Young/Billie Holiday or Thelonious Monk/Charlie Rouse, they complemented each other in exquisitely sensitive fashion. We neither see nor hear any of this in Ray. And while Hackford features a great number of Ray’s hits, he ignores the jazz side of Ray’s musical makeup. There’s virtually no jazz in Ray, while in real life jazz sat at the center of Ray’s soul.
If Fathead is painfully misrepresented, Ahmet Ertegun and Jerry Wexler, owners of Atlantic Records, suffer a similar fate. Among the most colorful characters in the colorful history of the music business, they are reduced to stereotypes. We don’t get a glimpse of their quirky sophistication, sharp intellect, or salty wit. Same goes for Mary Ann Fisher, the first female singer to join Ray’s band. Mary Ann was an engaging character—sometimes endearing, sometimes infuriating. In Ray she’s just a manipulative tart.
Finally, though, Ray is about Ray, and its attempt to define his character. In many ways, the definition is accurate. Foxx brilliantly captures Ray’s energy and contradictions. Yet those contradictions are not allowed to stand. The contradictions must be resolved, Ray must live happily ever after. The finale implies that, for all his promiscuity, he is back with Della, the true love of his life, and that, with his heroin habit behind him, it’s smooth sailing ahead. The paradoxical strands of his life are tied up into a neat package, honoring the hackneyed biopic formula with a leave-’em-smiling Hollywood ending.
The truth is far more complex and far more interesting. Ray’s womanizing ways continued. His marriage to Della ended in a difficult divorce in 1976. And while he never again got high on heroin, he found, in his own terms, “a different buzz to keep me going.” For the rest of his life he unapologetically drank large quantities of gin every day and smoked large quantities of pot every night. While working on his autobiography he told me, “Just like smack never got in the way of my working, same goes for booze and reefer. What I do with my own body is my own business.” Ray maintained this attitude until his health deteriorated. In 2003 he told me that he had been diagnosed with alcoholic liver disease and hepatitis C. “If I knew I was going to live this long,” he added with an ironic smile, “I would have taken better care of myself.” Whatever Ray was—headstrong, joyful, courageous, cranky—he was hardly a spokesman for sobriety.
The producers of Ray make much of the fact that Ray himself endorsed the movie. That’s certainly true. He wanted a successful crossover movie to mirror his successful crossover music. He participated and helped in any way he could. In one of our last discussions, Ray reminded me that the process of trying to sell Hollywood began 26 years ago when producer-director Larry Schiller optioned his story. Since then there have been dozens of false starts. It wasn’t until his son, Ray Jr., producer Stuart Benjamin, and director Hackford stayed on the case that cameras rolled.
“Hollywood is a cold-blooded motherfucker,” said Ray. “It’s easier to bone the President’s wife than to get a movie made. So I say God bless these cats. God bless Benjamin and Hackford and Ray Jr. Weren’t for them, this would never happen. And now that it’s happening, maybe I’ll have a better chance of being remembered. I can’t ask for anything more.”
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Taylor Hackford, a renowned filmmaker, has gifted the world with some truly memorable films. His unique directorial style blends deep character studies with gripping narratives, making each of his projects stand out in the crowded landscape of Hollywood cinema.
This list rounds up the best movies directed by Taylor Hackford. From dramatic biopics to thrilling dramas, these films showcase his ability to draw powerful performances from actors and create visually compelling stories. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to his work, this collection will highlight why Hackford's films are worth watching.
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Taylor Hackford. Producer: Ray. In addition to helming the iconic feature hits Ein Offizier und Gentleman (1982), Gegen jede Chance (1984), Ray (2004), and the cult thriller Im Auftrag des Teufels (1997), Taylor Hackford has directed the films Dolores (1995), Ein Leben voller Leidenschaft (1988), and Lebenszeichen - Proof of Life (2000). Taylor developed and produced La Bamba (1987), the most successful Latin-themed feature film in history. Mr. Hackford has...
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For other uses, see Rain Man (disambiguation).
Rain ManDirected byBarry LevinsonScreenplay byStory byBarry MorrowProduced byMark JohnsonStarringCinematographyJohn SealeEdited byStu LinderMusic byHans Zimmer
Production
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United Artists
Guber-Peters Company[1]
Star Partners II, Ltd.[1]
Distributed byMGM/UA Communications Co.
Release date
Running time
134 minutes[1]CountryUnited States[1]LanguageEnglishBudget$25 million[2]Box office$354.8 million[2][3] ($914 million in 2023 dollars)[4]
Rain Man is a 1988 American road comedy-drama film directed by Barry Levinson and written by Barry Morrow and Ronald Bass. It tells the story of abrasive, selfish, young wheeler-dealer Charlie Babbitt (Tom Cruise), who discovers that his estranged father has died and bequeathed virtually all of his multimillion-dollar estate to his other son, Raymond (Dustin Hoffman), an autistic savant of whose existence Charlie was unaware. Charlie is left with only his father's beloved vintage car and rosebushes. Valeria Golino also stars as Charlie's girlfriend, Susanna. Morrow created the character of Raymond after meeting Kim Peek, a real-life savant; his characterization was based on both Peek and Bill Sackter, a good friend of Morrow who was the subject of Bill, an earlier film that Morrow wrote.[5]
Rain Man competed at the 39th Berlin International Film Festival, where it won the Golden Bear, the festival's highest prize.[6] The film was released theatrically by MGM/UA Communications Co. under its United Artists label in the United States on December 16, 1988, to critical and commercial success. Praise was given to Levinson's direction, the performances (particularly Cruise's and Hoffman's), the instrumental score, Morrow's screenplay, the cinematography, and the film's portrayal of autism. The film grossed $354 million (on a $25 million budget), becoming the highest-grossing film of 1988, and received a leading eight nominations at the 61st Academy Awards, winning four (more than any other film nominated): Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor (for Hoffman), and Best Original Screenplay.[7]
As of 2024 , Rain Man is the only film to win both the Berlin International Film Festival's highest award and the Academy Award for Best Picture in the same year. It was also the last film released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) to be nominated for Best Picture until Licorice Pizza, 33 years later.[8]
Plot
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Collectibles dealer Charlie Babbitt is in the middle of importing four grey market Lamborghinis to Los Angeles for resale. He needs to deliver the cars to impatient buyers who have already made down payments to repay the loan he took out to buy them, but the EPA is holding the cars at the port because they have failed emission tests. Charlie directs an employee to lie to the buyers while he stalls his creditor.
When Charlie learns that his estranged father Sanford Babbitt has died, he and his girlfriend Susanna travel to Cincinnati to settle the estate. He inherits only a group of rosebushes and a classic 1949 Buick Roadmaster convertible over which he and Sanford had clashed, while the remainder of the $3 million estate is going to an unnamed trustee. He learns that the money is being directed to a local mental institution, where he meets his elder brother Raymond, of whom he was unaware.
Raymond is an autistic savant, and adheres to strict routines. He has superb recall, but he shows little emotional expression, except when in distress. Charlie spirits Raymond out of the mental institution and into a hotel for the night. Disheartened with the way Charlie treats Raymond, Susanna leaves him. Charlie asks Raymond's doctor, Dr. Gerald Bruner, for half the estate in exchange for Raymond's return, but Bruner refuses. Charlie decides to attempt to gain custody of his brother to get control of the money.
After Raymond refuses to fly to Los Angeles, he and Charlie resort to driving there instead. They make slow progress because Raymond insists on sticking to his routines, which include watching The People's Court on television every day, getting to bed by 11:00 p.m., and refusing to travel when it rains. He also objects to traveling on the Interstate after they encounter a car accident.
During the course of the journey, Charlie learns more about Raymond, including his ability to instantly perform complex calculations and count hundreds of objects at once, far beyond the normal range of human abilities. He also realizes that Raymond had lived with the family as a child and was the "Rain Man" (Charlie's infantile pronunciation of "Raymond"), a comforting figure Charlie had remembered as an imaginary friend. Raymond had saved an infant Charlie from being scalded by hot bathwater one day, but Sanford blamed Raymond for nearly injuring Charlie, and committed him to the institution, as he was unable to speak up for himself and correct the misunderstanding.
Charlie's creditor repossesses the Lamborghinis, forcing him to refund his buyers' down payments and leaving him deeply in debt. Having passed Las Vegas, he and Raymond return to Caesars Palace and devise a plan to win the needed money by playing blackjack and counting cards. Although the casino bosses obtain videotape evidence of the scheme and ask them to leave, Charlie successfully wins $86,000 to cover his debts. He also reconciles with Susanna, who has rejoined the brothers in Las Vegas.
Returning to Los Angeles, Charlie meets with Bruner, who offers him $250,000 to walk away from Raymond. Charlie refuses, saying he is no longer upset about being cut out of his father's will, but he wants to have a relationship with his brother. At a meeting with a court-appointed psychiatrist, Raymond proves to be unable to decide for himself what he wants. Charlie stops the questioning and tells Raymond he is happy to have him as his brother. As Raymond and Bruner board a train to return to the institution, Charlie promises to visit in two weeks.
Cast
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Dustin Hoffman as Raymond "Ray" Babbitt
Tom Cruise as Charles Sanford "Charlie" Babbitt
Valeria Golino as Susanna
Jerry Molen as Dr. Gerald Bruner
Ralph Seymour as Lenny
Michael D. Roberts as Vern
Bonnie Hunt as Sally Dibbs (the waitress)
Beth Grant as Mother at Farm House
Lucinda Jenney as Iris
Barry Levinson as Doctor
Bob Heckel as Sheriff Deputy
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Development
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In drafting the story for Rain Man, Barry Morrow decided to base Raymond Babbitt on his experiences with both Kim Peek and Bill Sackter, two men who had gained notoriety and fame for their intellectual disabilities and, in Peek's case, for his abilities as a savant that were evident in high speed reading and extremely detailed memory. Prior to the conception of Rain Man, Morrow had formed a friendship with the intellectually disabled Sackter, and, in doing so, ended up taking some situational aspects from his friendship and using them to help craft the relationship between Charlie and Raymond. Following the success of Bill, the made-for-TV movie he had written about Sackter, Morrow met Kim Peek and was wildly intrigued by his savant syndrome. Going into the creation of the film, Morrow was still essentially unaware of the intricacies of the condition, as well as of autism itself; instead deciding that the movie was less about Raymond's intellectual disability, and more about the relationship formed between Raymond and Charlie.[9]
Roger Birnbaum was the first studio executive to give the film a green light; he did so immediately after Barry Morrow pitched the story. Birnbaum received "special thanks" in the film's credits.[1]
Real-life brothers Dennis and Randy Quaid were considered for the roles of Raymond Babbitt and Charles Babbitt.[10] Agents at Creative Artists Agency sent the script to Dustin Hoffman and Bill Murray, envisioning Murray in the title role, and Hoffman in the role eventually portrayed by Tom Cruise.[5][11] Martin Brest, Steven Spielberg and Sydney Pollack were directors also involved in the film.[12] Spielberg was attached to the film for five months, until he left to direct Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, and he would later regret the decision.[13][14] Mickey Rourke was also offered a role, but he turned it down.[15] Mel Gibson was also offered the role of Raymond, but he turned it down.[16]
For a year prior to playing Raymond Babbitt, Hoffman prepared to portray Raymond's autism by seeking out and educating himself on other autistic people, particularly those with savant syndrome. Hoffman had some experience with disabled individuals prior to filming, having worked at the New York Psychiatric Institute when he was younger. Inspiration for the portrayal of Raymond Babbitt's mannerisms was drawn from a multitude of sources, but he thanked three men in his Oscar acceptance speech.[17] One was Peter Guthrie, the autistic brother of Kevin Guthrie, a Princeton football player with whom Hoffman was in touch at the time.[18] Another was autistic savant Joseph Sullivan, who was the subject of two documentary films[19] and whose mother, Dr. Ruth Sullivan, was the founding president of the Autism Society of America and served as a consultant on the film. The third was savant Kim Peek, with whom Hoffman met as part of his research of the role, wherein he would observe and mimic Peek's actions, attempting to give an accurate portrayal of what an individual with savant syndrome might act like. His mimicry of Peek's savant syndrome was deemed a poor fit for the character by Hoffman, resulting in Hoffman's decision to make Babbitt not only a man with savant syndrome, but also with autism.[9]
Filming
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Principal photography included nine weeks of filming on location in Cincinnati and throughout northern Kentucky.[20] Other portions were shot in the desert near Palm Springs, California.[21]: 168–71 There was originally a different ending to the movie drafted by Morrow that differed from Raymond's going back to the institution. Morrow ultimately decided to drop this ending in favor of Raymond's returning to the institution, as he felt the original ending would not have stuck with the viewers as effectively as the revised ending did.[9] Almost all of the principal photography occurred during the 1988 Writers Guild of America strike; one key scene that was affected by the lack of writers was the film's final scene.[5] Bass delivered his last draft of the script only hours before the strike started, and spent no time on the set.[12]
Box office
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Rain Man debuted December 16, 1988, and was the second highest-grossing film at the weekend box office (behind Twins), with $7 million.[22] It reached the first spot the weekend of December 30 – January 2, finishing 1988 with $42 million.[23] The film would become the highest-grossing U.S. film of 1988 by earning more than $172 million. Worldwide figures vary, though. Box Office Mojo claims that the film grossed over $354 million worldwide,[2] while The Numbers reported that the film grossed $412.8 million worldwide.[3]
Reception
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On review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds an approval rating of 88%, based on 136 reviews, with an average rating of 8.10/10. The website's critical consensus states: "This road-trip movie about an autistic savant and his callow brother is far from seamless, but Barry Levinson's direction is impressive, and strong performances from Tom Cruise and Dustin Hoffman add to its appeal."[24] Metacritic assigned the film a weighted average score of 65 out of 100, based on 18 critics, indicating "generally favorable reviews".[25] Audiences polled by CinemaScore gave the film an average grade of "A", on a scale of A+ to F.[26]
Vincent Canby of The New York Times called Rain Man:
becomingly modest, decently thought-out, sometimes funny film"; Hoffman's performance was a "display of sustained virtuosity ... [that] makes no lasting connections with the emotions. Its end effect depends largely on one's susceptibility to the sight of an actor acting nonstop and extremely well, but to no particularly urgent dramatic purpose.[27]
Canby considered the "film's true central character" to be "the confused, economically and emotionally desperate Charlie, beautifully played by Mr. Cruise."[27] Roger Ebert gave the film three and a half stars out of four. He wrote:
Hoffman proves again that he almost seems to thrive on impossible acting challenges. ... I felt a certain love for Raymond, the Hoffman character. I don't know quite how Hoffman got me to do it.[28]
Gene Siskel also gave the film three and a half stars out of four, singling out Cruise for praise: "The strength of the film is really that of Cruise's performance...the combination of two superior performances makes the movie worth watching."[29]
Amy Dawes of Variety wrote that "one of the year's most intriguing film premises ... is given uneven, slightly off-target treatment"; she called the road scenes "hastily, loosely written, with much extraneous screen time", but admired the last third of the film, calling it a depiction of "two very isolated beings" who "discover a common history and deep attachment".[30]
One of the film's harshest reviews came from The New Yorker magazine critic Pauline Kael, who said, "Everything in this movie is fudged ever so humanistically, in a perfunctory, low-pressure way. And the picture has its effectiveness: people are crying at it. Of course they're crying at it—it's a piece of wet kitsch."[31]
Rain Man was placed on 39 critics' "ten best" lists in 1988, based on a poll of the nation's top 100 critics.[32]
Accolades
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Award Category Nominee(s) Result Academy Awards[7] Best Picture Mark Johnson Won Best Director Barry Levinson Won Best Actor Dustin Hoffman Won Best Screenplay – Written Directly for the Screen Ronald Bass and Barry Morrow Won Best Art Direction Ida Random and Linda DeScenna Nominated Best Cinematography John Seale Nominated Best Film Editing Stu Linder Nominated Best Original Score Hans Zimmer Nominated American Cinema Editors Awards Best Edited Feature Film Stu Linder Won American Society of Cinematographers Awards[33] Outstanding Achievement in Cinematography in Theatrical Releases John Seale Nominated Berlin International Film Festival[34] Golden Bear Barry Levinson Won Berliner Morgenpost Readers' Jury Award Won BMI Film & TV Awards Film Music Award Hans Zimmer Won British Academy Film Awards[35] Best Actor in a Leading Role Dustin Hoffman Nominated Best Original Screenplay Ronald Bass and Barry Morrow Nominated Best Editing Stu Linder Nominated César Awards[36] Best Foreign Film Barry Levinson Nominated Chicago Film Critics Association Awards[37] Best Actor Dustin Hoffman Nominated David di Donatello Awards Best Foreign Film Barry Levinson Won Best Foreign Director Nominated Best Foreign Actor Dustin Hoffman Won Best Foreign Producer Mark Johnson Nominated Best Foreign Screenplay Ronald Bass and Barry Morrow Nominated Directors Guild of America Awards[38] Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Motion Pictures Barry Levinson Won Golden Globe Awards[39] Best Motion Picture – Drama Won Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama Dustin Hoffman Won Best Director – Motion Picture Barry Levinson Nominated Best Screenplay – Motion Picture Ronald Bass and Barry Morrow Nominated Goldene Kamera (1989) Golden Screen Won Goldene Kamera (1991) Golden Screen with 1 Star Won Heartland Film Truly Moving Picture Award Barry Levinson Won Japan Academy Film Prize Outstanding Foreign Language Film Nominated Jupiter Awards Best International Film Barry Levinson Won Kansas City Film Critics Circle Awards[40] Best Film Won Best Director Barry Levinson Won Best Actor Dustin Hoffman Won Best Supporting Actor Tom Cruise Won[a] Kinema Junpo Awards Best Foreign Language Film Barry Levinson Won Mainichi Film Awards Best Foreign Language Film Won MTV Video Music Awards Best Video from a Film "Iko Iko" – The Belle Stars Nominated Nastro d'Argento Best Foreign Director Barry Levinson Nominated Best Supporting Actress Valeria Golino Nominated National Society of Film Critics Awards[41] Best Actor Dustin Hoffman 3rd Place New York Film Critics Circle Awards[42] Best Actor 2nd Place Nikkan Sports Film Awards Best Foreign Film Won People's Choice Awards[43] Favorite Dramatic Motion Picture Won Turkish Film Critics Association Awards Best Foreign Film 2nd Place Writers Guild of America Awards[44] Best Screenplay – Written Directly for the Screen Ronald Bass and Barry Morrow Nominated YoGa Awards Worst Foreign Actor Dustin Hoffman Won
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The release of Rain Man in 1988 coincided with a tenfold increase in funding for medical research and diagnoses of individuals for autism. The latter is primarily due to autism's being more broadly defined in newer editions of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, particularly versions III-R and IV.[45]: 389–401 The movie is credited, however, with significantly increasing awareness of autism among the general public.[45]: 354-380
Rain Man is known, in particular, for its portrayal of a man with both autism and savant skills, leading much of its viewing audience to incorrectly assume the intellectual capabilities of autistic people at large.[9] Characters like Raymond Babbitt, whose characterization has been criticized for adhering to stereotypes, are portrayed as having an otherworldly intellectual ability that, rather than disable them from living a "normal" life, instead assists them in a nearly magical way. Although having savant abilities is certainly a possibility for autistic individuals, the combination is incredibly rare.[46] Conversely, Rain Man has also been seen as dispelling a number of other misconceptions about autism, and improving public awareness of the failure of many agencies to accommodate autistic people and make use of the abilities they do have, regardless of whether they have savant skills or not.[47]
Since Dustin Hoffman's 1989 Academy Award win for his performance in Rain Man, about half of all Best Actor trophies have been awarded for portrayals of characters who are disabled in some way; none of these recipients share their characters' disabilities in real life.[48][49] Just one year after Hoffman's win, Daniel Day-Lewis (thus far the only actor to have won three awards in the category) garnered his first Best Actor win for his portrayal of cerebral palsy patient Christy Brown in My Left Foot. The Academy’s incentivizing of such casting practices has drawn criticism from disabled actors and self-advocates, who argue that these decisions sideline more authentic stories about disabled characters, in favor of leveraging already-established actors' prestige.[50][51] This pattern has even been satirized by the 2008 film Tropic Thunder (in which Tom Cruise also appears), wherein Robert Downey Jr.'s character, Kirk Lazarus, chastises a fellow actor for portraying a character whose developmental disability is deemed too alienating for a mainstream audience.[52]
Rain Man is also known for popularizing the misconception that card counting is illegal in the United States.[53]
In 2006, the film was recognized by the American Film Institute in their list of 100 Years...100 Cheers at #63.[54]
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The cold open sketch in the April 1, 1989, installment of Saturday Night Live spoofed both the film and the Pete Rose gambling scandal at the time. Charlie and Raymond Babbitt were played by Ben Stiller and Dana Carvey, respectively, with Phil Hartman as Rose.[55] The Babbitt brothers appear in The Simpsons Season 5 episode "$pringfield (or, How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Gambling)". The film is mentioned in numerous other films, such as Miss Congeniality, 21, The Hangover, and Escape Room, as well as in the television series Breaking Bad and Barry.
Raymond Babbitt was caricatured as a rain cloud in the animated episode of The Nanny, "Oy to the World". During the episode, Fran fixes up CC the Abominable Babcock with the Rain Man. He is portrayed as a cloud of rain mumbling about weather patterns and being an excellent driver.
References to Rain Man, Dustin Hoffman's performance in particular, have become a popular shorthand for autism and savantism. In the final episode of the first season of Community, Pierce calls Abed "Rain Man" when listing members of the study group; Abed had been described previously as having Asperger's Syndrome, which is now diagnosed as autism spectrum disorder.[56] In the 2015 biographical drama film Steve Jobs, when Jobs (played by Michael Fassbender) is confronted by Apple CEO John Sculley (Jeff Daniels), he refers to co-founder Steve Wozniak (Seth Rogen) as "Rain Man". In the film, Fear Street Part One: 1994, Simon, surprised by Josh's knowledge of a seemingly unknown girl who had attacked him, says: "Jesus, Rain Man. How [...] do you know that?".
Qantas and airline controversy
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In June 1989, at least fifteen major airlines showed edited versions of Rain Man that omitted the scene involving Raymond's refusal to fly, mentioning the crashes of American Airlines Flight 625, Delta Air Lines Flight 191, and Continental Airlines Flight 1713, except on Australia-based Qantas. Those criticizing this decision included film director Barry Levinson, co-screenwriter Ronald Bass, and George Kirgo (at the time, the President of the Writers Guild of America, West). "I think it's a key scene to the entire movie," Levinson said in a telephone interview. "That's why it's in there. It launches their entire odyssey across country – because they couldn't fly." Although some of those airlines cited as justification avoiding having airplane passengers feel uncomfortable in sympathy with Raymond during the in-flight entertainment, the scene was shown intact on flights of Qantas, and commentators noted that Raymond mentions it as the only airline whose planes have "never crashed".[57][58]
The film is credited with introducing Qantas's safety record to U.S. consumers.[59][60] However, contrary to the claims made in the film, Qantas aircraft have been involved in a number of fatal accidents since the airline's founding in 1920 (although none involving jet aircraft, with the last incident taking place in December 1951).[61]
The Buick convertible
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Two 1949 Roadmaster convertibles were used in the filming, one of which had its rear suspension stiffened to bear the additional load of camera equipment and a cameraman. After filming completed, the unmodified car was acquired by Hoffman, who had it restored and added it to his collection. He kept it for 34 years. Hemmings Motor News reported that the car was auctioned in January 2022 by Bonhams in Scottsdale, Arizona, and sold for $335,000.[62] The camera-carrying car was similarly acquired by Barry Levinson, who had it restored by Wayne Carini of the Chasing Classic Cars television series a few years later.
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List of films set in Las Vegas
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Reviewed by Colin Jacobson: Ray follows a standard construction and explores its subject reasonably well. However, it simply doesnt do anything particularly creative or innovative to make it a richer piece of work. A strong performance from Jaime Foxx bolsters it somewhat, but Ray remains a fairly average film. Starring Jamie Foxx, Regina King. Universal, $44.99, 2/1/2005.
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As I write this in early February, we dont know wholl win prizes at this years Oscars, but things certainly look good for Jamie Foxx. Hes in the running for two awards: Best Supporting Actor for Collateral and Best Actor for Ray. I doubt hell win both, but usually when a performer is up for two trophies, they win at least one, so it seems likely Foxx will go home with a prize on Oscar night.
Right now popular opinion puts him as the front-runner for Ray, a look at the life of musical legend Ray Charles. The flick starts in 1948, as we see Ray Robinson (Foxx) leave Florida to head to Seattle. He plans to pursue a career as a musician, so he goes to Seattle to hook up with his partner Gossie McKee (Terrence Dashon Howard). When he arrives after the cross-country bus trip, he cant find Gossie, but bar owner Marlene (Denise Dowse) throws him on stage and he wows the crowd.
This lands Ray a regular gig, though Marlene and Gossie use him. He figures this out when he gets an offer from Jack Lauderdale (Robert Wisdom) of Swing Time Records. Ray signs with the label, makes a record, and heads out on the road. We also see him change his name to avoid confusion with boxer Sugar Ray Robinson; they use his middle name to call him Ray Charles.
From there, the movie mostly follows the progression of Rays career and his relationships. His major professional move comes when he signs with Atlantic Records; there he develops his own sound and becomes a hit-maker. Personally, Ray meets Della Bea Antoine (Kerry Washington) on tour in Texas and quickly falls for her. They marry before too long, and its her inspiration for I Got a Woman, the first time he fuses gospel with R&B.
While Ray enjoys the love of a good woman and becomes a star, he also suffers from negatives. For one, he becomes a heroin addict, and this intensifies as the years progress. In addition, Ray cant stay away from other women, so he often cheats on Della. This leads to prolonged affairs with some singers in his band. First he hooks up with Mary Ann Fisher (Aunjanue Ellis), but she later splits when Ray also connects with Raelette Margie Hendricks (Regina King). She becomes Rays most significant affair, and that relationship causes problems.
Most of the movie stays in Rays adulthood, but it occasionally flashes back to his childhood. We see young Ray (CJ Sanders) with his mother Aretha (Sharon Warren) and younger brother George (Terrone Bell). We watch events that strongly influenced his life - some of which left him emotionally scarred - as well as how he lost his eyesight.
Though Ray earned an Oscar nomination for Best Picture, most of the attention accorded it has stemmed from Foxxs lead performance. Hes earned uniformly strong notices for the way he transformed himself into Charles. And much of that praise is merited, as Foxx indeed throws himself into the role quite well. He certainly looks and sounds an awful lot like the musical legend. As I noted when I reviewed Malcolm X, actors who play famous figures run into particular challenges since were so familiar with the real thing. The actor needs to do more than just mimic the actual person, but he also needs to bear enough of a resemblance to allow us to suspend our disbelief.
In that regard, Foxx clearly succeeds. He plays Charles in a fully believable manner beyond the simple mannerisms and vocal inflections. Im not as sure that he gets to the characters heart. One of the reasons I raved about Denzel Washington in Malcolm X was because he turned the character into such a full-blooded person. He made Malcolm grow and change in a dynamic way, but I didnt quite get that feeling from Foxxs Ray.
Actually, thats not totally true. We do see Ray go from a robust young man to an addled junkie, and Foxx makes this transition smoothly. I just dont feel like we ever get to the heart of the character. I thought that the movie kept our knowledge of Charles on the surface. We saw what he went through but didnt get a great understanding of what made him tick.
I dont think this is the fault of Foxx, who does throw himself into the role. Instead, I feel the problem comes from director Taylor Hackford. Hes always been a reliably competent but unexceptional director, and these workmanlike tendencies mean that Ray stays with the usual biopic issues.
In general, the movie feels kind of like a greatest hits with the occasional stab at personal insights. The movies main psychological thrust deals with the influence of Rays mother and the death of his younger brother. Hackford introduces a nightmarish water motif at times to symbolize Rays continued guilt over his brothers drowning. Unfortunately, this works as little more than a cheesy cinematic technique that doesnt go anywhere. Hackford uses it too inconsistently for it to make a difference, and it just acts as cheap symbolism.
I guess I didnt think the flick really tied the childhood scenes to Rays later life. Yeah, the movie gives us some idea of his mothers influence, but thats about it. Did any of these issues lead to his flaws as an adult? Maybe, but the film draws no real connections between childhood concerns and adulthood excesses.
It would have been nice to get more insight into Charles personality and why he behaved the way he did. The movie paints him as a womanizer and a junkie without any real rationale. We get some glimpses of his early interest in music, but otherwise the film fails to delineate his personality traits in a concise manner. Perhaps there arent easy explanations for Rays negative behaviors, as life isnt always that simple. Nonetheless, the absence of many strong attempts to dig into his psychological side makes Ray stay on the superficial side.
At least the movie always remains entertaining. With its combination of success and pathos, Charles tales clearly is an interesting one. His great natural talent and his ability to overcome his disability offer inspiration, while his drug use and infidelity give us his darker side. Those make for perfect movie fodder, and they ensure that the flick offers a consistently engaging piece.
Unfortunately, Ray never rises above this level. It follows a standard construction and explores its subject reasonably well. However, it simply doesnt do anything particularly creative or innovative to make it a richer piece of work. A strong performance from Jaime Foxx bolsters it somewhat, but Ray remains a fairly average film.
Ray appears in an aspect ratio of approximately 1.85:1 on this single-sided, double-layered DVD; the image has been enhanced for 16X9 televisions. Only minor problems cropped up in this generally strong transfer.
For the most part, sharpness looked very good. The occasional wide shot came across as slightly soft and indistinct, but those instances werent frequent. The majority of the flick was detailed and concise. No issues with jagged edges or moiré effects occurred, but I noticed some light edge enhancement at times. Print flaws remained absent, as I saw no specks, marks or other defects.
Ray went with a stylized palette that depended on the setting. The main differentiation was between the modern day shots and Rays flashbacks. The former went with a somewhat muted, golden look, while the latter demonstrated exaggerated greens and other tones. Within the restrictions of the visual design, the colors were firm and clear. Blacks also seemed deep and firm, while low-light shots displayed good definition and delineation. The minor softness and edge enhancement knocked this one down to a B+, but it was satisfying overall.
Given the films focus, the Dolby Digital 5.1 soundtrack maintained a logical focus on music. Charles songs dominated the mix and demonstrated very good imaging. The tunes showed strong localization and spread smoothly across the front channels. The surrounds bolstered the music somewhat, but those elements remained heavily oriented toward the forward speakers.
Other than the music, the track stayed oriented toward general information. The movie didnt offer a lot of opportunities for slam-bang action, so environmental material was fine. The track created a decent sense of place and worked just fine.
Audio quality also worked nicely. Speech consistently came across as natural and distinct, with no issues connected to intelligibility or edginess. Effects didnt play much of a role, but they stayed accurate and clean. Music fared pretty nicely. The various songs appeared well-rendered, as they demonstrated smooth tones and clear delineation of the various elements. Overall, the soundtrack served its movie well.
When we look at extras on this two-disc set, we start on DVD One with an audio commentary from director Taylor Hackford. He presents a very active affair that covers many good elements. Hackford talks about the facts of Charles life and various liberties taken, the cast and their work, shooting mostly in New Orleans and adapting it for other locations, the music, story and pacing concerns, the storys long path to the screen and various concessions made along the way, and the films visual scheme.
Hackford maintains a brisk pace throughout the commentary, as he seems excited to discuss his flick. His enthusiasm makes it fun to listen to the track, and Hackford fills in the time with many interesting tidbits. In fact, he gets so carried away that he makes some goofy mistakes; for example, at one point he refers to the presentation of the songs in alphabetical order, when he clearly means chronological order. Its a very strong chat that goes by quickly.
We can watch Ray as either its theatrical cut or as an extended edition. If you choose the latter, it adds nearly half an hour to the flicks running time. When a new scene appears, the movie branches off automatically, but I definitely wouldnt call it seamless. Before an added clip appears, some musical notes pop up at the bottom of the screen, and then it cuts to the new sequence. On my player, this moved acceptably quickly, but it still created some jarring shifts that didnt flow terribly well.
Also, I dont think my player caught all of the extra scenes. On DVD Two, well find a set of deleted scenes, and I think almost all of those appear as part of the extended edition as well. I know one with Ruth Brown isnt in the longer version, but otherwise, I believe the extended cut includes all DVD Twos deleted pieces. Nonetheless, a few of them didnt look familiar to me. These might not be included in the extended cut, but because of potential player error, I dont want to claim that as a definite.
Ill discuss the specific scenes a little more when I get to that area on DVD Two, but I do want to note that some odd choices show up as part of the extended cut. Most of the scenes expand on appropriate topics, but a couple seem like weird additions in this forum. The primary offender comes from one bit that simply shows additional takes of the same scene. While its fun to watch Foxx improvise, it really takes away from our involvement in the movie. That kind of sequence should be left for an outtake reel and not be part of a film. The extended cut simply throws in everything without much rhyme or reason, so I think these clips work best when viewed separately; youre probably better off just watching the theatrical version of the movie.
Note that another problem stems from the presentation of the added scenes. Theyre non-anamorphic 1.85:1, so theyll stand out when viewed on anything other than a standard 4X3 set. For my WEGA, I use the anamorphic squeeze, and that made the extra bits look squished. These scenes also use different color timing, as the filmmakers didnt finish them to match with the rest of the movie. Again, these are reasons why the sequences fare best when viewed separately and left out of the completed flick.
Finally, Disc One presents Cast and Filmmakers. This area includes biographies for actors Jamie Foxx, Kerry Washington, Clifton Powell, Harry Lennix, Terrence Dashon Howard, Richard Schiff, Aunjanue Ellis, Bokeem Woodbine, Sharon Warren, Curtis Armstrong, Regina King and Larenz Tate as well as Hackford, writer James L. White, and producers Stuart Benjamin, Howard Baldwin and Karen Baldwin. These entries vary in quality but offer decent overviews of the participants careers.
As we move to DVD Two, we start with 14 Deleted Scenes. Via the Play All option, these run a total of 27 minutes and 43 seconds. I already talked a little about these when I went over the extended edition; as I stated, it looks like everything that got reintegrated into the flick also appears here. While I didnt like them as part of the final movie, I do think a lot of good material shows up in this section. The scenes help expand on characters and relationships and give us a little more depth. Theyre definitely worth a look.
We can watch these scenes with or without commentary from Hackford. He mostly talks about the material and what he wanted to do with the sequences. Hackford provides only rudimentary details about why he cut the shots, though time factors seem to cover the lot of them; he clearly likes them and occasionally lets us know that they got the boot due to length. Although Id have liked more specifics about the rationale for the edits, Hackford still gives us a lot of good information here.
In addition, two Expanded Musical Scenes appear. We get What Kind of Man Are You (three minutes, 10 seconds) and Hit the Road, Jack (1:18). Both also pop up through the extended cut, so theyll look familiar if you examined that version.
Three featurettes come up next. A Look Inside Ray goes for a mere three minutes and 20 seconds. We see movie clips, behind the scenes shots, and remarks from Hackford and actor Jamie Foxx. It provides a very basic overview of the production but doesnt tell us much. Other than a couple of interesting looks at Foxx with the real Ray Charles, theres nothing useful here, and Look Inside stands as a glorified trailer. Skip it.
Somewhat stronger, the 10-minute and 40-second Stepping Into the Part focuses on Foxxs work. It includes notes from Foxx, Hackford, actor Larenz Tate, music producer Quincy Jones, and co-producer Ray Charles Robinson Jr. We find some insights into how Foxx got into the part as well as his interactions with the real Ray. More fun behind the scenes footage of the pair appears, and a smattering of good details pops up as well. Its fluffy and light, with a lot of praise for the actor, but the shots of Foxx with Charles are worth a look.
For the final featurette, we discover Ray Remembered. In this four-minute and three-second program, we get comments from Foxx, Jones, Hackford, actor Sharon Warren, and musicians Al Green and Reba McEntire. We also see some text plaudits from other notables. Essentially an homage to the late musician, everyone involved reminds us of Charles greatness. I suppose a piece like this was inevitable due to Charles demise, but its not really very interesting.
Lastly, DVD Two includes some ads. We get the trailer for Ray itself plus some others in the Previews area. That domain includes promos for Cinderella Man, Friday Night Lights, The Motorcycle Diaries and Vanity Fair.
Although Ray presents a consistently entertaining experience, it rarely rises above the level of a fairly standard film biography. A rich lead performance from Jamie Foxx helps, but the movie just doesnt manage to turn into anything particularly distinctive. The DVD presents consistently positive picture and sound along with a roster of extras highlighted by a slew of deleted scenes and an excellent audio commentary. Theres enough here to merit a rental, but the movie doesnt impress me to warrant a stronger recommendation.
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Ray, the new biopic directed by Taylor Hackford, satisfies in some wonderful ways: Jamie Foxx miraculously embodies Ray’s soul; Ray’s own musical voice sounds bigger and better than ever; and several of the supporting performances—Sharon Warren as Ray’s mom and Regina King as Margie Hendricks—are heartfelt and powerful. The problem, though, is that Ray is a saccharine movie while Ray himself was anything but a saccharine man. He was a raging bull. Sentimentalizing his story may make box office sense, but, to my mind, it trivializes the compelling complexity of his character.
For example, the film focuses on Ray’s relationship with his mother, Aretha. Yet the truth is that Ray had two mothers. According to what Ray told me and insisted we include in Brother Ray, an autobiography that I co-authored in 1978, two women dominated his early years: his biological mother, Aretha, and a woman named Mary Jane, one of his father’s former wives. “I called Aretha ‘Mama’ and Mary Jane ‘Mother,’ ” wrote Ray. After her 6-year-old son went blind, Aretha fostered his independence, while Mary Jane indulged him. For the rest of his life Ray was as fiercely self-reliant as he was self-indulgent. Two dynamic women, two radically different approaches to his sightlessness—you can imagine the impact on his character. Ray ignores this phenomenon completely.
Ray tries to explain Ray’s blues—the angst in his heart—in heavy-handed Freudian terms. At age 5, Ray helplessly watched his younger brother, George, drown. The film insists that the guilt Ray felt for failing to rescue George is responsible for the dark side of his soul. Once the guilt is lifted, the adult Ray is not only free from his heroin habit but is liberated—in a treacly flashback—from his emotional turmoil. George’s death was certainly traumatic for the young Ray, yet the only time Ray suffered what he termed a nervous breakdown had neither to do with the drowning nor the loss of his sight a year later. “It’s the death of my mother Aretha,” he told me, “that had me reeling. For days I couldn’t talk, think, sleep or eat. I was sure-enough going crazy.” That the film fails to dramatize the scene—we learn of Aretha’s death in a quick aside from Ray to his wife-to-be—misses the crucial heartbreak of his early life. It happened when Ray was 15, living at a school for the blind 160 miles from home. “I knew my world had ended,” he said. The further fact that Ray fails to include a single scene from his extraordinary educational experience is another grievous oversight. It was at that state school where he was taught to read Braille, play Chopin, write arrangements, learn piano and clarinet, start to sing, and discover sex. Ray shows none of that. Such scenes would have been far more illuminating than the unexciting story, which the film does include, of Ray changing managers in midcareer.
The minor characters are another major problem. Take David “Fathead” Newman, the saxophonist who, for over a decade, was Ray’s closest musical and personal peer. In Ray, David is portrayed as little more than a loudmouthed junkie. While drugs were part of the bond between David and Ray, the key to their relationship was an extraordinary musical rapport. In real life, David is a soft-spoken, gentle man of few words. As Ray was boisterous, David was shy. Both were brought up on bebop. Like Lester Young/Billie Holiday or Thelonious Monk/Charlie Rouse, they complemented each other in exquisitely sensitive fashion. We neither see nor hear any of this in Ray. And while Hackford features a great number of Ray’s hits, he ignores the jazz side of Ray’s musical makeup. There’s virtually no jazz in Ray, while in real life jazz sat at the center of Ray’s soul.
If Fathead is painfully misrepresented, Ahmet Ertegun and Jerry Wexler, owners of Atlantic Records, suffer a similar fate. Among the most colorful characters in the colorful history of the music business, they are reduced to stereotypes. We don’t get a glimpse of their quirky sophistication, sharp intellect, or salty wit. Same goes for Mary Ann Fisher, the first female singer to join Ray’s band. Mary Ann was an engaging character—sometimes endearing, sometimes infuriating. In Ray she’s just a manipulative tart.
Finally, though, Ray is about Ray, and its attempt to define his character. In many ways, the definition is accurate. Foxx brilliantly captures Ray’s energy and contradictions. Yet those contradictions are not allowed to stand. The contradictions must be resolved, Ray must live happily ever after. The finale implies that, for all his promiscuity, he is back with Della, the true love of his life, and that, with his heroin habit behind him, it’s smooth sailing ahead. The paradoxical strands of his life are tied up into a neat package, honoring the hackneyed biopic formula with a leave-’em-smiling Hollywood ending.
The truth is far more complex and far more interesting. Ray’s womanizing ways continued. His marriage to Della ended in a difficult divorce in 1976. And while he never again got high on heroin, he found, in his own terms, “a different buzz to keep me going.” For the rest of his life he unapologetically drank large quantities of gin every day and smoked large quantities of pot every night. While working on his autobiography he told me, “Just like smack never got in the way of my working, same goes for booze and reefer. What I do with my own body is my own business.” Ray maintained this attitude until his health deteriorated. In 2003 he told me that he had been diagnosed with alcoholic liver disease and hepatitis C. “If I knew I was going to live this long,” he added with an ironic smile, “I would have taken better care of myself.” Whatever Ray was—headstrong, joyful, courageous, cranky—he was hardly a spokesman for sobriety.
The producers of Ray make much of the fact that Ray himself endorsed the movie. That’s certainly true. He wanted a successful crossover movie to mirror his successful crossover music. He participated and helped in any way he could. In one of our last discussions, Ray reminded me that the process of trying to sell Hollywood began 26 years ago when producer-director Larry Schiller optioned his story. Since then there have been dozens of false starts. It wasn’t until his son, Ray Jr., producer Stuart Benjamin, and director Hackford stayed on the case that cameras rolled.
“Hollywood is a cold-blooded motherfucker,” said Ray. “It’s easier to bone the President’s wife than to get a movie made. So I say God bless these cats. God bless Benjamin and Hackford and Ray Jr. Weren’t for them, this would never happen. And now that it’s happening, maybe I’ll have a better chance of being remembered. I can’t ask for anything more.”
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Ray Charles was a man who took the limits of his skin color that kept him down at the time along with his disability and used it to his advantage with his pure musical genius, his ability to reach beyond the musical genre and discover all sorts of facets of music experimenting. The film directed by Taylor Hackford is a bittersweet inspiring tale of Ray Charles’ life, love, and struggle with drug abuse. Charles played by Jamie Foxx in an amazing performance, is portrayed with the humanity and flaws that give this film the reality it needs and never pulls back. Charles himself picked Foxx after a rigorous test of piano skills and approved him personally, and the film manages to convey all of Foxx’ skill in its entirety.
Foxx embodies Charles with all his mannerisms, and idiosyncrasies and gives a truly good. The film itself glosses over the mild details but focuses on more of the moments of Ray’s life which had more impact that led to his transformation of a musician and of the man he eventually became as he got older, and all of it is given here from his experiments in other music to his willingness to take control, and setting the stage for many other singers of his kind. The movie has a strong feminine theme that’s present throughout the story. The real soul of the film lies within the women in Ray’s life, all of which are played with great performances by some talented actresses. Sharon Warren is excellent as Ray’s tough and strict mother who teaches her son to face his disability and survive. She’s powerful in her performance and sets the stage for many of Ray’s strengths with his disability.
Another one of the strong performances that went un-credited was the performance from Kerry Washington who plays Charles’ first wife. She often becomes the moral center of his life that he has struggles keeping in tact throughout his life, but he can’t help being human. She’s a devoted center in Charles’ life despite his infidelity to her and obvious infidelity at that, and often times becomes the reasons his infidelity fails because of his undying devotion to her. The best aspect of the film though is the presentation of Regina King’s talents in her excellent performance as Ray’s lover and long time back up singer Margie Hendricks. “Ray” is good — but not great, watchable, but nothing to really get into a fit over. It’s a good film, but hardly what I’d consider the standard for a masterpiece. Basically, what really griped me about the film in particular and kept me focusing on the positives was the fact that this was just so manipulative with the audiences emotions.
First in its story primarily and the way it sets it all up basically negating the true experience of what emerged through Charles’ life. But instead the screenwriters tend to focus on the dramatic Hollywoodized aspects of the story with the death of Charles brother, and his often weird flashes in which he envisions he’s in water reaching for his brother who tragically drowned in a bathtub. Most of everything in this film didn’t feel genuine, it just felt like it was reaching for the audience to cry and to get us to sympathize without any real sentiment behind it. The touches that were obviously put in by Hollywood for dramatic effect often never worked. It’s alluded the death of Charles’ brother added to his blindness, his mom’s face constantly flashing in his mind to never forget his roots while he comes near selling out, and so on. Ultimately, I was sorely disappointed. I wanted excellent, but it’s only mediocre.
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This thesis analyses the contemporary musical biopic (biographical film) examining theatrically released feature films from the years 2004 to 2007. Focusing on selected case studies, each chapter discusses the representation of actual musical artists including musicians, composers and singers. The musical biopics; El Cantante (2006), Control (2007), Beyond the Sea (2004), De-Lovely (2004), Walk the Line (2005), Ray (2004) and I’m Not There (2007) are analysed in depth. This thesis examines the text (the film itself) and context of the musical biopic. Through consideration of media representations of the respective music artists portrayed, the filmmakers and cast, significant factors are discussed including the omission and inclusion of certain biographical details, star/celebrity identities and cinematic elements such as visual imagery, narrative and musical integration; which shape the public perception of the persona. The musical biopic demonstrates that biography is a subjective interpretation of a life history. There can be no ‘truth’ or accurate re-telling of an actual life narrative. The contemporary musical biopic represents the public memory of the popular musical artist through exploring their various public/private identities, while focusing on a certain attribute or persona. The filmmaker unavoidably conveys a biased perspective of the protagonist, effectively re-interpreting and re-representing media sources. Through unique styles of depiction in musical integration, audio-visual representation, storyline and narrative, the contemporary musical biopic attempts to present an exclusive view of the popular music artist. Hence, the contemporary musical biopic re-mythologises the music artist, creating a fabricated account of a life history. Contributing predominantly to the discipline of film studies, this thesis is also significant to the areas of popular music studies, screen sound, biography and cultural studies. This thesis will draw attention to the undervalued scholarly study of the biopic, establishing new analytical tropes for further development in the field.
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What do an Indian revolutionary, a British prime minister, a blues musician, a hip-hop pioneer and a code breaker all have in common? You can watch a biopic about them on Netflix right now. Biopics, or biographical dramas, tell stories based on the real lives of their subjects, whether famous men and women doing great things or unknown individuals quietly leading extraordinary lives. Netflix has more than 40 films listed as Biographical Dramas. We’ve selected our favorites for you.
Here are the 21 best biopics on Netflix:
1. ChristineYear: 2016
Director: Antonio Campos
Stars: Rebecca Hall, Michael C. Hall, Tracy Letts, Maria Dizzia, J. Smith-Cameron, John Cullum, Timothy Simons
Rating: R
Watch on Netflix
Why did TV journalist Christine Chubbuck take her life on camera in 1974? The brilliance of this Antonio Campos drama is that it tries to answer that question while still respecting the enormity and unknowability of such a violent, tragic act. Rebecca Hall is momentous as Christine, a deeply unhappy woman whose ambition has never matched her talent, and the actress is incredibly sympathetic in the part. As we move closer to Christine’s inevitable demise, we come to understand that Christine isn’t a morbid whodunit but, rather, a compassionate look at gender inequality and loneliness. —Tim Grierson
2. RRRYear: 2022
Director: S. S. Rajamouli
Stars: N. T. Rama Rao Jr., Ram Charan, Ajay Devgn, Alia Bhatt, Shriya Saran, Samuthirakani, Ray Stevenson, Alison Doody, Olivia Morris
Rating: NR
Runtime: 187 minutes
Watch on Netflix
A Telugu epic rivalling even the over-the-top antics of writer/director S. S. Rajamouli’s previous massive blockbusters (the two Baahubali films), RRR’s endearingly repetitive and simple title reflects a three-hour romp through Indian colonial history filled with the primal pleasures of brotherhood and balls. Almost cartoonishly political, its story of star-crossed besties Alluri Sitarama Raju (Ram Charan) and Komaram Bheem (N. T. Rama Rao Jr.) is one focused on shallow contrasts masking bone-deep similarities. Based on two superheroicized revolutionaries—ones that never, but should have, saved a child by simultaneously bungeeing a tethered motorcycle and horse over opposite sides of a bridge—the at-odds heroes represent the rural and urban poles opposing the British colonizers. Caricatures of the urbane heartthrob and the noble backwoods beast, the two embodiments of cultural pride battle CG beasts, ridiculous Brits and each other—though you can’t help but hope they end up holding each other tight. (They do squats while riding each other piggyback. C’mon.) Their back-and-forth, glisteningly homoerotic friendship walks a taut narrative tightrope, but with the movie’s maximalist filmmaking as its balancing rod. A phenomenally thrumming and amusingly worded soundtrack accompanies some of the year’s most bombastic action sequences and charming dance scenes without mussing a single mustache hair. The two beefy and hyper-masculine leads span silent comedy, musical song-and-dance prowess and elegant fight choreography as the kind of do-it-all stars we just don’t get in the U.S. anymore. As their morally turbulent path rages against the pure evil of the cruel white oppressors, any doubt that RRR is a modern myth fades deep into the shadows of the jungle. Overflowing with symbols, political shorthand and stereotypes of all kinds, RRR rises, roars and revolts with raw cinematic power—and enough fascinating density to warrant watching and discussing over and over again.—Jacob Oller
3. Ma Rainey’s Black BottomYear: 2020
Director: George C. Wolfe
Stars: Viola Davis, Chadwick Boseman, Glynn Turman, Colman Domingo, Michael Potts
Rating: R
Watch on Netflix
Fittingly, Chadwick Boseman’s final role is all about the blues. The late actor’s appearance in Netflix’s Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, the August Wilson adaptation from director George C. Wolfe and writer Ruben Santiago-Hudson, is equal parts actorly showcase, angry eulogy and comprehensive lament—boiled together in the sweaty kitchen of a ‘20s Chicago recording session. A story of ambition’s multiple facets and eventual endpoints, Ma Rainey revolves around those orbiting its title character (Viola Davis). She’s a blues legend at the top of her game, finally appreciated (at least in some parts of the country) and ripe for exploitation by white men in suits. As if she’d let them. She’s comfortably late to record an album, leaving everyone else to kick up their heels and shoot the shit in true Wilson style—with Santiago-Hudson finding the essence of Wilson’s work. Davis’ brutal performance, made all the more potent by her avalanche of makeup and glistening sweat, perfectly sets the scene. She, alongside loosened neckties and whirring fans, gives the film its intended temperature and gravity so that Boseman and the rest of her band members can zip around like fireflies ambling in the summer heat. With tragic serendipity, Boseman leaves us a gift: he is on fire. Lean, with the camera placements and props emphasizing his gangly limbs (there’s a reason he wields a squashed and squat flugelhorn, a jazz staple that happens to work better visually), Levee is a highly physical role despite the chatty source material: It’s all about capturing attention, sometimes literally tap-dancing for it, with any ounce of shame overrun by an anxious energy. High-strung, twitchy and tense during a nearly five-minute monologue, Levee seems to sense the window to his dream is closing: Time is running out. Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom is more than Boseman’s performance, sure, with Davis and Colman Domingo going on some delicious tears of their own and Wilson’s words continuing to sear and soar in equal measure. But Boseman’s ownership of the film, an Oscar-worthy snapshot of potential and desire, gives an otherwise lovely and broad tragedy something specific to sing about.—Jacob Oller
4. RayYear: 2004
Director: Taylor Hackford
Stars: Jamie Foxx, Kerry Washington, Regina King, Clifton Powell, Harry Lennix, Bokeem Woodbine
Rating: PG-13
Watch on Netflix
When making a list of biopics, Ray is sure to be near the top. Jamie Foxx portrays the legendary Ray Charles from his early days as a backing pianist on the “chiltin’ circuit” of African-American friendly venues, to his commercial peak in the late 1950s and early ’60s, including the recording of his most notable singles like “I’ve Got a Woman” and “Georgia on My Mind.” But what makes Ray a fantastic adaptation of Charles’ life isn’t just its focus on his musical career, but its brutally honest treatment of the late musician’s heroin addiction, legal troubles and tumultuous relationship with his wife Della Bea Robinson (Kerry Washington). Foxx shines in his most critically lauded role, mastering his imitation of the blind Charles like no one else could.
5. Darkest HourYear: 2017
Director: Joe Wright
Stars: Gary Oldman, Kristin Scott, Lily James, Stephen Dillane, Ronald Pickup, Ben Mendelsohn
Rating: PG-13
Watch on Netflix
Darkest Hour is a film of flummoxed old white men hollering at each other, a perfect foil to (and double-bill alongside) Christopher Nolan’s Dunkirk, both because the two take place at about the same time during the early years of World War II—as Hitler’s world domination began to take shape and an invasion of the UK imminent—and because they are entirely different experiences: Dunkirk is all action, while Joe Wright’s film is all words. And with volume, those words gain weight—sound, in all of its ephemera and exigencies, is just as important to Darkest Hour as it is to Nolan’s visceral spectacle, except Wright’s are the sounds of bureaucracy and urbanity building to a fever pitch, and Nolan’s are the sounds of bodies in motion through time. Rarely has the uncomfortable, marrow-deep scritch of pen to paper bore such portent, except for maybe in Wright’s other period drama, Atonement. Silence erupts from the din of war—in that ebb and flow of Darkest Hour, Gary Oldman’s performance is formidable. Not only is his makeup beyond convincing (and undoubtedly Oscar-worthy), but Oldman understands that the bluster of what’s required of him to overcome the silliness of both his casting and facade must be balanced—countered and, all puns intended, fleshed out—in quiet. The film’s two most striking moments occur in silence: When Churchill allows his secretary (Lily James, impressively reserved) a moment with him to soundlessly ponder her brother’s death at Caille, and when, first addressing the nation on May 19th to tell white lies about the state of the British army and Hitler’s advance, Churchill’s silence is a palpable thing, felt until he breaks it with the onslaught of war propagandism, which Wright only stylizes via an aerial shot of a French battlefield landscape bombed to smithereens transitioning seamlessly into the landscape of a young corpse’s face, Bruno Delbonnel’s camera lingering on a vacant, clouded-over eye. Wright often pulls out to these aerial shots, relieving the audience of the claustrophobia of war bunkers and overly-festooned rooms and smoky halls full of flummoxed old white men with a God’s Eye perspective. This push-and-pull, between loud and quiet, between intimacy and vastness, deepens what could otherwise end up a mealy-mouthed glimpse at a moment too engorged on its own laudatory memorializing. Which is why Darkest Hour transcends its biopic trappings to work, almost despite itself. —Dom Sinacola
6. LovingYear: 2016
Director: Jeff Nichols
Stars: Ruth Negga, Joel Edgerton, Marton Csokas
Rating: PG-13
Watch on Netflix
How well you like Jeff Nichols’ Loving will partially depend on what you look for in courtroom dramas. If you prefer judicial sagas made with potboiling slickness and little else, you’ll probably like Loving less than Nichols likes filming landmark legal proceedings. His film isn’t about the case of Loving v. Virginia as much as its two plaintiffs, Richard Loving (Joel Edgerton) and Mildred Jeter Loving (Ruth Negga), the married couple at the center of the 1967 civil rights victory over the United States’ anti-miscegenation laws. As an effect of Nichols’ focal point, the movie speaks little to no lawyer jargon and takes place almost entirely outside of the court rather than within. So if you’re sick to death of courtroom dramas that insist on pantomime, and if you think those kinds of stories demand more restraint, then you’ll probably dig on Loving. It so studiously avoids the clichés of its genre that it feels fresh, original, a completely new idea based on a very old, very formulaic one. It’s a disciplined, handsome, unfailingly serious screen reproduction of an important real-life moment in the nation’s ongoing fight for civil rights; it’s hitting theaters at a time when we’re still having cultural arguments about who gets to marry; and it’s directed by one of the critical darlings of contemporary cinema. This is the kind of anti-prestige movie critics yearn for, a product stripped away of non-artistic pretensions and ambitions, leaving only the art. —Andy Crump
7. MankYear: 2020
Director: David Fincher
Stars: Gary Oldman, Amanda Seyfried, Lily Collins, Arliss Howard, Tom Pelphrey, Charles Dance
Rating: R
Watch on Netflix
To talk about screenwriter Herman J. Mankiewicz is to talk about Citizen Kane, which is to say it’s to talk about power, money, fulfillment, and success. And if you’re director David Fincher, to make a movie about Mankiewicz is to make a movie like Citizen Kane. A would-be insider epic held up by reference-heavy repartee and painted with all the aesthetics of the revolutionary movie, really this is a movie for Fincher to flex his film history—an earlier, more serious Hail, Caesar! with Orson Welles in the laurels and Mankiewicz on the cross. Netflix’s Mank might not nearly live up to its subject’s crowning achievement, but it’s still a dense and enjoyable cinematic rant that would make its central lout proud. At first, much of the film seems to rest on Gary Oldman’s performance as Mank, the rapscallion whose wit, writing, and refusal to stay sober ingratiated him with and infuriated so many. Possessing the standard writer’s one-two combo of alcoholism and self-loathing, Mank heads towards social and physical self-destruction. Thankfully—since Oldman’s creaky groan and wobble don’t belie much warmth, and his one-liners needed another draft before drawing the kind of (even mean-spirited) adoration the movie tells us they do—the movie quickly becomes the story of the shifting industry and political climate around ‘30s Hollywood during Mank’s time conceptualizing, then writing Citizen Kane. At times self-effacing and others completely self-involved, with an idealistic core and cynical view on Hollywood, Mank is a lot like its sloppy hero—likable enough, but capable of so much more.—Jacob Oller
8. First They Killed My Father Year: 2017
Director: Angelina Jolie
Stars: Sreymoch Sareum, Kompheak Phoeung, Sveng Socheata, Dara Heng, Sothea Khoun
Rating: TV-MA
Watch on Netflix
We may tease or scorn actors for stepping out of the frame to hunker down behind the camera, because for whatever reason we’re only cool with artists when they stay in their lane. Think of Angelina Jolie’s First They Killed My Father as a democratic response, or, if you like, a defiant flip of the bird. It’s fitting that Jolie should be the actor to produce a film this accomplished. Recall the volume of shit shoveled on her for the release of 2014’s Unbroken, her Louis Zamperini biopic, and 2015’s By the Sea, the romantic drama she made with Brad Pitt: These were works met with deserved and undeserved response, both middling at best, but neither could be mistaken for being too vain. Whatever promise was found in her earlier movies is fully realized in First They Killed My Father, a brutal movie with a human heart. Jolie doesn’t gloss over the horrors of the Khmer Rouge. She knows honesty is the best way to face history and honor the dead, but she doesn’t find any nobility in the suffering of Loung Ung’s family as they flee from state-sanctioned genocide. First They Killed My Father’s emphasis falls on Loung, on the violence paraded before her young eyes, Jolie mining tragedy not for a misguided sense of importance but for an experiential scope and for, most of all, empathy. —Andy Crump
9. Come Sunday Year: 2018
Director: Joshua Marston
Stars: Chiwetel Ejiofor, Martin Sheen, Danny Glover, Jason Segel, Condola Rashad, LaKeith Stanfield
Rating: TV-14
Watch on Netflix
In the early 2000s, Bishop Carlton Pearson, a respected Tulsa pastor with a large following, risked heresy by changing his tune, arguing that God wouldn’t send people to hell—even if they didn’t believe in Him. Inspired by a This American Life episode, Come Sunday charts Pearson’s dark night of the soul as he struggles with his conscience and faces the anger of both his superiors and his flock. Chiwetel Ejiofor has portrayed anguish before—most notably in 12 Years a Slave—but the spiritual suffering on display in Come Sunday requires an especially nuanced actor. Neither strident nor blandly pious, Pearson is a man who simply wants to communicate God’s will to the world—except he’s no longer sure if what he’s been raised to believe about God punishing nonbelievers is true. It’s hard to convey something as interior as faith on screen, but Ejiofor does it with heavenly grace. —Tim Grierson
10. The KingYear: 2019
Director: David Michôd
Stars: Timothée Chalamet, Joel Edgerton, Robert Pattinson, Lily-Rose Depp, Sean Harris, Ben Mendelsohn
Rating: R
Watch on Netflix
Heavy is the head that wears the crown, and for Timothée Chalamet’s Henry IV, it proves nearly unbearable. It’s a heaviness that at times pervades the 140-minute film to its detriment. Still, Chalamet’s performance as the young prince “Hal” who must learn to navigate both court and battlefield is mesmerizing to watch, surrounded by a strong cast and cinematography that deserved more time on a big screen. Based partly on Shakespeare’s plays, partly on history and partly on Michôd’s own imagination, the internal conflicts are every bit as elevated as the Battle of Agincourt depicted in The King. Though he prefers peace, he’s manipulated by his advisors into attacking France, his former drinking companion Falstaff (co-writer Joel Edgerton) his now trusted lieutenant. It’s an epic tale of a reluctant king, a political betrayal and a deadly war. —Josh Jackson
11. Roxanne Roxanne Year: 2018
Director: Michael Larnell
Stars: Chanté Adams, Mahershala Ali, Nia Long, Elvis Nolasco, Kevin Phillips, Shenell Edmonds
Rating: TV-MA
Watch on Netflix
The importance of a story like Roxanne Roxanne making it to the big (streaming) screen cannot be understated. Roxanne Shanté, born Lolita Shanté Gooden, started rapping when she was just a child. She was a prodigy, going on to become the best battle rapper in Queens, New York. She would go on to suffer through and survive an abusive relationship with a statutory rapist who she fell in love with, just as her talent was beginning to catch the attention of record producers. Clashes with her mother and her absentee father made her life in the Queensbridge housing projects all the more complicated. I love that Roxanne Roxanne exists. I want everyone to see it (and to become familiar with new talent Chanté Adams as Shanté). But I also know that this could have been a much better work of art. There is plenty to enjoy from writer/director Michael Larnell’s presentation of Roxanne Shanté’s story. The ’80s New York vibe is all the way there, and I can’t be mad at some great moments we get to witness: Roxanne Shanté vs. Sparky D; a shy, young boy in Shanté’s projects, named Nasir, who wants to be a rapper; and an unknown Biz Markie beat boxing for Roxanne when her DJ (Marley Marl) bails on her. But as a whole, the film is missing an emotional pulse that was likely sacrificed in an attempt to emphasize the difficulties that Shanté endured as a young girl. Shanté’s personal and artistic experiences are ultimately hijacked by the men in and around her life, whose failures ultimately dominate her story. This should have been a female-centric narrative, weaving personal experiences with the art of rhymes and battle rapping. Instead, Larnell spends much of the time exploring the impact of men in Shanté’s life (men who steal, rape, take and beat), while, unfortunately, eclipsing her incredible accomplishments. The stories yearning to be told—of motherhood, of struggle, and sisterhood, and friendship and first (highly problematic) love for a girl who doesn’t quite know what good love looks like—are all there on the surface of Larnell’s film. We are desperately in need of more movies concerned with women in rap, women from the projects, women in relationships with men like Cross—and women who refuse to be defined by any one of these things—but we also desperately need the writers and directors who take on the stories of such women to push beyond the surface and give us the excellence we deserve. —Shannon M. Houston
12. The Imitation Game Year: 2014
Director: Morten Tyldum
Stars: Benedict Cumberbatch, Keira Knightley, Matthew Goode, Rory Kinnear, Allen Leech, Charles Dance
Rating: PG-13
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The historical thriller The Imitation Game is precisely the type of film studios love to dangle as Oscar bait. It focuses on a relatively unknown, yet significant, World War II code-cracking project and features a socially awkward genius as its protagonist. It doesn’t hurt that the aforementioned hero and his compatriots are Brits. Noted mathematician and cryptanalyst Alan Turing is often considered the father of modern computer science, but his most consequential work—conducted as a WWII codebreaker—remained largely unknown until the British government declassified related documents in the 1970s. The Imitation Game, with Benedict Cumberbatch as the eccentric Turing, focuses on his wartime tenure at the Government Code and Cypher School in Bletchley Park, located about 50 miles northwest of London. In the confines of the nondescript Quonset Hut 8, Turing leads a team of prototype hackers to decipher Germany’s Enigma machine codes. Their work is said to have shortened the length of the war by several years. Cumberbatch gives an intense performance as the brilliant loner with behavior that registers along the autism spectrum. While he indulges in too much scenery chewing and stammering, Cumberbatch creates a memorable character who is at once fascinating and off-putting. The only person squarely on Turing’s side is Joan Clarke (Keira Knightley), an astute mathematician recruited for the testosterone-heavy team. Knightley shows off a dynamic range as she plays a dutiful daughter, torn between obligations to her parents and her country. Norwegian director Morten Tyldum, known best for 2011’s Headhunters, and scribe Graham Moore keep the tension high, even when the hackers and decoders are conducting tedious work. The supporting actors transcend their one-note characters and capture the audience’s attention. —Christine N. Ziemba
13. The Trial of the Chicago 7Year: 2020
Director: Aaron Sorkin
Stars: Eddie Redmayne, Alex Sharp, Sacha Baron Cohen, Jeremy Strong, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, John Carroll Lynch
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Queen's Jim Beach, Roger Taylor, and Brian May with Rami Malek, Graham King, and Mike Myers at the Golden Globe Awards in 2019 (Photo by Featureflash Photo Agency on Shutterstock)
From the glitz and glamor of the rock ‘n’ roll era to the gritty underground scenes of hip-hop and jazz, music biopics have long been a favorite genre among film enthusiasts. These films not only give us a glimpse into the lives of our favorite musicians but also provide a deeper understanding of the cultural and historical context in which they thrived. This is why today we decided to take a journey through the early days of Vaudeville with Fanny Brice to the streets of Compton with N.W.A. and explore some of the best music biopics ever made, delving into stories that captivated audiences and left an indelible mark on the world of cinema.
Considering how many notable musicians throughout history have had films about their lives, narrowing it down to just seven is no easy task. Especially when you factor in how strongly people feel about biographical pictures, especially when it comes to being nominated at the Oscars. In 2020, Renee Zellweger was awarded for her work portraying Judy Garland in “Judy,” and just last year, Austin Butler was nominated for Best Actor for his work in “Elvis.” However, a poll done surveying people about the big award show back in 2022 showed many people felt that the Aretha Franklin biopic “Respect,” starring Jennifer Hudson, was specifically snubbed for a chance at the iconic golden statue. The Oscars have also snubbed “Get On Up,” the James Brown biopic starring the late Chadwick Boseman. However, anyone who’s seen the films can agree they feature one-in-a-lifetime performances that truly exceed any statute reward.
But why are people so passionate about music biopics? Music biopics have a unique ability to resonate with people on a deep level. One reason for this is the power of music itself. Music has a way of evoking emotions and connecting with our own personal experiences, and when we see the story of a musician unfold on the big screen, it becomes a window into their world and their creative process. Moreover, music biopics often delve into the personal struggles and triumphs of these artists, shedding light on the human side of their larger-than-life personas. This vulnerability and relatability allow audiences to empathize with their journey and find inspiration in their resilience.
There’s no greater example of the journeys described above than the films on this list. The seven movies that made the ranking are all epic tales of self-discovery and the importance of music in one’s life. As always, we at StudyFinds have researched across eight expert sources to bring you today’s list of the top seven best music biopics of all time. Of course, everything is subjective, and you may not share the same opinion, which is why we would love to hear from you in the comments below. Now, onto the list!
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The List: Best Music Biopics That Fans Recommend
1. “Funny Girl” (1968)
Yeah, the guy said, “Honey, you’re a funny girl!” And no girl was funnier than Ms. Fanny Brice. From her days in the Ziegfeld Follies to portraying the loveable but annoying Snooks, Fanny Brice set a tone for all comedians to come. August Man describes this film as a “masterpiece,” starring none other than Barbra Streisand in an Oscar-winning performanceas the Jewish icon.
Though it’s difficult to imagine, according to The Guardian, this was Streisand’s on-screen debut. She plays the pre-war singer and comic star with such chutzpah that she transforms Brice’s silliness into an amazing and distinctive character. Her songs, particularly “Don’t Rain on My Parade,” are obvious hits, as she exudes brilliance, femininity, Jewish identity, sensuality, and vulnerability all in one performance.
“Funny Girl,” which centers on Brice’s career and relationship with gambler and con man Nicky Arnstein (played by Omar Sharif), was inspired by the Broadway musical of the same name, reports Forbes. The movie musical became the highest-grossing film of 1968, and in 2022, Beanie Feldstein made her Broadway debut in a revival of the iconic play.
2. “Elvis” (1979)
Next up is “Elvis.” Though Austin Butler’s take as the King of Rock’ N Roll is fresh in people’s minds, it is Kurt Russell’s take from the 1979 film that proved to be a standout. GQ notes that “one major point of difference” between this movie and Baz Luhrmann’s most recent creation is that the former concentrates on the subject’s early years and ends in 1970, just as his health begins to worsen, rather than following him from birth to death. This enables filmmaker John Carpenter to highlight the importance of his mother and Colonel Tom Parker’s ties and highlight the impact these individuals had on the King.
Since the King’s untimely death in 1977, a number of Elvis Presley biopics have been produced, but this made-for-TV film, directed by John Carpenter, is still “one to beat,” raves Rolling Stone. Russell lip-synced to country music musician Ronnie McDowell’s voice instead of singing for the movie, but his performance scenes nonetheless capture a great deal of the intensity and visceral thrill of Presley’s onstage presence.
The film follows him from his early years, when Shelley Winters played his mother, Gladys, to his celebrity years, when Pat Hingle played Colonel Tom Parker. Russell delivers a powerful yet delicate performance that is unforgettable as an Elvis impersonator. Just three years after Presley passed away, Russell’s brilliant and entertaining rendition effectively started the worldwide fad of Elvis imitation, which is still practiced today in pubs, clubs, and hen parties all over the world, but mostly “without Russell’s skills,” jokes The Guardian.
3. “Ray” (2004)
The next biopic to make the list is 2004’s “Ray.” Written, produced, and directed by Taylor Hackford, this movie “focuses on 30 years in the life of pioneering soul music/R&B icon Ray Charles,” writes U Discover Music. It follows the trajectory of Charles’s career from his early club days to his crossover success with Atlantic Records, his commercial downfall in the 1970s, and his incredible return, which earned him a Grammy for his work with Chaka Khan.
Jamie Foxx, who earned an Oscar for his captivating portrayal of American musician Ray Charles in this movie, is at his best ever. The narrative traces his modest beginnings in Florida, where he studied piano instruction before experiencing the twin traumas of his brother’s murder and total blindness. It also depicts the background of his relationships and his involvement in the civil rights struggle as his career soars. “Amongst many other things, Ray is cold hard proof that ‘Georgia on my Mind’ is one of the greatest songs ever written,” adds GQ.
Foxx portrays Charles with a brilliant performance, perfectly capturing his eccentricities and physical gestures, particularly his rolling walk, which is a cross between a star’s swagger and a blind man’s cautiousness. Charles is seen experimenting with a variety of musical genres, including blues, country, R&B, rock ‘n’ roll, and, most importantly, gospel. The Guardian claims that the entire film is, in a sense, “evangelizing for Ray Charles.”
4. “Coal Miner’s Daughter” (1980)
Once upon a time, a woman named Loretta Lynn was born to a coal miner in Butcher Holler. She would make history and personally pick one Sissy Spacek to play her in this biopic. Which, according to U Discover Music, was arguably a “career-best performance.” “Coal Miner’s Daughter,” which is based on Lynn’s autobiography and also stars Levon Helm and Tommy Lee Jones, chronicles the story of the iconic singer from her impoverished upbringing to her rise to fame.
“Coal Miner’s Daughter,” which takes its name from a song and album that Lynn released, features an Oscar-winning performance by Spacek as the country artist, mentions Forbes. Spacek’s portrayal of Lynn is considered one of the most authentic and compelling performances in the history of biographical films. Her dedication to the role and her ability to capture Lynn’s essence on-screen earned her critical acclaim, among other accolades.
Even though Lynn is shown singing nonstop throughout the film, Sift Pop reviewers were shocked with how much the film focuses on her background before jumping into her music career. A large part of the film particularly centers on how she meets and marries her husband. The fact that Beverley D’Angelo (as Patsy Cline) and Spacek both sang the lead roles is remarkable. According to Sift Pop, seeing how Lynn’s life changes from the first scene to the last scene is “striking” and a fantastic way to visually wrap up the movie.
5. “Straight Outta Compton” (2015)
The official history of the hip-hop pioneers, “Straight Outta Compton,” was produced by the band’s remaining members. The film delves deeply into the internal conflicts, the Faustian deals, and the touring excesses that contributed to the N.W.A.’s explosive nature, but the performance scenes are especially intense. The trio rediscovers its “lightning-in-a-bottle vibrancy,” states Rolling Stone, and from Eazy-E discovering his voice in the studio to them being jailed for singing in Detroit, the film captures the raw energy and passion of N.W.A.
This biopic “pulls few punches” and tries to be realistic, “at least from the group’s perspective,” notes U Discover Music. “Straight Outta Compton” was a captivating film that won several accolades, including the Oscar for Best Original Screenplay. It also served as the inspiration for Dr. Dre’s highly successful solo album “Compton.” The film not only showcased the rise to stardom of N.W.A, but it also shed light on the systemic racism and police brutality that the group faced. The raw and authentic portrayal of their experiences resonated with audiences worldwide, sparking important conversations about racial inequality and the power of music as a form of protest.
Through their sharing of their experiences in Compton, California, Ice Cube (O’Shea Jackson Jr.), Dr. Dre (Corey Hawkins), Eazy-E (Jason Mitchell), and the rest of the group became the voices of a generation. “Straight Outta Compton” also showed how much controversy the group caused along their journey. In the parts of Cube and Dre, Jackson and Hawkins are excellent. Eazy is not as well-known as those two, even if those of us born in the 1990s are familiar, but “Mitchell is just as good as — if not better than — than his co-stars,” adds Sift Pop, delivering what may be the most poignant performance.
6. “Walk The Line” (2005)
The next biopic we are going to discuss is about the man in black himself. The man who, over the course of his almost five-decade career, sold 90 million albums worldwide, was inducted into the Gospel, Country, and Rock and Roll Halls of Fame, and will indubitably continue to rank among the all-time greatest musicians in sales, mentions Collider. That’s right, it’s time to talk about Johnny Cash and the hit film “Walk The Line.”
The Johnny Cash biopic was one of the most popular and much-awaited movies of 2005, and it did not disappoint. “Walk The Line,” which is based on two separate autobiographies written by the renowned singer-songwriter, explores the highs and lows of Cash’s life, from his musical career and romance with June Carter to his struggles with drugs and alcohol and his legendary shows at America’s infamous Folsom Prison. The film featured “electrifying performances by Joaquin Phoenix as Cash and Reese Witherspoon as June Carter,” raves U Discover Music.
Because it centers on Cash’s artistic and personal connection with June Carter and expertly portrays both parts, James Mangold’s biopic made this ranking. Reese Witherspoon and Joaquin Phoenix make an unusual romantic duo in any case— “he brooding and self-serious, she bright and energetic,” according to Rolling Stone — but their opposites-attract chemistry explains their tense relationship off-screen and their lighthearted duets on stage, where they both perform brilliantly.
7. “Bohemian Rhapsody” (2018)
“Ay-Oh!” Come on, now you say it. That’s right, the next and final pick on our list is the biopic of the legendary band Queen, “Bohemian Rhapsody.” The film follows the incredible journey of Freddie Mercury, “brilliantly” portrayed by Malek, writes August Man, as he teams up with Brian May, Roger Taylor, and James Deacon to create one of the most influential bands in history.
The Queen biopic was one of the biggest releases of 2018, dominated the box office, and ended the year with the highest-grossing title ever for a music biopic. On the other hand, it was also a critical and commercial phenomenon, winning several accolades, most notably the coveted Best Actor Oscar for Rami Malek’s “magnificent portrayal of Freddie Mercury,” reports U Discover Music.
The film mainly focuses on Mercury’s journey from his humble beginnings to the height of his rockstar fame in Queen. Unfortunately, in 1991, “the band and fans worldwide took a heartbreaking blow when Mercury sadly died from AIDS-related compilations,” adds Collider. However, his music and contributions live on today, and this film proves to be no greater testament to his impact.
Sources:
The Guardian
Forbes
August Man
Rolling Stone
U Discover Music
Sift Pop
Collider
GQ
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Last Word on Hockey’s Puck Drop Previews are back for the 2023-24 season! As the regular season approaches, Last Word will preview each team’s current outlook and stories to watch for the upcoming year. We’ll also do our best to project how things will go for each team throughout the campaign. Today, we’re previewing the 2023-24 St Louis Blues.
2023-24 St Louis Blues
2022-23 Season
It was a mixed bag for the St. Louis Blues last season and that resulted in somewhat of a clear-out. The Blues realized that time was running out on their contending window and made some trades. Ryan O’Reilly and Vladimir Tarasenko were both in contract years, so general manager Doug Armstrong traded them both. Those deals saved the Blues from letting both players walk away for nothing. This was only the second time since 2011-12 that the Blues missed out on the Stanley Cup playoffs.
However, it wasn’t all bad as Robert Thomas and Jordan Kyrou got new contracts. Armstrong also got first-round picks for Tarasenko and O’Reilly. It took some guts for Armstrong to give up on the season, but he did so and got some good returns. Despite this, some of the Blues current predicament is on Armstrong for handing out some hefty deals.
2022-23 Off-season
The Blues did make a deal to get Kevin Hayes from the Philadelphia Flyers in hopes he can find his game again. Depth forwards MacKenzie MacEachern and Oskar Sundqvist are also off-season additions. Malcolm Subban comes over from the Buffalo Sabres as cover for Jordan Binnington.
St. Louis did lose some players like Thomas Greiss to retirement. Forwards Tyler Pitlick, Logan Brown, Matthew Highmore and Josh Leivo have all moved on as well. Defenceman Steven Santini and Dmitri Samorukov have also departed from the club.
Projected Lineup
Forwards
Pavel Buchnevich-Robert Thomas-Jordan Kyrou
Brandon Saad–Brayden Schenn–Kasperi Kapanen
Jake Neighbours-Kevin Hayes-Jakub Vrana
Alexei Toropchenko -Oskar Sundqvist-Sammy Blais
Extras: Mackenzie MacEachern, Nathan Walker, Zach Dean, Nikita Alexandrov
Top Six
Thomas and Kyrou are going to need to put up some massive point totals to give the Blues a shot at making the post-season. St Louis will go as far as Thomas and Kyrou will push them. Buchnevich is a stable veteran and can put in the goals when needed. However, the main problem is the Russian’s injury history. A healthy Buchnevich will give the Blues a chance to stay in games. His shooting percentage has been over 17 percent since the trade with the New York Rangers a few seasons ago.
Schenn was recently named the team’s captain for the upcoming season. He provided stability in the lineup and got his second season with 65 or more points. Schenn was also pretty durable and played in all 82 games last season. Saad has also taken up a leadership role and been a solid veteran with the club. The veteran forward can also be called up to get himself 20 goals in most campaigns. Kapanen and Vrana did find some chemistry together when both came over at the deadline. Could that mean they get put on the same line at some point in the campaign?
Bottom Six
Kapanen and Hayes both seem to be reclamation projects at this point. However, Kapanen’s aforementioned cohesiveness with Vrana gives him some positive mojo going into this season. Kapanen may be able to gain back some of the confidence in his game that he lost with Detroit and Pittsburgh. Hayes can still be a decent two-way centre that can score goals and throw his weight around. However, Hayes seemingly struggled at the end of his tenure with the Flyers. Neighbours has showed some promise, but has yet to play more than 43 games in a season with the big club.
Sundqvist and Blais are both back with the club after being with other teams. Both are known for being able to throw their bodies around and play decent on defence. Toropchenko got double-digit goals in what was his first extended action with the big club.
Dean likely spends time in the AHL to get some more seasoning. Alexandrov also some tantalizing potential as well. Walker and MacEachern should see some playing time.
Defence
Nick Leddy–Colton Parayko
Torey Krug–Justin Faulk
Marco Scandella–Robert Bortuzzo
Extra: Calle Rosen, Scott Perunovich
Top Four
On paper, the Blues have a solid top four. However, games aren’t played on paper. St Louis struggled mightily in its own ended of the ice. This unit seems to be missing Alex Pietrangelo on the back end. Pietrangelo won himself a Stanley Cup with the Vegas Golden Knights while this group is trying to find its identity. Armstrong may also be missing Vince Dunn, who is doing well with the Seattle Kraken.
The Blues penalty kill struggled and were third-worst in the league at 72.4 percent. St Louis also struggled on 5-on-5 play and the top four looked like shells of their big-money selves. This group should be performing better, but hasn’t been as good as advertised. There were even some rumours of one more of these defenders being moved.
Injuries having seemingly hurt Parayko and Krug, but both are still good blueliners. Krug was seemingly the answer to replace Pietrangelo, but that seemed to be a bit of a reach. Faulk did have a career-best 50 points last season and Leddy has pretty good offensive instincts. These players are still talented and can still rebound. If healthy, they can give St. Louis a shot at a bounce-back campaign.
The Bottom Pair
Bortuzzo and Scandella seem to be your prototypical bottom pair. They won’t get as much as the top four, but will be needed to pitch in. These two are a little more defence-minded than the top four. Rosen will likely get some minutes and lend a hand. Will Perunovich finally break through and earn that coveted roster spot? He’s played well in the pre-season, but may have to start in the AHL.
Goalies
Jordan Binnington
Joel Hofer
It seems that the Blues go as Binnington does. One night Binnington looks like the goalie that helped carry them to the 2019 Stanley Cup. On other nights, he looks like his emotions get the better of him. There were some highlights where Binnington shut down the high-powered Rangers. However, there were some incidents involving the Minnesota Wild last season. Head coach Craig Berube has expressed frustration with his top goalie at times. However, Binnington can be a productive netminder if he’s in the right head space.
Hofer played well in AHL Springfield and netted a .921 save percentage while going 25-15-5. He got the call into the show, which got parlayed into a spot on Team Canada at the IIHF World Championships. Any dip in form could see Hofer steal playing time from Binnington this season. Hofer is still only 25 years old and can push Binnington.
Players to Watch
Jordan Binnington
Can the fiery goalie contain his emotions and play like the Cup-winning goalie that was? Binnington had to start a career-high 60 games and that can wear on a goalie. Greiss struggled as a backup last season, which put more on Binnington’s plate. If Hofer can take some of the work load off Binnington’s shoulders, he could be more productive. However, the jury is still out if Binnington is worth that massive contract he got.
Colton Parayko
Parayko is a great mix of size and speed with many people singing his praises. However, it was an off year for him in 2022-23. He’s got a huge contract to live up to and eyes are on him. Parayko does have the tools to turn things around and can be an asset to St. Louis.
Scott Perunovich
Is the time now for the young defender? He was great in college with the University of Minnesota-Duluth and won the Hobey Baker Award. However, will he get the minutes to earn himself a roster spot. Krug is out injured for the pre-season, but should be ready to go for the opener. If St. Louis slides down the standings and sells, will the Minnesota native finally get featured?
Prediction
This team can still make the post-season, but how far can it go? It all depends on the defence and the misfit forwards bouncing back. Players like Hayes and Vrana know there may not be lots of opportunities left if they don’t start strong.
Berube may also be coaching on borrowed time. A slow start could doom him to the unemployment line despite him coaxing what he can out of this group. The Blues will get the sixth spot in the Central Division and just miss out on the post-season.
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The release, translated into English via Google Translate, reads:
Forward Colin Fraser terminated with immediate effect his career as a professional hockey for personal reasons. The 30-year-old Canadian has informed the sporting management of Thomas Sabo Ice Tigers last Monday of its decision.
“Colin has decided after long reflection to end his career. It is a decision that we respect, of course. For us this is very unfortunate, because Colin has given for us in every game all. We would like to thank him for his great commitment and wish him and his family all the very best for the future, “said Ice-Tigers sports director Martin Jiranek.
Colin Fraser: “My decision was purely personal reasons. I want to emphasize once again that my family and I have felt in Nuremberg and at the Ice Tigers very well and both city and organization will always keep good memories.”
Most importantly, here’s to hoping that the personal reasons that have precipitated a mid-season retirement are not severe, and that everything is fine with him and his family.
In his playing career, Fraser was the epitome of a team-first player, and littered his career with championship achievements. He won a gold medal as part of Canada’s star-studded 2005 World Junior Championship team and was a 2010, 2012 and 2014 Stanley Cup champion, though he didn’t play with the Kings after a February, 2014 assignment to AHL-Manchester (he did return for the playoffs and traveled, but did not get into a game). During his junior hockey career with WHL-Red Deer, he was named the WHL and CHL Humanitarian of the Year for his community work in the 2004-05 season.
His final NHL game was a 4-3 loss to Anaheim on January 2, his only game with the St. Louis Blues last season. Fraser had signed with DEL-Nürnberg over the off-season.
Darryl Sutter reflected on several of his Colin Fraser memories after Wednesday’s practice.
“…Probably the one that everybody should remember would be he was on the ice for the last shift when they won the Stanley Cup, and he was the first guy, I think, who jumped Jonathan Quick,” he said. “He scored a big goal in that series, too, going into New Jersey – the goal on Brodeur from the slot.”
Said Trevor Lewis: “He was awesome. He was always keeping the room loose and telling jokes. He was a great team guy. He knew his role, he did his role, and he was great at it.”
That, of course, was representative of a fully balanced 2011-12 Kings team that brought the Stanley Cup to Los Angeles for the first time in franchise history. Simon Gagne, another 2012 Cup winner, was honored Tuesday night by the Flyers.
“I think everyone kind of knew their role and accepted it, and everyone did a good job at it,” Lewis said of the 2011-12 team. “I think once you accept that role and you take it on and you take pride in it, and I think that’s what we did then.”
Of the 24 members of the 2011-12 team whose names were engraved on the Stanley Cup, 11 currently play for the Kings, six play for other NHL teams, two play for teams outside of the NHL, and five are out of hockey.
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We’re into August, well and truly the dead zone of the NHL offseason. While we occasionally do see a major roster move or two this late into the summer, it’s just as often the case that all the big headlines are done until we get close to camp.
So if the 2024 offseason is over, what was your favorite blockbuster? Was it the Mitch Marner trade that finally blew up the Leafs’ underachieving core? Or maybe big moves involving Martin Necas or Nikolaj Ehlers? Are you going with one of those culture-changing shakeups that the Rangers promised? Or maybe it was when the Ducks finally pulled the trigger on the long-rumored Trevor Zegras deal.
Oh … right.
None of those deals happened. At least not yet, and in some cases, pretty clearly not anytime soon. The summer hasn’t been a total letdown, with some legitimately big moves involving names like Jacob Markstrom, Mikhail Sergachev, Linus Ullmark and Pierre-Luc Dubois.
This sounds like a good excuse to make up another award.
We like to do that around here, having already kept the engravers busy with the Carson Trophy (for best sophomore) and the Bourque Trophy (for best final season). Today, let’s honor the greatest GM to ever pick up a phone and swindle an overmatched colleague. I present to you the Sam Pollock Award, for best trade of the year.
We’ll do this by season, which we’ll define as starting with the offseason and carrying through to the trade deadline. We want a trade as influential and important as possible, and we are of course using the full benefit of hindsight to get there. We’ll consider all kinds of deals but will lean heavily toward actual hockey trades in which both sides are trying to improve. The bigger the names involved the better. And while seeing lots of players on either side can be fun, we’ll also try to show some love to old-fashioned one-for-one.
We’ll cover off the cap era. That gives us 19 seasons to get through, meaning we’ll engrave 38 names on the trophy. (Yes, each GM gets to be a co-winner, if only because it will be fun to imagine some guy who got ripped off awkwardly having to accept the trophy with the guy who robbed him.)
It’s Slow News Summer, let’s argue about an award that doesn’t exist.
2005-06
Candidates: The post-lockout chaos was fertile ground for creative GMs, and we saw some big moves like the Dany Heatley-for-Marian Hossa trade. Deadline deals for Mark Recchi and Dwayne Roloson helped shape the Stanley Cup Final matchup, while the offseason move that sent Chris Pronger from St. Louis to Edmonton was the strong favorite for the Pollock throughout the summer. But in the end, this one isn’t too tough of a pick.
But the winner is: The Bruins sending Joe Thornton to the Sharks for Marco Sturm, Brad Stuart and Wayne Primeau, which to this day remains the only trade in NHL history to see a player moved in the middle of an MVP season. Congratulations to Doug Wilson and Mike O’Connell on the win, and let’s all look forward to Boston fans showing up in the comments explaining how trading away a future Hall of Famer for Sturm was good, actually.
2006-07
Candidates: It’s possible the most memorable deal was the deadline trade that sent a sobbing Ryan Smyth from the Oilers to the Islanders. Peter Forsberg went from Philadelphia to Nashville, which is a very weird sentence to write. And for the second straight year, Chris Pronger just misses, despite the deal that sent him from Edmonton to Anaheim leading directly to a Ducks championship.
But the winner is: The offseason blockbuster that saw the Panthers send Roberto Luongo to Vancouver in a five-player deal that included power forward Todd Bertuzzi. Luongo went on to win 252 games for the Canucks in over a decade’s work before returning to Florida at the end of his career. Congratulations to Dave Nonis and Mike Keenan on the Pollock win.
2007-08
Candidates: This was a weird season that saw GMs pretty much take the year off until the trade deadline. But they eventually woke up, giving us one of the better deadline days in memory, featuring names like Sergei Fedorov, Adam Foote, Brian Campbell and a five-player blockbuster involving Brad Richards and Mike Smith.
But the winner is: As much as I don’t want this to be an award for rentals, I don’t think we can avoid the Marian Hossa blockbuster that sent him from Atlanta to Pittsburgh. Ray Shero and Don Waddell, come get your Pollock.
2008-09
Candidates: This is another season that didn’t see much action until deadline time, although the deal that sent Dan Boyle from Tampa to San Jose is at least worth a mention. The deadline saw deals for names like Bill Guerin, Mark Recchi and Justin William. Oh, and also Olaf Kolzig, sort of.
But the winner is: For the first time, we get to really lean into our ability to use hindsight, as we award this year’s trophy to the deadline deal that saw Ryan Whitney go from Pittsburgh to Anaheim for Chris Kunitz. It didn’t make major headlines at the time, but it ended up being a key piece of three Penguins titles. Bob Murray wins his first Pollock, while Shero becomes our first two-time winner.
2009-10
Candidates: The deadline is a dud, but that’s OK because the GMs have been busy in the months before. Brian Burke makes a strong play for the trophy, pulling off deals for both Phil Kessel and Dion Phaneuf. The Devils get Ilya Kovalchuk in a blockbuster with the Thrashers, although that eventually gets overshadowed by the massive extension they give him. And of course, the Canadiens made the Scott Gomez trade that worked out great.
But the winner is: Call it a lifetime achievement award, but after two near-misses we’re finally going to give the trophy to a Chris Pronger trade. Paul Holmgren and the Flyers get him from back-to-back winner Bob Murray and the Ducks, and it sends them directly to the Stanley Cup Final.
2010-11
Candidates: Barely any, as a very slow year leads to the worst deadline in recent memory. The Hawks send a young Dustin Byfuglien to the Thrashers, the Bruins add a few guys at the deadline (and give up Blake Wheeler in the process), and the Blues and Avalanche at least make a decent hockey trade.
But the winner is: In the Sam Pollock Trophy equivalent of Jose Theodore’s Hart or Jim Carey’s Vezina, the 2011 award again goes to Shero, along with Joe Nieuwendyk, for the James-Neal-for-Alex-Goligoski trade. Next!
2011-12
Candidates: That’s a bit more like it, as we get Brent Burns going from Minnesota to San Jose and Semyon Varlamov heading to the Capitals from the Avalanche. And there’s a strange one featuring Mike Cammalleri.
We also get two genuinely shocking deals on the same day in the offseason, as the Flyers tear their core apart by trading Jeff Carter and Mike Richards in separate moves. The deals leave the hockey world stunned, although in hindsight both work out well. Please don’t ask how they spent all that cap space they saved.
But the winner is: It’s the Carter trade, but not the one involving the Flyers. Instead, we have to go with the Blue Jackets sending a disgruntled Carter to the Kings, where he ends up being the final piece of the franchise’s first Stanley Cup win. Congratulations to Scott Howson and Dean Lombardi, one of whom probably remembers the deal more fondly than the other.
2012-13
Candidates: It’s a lockout-shortened year, but GMs are busy pulling off deals involving big names like Sergei Bobrovsky, Jordan Staal, Rick Nash and Jay Bouwmeester. The Lightning get an unproven Ben Bishop, while the Flames finally pull the trigger on a Jarome Iginla trade several years too late. And even Jaromir Jagr shows up, as he gets dealt from one of those teams you don’t really remember him playing for to another team you don’t really remember him playing for.
But the winner is: This was the year of the big Blue Jackets trade, and I’m going with the late-breaking deadline deal that saw them acquire Marian Gaborik from the Rangers. It was a big trade, featuring six players and a pick. More importantly, it signaled the Blue Jackets weren’t content to be a farm system for the rest of the league after recently sending away Nash and Carter.
Put it this way: When your trade is getting explainer pieces from New York Magazine, you know it’s a big move. Unfortunately, Howson can’t claim two-time-winner status, as he’d been fired a few weeks earlier. Instead, Jarmo Kekäläinen and Glen Sather share the 2013 trophy.
2013-14
Candidates: We’ve got some strong candidates this year, including Martin St. Louis going to the Rangers and Ryan Miller to the Blues. Thomas Vanek is traded twice, and the Kings make another Cup-winning deal with the Blue Jackets, this time for Gaborik. And the Canucks pull off a pair of goaltending blockbusters, sending Cory Schneider to the Devils at the draft and then Roberto Luongo to the Panthers at the deadline.
But the winner is: The Bruins and Stars pull off a seven-player blockbuster built around Tyler Seguin and Loui Eriksson. Lots of teams have out-thought themselves into trading young players in deals they’d come to regret. But not many have proudly published behind-the-scenes footage of the pre-trade discussions. Congrats to Jim Nill and Peter Chiarelli.
Side note: In case you were wondering, I haven’t decided what the actual trophy looks like, but I feel like these two guys capture the general vibe.
2014-15
Candidates: After a couple of busy years, GMs take it easy this time around, mostly settling for mid-tier deals involving names like Jason Spezza, Keith Yandle, Ryan Kesler and Nick Leddy. And I’m not sure there was a more surprising trade than this one.
But the winner is: A genuinely creative blockbuster between the Sabres and Jets that sees seven players and a first-round pick swapped. The big names are Tyler Myers and Evander Kane, the latter of which is interesting because he’s hurt at the time and won’t play that season. That’s just fine for the Sabres, who are trying to tank for Connor McDavid. Come to think of it, those two probably would look good together.
Our Pollock Trophy winners this year are Kevin Cheveldayoff and Tim Murray. Can’t wait to hear his acceptance speech.
2015-16
Candidates: The 2015 draft is all sorts of fun, as the Sabres get Ryan O’Reilly from Colorado, the Flames get Dougie Hamilton from Boston, and the Islanders somehow get two high picks from Edmonton for Griffin Reinhart. We even get one last Chris Pronger deal, as his contract goes to Arizona. And a few days later, the Leafs send Kessel to Pittsburgh in a deal I called the decade’s best win-for-both-sides move. The deadline is a letdown, though, with Eric Staal being the biggest name moved.
But the winner is: We said we’d be looking for a classic one-for-one deal, and we get one of the best in January when the Blue Jackets and Predators swap Ryan Johansen for Seth Jones. Nothing fancy, nothing complicated, just two young stars being dealt for each other (and then bumping into each other at the airport, which was a nice touch). Congratulations to Kekäläinen on joining Shero and Murray in the multi-time winner club, as he shares the trophy with David Poile.
2016-17
Candidates: The Leafs get Freddie Andersen for picks that become John Gibson and Rickard Rakell, the Senators cough up a young Mike Zibanejad to the Rangers, and Jarome Iginla goes to chase his last chance at a Cup in Los Angeles, in what turns out to be a legitimate bummer of a trade when the Kings miss the playoffs.
But of course, none of that is in the running because of a question: Where were you on June 29, 2016, when the NHL’s transaction wire went completely nuts for 23 minutes? We got two mega-deals that day, with the Taylor-Hall-for-Adam-Larsson trade followed immediately by Shea Weber for PK Subban. The trades were one-for-one.
But the winner is: Either of those deals would win in a walk most years, but we have to pick one. I’m going with Weber for Subban since it featured a Norris winner being traded for what we now know was a future Hall of Famer. That makes Poile a back-to-back winner, as he shares the trophy with Marc Bergevin.
2017-18
Candidates: At first I figured this would be the Golden Knights’ trophy to lose thanks to their expansion wrangling, but that ended up being more about quantity than quality (especially since Jonathan Marchessault, Marc-Andre Fleury and William Karlsson were ultimately drafted, not directly traded for). We get another Rick Nash trade, this time to Boston, and a Matt Duchene deal to Ottawa that ends up being even bigger than it felt at the time. And in hindsight, the Lightning getting both Ryan McDonagh and J.T. Miller from the Rangers stands out.
But the winner is: The 2018 trophy goes to the Artemi Panarin trade, as the Hawks sent the star winger to Columbus in a deal for Brandon Saad. While it’s easy to forget now, at the time this felt like at least a reasonable gamble for the Blackhawks, even as it turned out to be a disaster. The trophy goes to Stan Bowman, along with three-time winner Kekäläinen.
2018-19
Candidates: We’ve got a ton to choose from, including a pair of Senators blockbusters that see them deal away Erik Karlsson and Mark Stone. There are big moves involving names like Jeff Skinner, Max Pacioretty and Brandon Montour. And you don’t see many five-player deals bigger than the one that saw Dougie Hamilton, Adam Fox and Micheal Ferland go to Carolina for Noah Hanifin and Elias Lindholm.
But the winner is: I really thought it would be the Karlsson trade, especially when the first-round pick ended up being Tim Stützle. But with the benefits of hindsight, I’m not sure there was a bigger move than the Sabres sending O’Reilly to the Blues, where he immediately won the Selke and the Conn Smythe. That was a blockbuster at the time, but it’s only looking bigger a few years later now that Tage Thompson has emerged as a star in Buffalo. That means Doug Armstrong and Jason Botterill get the honors.
2019-20
Candidates: Some familiar names reappear this year, including Subban going to New Jersey, Miller going to Vancouver and Hall heading to Arizona. We also see Jacob Trouba go to the Rangers and future Stanley Cup Final hero Nazem Kadri head to Colorado.
But the winner is: While Trouba was a bigger deal at the time, our hindsight clause allows us to instead go with a different Rangers blue-line move. That would be the one that saw Carolina send an unsigned Fox to New York for two high picks. That means the trophy goes to Jeff Gorton and Waddell, who becomes the first GM to win it twice with different teams.
2020-21
Candidates: Not many, as the COVID-19-shortened season plays havoc with the rhythms of the offseason and midseason markets. Even the deadline is a bit of a dud, although we do get some decent names like Taylor Hall, Anthony Mantha and Jeff Carter on the move.
But the winner is: I gave some consideration to the Avalanche getting Devon Toews. But I think the winner here has to be the Patrik Laine/Pierre-Luc Dubois swap, a genuine blockbuster that had everyone around the league talking. Even as the deal didn’t really work out for either team, it’s not often you see a pair of top-three picks from the same draft year flipped for each other just a few years later. That makes it a second Pollock win for Cheveldayoff and a record fourth for Kekäläinen.
2021-22
Candidates: Our GM pals get busy again, although most of this year’s trades are salary-based moves under the new flat cap reality. Some of those are still fun, including moves involving Duncan Keith and Marc-Andre Fleury. The Panthers get Sam Reinhart from the Sabres, which turns out to be important in a few years. The deadline features some big names like Claude Giroux, Hampus Lindholm and Fleury again. And in what can only be described as an act of pure gluttony, Kekäläinen makes a bid for a fifth Pollock by dumping Seth Jones on the Blackhawks.
But the winner is: There isn’t too much debate this year, as the award goes to Kevyn Adams and Kelly McCrimmon for the Jack Eichel blockbuster. It was meant to be the move that was the final piece for a championship-caliber Vegas team while setting up the Sabres for a brighter future, and it certainly accomplished one of those things.
2022-23
Candidates: The offseason features moves for guys like Brent Burns, Alex DeBrincat and Kirby Dach; the Islanders’ midseason move for Bo Horvat is a big one; and the deadline includes names like Patrick Kane, Mattias Ekholm, Jonathan Quick (twice) and Timo Meier.
But the winner is: I’m not actually sure how the voting works in our fictional world where the Pollock exists, but I’m pretty confident this year’s winner is unanimous. The trophy goes to Bill Zito and Brad Treliving for the Matthew Tkachuk trade, the rare blockbuster that was a genuine jaw-dropper at the time and only looms larger in hindsight.
2023-24
Candidates: And that takes us to our most recent award. We get some star players making a return to contention thanks to offseason trades involving Dubois, DeBrincat and Karlsson, plus a fun deadline that includes deals for Jake Guentzel, Elias Lindholm and Noah Hanifin.
But the winner is: I think we go with the deadline deal that sent Tomas Hertl to Vegas, if only because it was the rare blockbuster these days that seemed to come out of nowhere. The era of insiders and social media rumor mills has been fun in its own way, but it was nice to be legitimately blindsided by a major move. McCrimmon gets his second Pollock, while Mike Grier gets his first.
And that’s it for the history of our latest made-up award. If we learned anything, I think it’s that we may have underappreciated the front-office career of Jarmo Kekäläinen, who pulls off enough big trades to win the Pollock four times. Other multi-time winners include Ray Shero, Bob Murray, Don Waddell, Kelly McCrimmon, Kevin Cheveldayoff and David Poile.
Who’s the front-runner for the 2025 trophy? It’s hard to say, but we’ve still got 11 months to go. If history is any indication, that’s enough time for a blockbuster or two, a few surprises, a busy deadline, and three more Pierre-Luc Dubois trades. Get busy, NHL GMs, there’s now a fake trophy on the line.
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Position F
Height 6-2
Weight 195
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2010-11 (Junior) Recipient of the prestigious Mike and Marian Ilitch Humanitarian Award from the CCHA ... also a Hockey Humanitarian Academic All-Big Ten selection ... Appeared in 29 goames with a goal and a pair of assists ... Opened the season with a point in three straight games ... Scored his first goal of the season against Alaska (10/22), the lone goal in a 1-1 tie with the Nanooks ... Recorded a career-best three blocked shots at Western Michigan (11/6) ... Had three blocks in the 5-2 victory at Minnesota (11/26). 2009-10 (Sophomore): Appeared in 26 games for the Spartans ... Tallied a pair of goals and seven assists for nine points ... Skated 11 games on MSU[apos]s 'Blood Line' with Dean Chelios and Brett Perlini. All three players[apos] fathers skated in the NHL ... Finished a +6 on the season ... Recorded his first points of the year at the Great Lakes Invitational, turning in a five-point weekend ... Had a goal and two assists (+3) against Michigan Tech (12/29)... Had a pair of helpers against Renssleaer in the GLI final and was a +2 (12/30) ... Assisted on both goals at Notre Dame (1/15) ... Scored a third-period marker against Ohio State (1/22). 2008-09 (Freshman): Skated in 34 of 38 games ... Had a goal and a pair of assists ... Notched an assist and was +1 in his first game as a Spartan, Michigan State[apos]s 3-1 victory over Massachusetts in the Ice Breaker Invitational in Boston (10/10)...First collegiate goal was game-tying tally in third-period of 2-2 tie at Western Michigan (11/1)...Assisted on Joey Shean[apos]s goal in 2-1 victory over Ohio State (2/14).
Prior to MSU: Spent one season with the Penticton Vees of the British Columbia Junior Hockey League (BCHL) ... Appeared in 53 games, and posted a 5-6-11 scoring line (16 PIM) ... A seventh-round selection (190th pick overall) of the St. Louis Blues in the 2007 National Hockey League entry draft ... Selected for Team Canada West at the World Junior A Challenge, where he won a gold medal ... Helped the Vees to a 41-15-2 record and BCHL championship, but the squad lost to Camrose in the Doyle Cup ... Attended Plymouth Christian Academy from 2003-07 ... Played scholastic baseball and soccer in addition to hockey ... Member of the High Honor Roll all four years, was a member of the National Honor Society and Student Council, and was his class president in 2005.
Personal: Born April 11, 1989 in Northville, Mich. ... Son of Rebecca and Jim Nill ... Mechanical engineering major ... Has a sister, Jenna, who is a current MSU student, and a younger sister, Kristin, who attends Plymouth Christian Academy ... Father is the assistant general manager of the Detroit Red Wings; he played 10 years in the NHL for Boston, St. Louis, Detroit, Winnipeg, and Vancouver ... Mother played soccer at Lindenwood College ... Uncle, Blake Nill, played for Montreal in the Canadian Football League ... Favorite NHL team: St. Louis Blues ... Favorite NHL player: Nick Lidstrom, because 'he[apos]s the smartest player on the ice.' ... Notes that his father is his biggest hockey influence, as well as his idol. 'He always had good pointers for me, and he never forced me to play hockey. He always supported me.' ... Enjoys mountain biking.
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The 2011–12 NHL season was the 95th season of operation of the National Hockey League (NHL). The Los Angeles Kings defeated the New Jersey Devils in the Stanley Cup Finals four games to two to win the team's first Stanley Cup in their second Stanley Cup Finals appearance; they had lost to Montreal Canadiens in the 1993 Finals.
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The 2011–12 NHL season was the 95th season of operation (94th season of play) of the National Hockey League (NHL). The Los Angeles Kings defeated the New Jersey Devils in the Stanley Cup Finals four games to two to win the team's first Stanley Cup in their second Stanley Cup Finals appearance; they had lost to Montreal Canadiens in the 1993 Finals.
During the off-season, the Atlanta Thrashers relocated to Winnipeg, Manitoba, to become the "new" Winnipeg Jets (the "old" Winnipeg Jets relocated in 1996 to become the Arizona Coyotes). It was the first NHL team relocation since the 1997–98 season, when the Hartford Whalers relocated to become the Carolina Hurricanes. The league did not change its divisional structure to accommodate the move, and the Jets took the place of the Thrashers in the Southeast Division. In December 2011, the board of governors eventually approved a proposed realignment for the following season, which would result in four conferences with the first two rounds of the playoffs being divisional, but this was rejected by the NHL Players' Association (NHLPA).
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Position: Center
Born: December 8, 1939, Regina, SK, Canada
Played For: Montreal Canadiens (1961-66), New York Rangers (1967-68), St. Louis Blues (1961-71, 1974-78), Detroit Red Wings (1970-1975)
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Born: December 8, 1939, Regina, SK, Canada
Played For: Montreal Canadiens (1961-66), New York Rangers (1967-68), St. Louis Blues (1961-71, 1974-78), Detroit Red Wings (1970-1975)
A solid all-around performer, Gordon “Red” Berenson enjoyed 17 productive years in the NHL, including two stints with the Blues. Along the way he registered seven 20 goal seasons and played on one Stanley Cup championship team in Montreal.
Berenson was drafted by Montreal, but spent three years with the University of Michigan against the advice of the Canadiens. Berenson scored 79 career goals and was a two-time Central Collegiate Hockey Association (CCHA) first team All-Star. He was also named to the 1962 NCAA champion all-tournament team. After the college season ended, he joined the Habs and became the first Canadian to make the jump from the U.S. collegiate system to the big show.
He played the entire 1963-64 season with the Canadiens, but split the next two between Montreal and the team’s American Hockey League affiliate, a reflection of the depth Montreal enjoyed at center during that period. He was traded to the New York Rangers, where he played parts of two seasons.
Late in the first year of expansion, he was traded to St. Louis, where he blossomed. Red scored 51 points in the last 55 games of the 1967-68 season and then helped the Blues reach the Stanley Cup finals against Montreal. Blues’ Coach Scotty Bowman turned Berenson into a true workhorse, playing him 35 to 40 minutes a game, which included plenty of time on specialty teams.
During his first full season in St. Louis, the “Red Baron” scored a career-high 82 points. That season, during an 8-0 beating of Philadelphia at The Spectrum, Berenson became the first player since Syd Howe in 1944 to score six goals in a game, a feat that distinguished itself in the record books because it was the only six-goal performance by a player on the road.
Late in 1970-71, the Blues traded the popular Berenson to Detroit for Garry Unger. Red enjoyed a solid career with Detroit and played two games for Canada during the famed 1972 Summit Series against the Soviet Union. Four years after trading him, St. Louis reacquired Berenson to anchor their checking line. He filled that role well and recorded two 20-goal seasons.
He retired in 1978 with 658 career points. He went on to coach the Blues and won the Jack Adams Award as NHL coach of the year in 1981 after leading the Blues to a 45-18-17 record. He later coached the Buffalo Sabres.
Red took over as coach of a struggling Michigan University hockey program in 1984 and immediately began building the Wolverines into one of the elite teams in collegiate ice hockey. He directed Michigan to the 1996 and 1998 NCAA national championships — the eighth and ninth in school history. Under Berenson, the Wolverines qualified for the NCAA Tournament a record 22 consecutive seasons from 1990-91 to 2011-12, marking the longest streak ever in college hockey.
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recently found himself on a familiar route, a road he travelled many times during the days before he made his mark in the NHL. David Backes
He was on his way from his native Minnesota to St. Louis, the city he calls home during the NHL season, in preparation for the start of the 2011-12 campaign.
For Backes, coming off a brilliant season in which he scored 31 goals, the journey brought back memories of his high school hockey days at Spring Lake Park in Minnesota.
“It really doesn't seem so far removed, those times when you were playing and dreaming that you could one day make it to the NHL,” said Backes, who played three seasons with Spring Lake Park, where he was named All-Conference, All-Metro, All-State and was a finalist for the 2002 Minnesota Mr. Hockey award in his senior year. “I was reminded of that today, those steps that eventually led to being here.”
Selected in the second round, 62nd overall by the St. Louis Blues in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft, Backes, who was recently named the captain of the Blues, played three seasons of college hockey at Minnesota State University, Mankato, where he was named to the 2005-06 Division I West All-America Second Team and the 2005-06 All-America First Team.
Assigned to the Peoria Rivermen of the AHL for the final 12 games of the 2005–06 AHL season, Backes remained with the team for the start of the 2006–07 season, but was promoted to the Blues for his first NHL game on December 19, 2006.
Skating against the Pittsburgh Penguins, Backes assisted on a goal by veteran Doug Weight on his first NHL shift. In his second game, he recorded his first NHL goal at 10:47 of the first period versus the Los Angeles Kings. He completed his rookie campaign with 23 points in 49 games with St. Louis and 13 points in 31 games with Peoria.
In 2007–08, Backes completed his first full season in the NHL, notching 31 points on 13 goals and 18 assists. He became a restricted free agent in the off-season and signed a three-year, $7.5 million offer sheet with the Vancouver Canucks. The Blues quickly matched the offer to keep Backes in St. Louis.
Backes netted 31 goals and 54 points in 2008-09, finishing second for the team lead in goals. He scored a career-high four goals on April 2, 2009, in a 5-4 win over the Detroit Red Wings.
In 2009-10, Backes recorded 17 goals and 31 assists for 48 points in 79 games. He signed a five-year, $22.5 million contract extension, which will keep him in St. Louis through the 2015-16 season.
Last year, the 27-year-old scored 31 goals and had 62 points.
“If you're looking at my year purely from just statistics, which you do often get judged by, then sure, I'm happy with how things went,” said Backes, who has played in 364 NHL regular season games. “But I'd gladly give it all back to have a 10-goal and 10-assist year if we made the playoffs. I'd rather my numbers have an effect on the outcomes of games and in getting to the post-season.”
In the five seasons he's been with the Blues, Backes has only been to the playoffs on one occasion, 2006-07, a first-round exit, in four games, at the hands of the Vancouver Canucks.
“It's no fun when you're not playing after the regular season,” said Backes. “But when you look at this team, you do see plenty of reason to be optimistic. The balance we have, young talent and capable veterans, it tells you we have what we need to be a playoff team.”
Including the addition of a player Backes is happy to have on his side.
“I hated playing against Scott Nichol,” admitted Backes, of the centreman who signed a one-year contract with St. Louis in July. “He was always in your face and always played you tough. He plays the right the way, the way the game should be played.”
Backes is looking to build off his own strong season.
“I was confident heading into last year and hopefully, I can contribute again. A few things changed for me. I was given some great opportunities.”
But, as he notes throughout the conversation, a post-season berth is all that truly matters.
“We've paid our dues, missed out and now it's time for us to get back there. Our fans are due as well. Hopefully, we don't have any bad luck with injuries. Last year, we lost one of our best guys in David Perron for most of the season. If we can have a relatively healthy year, we should be in good shape to be on the road to where we want to be.”
A road, Backes hopes, that ends with a return to the Western Conference playoff scene.
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National Hockey League team in St. Louis, Missouri
This article is about the ice hockey team. For the song, see Saint Louis Blues (song). For other uses, see St. Louis Blues (disambiguation).
St. Louis Blues 2024–25 St. Louis Blues seasonConferenceWesternDivisionCentralFounded1967HistorySt. Louis Blues
1967–presentHome arenaEnterprise CenterCitySt. Louis, MissouriTeam colorsRoyal blue, gold, navy blue, white[1][2]
MediaBally Sports Midwest
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(Tom Stillman, chairman and governor)General managerDoug ArmstrongHead coachDrew BannisterCaptainBrayden SchennMinor league affiliatesSpringfield Thunderbirds (AHL)
Florida Everblades (ECHL)Stanley Cups1 (2018–19)Conference championships1 (2018–19)Presidents' Trophy1 (1999–00)Division championships10 (1968–69, 1969–70, 1976–77, 1980–81, 1984–85, 1986–87, 1999–00, 2011–12, 2014–15, 2019–20)Official websitenhl .com /blues
The St. Louis Blues are a professional ice hockey team based in St. Louis. The Blues compete in the National Hockey League (NHL) as a member of the Central Division in the Western Conference. The franchise was founded in 1967 as one of the six teams from the 1967 NHL expansion and is named after the W. C. Handy song "Saint Louis Blues". They play their home games at the 18,096 seat Enterprise Center in downtown St. Louis, which has been their arena since moving from St. Louis Arena in 1994.[3]
The Blues won the Stanley Cup in 2019 and have the most Stanley Cup playoff appearances outside of the Original Six. Although frequent postseason contenders for most of their history, the franchise has usually struggled in the playoffs, including consecutive Stanley Cup Finals defeats at the end of their first three seasons. With the Blues' victory in their fourth Stanley Cup Finals, 49 years after their last appearance and in their 52nd year of existence, they became the final active team from the 1967 expansion to win their first Stanley Cup.
The Blues have a rivalry with the Chicago Blackhawks, with whom they have shared a division since 1970.[a] The Springfield Thunderbirds of the American Hockey League (AHL) and the Florida Everblades of the ECHL are the team's minor league affiliates.[4]
Franchise history
Hockey in St. Louis before 1967
Although the St. Louis Arena was not originally designed with hockey in mind, it met NHL standards of the era for size and had good sight lines for the game. After an ice plant was installed, the minor league St. Louis Flyers began play there in 1929. St. Louis soon began to attract the interest as a potential NHL market, eventually leading the owners of the moribund Ottawa Senators to move there for the 1934-35 season. The move proved both ill-conceived and ill-timed, as the renamed St. Louis Eagles continued to lose money. Their situation was not helped by the decision to keep the Eagles in the Canadian Division to keep the divisions balanced, which left the team with unaffordable travel expenses to games in Toronto and Montreal. The team finished last in the division and disbanded after one season.
Following further contraction, the league stabilized at six teams after 1942. During this period, the NHL rebuffed attempts at further expansion. Eventually, the St. Louis Arena came under the control of the owners of the Chicago Black Hawks. The Black Hawks treated St. Louis as a secondary market, placing minor league affiliates there and even playing a few NHL games in St. Louis during the 1950s while the team still struggled to sell tickets at Chicago Stadium.
1967 expansion
The Blues were one of the six teams added to the NHL in the 1967 expansion, along with the Minnesota North Stars, Los Angeles Kings, Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Penguins, and California Seals. St. Louis was the last of the six expansion teams to gain entry into the League; the market was chosen over Baltimore at the insistence of the Black Hawks owners, James D. Norris and Arthur Wirtz. Following the Black Hawks' championship in 1961, the team became much more successful at the box office in Chicago, thus St. Louis was no longer useful as a secondary market. Nevertheless, the Black Hawks owners still owned the St. Louis Arena. They sought to unload what was then a decrepit facility which had not been well-maintained since the 1940s, and thus pressed the NHL to give the franchise to St. Louis, which had not submitted a formal expansion bid. The Black Hawks owners felt they could establish a "lovable loser" (much like the Cubs) with the St. Louis hockey team. NHL president Clarence Campbell said during the 1967 expansion meetings, "We want a team in St. Louis because of the city's geographical location and the fact that it has an adequate building."[5]
The team's first owners were insurance tycoon Sid Salomon Jr., his son, Sid Salomon III, and Robert L. Wolfson, who were granted the franchise in 1966. Sid Salomon III convinced his initially wary father to make a bid for the team. Former St. Louis Cardinals great Stan Musial and Musial's business partner Julius "Biggie" Garagnani were also members of the 16-man investment group that made the initial formal application for the franchise.[5] Garagnani would never see the Blues franchise take the ice, as he died from a heart attack on June 19, 1967, less than three months before the Blues played their first preseason game.[6] Upon acquiring the franchise in 1966, Salomon then spent several million dollars on extensive renovations for the 38-year-old arena, expanding it from 12,000 seats to 15,000.
Beginnings and Stanley Cup Finals' appearances (1967–1970)
Lynn Patrick initially served as general manager and head coach. However, he resigned as head coach in late November after recording a 4–13–2 record. He was replaced by assistant coach Scotty Bowman, who thereafter led the team to a winning record for the rest of the season. Like the other five expansion teams, the Blues' roster consisted primarily of castoffs from the Original Six and players who had previously never managed to break out of the minor leagues. As part of the expansion, the NHL had agreed to put all of the expansion teams in the new Western Division, an arrangement which was intended to ensure all of the new teams all had an equal chance of reaching the playoffs.
Under the expansion playoff format, Bowman's leadership was enough as the Blues qualified for the playoffs in their inaugural season. Although they had finished in third place, St. Louis was regarded as fairly evenly matched with the other three Western qualifiers since only four points separated first and fourth place. Ultimately, it was the Blues who prevailed by winning in seven games each over the Philadelphia Flyers and Minnesota North Stars to reach the 1968 Stanley Cup Finals. However, St. Louis was swept in their first Finals appearance by the heavily favored Montreal Canadiens.
Under Bowman, the Blues dominated the West for the next two seasons, becoming the only expansion team to compile a winning record, and they captured division titles by wide margins each year. However, they were swept in the Stanley Cup Finals by the Montreal Canadiens in 1969 and then by the Boston Bruins in 1970.
While the first Blues teams included fading veterans like Doug Harvey, Don McKenney and Dickie Moore, the goaltending tandem of veterans Glenn Hall and Jacques Plante proved more durable, winning a Vezina Trophy in 1969 behind a sterling defense that featured players like skilled defensive forward Jim Roberts, team captain Al Arbour and hardrock brothers Bob and Barclay Plager. Phil Goyette won the Lady Byng Trophy for the Blues in 1970 and New York Rangers castoff Red Berenson became the expansion team's first major star at center. The arena quickly became one of the loudest buildings in the NHL, a reputation it maintained throughout its tenure as the Blues' home.
During that time, Salomon gained a reputation throughout the NHL as the top players' owner. He gave his players cars, signed them to deferred contracts and treated them to vacations in Florida. The players, used to being treated like mere commodities, felt the only way they could pay him back was to give their best on the ice every night.[7]
Financial problems, near-move, and playoff streak (1970–1987)
The Blues' successes in the late 1960s, however, did not continue into the 1970s. The Stanley Cup playoff format changed in such a way that a Western team was no longer guaranteed a Finals berth, and also the Chicago Black Hawks were moved into the Western Division following the 1970 expansion. The Blues lost Bowman, who left during the 1970–71 season following a power-sharing dispute with Sid Salomon III (who was taking an increasing role in team affairs),[7] as well as Hall, Plante, Goyette and ultimately Berenson, who were all lost to retirement or trade. Veteran player Al Arbour hastily stepped in to coach the team. Under Arbour, the Blues essentially matched their 1969–70 regular season performance in their fourth season, and were still the best of the expansion teams; however, it was only good enough for second place in the West as St. Louis finished 20 points behind Chicago. The Blues would go on to be upset by the North Stars in six games, thus failing to advance past the first round for the first time in franchise history.
Arbour, who officially retired as a player after the 1970–71 season, would remain behind the Blues' bench for the next two seasons. The Berenson trade did bring then-Detroit Red Wings star center Garry Unger, who ultimately scored 30 goals in eight consecutive seasons while breaking the NHL's consecutive games played record. Defensively, however, the Blues were less than stellar and saw Chicago and the Philadelphia Flyers overtake the Division. After missing the playoffs for the first time in 1973–74, the Blues ended up in the Smythe Division after a League realignment. This division was particularly weak, and in 1976–77, the Blues won it while finishing five games below .500, though this would be their last playoff appearance in the decade.
In the meantime, the franchise was on the brink of financial collapse. This was partly due to the pressures of the World Hockey Association (WHA), but mostly the result of financial decisions made when the Salomons first acquired the franchise. The deferred contracts came due just as the Blues' performance began to slip. At one point, the Salomons cut the team's staff down to three employees. One of them was Emile Francis, who served as team president, general manager and head coach. In hopes of saving the franchise, Francis persuaded St. Louis-based pet food giant Ralston Purina to buy the team, arena, and the $8.8 million debt. The Salomons sold the Blues to Ralston on July 27, 1977. However, longtime Ralston Purina chairman R. Hal Dean said that he intended to keep the Blues as a Ralston subsidiary only temporarily until a more stable owner who would keep the team in St. Louis could be found. Ralston renamed the arena the "Checkerdome." After two awful years, including what is still a franchise-worst 18–50–12 record with 48 points in 1979, the Blues made the playoffs the following year, the first of 25 consecutive postseason appearances.
After being one of the worst teams a couple of years before, they were one of the best in 1981, as they finished with a then-franchise-best record of 45–18–17 record which translated to 107 points and the second-best record in the league. Ten players reached at least 20 goals, including Wayne Babych, future Hall of Famer Bernie Federko, and team captain Brian Sutter. They also had strong goaltending led by Mike Liut. They would get rewarded as head coach Red Berenson won the Jack Adams Award, Mike Liut finished a close second to Wayne Gretzky in the Hart Trophy voting, and earned the top spot on the NHL All-Star team, Larry Patey finished third in the Frank J. Selke Trophy voting, and Blake Dunlop won the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy. Their regular season success, however, did not transfer into the playoffs, as they were eliminated by the New York Rangers in the second round 2–4 after beating the Pittsburgh Penguins in the first round 3–2. The Blues would underachieve greatly the following year as they posted a 32–40–8, but they beat the Winnipeg Jets 3–1 in the Norris Division Semi-Finals before dropping to the Chicago Black Hawks in the Norris Division 2–4.
While the Blues had returned to respectability on the ice, they were struggling off it. Ralston Purina lost an estimated $1.8 million a year during its six-year ownership of the Blues. However, Dean took the losses philosophically, having taken over out of a sense of civic responsibility. In 1981, Dean retired. His successor, William Stiritz, wanted to refocus on the core pet food business, and his personal sporting interests were in horse racing rather than hockey. He saw the Blues as just another money-bleeding division, and put the team on the market. While there were a number of interested parties, none had enough cash to meet Ralston's asking price. On January 12, 1983, Batoni-Hunter Enterprises Ltd., led by WHA and Edmonton Oilers founder Bill Hunter, tendered an offer to buy the team. Hunter intended to build a $43 million, 18,000-seat arena in his hometown of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, to house the team in time for the 1983-84 season. While the fans were stunned, the players were aware of this. When the Blues faced the Oilers on December 7, 1982, brochures were distributed titled "Saskatchewan in the NHL". These distractions would greatly affect their performance as they squeezed into the playoffs with a 25–40–15 record in the 1983 season, good enough for 65 points. This led to a Norris Division semi-finals exit against the Chicago Black Hawks. Following their playoff exit, Ralston authorized the deal to Hunter's company, renamed Coliseum Holdings, Ltd., for $12 million on April 21.[8] Emile Francis would call it quits on May 2, leaving to become president and general manager of the Hartford Whalers. The Blues then fired 60 percent of their employees. The remaining staff included the accounting department, scouting staff, and coach Barclay Plager. They waited for an authorization by 75% of the NHL Board of Governors for the sale and transfer of the club. However, the NHL Board of Governors rejected the deal by a 15–3 vote on May 18.[9] feeling that Saskatoon was not big enough to support an NHL team, and also wary of Hunter's involvement based on his roles in the WHA.[10][11]
Ralston then filed a $60 million anti-trust lawsuit in U.S. District Court, claiming that the NHL broke federal antitrust laws and breached the duty of good faith and fair dealing by voting to reject the sale and transfer of the Blues to Hunter's group. They also requested that the court allow them to give up the team and bar the NHL from interfering with the sale of the team. On June 3, Ralston announced that it had no interest in running the team anymore. Because they were not required to participate in the 1983 NHL Entry Draft, they did not send a representative, which led the Blues to forfeit their picks. The day after the draft, the NHL filed a $78 million counter-suit against Ralston, accusing Ralston of "damaging the league by willfully, wantonly and maliciously collapsing its St. Louis Blues hockey operation." The NHL also said that Ralston broke a league rule that an owner had to give two years' notice before dissolving a franchise.[12] Ralston called the counter-suit "ridiculous" and gave the NHL an ultimatum: if the NHL would not accept Hunter's offer by June 14, Ralston would dissolve the team and sell its players and assets to other teams.[13] The Board of Governors rejected the offer and "terminated" the team on June 13, one day before Ralston's supposed deadline. It then took control of the franchise and began searching for a new owner. League president John Ziegler said they would try to keep the team in St. Louis. However, had the league not found a new owner by August 6, it would dissolve the team and hold a dispersal draft for the players. On July 27, 1983, ten days before the deadline, the NHL approved a bid from businessman Harry Ornest and a group of St. Louis-based investors for the team and the arena.[14] Ornest had made plans to buy the team as early as March, but built up his efforts in late June to have enough money. Ornest immediately reverted the name of the team's home venue to the St. Louis Arena.[15] To date, this is the closest that an NHL team has come to folding since the Cleveland Barons merged with the Minnesota North Stars after the 1977–78 season.
Ornest ran the Blues very cheaply, though the players did not mind. According to Sutter, they wanted to stay in St. Louis because it reminded them of the rural Canadian towns where many of them grew up. For instance, Ornest asked many players to defer their salaries to help meet operating costs, but the players always got paid in the end. During most of Ornest's tenure, the Blues had only 26 players under contract–23 in St. Louis, plus three on their farm team, the Montana Magic. Most NHL teams during the mid-1980s had over 60 players under contract.[16] Despite operating on a shoestring, the Blues remained competitive even though they never finished more than six games over .500 in Ornest's three years as owner. During this time, Doug Gilmour, drafted by St. Louis in 1982, emerged as a star.
While the Blues remained competitive, they were unable to keep many of their young players. More often than not, several of the Blues' emerging stars ended up as Calgary Flames, and the sight of Flames executive Al MacNeil was always greeted with dread. In fact, several of the Blues' young stars, such as Rob Ramage, Joe Mullen and Gilmour, were main cogs in the Flames' 1989 Stanley Cup win. Sutter and Federko were the only untouchables on the Blues during that era. By 1986, the team reached the Campbell Conference Finals against the Flames. Doug Wickenheiser's overtime goal in Game 6 to cap a furious comeback remains one of the greatest moments in team history (known locally as the "Monday Night Miracle"), but the Blues lost Game 7, 2–1. Years later, Sutter argued that had the Blues made it to the Stanley Cup Finals, they would have likely beaten the Canadiens, having won two out of three games against the Habs in the regular season.[16] After that season, Ornest sold the team to a group led by St. Louis businessman Michael Shanahan.
Brett Hull era (1988–1998)
St. Louis kept chugging along through the late 1980s and early 1990s. General manager Ron Caron made astute moves, landing forwards Brett Hull, Adam Oates and Brendan Shanahan, defenseman Al MacInnis and goaltender Curtis Joseph, among others. While the Blues contended during this time period, they never passed the second round of the playoffs. Nonetheless, their on-ice success was enough for a consortium of 19 companies to buy the team. They also provided the capital to build the Kiel Center (now the Enterprise Center), which opened in 1994.
Hull, nicknamed the "Golden Brett" (a reference to his father, NHL legend Bobby Hull, who was nicknamed the "Golden Jet"), became one of the League's top stars and a scoring sensation, netting 86 goals in 1990–91 en route to earning the Hart Memorial Trophy as the league's most valuable player. Hull's 86 goals set the record for most goals in a single season by a right-winger (and the third-most overall at the time). Only Wayne Gretzky found the net more than Hull during any given three-year period. Despite posting the second-best regular season record in the entire league in 1990–91, the Blues were upset in the second round of the playoffs to the Minnesota North Stars, a defeat that was symbolic of St. Louis' playoff struggles.
Mike Keenan was hired as both general manager and coach before the abbreviated 1994–95 season, with the hope that he could end the postseason turmoil that Blues fans had endured for years. Keenan instituted major changes, including trades that sent away fan favorites Brendan Shanahan and Curtis Joseph, as well as the acquisition of the legendary-but-aging Wayne Gretzky and goaltender Grant Fuhr, both from the declining Los Angeles Kings. During the season, he publicly criticized Gretzky, who entered free agency after the season, declined an offer from the Blues, and took a less lucrative contract with the New York Rangers. Ultimately, Keenan's playoff resume with St. Louis included a first-round exit in 1995 and a second-round exit in 1996, and he was fired on December 19, 1996. Caron was reinstated as interim general manager for the rest of the season, and general manager Larry Pleau was hired on June 9, 1997. Hull, who had a lengthy feud with Keenan, left for the Dallas Stars in 1998. He went on to win the Stanley Cup with the Stars the next year, scoring a controversial goal on the Buffalo Sabres' Dominik Hasek to clinch the Cup for Dallas. The Blues ended the 1990s as the only NHL team to make the playoffs for the entire decade, although a Stanley Cup title still eluded the franchise.
End of the playoff streak, lockout, and rebuild (1998–2011)
Defenseman Chris Pronger (acquired from the Hartford Whalers in 1995 for Brendan Shanahan), Keith Tkachuk, Pavol Demitra, Pierre Turgeon, Al MacInnis and goaltender Roman Turek kept the Blues a contender in the NHL. In 1999–2000, the team notched a franchise-record 114 points during the regular season, earning the Presidents' Trophy for the League's best record. However, they were stunned by the San Jose Sharks in the first round of the 2000 playoffs in seven games. In 2001, the Blues advanced to the Western Conference Finals before bowing out in five games to the eventual champions, the Colorado Avalanche. Nonetheless, the team remained competitive for the next three years, despite never advancing beyond the second round. Despite years of mediocrity and the stigma of never being able to "take the next step," the Blues were a playoff presence every year from 1980 to 2004 – the third-longest streak in North American professional sports history (all three of which being held by NHL teams). However, they never made an appearance in the Stanley Cup Finals. In fact, they made it to the conference finals only two times in their streak (1986 and 2001).
Amid several questionable personnel moves and an unstable ownership situation, the Blues finished the 2005–06 season with their worst record in 27 years. They missed the playoffs for only the fourth time in franchise history. Moreover, for the first time in club history, the normally excellent support seen by St. Louisans began to decrease, with crowds normally numbering around 12,000, notably less than the team's normal high (about 18,000 in a 19,500-seat arena). Wal-Mart heir Nancy Walton Laurie and her husband Bill purchased the Blues in 1999. On June 17, 2005, the Lauries announced that they would sell the team. Bill Laurie, a former point guard at Memphis State University, had long desired to buy and move a National Basketball Association (NBA) team to St. Louis (coming close to achieving this in 1999, with an unsuccessful attempt to purchase the then-Vancouver Grizzlies), and it was thought that this desire caused him to neglect the Blues. On September 29, 2005, it was announced that the Lauries had signed an agreement to sell the Blues to SCP Worldwide, a consulting and investment group headed by former Madison Square Garden president Dave Checketts. On November 14, 2005, the Blues announced that SCP Worldwide had officially withdrawn from negotiations to buy the team. On December 27, 2005, it was announced that the Blues had signed a letter of intent to exclusively negotiate with General Sports and Entertainment, LLC. However, after the period of exclusivity, SCP entered the picture again. On March 24, 2006, the Lauries completed the sale of the Blues and the lease to the Savvis Center to SCP and TowerBrook Capital Partners, L.P., a private equity firm. The Blues are currently the only team in the four major North American sports (ice hockey, basketball, baseball, and American football) to be owned by a private equity firm.
Following the disappointing 2005–06 season, which saw the Blues with the worst record in the NHL, the new management focused on rebuilding the franchise. Under new management, the Blues promptly installed John Davidson as president of hockey operations, moving Pleau to a mostly advisory role. The former New York Rangers goaltender promptly made multiple blockbuster deals, picking up Jay McKee, Bill Guerin and Manny Legace from free agency, and bringing Doug Weight back to St. Louis after a brief (and productive) stopover in Carolina. Weight was again traded in December 2007 to the Anaheim Ducks, along with a minor league player, in exchange for Andy McDonald. At the beginning of the 2006–07 season, the Blues looked to be competitive in the Central Division. However, injuries plagued the team all season, and the lack of a bona fide scorer hampered them as well. Fan support was sluggish during the first half of the campaign, and the end of the calendar year was capped by an 11-game losing streak. On December 11, 2006, the Blues fired head coach Mike Kitchen and replaced him with former Los Angeles Kings head coach Andy Murray.[17] Davidson also installed a strong development program under head scout Jarmo Kekalainen, using the team's raft of high draft picks in 2006 and 2007 to select highly touted prospects such as T. J. Oshie, Erik Johnson and David Perron. On January 4, 2007, the Blues had a record of 6–1–3 in their previous ten games, which was the best in the NHL during that stretch. Despite a healthy 24-point jump from the previous season, the strain of playing in a conference where seven teams finished with more than 100 points kept them out of the playoffs for the second year in a row.
Just before the 2007 NHL trade deadline, the Blues traded several key players, including Bill Guerin, Keith Tkachuk and Dennis Wideman, in exchange for draft picks, though they re-signed Tkachuk after the season ended. Brad Boyes, picked up from the Boston Bruins in exchange for Wideman, became the fastest Blues player to reach 40 goals since Brett Hull, doing so during the 2007–08 season. During the 2007 off-season, the Blues signed free agent Paul Kariya to a three-year contract worth $18 million, re-signed defenseman Barret Jackman to a one-year contract, lost their captain Dallas Drake to the Detroit Red Wings, and traded prospect Carl Soderberg to the Bruins in exchange for yet more depth in the goal crease, Hannu Toivonen.
On October 2, 2007, the Blues finalized the season-starting roster, which included rookies David Perron, Steven Wagner and Erik Johnson. On October 10, the Blues introduced a new mascot, Louie. Two months later, they traded Doug Weight, a 38-year-old four-time All-Star center, to the Anaheim Ducks as part of a package to acquire 30-year-old center Andy McDonald. On February 8, 2008, it was announced that, after going much of the season without a captain, defenseman Eric Brewer was chosen as the team's 19th captain.[18] The team later traded veteran defenseman Bryce Salvador to the New Jersey Devils for enforcer, and St. Louis native, Cam Janssen. He made his debut two days later, wearing number 55 against the Phoenix Coyotes.
After spending the first half of the 2008–09 season at or near the bottom of the Western Conference standings, the Blues began to turn things around behind the solid goaltending of Chris Mason. After a strong second-half run, the Blues made the 2009 playoffs on April 10, 2009, after defeating the Columbus Blue Jackets 3–1. On April 12, the Blues clinched the sixth seed in the West with a 1–0 win against the Colorado Avalanche. For the first time in five years (that is, since the lockout), the Blues were in the playoffs. They faced the third-seeded Vancouver Canucks in the first round, but despite the team's tremendous run to end the season, the Blues would ultimately lose the series in a quick four-game sweep.
The Blues fired head coach Andy Murray on January 2, 2010, after a disappointing record (17–17–6, 40 points), sitting in 12th place in the Conference. Especially galling were the frequent blown leads after two periods, and with the worst home record (6–13–3) posted in the entire NHL. After his duties as interim coach for the rest of the 2009–10 season, Davis Payne was named the 23rd head coach in the Blues' history on April 14. Payne was previously the head coach of the Blues top minor league affiliate, the Peoria Rivermen of the American Hockey League (AHL).[19]
Return to contention, first Stanley Cup championship (2011–present)
On March 17, 2011, it was announced that the St. Louis Blues were for sale.[20] During the 2011 off-season, the team signed many key free agents, including Brian Elliott, Scott Nichol, Kent Huskins, Jason Arnott and Jamie Langenbrunner. They fired their head coach, Davis Payne, and named Ken Hitchcock as his replacement on November 6, 2011. David Backes was also announced as the new team captain.
On March 17, 2012, the Blues became the first team to reach 100 points and clinch a playoff berth in the 2011–12 season under Hitchcock, qualifying for their first playoffs since 2008–09. They would finish second in the Western Conference, behind the Vancouver Canucks. During the 2012 playoffs, they won their first playoff series since 2002, eliminating the San Jose Sharks in five games. The Blues were swept by the eventual Stanley Cup champions, the Los Angeles Kings, in the following round.
In 2012–13, the Blues completed the lockout-shortened season in fourth place in the Western Conference. They were again eliminated by Los Angeles, however, this time in six games in the first round of the playoffs, despite taking an initial 2–0 series lead.
The following season, 2013–14, the team hit the 100-point mark for the sixth time in franchise history, and gained a franchise record of 52 wins. Their chance of winning the Central Division title, the top seed in the West, and the Presidents' Trophy would all evaporate, after they lost their final six games and wound up in second place in the Division, this time to the Colorado Avalanche. The slump haunted them, as they blew a 2–0 series lead to the defending champion Chicago Blackhawks, losing the first-round series in six games. This marked the second-straight year the Blues lost in the first round of the playoffs to the reigning champions in six games after leading the series 2–0.
In 2014–15, the Blues won their second Central Division championship in four years and faced the Minnesota Wild in round one of the 2015 playoffs. However, for the third straight year, they lost in the first round and in six games. During the off-season, forward T. J. Oshie was traded to the Washington Capitals in exchange for Troy Brouwer.
In 2015–16, the Blues finished in second place in the Central Division to the Dallas Stars. The Blues took on the defending champion Chicago Blackhawks in the first-round series. The Blues jumped to a 3–1 series lead, but struggled in games 5 and 6. However, St. Louis ended their first-round losing streak by beating Chicago 3–2 in game 7 of the series. They moved on to the next round, where they defeated the Dallas Stars in another seven-game series to advance to their first Western Conference Finals since 2001. The Blues season would come to an end at the hands of the San Jose Sharks, who eliminated them in six games.
On June 13, 2016, it was announced that Mike Yeo would replace Hitchcock as head coach of the Blues following the 2016–17 season. The 2016 off-season saw big changes for the Blues, as team captain David Backes left the team to sign with the Boston Bruins, and goaltender Brian Elliott was traded to the Calgary Flames, while veteran forward Troy Brouwer also signed with Calgary as a free agent. Steve Ott also left the team, signing a free-agent deal with the Red Wings. Jake Allen was now the starting goaltender for the Blues, while the team also signed former Nashville Predators backup Carter Hutton. Former Blues forward David Perron was brought back on a free agent deal, while defenseman Alex Pietrangelo was named team captain.
The team started the season by posting a record of 10–1–2 in their first 13 home games. However, they only won three games on the road during the first two months of the season. Despite defeating the Blackhawks in the 2017 NHL Winter Classic by the score of 4–1, the Blues fired Hitchcock and promoted Yeo to head coach on February 1, 2017. Despite an impressive run into the end of the season, when they gained most points in the league from February 1, when Hitchcock was fired, to the end of the season,[21] the Blues were eliminated in the second round by the Nashville Predators in six games.[22]
In the off-season for the 2017–18 season, the Blues would lose David Perron to the Vegas Golden Knights via an expansion draft. They would also pick up Brayden Schenn from the Philadelphia Flyers by giving away Jori Lehtera. Before the season began, the Blues were hit hard with injuries as they lost Robby Fabbri before the season began. Other players like Patrik Berglund, and Alex Steen did not return in time for the season. Despite these losses, the Blues raced out to a 21–8–2 start in their first 31 games. The Blues lost more players as Jay Bouwmeester suffered a season-ending injury, and Jaden Schwartz missed a large portion of the season. The Blues also dealt away Paul Stastny to the Winnipeg Jets at the trade deadline for their 1st round pick as they won only 23 games of their remaining 51, but they still had a chance to get into the playoffs on the last day of their season against the Colorado Avalanche. After losing Vladimir Tarasenko to injury during the game, the Blues lost to the Avalanche 5–2 as they missed the playoffs for the first time in seven years.
During the 2018 off-season, the Blues acquired forward Ryan O'Reilly from the Buffalo Sabres via trade and re-signed Perron to a third stint with the team in free agency, while also signing forwards Tyler Bozak, St. Louis native Pat Maroon, and goaltender Chad Johnson.[23] On November 19, 2018, the Blues fired head coach Mike Yeo after starting the season with a 7–9–3 record and replaced him with Craig Berube on an interim basis.[24] On March 29, 2019, the Blues became the seventh team in NHL since the 1967–68 season to qualify for the playoffs after being placed last after January 1.[25] This resurgence included an eleven-game winning streak between February and March, in large part thanks to the emergence of the eventual Calder Trophy nominee, rookie goaltender Jordan Binnington.
On May 21, the Blues advanced to the Stanley Cup Finals for the first time since 1970, defeating the San Jose Sharks in a six-game Western Conference Finals series. On May 29, the Blues won a Stanley Cup Finals series game for the first time in franchise history after getting swept in three previous series (1968–1970), when they defeated the Boston Bruins 3–2 in overtime.[26] On June 12, 2019, the Blues defeated the Bruins 4–1 in Game 7 to win their first Stanley Cup. Ryan O'Reilly won the Conn Smythe Trophy for playoff MVP.[27] Up until that point, the Blues were the oldest franchise to never win the Stanley Cup; they were also the last of the five surviving 1967 expansion teams to win the Cup for the first time.[28] This all but assured that Berube would have the "interim" tag removed from his title, which occurred two weeks after their Cup victory.[29] Shortly after the 2019 Stanley Cup Finals, Karla May of the Missouri Senate introduced a bill which would officially designate several items as state symbols of Missouri; including the Blues being as the state's official hockey team.[30] The bill was signed into law by Mike Parson, the Governor of Missouri, with the revised statute becoming effective August 29, 2019.[31]
In the 2019–20 season, the Blues suffered an early blow as forward Vladimir Tarasenko suffered a season-ending injury on October 24. However, they would continue their strong play even despite being plagued with various other injuries, consistently remaining at or near the top of the Western Conference. On February 12, 2020, the Blues suffered another loss as defenseman Jay Bouwmeester suddenly collapsed on the bench in a game against the Anaheim Ducks, and would not come back to play again in the season. The game against Anaheim was suspended during the first period and postponed to March 11. This ended up being the Blues' last game in the regular season, as the season would be cut short by the COVID-19 pandemic shortly afterwards. The Blues had remained in strong form throughout the season, finishing first in the Western Conference and second in the NHL. However, as the season was put on pause due to the pandemic, no team would play the full 82 games. Instead, a Return to Play tournament was organized, starting in August 2020. In the Round Robin tournament for the four top-seeded teams of the conference, the Blues failed to get a win, and thus despite winning the regular season conference title, they ended up being the fourth seed in the West. In the first round of the playoffs, they faced the Vancouver Canucks, to whom they lost in six games. In the hiatus preceding the NHL's Return to Play, several Blues players contracted COVID-19, which was cited by the coaching staff as one of the reasons why their play faltered in the playoffs. On September 2, 2020, the Blues traded goaltender Jake Allen, who had spent 10 years in the Blues organization, to the Montreal Canadiens.[32]
Team information
Arena
The Blues play in the 19,150 (not counting standing room) capacity Enterprise Center, where they have played since 1994. The arena was previously known as Scottrade Center, the Savvis Center, and before that as the Kiel Center. From 1967 until 1994, the team played in the St. Louis Arena (known as The Checkerdome from 1977 until 1983), where the old St. Louis Eagles played, and which the original owners had to buy as a condition of the 1967 NHL expansion.
Attendance
The St. Louis Blues are one of the more successful NHL teams in terms of attendance. After the 2004–05 lockout, the Blues' attendance suffered, but has since improved every year since its all-time low in 2006–07. In 2009–10, despite not having a playoff year, the Blues had an average attendance of 18,883 (98.6% total capacity), selling out 34 of its 40 home games, which placed them seventh in the NHL in attendance.[33] In 2010–11, the team sold out every home game.
Jerseys
The Blues have worn blue and white jerseys with the famous "Blue Note" crest and gold accents since their inception in 1967. From 1967 to 1984, the Blues jerseys featured a lighter shade of blue along with contrasting shoulder yoke and stripes. The blue jerseys lacked the contrasting yoke until 1979.
In 1984, the Blues drastically redesigned their look, adding red and darkening the shade of blue. Initially, the front of the jersey featured the team name above the crest logo, but was removed in 1987. In addition, the contrasting shoulder yoke was removed.
For the 1994–95 season, the Blues introduced a more radical jersey set, featuring red in a more prominent role. The jersey introduced the short-lived trumpet logo on the shoulders and featured thin diagonal stripes on the tail and sleeves. The bottom of the numbers taper off to give way to the aforementioned stripes. An updated version of the blue sweater, produced by Adidas, was brought back in 2019 as their "90s Vintage Jersey."
Before the 1997–98 season, the Blues introduced a new alternate white jersey. The jersey brought back the contrasting shoulder yoke and returned to the lighter blue of previous eras. It also replaced red with navy blue as an accent color. A corresponding blue jersey was introduced the following season, thus retiring the previous set.
Like all NHL teams, the Blues updated their jerseys for the 2007–08 season with new Rbk Edge jerseys. The Blues simplified their design, with only the blue note logo on the front; there were no third jerseys for the season. The Blues announced plans for a navy third jersey featuring a new logo, with the Gateway Arch with the Blue Note superimposed over it inside a circle with the words "St. Louis" above and "Blues" below. This third jersey was unveiled on September 21, 2008, and debuted during a Blues' home game against the Anaheim Ducks on November 21, 2008.[34]
For the 2014–15 season, the Blues made a few tweaks to their jerseys. While they kept the Reebok Edge-era template, they brought back the 1998–2007 look. The navy blue third jersey was kept without any alterations, before it was retired prior the 2016–17 season.[35]
When Adidas became the uniform provider before the 2017–18 season, the Blues kept most of the same template, with the exception of the home jersey numbers changing from gold to white.[36] For the 2018–19 season, the Blues added a third jersey based on the one worn during the 2017 NHL Winter Classic, to be worn on Saturday home games.[37] A corresponding vintage white version was unveiled for the 2022 NHL Winter Classic.[38]
Prior to the 2020–21 season, the Blues unveiled a "Reverse Retro" alternate uniform based on the design worn from 1995 to 1998, but with a red base.[39] A second "Reverse Retro" uniform was released in the 2022–23 season, this time based on the prototype uniforms the team first leaked in 1966 before eventually releasing the more longlasting "blue note" uniforms. The uniforms, which had the team name written around the primitive "blue note" logo along with contrasting stripes, had a gold base.[40]
Mascot
Louie is the mascot of the St. Louis Blues. He was introduced on October 10, 2007. On November 3, 2007, the fans voted on his name on the Blues' web site.[41] Louie is a blue polar bear and wears a Blues jersey with his name on the back, and the numbers "00".
Radio and television
Originally, the Blues aired their games on KPLR-TV and KMOX radio, with team patron Gus Kyle calling games alongside St Louis broadcasting legend Jack Buck. Buck elected to leave the booth after one season, though, and was replaced by another famed announcer in Dan Kelly. This setup—Kelly as commentator, with either Kyle, Bob Plager, or Noel Picard (whose heavy French-Canadian accent became famous, such as pronouncing owner Sid Salomon III "Sid the Turd" instead of "Third") joining as an analyst, simulcast on KMOX and KPLR—continued through the 1975–76 season, then simulcast on KMOX and KDNL-TV for the next three seasons. KMOX is a 50,000-watt clear-channel station that reaches almost all of North America at night, allowing Kelly to become a celebrity in both the United States and Canada. Indeed, many of the Blues' players liked the fact that their families could hear the games on KMOX.
From 1979 to 1981, the radio and television broadcasts were separated for the first time since the inaugural season, with Kelly doing the radio broadcasts and Eli Gold hired to do the television. Following the 1980–81 season, the television broadcasts moved from KDNL to NBC affiliate KSD-TV for the 1981–82 season, produced by Sports Network Incorporated (SNI), owned and operated by Greg Maracek who did the broadcasts with Channel 5 sportscaster Ron Jacober. The broadcasts failed to produce a profit and then returned to KPLR for the 1982 NHL playoffs and the 1982–83 season before returning to KDNL (currently St. Louis' ABC affiliate) for the 1983–84 season, the first under the ownership of Harry Ornest. The Blues skated back to KPLR 3 years later.
In 1985, Ornest, wanting more broadcast revenue, put the radio rights up for bid. A new company who had purchased KXOK won the bid for a three-year contract, and Kelly moved over from KMOX to do the games on KXOK. However, the station was never financially competitive in the market. Additionally, fans complained they could not hear the station at night (it had to readjust its coverage due to a glut of clear channels on adjacent frequencies). KXOK backed out of the contract after just 2 years, and the Blues immediately went back to KMOX, who held the rights until 2000. Dan Kelly continued to broadcast the games on radio, but he was diagnosed with lung cancer in October 1988 and died on February 10, 1989. After his death, Ron Jacober (who had left Channel 5 to be KXOK's sports director in 1985 then left for KMOX in 1987) finished the season as the radio play-by-play announcer before John Kelly took that position. Furthermore, Ken Wilson became St. Louis Blues' lead television play-by-play announcer alongside former Blues' players Joe Micheletti, Bruce Affleck, and Bernie Federko. During this time, from 1989 to 2000, more games began to be aired on Prime Sports Midwest, the forerunner to today's Bally Sports Midwest.
The long-term partnership between KMOX and the Blues had its problems, however, namely during spring when the ever-popular St. Louis Cardinals began their season. Blues games, many of which were crucial to playoff berths, would often be pre-empted for spring training coverage. Angry at having to play "second fiddle", the Blues elected to leave for KTRS in 2000. However, in an ironic twist the Cards purchased a controlling interest in KTRS in 2005, and once again preferred to air preseason baseball over regular season ice hockey. In response, the Blues moved back to KMOX starting in the 2006–07 season. The season of 2008–09 saw the Blues play their last game on KPLR, which had the rights since the 1986–87 season (except for the 1996–97 season on CBS affiliate KMOV), electing to move all their games to FS Midwest, starting with the 2009–10 season. The Cardinals moved back to KMOX in the 2011 season, with conflicting games moved to KYKY, an FM station owned by the same group as KMOX.
Since the 2019–20 preseason, WXOS (101 ESPN) has been the flagship radio station for the Blues. Chris Kerber and Joe Vitale are the current radio broadcast team. John Kelly (son of Dan) and Jamie Rivers are the current team for television coverage, while Scott Warmann, Alexa Datt, and Bernie Federko present the pre-game and post-game shows.
Traditions
The Blues have a tradition of live organ music. Jeremy Boyer, the Blues organist, plays a Glenn Miller arrangement of W. C. Handy's "St. Louis Blues" in its entirety before games and a short version at the end of every period, followed by "When the Saints Go Marching In." Boyer also plays the latter song on the organ after Blues goals, with fans replacing the word "Saints" with "Blues."[42] On October 1, 2018, it was reported that, for the upcoming season, a new goal song recorded by St. Louis-based band The Urge, "The Blues Have The Urge," would be played after Blues goals, immediately following the traditional organ music.[43]
At the end of the national anthem before every home game, the words "the home of the brave" are drowned out by fans with "the home of the Blues."[44]
Starting in 2014, the team introduced a win song in the form of Pitbull's "Don't Stop the Party",[45] but from 2016 to 2018, the win song was "Song 2" by Blur after public backlash against using a Pitbull song.[46] Beginning in 2018, the win song has been the aforementioned song recorded by The Urge.[43] However, during the 2019 playoffs, Laura Branigan's "Gloria" was played first before The Urge song.[47]
The Blues were one of the last teams to add a goal horn, doing so during the 1992–93 season at the St. Louis Arena.[48] All of these traditions carried over to the Kiel Center (now known as Enterprise Center) in 1994. After each goal, a bell is rung and each of the goals are counted by the crowd. Since 1990, Ron Baechle, also known as the "Towel Man" or "Towel Guy," has celebrated each goal by counting with the bell and throwing a towel into the crowd from section 314.[49]
The team also has a long tradition of fan-produced programs, sold outside the arena and providing an often biting, sarcastic, humor-filled alternative to team- and League-produced periodicals.[50] The longest-running fan publication, Game Night Revue, was created by a group of fans in the mold of the Chicago Blackhawks' Blue Line Magazine. It operated for over 10 years, from 1994 to 2005, when its owner decided not to resume the magazine after the 2004–05 NHL lockout (one final oversized "goodbye" issue was distributed the first two home games of the 2005–06 season). After hockey resumed in 2005, a few months after GNR's final issue, a new publication, St. Louis Game Time, was formed by several former GNR staffers.[51]
Starting after a couple of players heard "Gloria" by Laura Branigan, after their win in Philadelphia on January 3, 2019, the team started to use the song after every home win, and lasted all the way up to their Stanley Cup win. The song has since been retired; the last time they played it was during the raising of the Stanley Cup Championship banner ceremony on October 2, 2019.
On February 9, 2019, another tradition was born. During the 3rd Period, The Blues were winning by a large margin against the visiting Nashville Predators. The Enterprise Center was electric and buzzing with excitement with anticipation of the win. Blues Director of Entertainment, Jason Pippi, commented that they played Country Roads by John Denver, "was a bit of an mistake... because people love to sing along to that song". The mistake was that play resumed before the chorus was over and the music had to stop. However, despite the music stopping, the loyal Blues fans in attendance continued to sing loudly. It was loud enough, TV cameras picked up the song loud and clear. Fox Sports Midwest color commentator, Darren Pang, exclaimed he "just loved the crowd, they're singing!". Country Roads has been played during every Home game since, at approximately the 15:00 minute mark of the 3rd Period, regardless of the current score. Jason Pippi stated "its just a testament to the passion Blues fans bring each and every night... to the Cup (Stanley Cup) maybe?"[52][53] And it did take them to the Stanley Cup. The St. Louis Blues won their first Stanley Cup in franchise history later that season.
After each Home win, the entire St Louis Blues team skates to center ice and in unison, raise their sticks and clap while the goal horn blares, to thank the Blues fans in attendance and watching on TV. It has been called the "Fan Salute" by some.
Season-by-season record
This is a partial list of the last five seasons completed by the Blues. For the full season-by-season history, see List of St. Louis Blues seasons
Note: GP = Games played, W = Wins, L = Losses, OTL = Overtime losses, Pts = Points, GF = Goals for, GA = Goals against
Season GP W L OTL Pts GF GA Finish Playoffs 2019–20 71 42 19 10 94 225 193 1st, Central Lost in first round, 2–4 (Canucks) 2020–21 56 27 20 9 63 169 170 4th, West Lost in first round, 0–4 (Avalanche) 2021–22 82 49 22 11 109 311 242 3rd, Central Lost in second round, 2–4 (Avalanche) 2022–23 82 37 38 7 81 263 301 6th, Central Did not qualify 2023–24 82 43 33 6 92 239 250 5th, Central Did not qualify
Players
Current roster
Updated August 16, 2024[54][55]
No. Nat Player Pos S/G Age Acquired Birthplace 59 (RFA) C L 23 2019 Burgwedel, Germany 50 G L 31 2011 Richmond Hill, Ontario 89 LW L 29 2021 Cherepovets, Russia 12 C L 30 2024 Vitkov, Czech Republic 72 (A) D R 32 2019 South St. Paul, Minnesota 30 G L 24 2018 Winnipeg, Manitoba 71 RW L 27 2024 Laval, Quebec 77 D L 25 2024 Laval, Quebec 42 RW R 28 2023 Kuopio, Finland 47 D L 33 2020 Royal Oak, Michigan 25 C R 26 2016 Toronto, Ontario 4 D L 33 2022 Eden Prairie, Minnesota 63 LW L 22 2020 Airdrie, Alberta 55 (A) D R 31 2012 St. Albert, Alberta 48 D L 25 2018 Hibbing, Minnesota 20 LW L 31 2021 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 10 (C) C L 32 2017 Saskatoon, Saskatchewan 70 C R 30 2023 Boden, Sweden 22 D L 39 2024 Madison, Wisconsin 9 C L 24 2024 Grenoble, France 18 (A) C R 25 2017 Aurora, Ontario 13 RW L 25 2017 Moscow, Russia 75 D L 24 2018 Longlac, Ontario 26 LW L 30 2019 Cardiff, United Kingdom
Team captains
Hall of Fame
The St. Louis Blues acknowledge an affiliation with a number of inductees to the Hockey Hall of Fame, including 26 former players and seven builders of the sport.[57] The seven individuals recognized as builders by the Hall of Fame include former Blues executives, general managers, head coaches, and owners. In addition to players and builders, the team recognizes an affiliation with two broadcasters who were awarded the Foster Hewitt Memorial Award from the Hockey Hall of Fame.[57] Dan Kelly, the Blues' radio play-by-play announcer, was awarded the first Blues broadcaster to receive the award in 1989. John Davidson, received the award in 2009 for his contributions in television broadcasting.
Players
Builders
St. Louis Blues Hall of Fame
Beginning in 2023, the Blues established their own team Hall of Fame.[58]
2023 inductees
2024 inductees
Pavol Demitra
Mike Liut
Keith Tkachuk
Retired numbers
The following numbers have been retired from use within the St. Louis Blues:
St. Louis Blues retired numbers No. Player Position Career Date retired 2 Al MacInnis D 1994–2004 April 9, 2006 3 Bob Gassoff D 1974–1977 October 1, 1977 5 Bob Plager D 1967–1978 February 2, 2017[59] 8 Barclay Plager D 1967–1977 March 24, 1981 11 Brian Sutter LW 1976–1988 December 30, 1988 16 Brett Hull RW 1987–1998 December 5, 2006 24 Bernie Federko C 1976–1989 March 16, 1991 44 Chris Pronger D 1995–2004 January 17, 2022[60]
In addition to the aforementioned numbers, the NHL also retired Wayne Gretzky's number 99 from use for all of its members teams, including the Blues, at the 2000 NHL All-Star Game.[61] Gretzky had previously played for the Blues in 1996, although the Blues did not retire his number prior to its league-wide retirement.
Numbers honored
7 – Garry Unger, Red Berenson, Joe Mullen and Keith Tkachuk, recognized with a mural of the four players in the lower seating bowl.
14 – Doug Wickenheiser, LW, 1984–1987, number honored and no longer issued. Recognized with a banner in the Enterprise Center rafters.
Dan Kelly, broadcaster, 1968–1989, recognized with an honorary shamrock that hangs from the rafters at Enterprise Center
First-round draft picks
Franchise regular season scoring leaders
These are the top-ten point-scorers, goal scorers, and assist leaders in franchise regular season history.[63] Figures are updated after each completed NHL regular season.
* – current Blues player
Note: Pos = Position; GP = Games played; G = Goals; A = Assists; Pts = Points; P/G = Points per game
Franchise playoff scoring leaders
These are the top-ten-point-scorers, goal scorers, and assist leaders in franchise playoff history.[64] Figures are updated after each completed NHL season.
* – current Blues player
Note: Pos = Position; GP = Games played; G = Goals; A = Assists; Pts = Points; P/G = Points per game
NHL awards and trophies
Franchise individual records
Most goals in a season: Brett Hull, 86 (1990–91)
Most assists in a season: Adam Oates, 90 (1990–91)
Most points in a season: Brett Hull, 131 (1990–91)
Most penalty minutes in a season: Bob Gassoff, 306 (1975–76)
Most points in a season, defenseman: Jeff Brown, 78 (1992–93)
Most points in a season, rookie: Jorgen Pettersson, 73 (1980–81)
Most wins in a season: Roman Turek, 42 (1999–2000)
Most shutouts in a season: Brian Elliott, 9 (2011–12)
Lowest GAA in a season (min 30 GP): Brian Elliott, 1.56 (2011–12)
Best SV% in a season (min 30 GP): Brian Elliott, .940 (2011–12)[65]
See also
Ice hockey portal
United States portal
List of St. Louis Blues general managers
List of St. Louis Blues head coaches
Sports in St. Louis
Notes
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Pronger was named captain of the St. Louis Blues in 1997.
Chris Pronger was one of the most dominant (and feared) defencemen in the National Hockey League.
Pronger was awarded the Norris Trophy as the league's top defenceman and the Hart Trophy as league MVP in 2000.
Born in Dryden, Ontario on October 10, 1974, Pronger was inclined to play hockey on a scholarship in the U.S., but changed his mind and joined the Peterborough Petes of the Ontario Hockey League. In his second season with the Petes, Chris was honoured by being selected to the league's First All-Star Team, was awarded the Max Kaminsky Trophy as the OHL's premiere defenceman, was also named the Canadian Hockey League's Best Defenceman and had the best plus/minus of any junior player in Canada. At the NHL Draft in June 1993, Chris Pronger was the second overall selection, chosen by the Hartford Whalers. He made his debut that fall and earned a spot on the 1993-94 NHL All-Rookie Team. After two seasons in Connecticut, Pronger was dealt to the St. Louis Blues for Brendan Shanahan.
Pronger helped lead the Anaheim Ducks to the Stanley Cup championship in 2007.
Under St. Louis coach/general manager Mike Keenan, Pronger flourished, and in 1997-98, his third season with the Blues, he was named captain and earned a spot on the NHL's Second All-Star Team. He was also the recipient of the NHL Plus/Minus Award. Chris had a career season in 1999-2000, collecting 62 points and also had a +52 plus/minus rating. He was named to the First All-Star Team, was awarded the James Norris Memorial Trophy as the league's top defenceman and won the coveted Hart Memorial Trophy as the NHL's most valuable player.
Pronger is a member of the IIHF Triple Gold Club by virtue of winning the Stanley Cup, Olympic gold and World Championship gold.
Injuries reduced Pronger to 51 games in 2000-01, and yet, he recorded 47 points. Injuries plagued him again in 2002-03, reducing his season to just five games, but he rebounded in 2003-04 and was again named to the Second All-Star Team.
After nine seasons in St. Louis, Chris was traded to the Edmonton Oilers in 2005. He would lead the Oilers to the Stanley Cup Final the following spring, and in the first game, became the first player in history to score on a penalty shot in a Stanley Cup Final contest. Although the Oilers lost to the Carolina Hurricanes, Pronger led his team with 21 points (5 goals and 16 assists) in 24 games, as well as a team-leading plus/minus of +10.
After a single season with the Oilers, Pronger was traded to the Anaheim Ducks, with whom he would return to the Stanley Cup Final in 2007. This time however the result would be much different, as Anaheim claimed the Stanley Cup title. To top off an extraordinary season, Pronger was selected to the Second All-Star Team.
Pronger led the Flyers to the Stanley Cup Final in 2010.
Prior to the 2007-08 season, Pronger was named captain of the Ducks, replacing Scott Niedermayer, who had decided at that time that he was not going to play. Although Niedermayer returned to the lineup late in the season, Pronger remained captain until the start of next season when Niedermayer was renamed captain. Pronger retained a role as alternate captain.
In June 2009, Pronger was traded to the Philadelphia Flyers. Pronger and the Flyers would reach the Stanley Cup Final in 2010, but were beaten by the Chicago Blackhawks. That summer, Chris underwent knee surgery, and combined with other injuries, had his season reduced to 50 games. By the start of the 2011-12 season, Pronger was given the captaincy of the Flyers, but in mid-December, playing just his 13th game, he was forced to end his season after suffering post-concussion syndrome and problems in his right eye after being struck by a stick earlier that season. The challenges did not subside, and Pronger would not return to the ice.
He concluded his NHL career with 157 goals and 541 assists for 698 points, as well as 1,590 penalty minutes in 1,167 regular season games, and also had 26 goals, 95 assists and 121 points in 173 playoff contests.
During his brilliant career, Chris also played internationally for Canada, winning Olympic gold medals with Team Canada in 2002 and 2010. Having also been part of Canada's World Championship in 1997, Chris Pronger is a member of the exclusive Triple Gold Club with a Stanley Cup, an Olympic gold medal and a World Championship.
The towering three-time NHL captain established himself as a fearless leader, and one of the finest defencemen in hockey history.
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Born Feb 07, 1991 -- Clinton, Ontario, Canada
Selected by Colorado Avalanche round 2 #33 overall 2009 NHL Entry Draft
Ryan O'Reilly (born February 7, 1991) is a Canadian professional ice hockey centre who plays for the Toronto Maple Leafs of the National Hockey League. He is the younger brother of former NHL player Cal O'Reilly.
O'Reilly was drafted 33rd overall in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft by the Colorado Avalanche. O'Reilly became the youngest player in Avalanche history to appear in a regular season game when he surprisingly made the opening night roster for the 2009–10 season. Ryan earned his first NHL point in his Avalanche debut on October 1, 2009 against the San Jose Sharks, becoming the first non-first round draft pick to immediately make the NHL in his post-draft year since Patrice Bergeron in 2003–04. He scored his first NHL goal, a game winner, on October 15, 2009 against Carey Price of the Montreal Canadiens. On October 19, 2009, following his strong play, the Avalanche announced that O'Reilly and his fellow 2009 draftee Matt Duchene would spend the entire season with the Avalanche. Initially leading all rookie forwards in scoring through October, O'Reilly recorded an assist in a 3-1 victory over the Detroit Red Wings on October 24, to cap a 7 game point streak, that stood as the longest by a rookie throughout the season.
On February 28, 2013, O'Reilly signed a two-year offer sheet with the Calgary Flames worth $10 Million. With a game coinciding between the two clubs on that day, the Avalanche announced during the contest that they opted to forgo compensation and secured O'Reilly to a contract by matching the Flames offer sheet.
O'Reilly made his international debut at the 2008 World U-17 Hockey Challenge scoring 6 points in 6 games as captain of gold winning Team Ontario. As an underage 17 year old, O'Reilly gained selection to Team Canada the 2008 Ivan Hlinka Memorial Tournament in Slovakia. He scored 5 points in 4 games as and was named game MVP in the final against Russia as he helped Canada capture the Gold Medal for the fourth time in five years.
The following year Ryan was selected as captain of Team Canada, at the 2009 IIHF World U18 Championships. In 6 games he contributed with 5 points before finishing in fourth place after losing 5-4 in the bronze medal game against Finland.
On June 26, 2015, the Avalanche traded O'Reilly, alongside Jamie McGinn, to the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for Nikita Zadorov, forward Mikhail Grigorenko, prospect J. T. Compher and the 31st pick in the 2015 NHL Entry Draft.
On July 2, O'Reilly then signed a seven-year contract extension with Buffalo worth $52.5 million, which comes into effect for the 2016–17 season. O'Reilly's signing came on the same day as the Sabres organization signed his brother Cal O'Reilly to a two-year contract.
After three seasons with the Sabres, O'Reilly was traded by Buffalo to the St Louis Blues in exchange for Tage Thompson, Vladimír Sobotka, Patrik Berglund, a 2019 1st round draft pick, and a 2021 2nd round draft pick.
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So the Chargers are leaving San Diego after 56 seasons, and returning to the city where they played their 1st season, in 1960: Los Angeles...
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Sports Teams That Almost Moved
So the Chargers are leaving San Diego after 56 seasons, and returning to the city where they played their 1st season, in 1960: Los Angeles.
They were long San Diego's favorite sports team, but mismanagement, and the constant tease of moving by owner Alex Spanos and his son Dean, have left San Diegans apathetic. Good riddance to bad rubbish, they seem to be saying.
This leaves San Diego with just 1 major league sports team, baseball's Padres. It also makes San Diego what Los Angeles was until this past September, when the Rams returned from St. Louis: The only city with an MLB team, but not a major league football team. (Toronto has the Blue Jays and the Canadian Football League's Argonauts, which is why I said, "a major league football team," and not "an NFL team.")
Now, after 21 seasons with no NFL team, L.A. will have 2 NFL teams that it doesn't really care about. As opposed to San Diego, which had 1 that it did care about, then 1 it didn't care about, and now none at all.
Don't expect San Diego to get a new NFL team, because they refused to build the Chargers a new stadium to replace the Mission Valley facility, previously known as San Diego Stadium and Jack Murphy Stadium, now named Qualcomm Stadium. Nor will they soon get an NBA or an NHL team, since their existing arena, formerly the San Diego Sports Arena and now the Valley View Convention Center, is old, small, and out of the way. (As opposed to The Murph/The Q, which is old and out of the way, but not small.)
The Padres have a nice new downtown ballpark. It was a big question mark as to whether it would get approved by the voters in 1998, but a well-timed Pennant changed that. They're not going anywhere.
Some moves are controversial. The Brooklyn Dodgers to Los Angeles in 1957-58. Baltimore losing the Colts to Indianapolis in 1984, and then taking the Cleveland Browns to become the Ravens in 1995-96. The Minnesota North Stars to become the Dallas Stars in 1993. The Hartford Whalers to become the Carolina Hurricanes in 1997. The Seattle SuperSonics to become the Oklahoma City Thunder in 2008. The Raiders to Los Angeles in 1982, back to Oakland in 1995, and now, apparently, to Las Vegas sometime in the next 3 years.
Some moves are not controversial, and happen with barely a peep. St. Louis essentially gave the Rams up without a fight a year ago.
Sports Teams That Almost Moved
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1941-42 St. Louis Browns to Los Angeles. World War II prevented that.
1952-53 St. Louis Cardinals to Milwaukee. A new owner prevented it.
1952-53 St. Louis Browns to Milwaukee. The Braves beat them to it.
1957-58 New York Giants to Minneapolis. They got offered San Francisco instead.
1961-62 Kansas City Athletics to Dallas. Charles O. Finley decided the Cotton Bowl was no place to play baseball. He was right.
1963-64 Kansas City Athletics to Louisville. Again, the lack of a proper ballpark stopped Charlie O.
1970-71 Chicago White Sox to Milwaukee. They'd already played 15 "home games" in Milwaukee in 1968 and '69, and were seriously considering it as the 1970 season dawned. But the Seattle Pilots beat them to it, becoming the Milwaukee Brewers.
1973-74 San Diego Padres to Washington. It nearly happened. Topps even printed baseball cards saying, "WASHINGTON NAT'L LEA," since the new name wasn't known. It was soon revealed to be the Washington Stars. Lawsuits tied the move up, and the team was sold instead to McDonald's boss Ray Kroc, who kept them in San Diego. If that hadn't happened, would the City of San Diego have worked a lot harder to keep the Chargers now, saving their status as a major league team?
1975-76: Chicago White Sox to Seattle, and Oakland Athletics to Chicago. Seattle wanted a team. The Allyn brothers, who owned the White Sox, were broke. And Charlie Finley wanted his team close to his home in Chicago. (So why move them to Oakland in 1967-68?) Bill Veeck bought the White Sox, and that was the end of that.
1975-76: San Francisco Giants to Toronto: A new buyer was found just in time to save the Giants for the City By the Bay.
1977-78: Oakland Athletics to Denver. Finley had a deal to sell the A's to Marvin Davis, who was going to put them in Mile High Stadium. (Davis, the basis for the Blake Carrington character on Dynasty, was no relation to Raiders boss Al Davis.) The City of Oakland wouldn't let the A's out of their lease, and the deal fell apart.
1978-79: Oakland Athletics to New Orleans. Finley nearly had a deal to sell the A's to guys who would put them in the Superdome. Again, Oakland wouldn't let them out of their lease. He tried again the next year to sell the A's to Marvin Davis, but, again, the City put the kibosh on it. Finally, he sold the team to Walter Haas, and the A's were saved for Oakland for another generation.
1987-88: Baltimore Orioles to Washington. After the Colts were taken out of Baltimore in the middle of the night, Baltimoreans were afraid that the Orioles' owner, Edward Bennett Williams, the Washington-based "superlaywer" who was once majority owner of the Washington Redskins, would do what Abe Pollin did with the Baltimore Bullets in 1973, and take them down the Baltimore-Washington Parkway. Instead, William Donald Schaefer, who lost the Colts as Mayor, was not going to make the same mistake as Governor, and got a deal for the Camden Yards stadiums, paving the way for the saving of MLB, and the restoration of the NFL, to Charm City.
1987-88: Pittsburgh Pirates to Miami. Once Joe Robbie Stadium (now Hard Rock Stadium) opened in the Miami suburbs, it was just a matter of time before South Florida got an MLB team. The 1st team to look into it was the Pirates. But a local group bought the team, built it back into a Pennant contender, and eventually secured the team's future in Pittsburgh with PNC Park.
1988-89: Chicago White Sox to Tampa Bay: The Florida Suncoast Dome (now Tropicana Field) was going to be ready for the 1990 season. White Sox owners Jerry Reinsdorf and Eddie Einhorn had had enough of keeping Comiskey Park standing, and were so desperate to get out that they were willing to take the financial losses from playing the 1989 season in tiny Al Lang Stadium under the name of the Florida White Sox, if the Illinois legislature voted down funding for a new ballpark. Through typically corrupt Chicago political shenanigans that actually worked in most people's favor, the funding got through, and the new Comiskey Park (now Guaranteed Rate Field) opened in 1991.
1989-90: Minnesota Twins to Tampa Bay. In spite of the 1987 World Series triumph, based solely on the home-field advantage of the Metrodome, Twins owner Carl Pohlad wanted a stadium he controlled, and not in frozen Minnesota. But he never got a deal to move the Twins to The Trop.
1992-93: San Francisco Giants to Tampa Bay. They would have been known as the St. Petersburg Giants. Again, a new buyer was found just in time to save the Giants for the City By the Bay.
1995-96: Seattle Mariners to Tampa Bay. If the Mariners hadn't won the American League Western Division title and beaten the Yankees in the AL Division Series, the bond issue to build what became Safeco Field would have failed, and they might have moved that very off-season. Tampa Bay had already gotten an expansion team that year, to begin play in 1998 as the Tampa Bay Devil Rays. But the people of Central Florida would have taken the Mariners (and, with the area's nautical tradition, the name wouldn't have had to be changed), resulting in a new city getting a team.
1995-96: Houston Astros to Washington. Both the Astros and the Oilers wanted out of the Astrodome. In MLB's case, with Denver, Miami, Tampa Bay and Phoenix already satisfied, D.C. was the obvious destination (as the Montreal Expos situation later showed). But the Astros got the concessions they wanted, and fans in the D.C. area had to wait until 2005.
Being the only 2 teams still playing in genuinely bad stadiums, the Oakland Athletics and the Tampa Bay Rays are now the likeliest to move. Most likely, though, they'll move to new stadiums in the same metro area.
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1979: Baltimore Colts to Jacksonville. Bob Irsay didn't necessarily want out of Baltimore, but he did want out of Memorial Stadium. It wasn't generating enough revenue, and it didn't have enough office and storage space for 1 major league sports team, let alone 2 (the Orioles and the Colts). He thought he had an agreement to move the team to the Gator Bowl, but he got some of the concessions he wanted. Thinking he might get the rest, he stayed... for another 5 seasons.
1984: Philadelphia Eagles to Phoenix. The gambling woes of Eagles owner Leonard Tose mounted, and he was resigned to selling the team. He found a buyer ready to move them to Sun Devil Stadium. But Norman Braman swooped in, and promised that the team would stay in Philly under his ownership. This saved Tose from becoming the most hated man in Philly sports history -- and, ironically, doomed Braman to become that, although, obviously, not at first. He did, however, prevent them from being moved.
1988: Houston Oilers to Jacksonville. Bud Adams loved Houston, but he didn't like the Astrodome, and he didn't like the city government. Like Irsay, he had a deal to move to Jacksonville, in case he didn't get what he wanted from Houston. He got enough of it to call the deal off. But not enough of it, and so he moved the team to Tennessee after the 1996 season.
1993: New England Patriots to St. Louis. A new domed stadium was coming to the River City, and James Busch Orthwein, of the St. Louis Anheuser-Busches, bought the team. There were also whispers that the Pats might go to Baltimore. So it looked like that Pats would leave their oversized high school stadium in the suburbs and their status as a joke franchise behind. But Bob Kraft bought the team just a year later, and so St. Louis would have to wait for the Rams. Ironically, the Rams and Pats would play each other in Super Bowl XXXVI.
1999: San Diego Padres to Washington... again. The Padres' 1998 Pennant, with their "YES ON C" banner on the right field fence at Qualcomm Stadium being shown all the way into the World Series, got the bond issue to build Petco Park passed. If it hadn't? Robert F. Kennedy Stadium in Washington was every bit as ready to welcome the team as it had been a quarter of a century earlier.
2001: New England Patriots to Hartford. Kraft, a Brookline native and the landlord at Foxboro Stadium, was committed to New England, but just as committed to getting out of a stadium that was totally unsuitable for an NFL team. He tried to get a new stadium in Boston proper, but failed. In 1998, the State of Connecticut decided to build a 60,000-seat stadium in East Hartford, to be ready for the 2001 season, offering it to the Pats and the University of Connecticut. Kraft loved the idea: It was still in New England, and just under 100 miles from downtown Boston. But the Commonwealth of Massachusetts stepped in with funding at the last minute, and Kraft was able to build what's now Gillette Stadium next door to the old stadium, which he demolished for the Patriot Place Mall. The East Hartford stadium, named Rentschler Field, was scaled back to 40,000 seats, about the right size for UConn.
2006: New Orleans Saints to San Antonio. This may have been the one that came the closest to happening -- because it did happen. Hurricane Katrina ruined the Superdome, forcing the Saints to play their home games on the road. Their season opener against the Giants was simply switched to the Meadowlands. They played the rest of their games at LSU's Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge and the Alamodome in San Antonio. For a while, it looked like the Alamodome would be the permanent solution. But the Superdome got the necessary repairs, and they've stayed put.
With the Rams and Chargers having moved to L.A., the next team to move is probably the Raiders. Now, L.A. is closed to them, but they've already taken the first few steps toward moving to Las Vegas. They still have to get a stadium built, though: Sam Boyd Stadium only seats 35,500.
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2001: Charlotte Hornets to Memphis. George Shinn's name had become mud in the Carolinas, and he had to get out. Memphis had the Pyramid Arena, with a deal to build a better arena, now named the FedEx Forum. But the Vancouver Grizzlies beat him to it, and so he moved the Hornets to New Orleans a year later.
2006: New Orleans Hornets to Oklahoma City. Like the Saints to San Antonio, this one happened in the short term, as what's now the Smoothie King Center is next-door to the Superdome. Being a smaller building, less needed to be done to fix it, and it was able to reopen late in the 2005-06 season. But the Hornets ended up playing 38 of their 41 "home games" at what's now the Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City, making the Oklahoma capital a viable NBA market. The Hornets ended up staying, although they gave the name back to Charlotte and became the New Orleans Pelicans. And OKC got the Seattle SuperSonics in 2008, as they became the Oklahoma City Thunder.
2011: Sacramento Kings to Anaheim and...
2012: Sacramento Kings to Seattle. What's now the Sleep Train Arena is in the middle of nowhere, not close to downtown Sacramento. The Kings wanted a new arena, and weren't getting one. Moving to Seattle and becoming the new SuperSonics made sense; moving to Anaheim, way too close to the Lakers and the Clippers, made none. But both deals came very close to happening. Finally, after the 2011-12 season ended, the City of Sacramento approved the Golden 1 Center downtown, and the Kings' future in California's capital is secure.
The NBA team most likely to move next? Hard to say. The Milwaukee Bucks looked like a candidate, but they're now building a new arena. The Minnesota Timberwolves and the Denver Nuggets appear to be suffering from market saturation, but have made no moves toward moving. Nobody has a convincing reason to want to move.
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1983: St. Louis Blues to Saskatoon. St. Louis-based Ralston Purina sold the money-losing Blues to Billy Hunter, the founding owner of the Edmonton Oilers, who wanted to build a new arena in Saskatoon, where they would be known as the Saskatchewan Blues. He got the deal for the arena and 18,000 commitments for season tickets. But the NHL Board of Governors knew Saskatoon was too small a market, and rejected the deal. Hunter sold the Blues to Harry Ornest, who kept them in St. Louis. Hunter did get his arena, now named the SaskTel Centre, home to the minor-league Saskatoon Blades.
1997: New Jersey Devils to Nashville. With what's now the Bridgestone Arena being built to be ready for the 1997-98 season, the City of Nashville offered it to Devils owner John McMullen. NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman, who hated the fact that cold-weather New York had 3 teams and that there were still several Sun Belt cities that had none, encouraged the idea -- and was subjected to boos and "Bettman sucks!" chants during the 1995 Stanley Cup Finals. McMullen apparently scared New Jersey officials, because negotiations to build a new arena began. Although a site next to Hoboken Terminal was suggested first, the better idea was the downtown Newark site, and the Prudential Center was built.
2007: New York Islanders to Kansas City. And...
2007: Pittsburgh Penguins to Kansas City. The Sprint Center opened in downtown K.C. in 2007, and both the Isles and the Pens needed new arenas. Both eventually got them: The Pens opened what's now PPG Paints Arena in 2010, and the Isles began sharing the Barclays Center in Brooklyn with the Nets in 2015.
2007: Nashville Predators to Hamilton. And...
2007: Nashville Predators to Kansas City. Predators owner Craig Leipold reached a deal to sell the team to Jim Balsillie, who wanted to move the team to his hometown of Hamilton, Ontario. But Hamilton is about halfway between Toronto and Buffalo. Both the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Buffalo Sabres invoked their territorial rights, and put the kibosh on the deal. So Leipold thought about Kansas City and their new arena. But Leipold ended up selling the team to a group that kept them in Nashville.
2009: Phoenix Coyotes to Hamilton. And...
2011: Phoenix Coyotes (back) to Winnipeg. And...
2012: Phoenix Coyotes to Quebec City. Strangely, the team now known as the Arizona Coyotes has never seriously approached Kansas City, which is still looking for an NBA or an NHL tenant for the Sprint Center. But the Yotes' bankruptcy has led to 3 near-moves, sidetracked by the Leafs and Sabres again saying no to Hamilton, and the Atlanta Thrashers preventing the original Winnipeg Jets from going back home. They now have an agreement to build an arena adjacent to Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, to open for the 2019-20 season. Right, because moving from Winnipeg to downtown Phoenix, and then from downtown to suburban Glendale, worked so well...
With Quebec City having built a new arena, Hamilton still trying to get around the Leafs and Sabres, and Seattle looking to build a new arena to lure an NHL team and an NBA team to take the place of the Sonics, it seems likely that another NHL team will make a serious bid to move in the next few years. The likeliest is the Florida Panthers, and then the Carolina Hurricanes.
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Kenny Agostino
Position: LW/C Number: 18 Years Played: 2016-17 Then: The AHL All-Star was honored with the Les Cunningham Award as the AHL’s Most Valuable Player and the John B. Sollenberger Trophy as the league’s top scorer after collecting 83 points and a league-leading 59 assists. Now: Plays for Dusseldorfer EG, a professional hockey team in Germany.
Andrew Agozzino
Position: LW/C Number: 9 Years Played: 2016-17 Then: Tallied 54 points in 71 regular-season games to rank third in scoring for the Wolves, leading the team with 11 power-play goals, before adding three goals and three assists in 10 playoff games. Now: Signed with the Anaheim Ducks for the 2023-24 season.
Jake Allen
Position: G Number: 35 Years Played: 2013-14 Then: The Baz Bastien Memorial Award winner for the league’s best goaltender appeared in 52 regular-season games in 2013-14. He collected a 33-16-0 record to go with his AHL best 2.03 goals-against average, league best .928 save-percentage, the AHL’s most shutouts with seven and the most wins with 33. Now: Finished the 2023-24 season as a member of the New Jersey Devils after spending four seasons with the Montreal Canadiens.
Bryan Little
Position: C Number: 28 Years Played: 2007-08 Then: The Atlanta Thrashers’ first-round pick in 2006 split the 2007-08 season between the Wolves and Thrashers. He contributed 9 goals and 16 assists in 34 regular-season games before upping the ante in the playoffs with 8 goals and 5 assists while appearing in all 24 postseason contests for the 2008 Calder Cup champions. Now: Ended playing after the 2019-20 season after spending nine seasons with the Winnipeg Jets.
Alex Lyon
Position: G Number: 34 Years Played: 2021-22 Then: Lyon was featured as the starting goaltender along with fellow netminder Pyotr Kochetkov during the Wolves’ 2022 title run. Lyon started in 30 regular-season games in 2022, finishing second among all AHL goalies in goals-against average (2.16) and was tied for third in shutouts (three). Starting in 12 Calder Cup playoff games, Lyon backstopped nine wins, 300 saves and two shutouts. Now: In 2023-24, Lyon established himself as a true NHL netminder, accumulating a 21-18-5 record in 44 starts for the Detroit Red Wings, a 3.05 goals-against average and a 0.904 save percentage.
Mackenzie MacEachern
Position: LW Number: 15 Years Played: 2016-18 Then: The Michigan native spent two seasons with the Wolves, scoring 21 points in 101 regular-season games as well as adding two goals and an assist in 10 playoff contests in 2016-17. Now: Signed a two-year one-way contract with the St. Louis Blues on July 1, 2023. MacEachern played in 34 games for the Springfield Thunderbirds in 2023-24 compiling 19 points (six goals, 13 assists).
Brooks Macek
Position: RW Number: 17 Years Played: 2018-19 Then: In his first season of professional hockey in North America, Macek ranked third on the team with 60 points in 64 contests and finished the regular season with a +22 plus/minus rating. He tallied five goals and an assist in 17 postseason games to help the Wolves to the Calder Cup Finals. Now: Played the last five years with Automobilist Yekaterinburg of the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL).
Spencer Machacek
Position: RW Number: 8 Years Played: 2008-11 Then: Scored at least 20 goals in each of his three seasons with the Wolves. Machacek posted 64 goals and 86 assists in 223 regular-season appearances. During the 2010 playoffs, he paced the Wolves with 7 goals in 13 games. Machacek represented the Wolves in the 2011 AHL All-Star Game. Now: Spent the last six seasons with Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL)’s Wolfsburg Grizzly Adams.
Drew MacIntyre
Position: G Number: 30, 35 Years Played: 2009-11 Then: Posted a 32-22-3 record with 3 shutouts, a 2.66 goals-against average and a .913 save percentage in 61 regular-season games. Also appeared in five playoff games in 2010 and went 1-2-0 with 1 shutout. Now: Finished his playing career with the Oju Eagles in 2018-19.
Derek MacKenzie
Position: C Number: 24 Years Played: 2001-07 Then: Only Steve Maltais and Bob Nardella have appeared in more Wolves regular-season games than MacKenzie, who piled up 83 goals and 101 assists in 377 contests. MacKenzie, who served as captain in 2005-06, shares eighth on the team’s all-time goals list (83) and ranks 10th in penalty minutes (441). During his rookie year, MacKenzie contributed 25 points in 68 regular-season games before amassing 4 goals and 2 assists while playing in all 25 playoff games for the 2002 Calder Cup champions. He holds the franchise record for short-handed goals with 25. Now: Currently is an assistant coach with the Nashville Predators.
Brian Maloney
Position: LW Number: 19, 20 Years Played: 2002-06 Then: Delivered 32 goals and 40 assists in 218 regular-season games. He enjoyed his most productive season in 2005-06 when he scored a career-high 16 goals and added 18 assists while finishing fourth on the team with 143 penalty minutes. Now: Finished his third season, his second as head coach, with the Chilliwack Chiefs of the British Columbia Hockey League (BCHL).
Steve Maltais
Position: LW Number: 11 Years Played: 1994-2005 Then: The second player in Wolves history to have his number retired and raised to the Allstate Arena rafters, Maltais owns virtually every single-season and career team record. He’s the all-time regular-season leader in goals (454), assists (497), points (951), penalty minutes (1,061), hat tricks (18), power-play goals (195), game-winning goals (67) and games (839). He’s also the all-time postseason leader in goals (63), assists (65), points (128) and games (142). He set the team’s single-season record for goals with 60 in 1996-97. He was a three-time pick for the IHL’s First All-Star Team, a two-time pick for the IHL’s Second All-Star Team and made the AHL’s Second All-Star Team once. Won the Leo Lamoureux Memorial Trophy (IHL regular-season scoring champion) in 1999-2000 and the John B. Sollenberger Trophy (AHL regular-season scoring champion) in 2002-03. Now: He lives in Itasca with his wife and son.
Peter Mannino
Position: G Number: 33 Years Played: 2009-11 Then: Posted a 42-22-5 record with 2 shutouts, 2.75 goals-against average and .906 save percentage during two seasons with the Wolves. He went 26-5-1 with a 2.34 GAA and .921 save percentage during the 2009-10 regular season, then went 6-5-0 with two shutouts during the playoffs as the Wolves reached the Western Conference semifinals. Now: Serves as the assistant coach for the Colorado College Tigers.
chris Marinucci
Position: C Number: 15 Years Played: 1997-2000 Then: Rolled up 99 goals, 121 assists and 220 points in 240 regular-season games spread over three seasons. Ranked third in scoring for the 1998 Turner Cup champions as he notched 75 points during the regular season before added 7 goals and 6 assists in the playoffs. Finished second on the 1998-99 squad in goals (41) and points (81) and took third on the 2000 Turner Cup champions with 64 points during the regular season (31 goals, 33 assists). Ranks fifth on the Wolves all-time list with 99 goals. Earned IHL Second All-Star Team recognition in 1998-99. Now: Serves as the supervisor for Essar Steel’s pellet plant and owns Nuch’s In the Corner, a gas station/U-Haul dealer in Grand Rapids, Minn. He serves on the Grand Rapids Amateur Hockey Association board and spent three years as a coach for Grand Rapids High.
Steve Martins
Position: C Number: 14, 26 Years Played: 1997-98, 2000-01, 2006-09 Then: During his three tours with the team, Martins piled up 64 goals, 129 assists and 307 penalty minutes in 262 regular-season games. He ranked fifth on the 1998 Turner Cup champions with 61 regular-season points. During the playoffs, he added 6 goals and 14 assists in 21 games. Martins finished sixth in regular-season scoring for the 2008 Calder Cup champions (17 goals, 40 assists) and added 2 goals and 7 assists in 22 postseason games. He earned the team’s Tim Breslin Unsung Hero award in 2009 and ranks ninth on the Wolves’ all-time lists for assists (129) and points (193). Now: Is the varsity head coach and director of hockey operations for Barrington High School in Chicago’s northwest suburbs.
Mark Matheson
Position: D Number: 25 Years Played: 2010-13 Then: “Maddog” spent three full seasons with the Wolves and contributed 17 goals, 52 assists and a plus-31 plus/minus rating in 197 regular-season games. Matheson also earned the Tim Breslin Unsung Hero Award and appeared in five playoff games in 2012. Now: Retired from professional hockey in 2021-22 as a member of UK’s Elite Ice Hockey League’s (EIHL) Nottingham Panthers.
wade megan
Position: C Number: 12, 22 Years Played: 2016-18 Then: Ranks 34th in all-time Wolves scoring, posting 99 points in 136 regular-season games, and led the team in 2016-17 with his +27 plus/minus rating and seven game-winning goals. He was awarded the AHL’s Willie Marshall Award in 2016-17 as the league’s top goal scorer (33) and was named to the AHL’s first all-star team Now: The Canton native retired with the Red Wings organization in 2019 to focus on running the NoCo Hockey, the skills camp he founded in 2016 for area kids at SUNY Canton.
Kip Miller
Position: C Number: 9 Years Played: 1996-97, 2005-06 Then: After finishing third in scoring for the 1996-97 team (11 goals, 41 assists), Miller spent most of the next eight years in the NHL before returning to Chicago for the 2005-06 season. He finished second on that squad in scoring (19 goals, 40 assists). Now: Michigan State inducted Miller, the 1990 Hobey Baker Memorial Award winner, into Michigan State’s Hall of Fame on Sept. 12, 2013. Miller owns and operates Biggby Coffee in Traverse City, Mich.
Joe Motzko
Position: RW Number: 3, 18, 21 Years Played: 2007-09 Then: Produced 35 goals and 43 assists in just 97 regular-season games. He joined the 2007-08 team with less than two months to go in the regular season and racked up 6 goals and 16 assists in 24 games. He proceeded to play in 16 of the 24 postseason games and added 2 goals and 9 assists for the 2008 Calder Cup champions. Motzko led the 2008-09 team in goals (29) and points (56). Now: After spending four years with ERC Ingolstadt in Germany, Motzko played for EC Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2013-14. Played a game with Ritten/Renon in Italy during the 2014-15 season.
Troy Murray
Position: C Number: 19 Years Played: 1996-97 Then: Murray capped a sterling professional career by serving as captain for the 1996-97 Wolves. He ranked third on the team with 21 goals and fourth with 50 points in 81 regular-season games. He added 2 assists in 4 postseason appearances. Now: Color analyst for the Chicago Blackhawks on NBC Sports Chicago and radio broadcasts.
Jeremy Mylymok
Position: D Number: 5 Years Played: 1997-2000 Then: Contributed 4 goals, 8 assists and 202 penalty minutes in 74 regular-season games spanning three seasons. Joined the franchise late in the 1997-98 season and played in just eight regular-season games before appearing in all 22 postseason games for the 1998 Turner Cup champions. Now: Works with the Notre Dame Hounds of the CSSBHL, his second year as head coach. Also serving as the general manager for the Florida Jr. Panthers and runs his own hockey camps in McCall, Idaho for over 15 years.
Bob Nardella
Position: D Number: 4, 7 Years Played: 1994-95, 1997-2004, 2005-06 Then: Remains one of the productive and decorated players in Wolves history. Nardella ranks second on the franchise’s all-time regular-season list for games (476) fifth in assists (239) and sixth in points (298). He scored 48 points in 65 regular-season games for the 1997-98 squad before adding 5 goals and 13 assists in 22 postseason games for the 1998 Turner Cup champions. He finished fifth in regular-season points (46) in 1999-2000 and led the team with 11 assists during the 16-game march to the 2000 Turner Cup. He added 26 points in 52 games in 2001-02, but stepped forward in the postseason with 5 goals and 9 assists in 24 games for the 2002 Calder Cup champions. Earned IHL Second All-Star Team recognition in 1999-2000. Now: Nardella became Head Coach of the Chicago Wolves for the 2023-24 season. He was inducted into the Illinois Hockey Hall of Fame in January 2013. He runs RJN Supplies Inc. in Rosemont.
Stefan Noesen
Position: RW Number: 23 Years Played: 2021-22 Then: Amassed 48 goals, 37 assists and 112 penalty minutes in his only season with the Wolves. His 25 points (nine goals, 16 assists) in 18 games led Chicago to the 2022 Calder Cup. Now: The Plano, Texas native is in his second consecutive season with the Carolina Hurricanes where he produced 37 points (14 goals, 23 assists) in 81 games across the 2023-24 season. He is set to become an unrestricted free agent in the summer of 2024.
Brian Noonan
Position: RW Number: 16 Years Played: 1999-2001 Then: Rolled up 51 goals, 64 assists and 183 penalty minutes in 162 regular-season appearances. nan ranked fourth on the team in goals (30) and points (62) during the 1999-2000 regular season before adding 4 goals and 7 assists in the postseason for the 2000 Turner Cup champions. He also ranked fourth on the 2000-01 squad with 53 points. Now: The Elmhurst native coaches the Naperville North High School hockey club.
Pasi Nurminen
Position: G Number: 31 Years Played: 2001-02 Then: Posted a 9-9-1 record with a 2.93 goals-against average during the 2001-02 regular season before handling the lion’s share of the goaltending duties during the march to the 2002 Calder Cup championship. Nurminen appeared in 21 of the 25 games and notched a 15-5 record with 2 shutouts and a 1.94 GAA. For his efforts, he received the Jack A. Butterfield Trophy that goes to the most valuable player in the Calder Cup playoffs. Now: Serves as a goaltending consultant for the Finnish National team. He just wrapped his fifth season as an assistant coach for Pelicans, a team Nurminen partially owns that plays in Finland’s Elite professional league.
Nathan Oystrick
Position: D Number: 22 Years Played: 2005-08, 2009-10 Then: Produced 37 goals, 77 goals and 317 penalty minutes in 205 regular-season games spread over four seasons. During his rookie season, 2006-07, Oystrick ranked fifth on the team with 32 assists and 47 points and earned AHL Second All-Star Team recognition. He scored 43 points in 80 regular-season games for the 2007-08 squad, then added 3 goals and 8 assists in 24 postseason appearances for the 2008 Calder Cup champions. Now: Oystrick currently coaches for the Wausau Cyclones.
Ondrej Pavelec
Position: G Number: 30, 31 Years Played: 2007-08, 2010-11 Then: Pavelec recorded a 51-37-5 record with 5 shutouts during 93 regular-season games for the Wolves, but he became a franchise legend for his work in the 2008 Calder Cup playoffs. He played all but 17 minutes of the 24-game postseason march to the Cup — finishing with a 16-8 record, 2 shutouts and a 2.34 goals-against average. Now: Ended his 11-year career in 2018 after appearing in 19 games for the NHL’s New York Rangers that season.
Scott Pearson
Position: LW Number: 22 Years Played: 1997-2000 Then: Provided 76 goals and 44 assists in 217 regular-season games spread across three seasons. Pearson played a huge role on the 1998 Turner Cup champions as he ranked second with 34 goals and first with 225 penalty minutes. He added a team-high 12 goals in 22 postseason games. Pearson finished third on the 1998-99 team with 23 goals and added 19 regular-season goals for the 2000 Turner Cup champions. His 503 penalty minutes rank sixth on the team’s all-time list. Now: Serves as vice president of corporate facility and meetings for MedAssets, an Alpharetta, Ga., financial firm that works with hospitals and other health care firms. His son, Chase, was drafted 140th overall by the Detroit Red Wings in 2015.
Brian Pellerin
Position: RW Number: 10 Years Played: 1994-96 Then: Added to the franchise midway through the inaugural season, Pellerin contributed 4 goals, 1 assist and 80 penalty minutes in 24 games for the 1994-95 squad. He added 2 assists during the playoffs. He contributed 4 goals and 8 assists in 57 games for the 1995-96 team. Now: Is an assistant coach for the WHL’s Tri-City Americans.
Kamil Piros
Position: C Number: 18 Years Played: 2001-04 Then: Contributed 39 goals and 59 assists in 166 regular-season games. Piros ranked fourth in regular-season points during 2001-02 with 19 goals and 30 assists. He tacked on 6 goals and 11 assists during the playoffs for the 2002 Calder Cup champions. Now: Retired after three full seasons with Litvinov HC of the Czech Extraliga. He split the previous nine seasons between Russia, Germany, Sweden, Switzerland and the Czech Republic.
Dan Plante
Position: RW Number: 25, 27, 32 Years Played: 1998-2002 Then: A workhorse on four Wolves squads, Plante produced 58 goals, 49 assists and 292 penalty minutes in 306 regular-season contests. He notched 11 goals and 11 assists during the 1999-2000 regular season before adding 3 goals and 1 assist in 8 games for the 2000 Turner Cup champions. Plante contributed 11 goals and 15 assists during the 2001-02 regular season for the 2002 Calder Cup champions. Now: Works as an agent for Forward Hockey.
Derek Plante
Position: C Number: 14 Years Played: 1999-2000 Then: Assigned by the Chicago Blackhawks to the Wolves on Feb. 9, 2000, Plante posted 2 goals and 1 assist in 4 games before returning to the Blackhawks. Plante returned to the Wolves midway through the 2000 playoffs and contributed 3 goals and 1 assists in 8 games for the Turner Cup champions. Now: Spent six season as an assistant coach for his alma mater, Minnesota-Duluth, where he is the associate head coach today. The Bulldogs won the NCAA championship during Plante’s first year on the staff. He is a current assistant coach for the Chicago Blackhawks after joining the organization in 2022.
Mark Popovic
Position: D Number: 7 Years Played: 2005-07 Then: Notched 28 goals and 50 assists in two seasons for the Wolves — both of which he finished among the top 10 in team scoring. Popovic enjoyed his better season in 2006-07 when he provided 16 goals and 24 assists during the regular season before adding 3 goals and 6 assists in 15 playoff games. Now: Retired in 2017 after two seasons with Klagenfurter AC of Austria’s Erste Bank Eishockey Liga (EBEL).
Paul Postma
Position: D Number: 2 Years Played: 2009-11 Then: Provided 27 goals and 47 asists in 132 regular-season appearances. Postma ranked fourth in assists (33) and sixth in points (45) for the 2010-11 team and was voted by the fans into the 2011 American Hockey League all-star game. Now: Last played with Klagenfurt AC of the ICEHL in 2023-24.
Andrew Poturalski
Position: C Number: 22 Years Played: 2021-22 Then: Poturalski made an immediate impact for the Wolves on and off the ice. As captain of the team, he led all Wolves skaters in points (101) and assists (73). He was an essential member of the 2022 Calder Cup team, adding 23 points on the way to the title. Now: After playing two games in the NHL for the Seattle Kraken in 2023-24, Poturalski returned to the Coachella Valley Firebirds and scored 51 points in 60 games.
Ty rattie
Position: RW Number: 7, 8, 20 Years Played: 2013-17 Then: His 48 points led the 2013-14 squad, making him the first Wolves rookie to ever lead the team in scoring during the regular season, while his 46 points in 2015-16 and 42 points in 2014-15 ranked third both seasons. The 2014-15 AHL All-Star ended his Wolves career with 141 points in 215 games, ranking 18th on the Wolves’ all-time list. Now: After six seasons in the AHL and NHL, Rattie has played back-to-back seasons with Linkopings HC.
Steve Reinprecht
Position: C Number: 29 Years Played: 2011-12 Then: After being acquired in an early-season trade, the long-time NHL veteran ranked fourth on the Wolves in points with 13 goals and 30 assists in 57 regular-season games. Now: Inducted into the University of Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame in 2014. Served as a volunteer assistant coach for the University of Denver in 2018-19, as well as acting as an assistant coach for Germany at the World Championships that year.
Jamie Rivers
Position: D Number: 24 Years Played: 2008-09 Then: After playing in 454 National Hockey League games, Rivers joined the Wolves for the 2008-09 season and ranked sixth on the squad with 24 assists. He served as the captain for that team and added 4 goals in 69 regular-season games. He’s the younger brother of Wolves original Shawn Rivers. Now: Served as head coach and general manager for the St. Charles Chill, a Central Hockey League team in Missouri. Rivers also co-owns a skill-development company called Bar Down Hockey Skills.
Shawn Rivers
Position: D Number: 24 Years Played: 1994-96 Then: The older brother of former Wolves defenseman Jamie Rivers ranked sixth on the 1994-95 team with 37 points (8 goals, 29 assists). He added 7 points in 21 games in 1995-96. Now: He’s the founder and owner of PromoGraphix, Inc., an advertising signage company based in Ottawa, Ont. Rivers also makes community appearances on behalf of the Ottawa Senators Alumni group.
Gordie Roberts
Position: D Number: 21 Years Played: 1994-95 Then: Started the Wolves’ first game on Oct. 1, 1994, and assisted on the first goal in franchise history. Roberts finished with 6 goals and 22 assists in 68 regular-season games and played in all three playoff games. Now: The United States Hockey Hall of Famer coached six seasons of Minnesota high school boys hockey, four as head coach for Elk River (Minn.) and two as an assistant coach for Maple Grove.
Tommi Santala
Position: LW Number: 22, 29 Years Played: 2003-05 Then: Recorded 23 goals and 62 assists in 117 regular-season appearances for the Wolves. Ranked third on the 2004-05 squad with 40 assists during the regular season, then he piled up 5 goals and 6 assists in 18 postseason games for the 2005 Calder Cup finalists. Now: Announced his retirement in 2019 after competing with Liiga’s HIFK in Finland in 2018-19.
Jordan Schmaltz
Position: D Number: 24 Years Played: 2015-17 Then: Schmaltz led Wolves defensemen and ranked fifth overall on the team in scoring with 36 points in 2015-16. In 113 career games, he scored nine goals and 52 assists from the blue line. Now: Most recently played for Kloten HC of the Swiss-A League in 2022-23.
Jesse Schultz
Position: RW Number: 9 Years Played: 2007-08 Then: Ranked fourth in goals (26) and points (66) while playing in 80 regular-season games. Schultz went on to finish fourth in goals (8) and points (14) while playing in all 24 postseason games for the 2008 Calder Cup champions. Now: Hasn’t played hockey since 2021-22 with the Cincinnati Cyclones.
Al Secord
Position: LW Number: 20 Years Played: 1994-96 Then: Five years after closing out an illustrious National Hockey League career, Secord joined the Wolves in 1994 and picked up where he left off with 21 goals, 28 assists and 303 penalty minutes in 105 regular-season games. Secord shared eighth on the 1994-95 squad with 33 points in 59 games and added 1 goal and 1 assist in the playoffs. Now: Secord works as a pilot for American Airlines. He earned his pilot’s license during his playing days.
Alexander Semak
Position: C/RW Number: 33 Years Played: 1997-98 Then: Finished fourth in goals (26) and points (61) in 67 regular-season games before hitting his stride in the postseason. Semak delivered 10 goals, 17 assists and a team-high 27 points to lead the Wolves to the 2008 Turner Cup title. For his efforts, he earned the N.R. “Bud” Poile Trophy that went to the Most Valuable Player in the playoffs. Now: Enters his second season as the Director of Hockey Operations for Agidel Ufa of the womens Zhenskaya Hockey League in Russia.
Richard Shulmistra
Position: G Number: Years Played: 2000-01 Then: Put together a terrific regular season while splitting the goaltending duties with Wendell Young. Shulmistra posted a 20-8-0 record with 4 shutouts, a 1.89 goals-against average and .937 save percentage. Then during the playoffs, he went 7-3 with 2 shutouts and a 2.03 GAA for the 2001 Turner Cup finalists. Now: A vice president and Credit Portfolio Analyst at First Citizens Bank in Raleigh/Durham, N.C. Shulmistra also serves as a coach for the Carolina Jr. Hurricanes.
Ben Simon
Position: C Number: 8 Years Played: 2001-03, 2004-05 Then: Produced 37 goals and 50 assists in 196 regular-season contests. Enjoyed his most productive season in 2001-02 when he ranked eighth on the team with 34 points (11 goals, 23 assists). He added 2 goals and 3 assists while appearing in all 25 postseason games for the 2002 Calder Cup champions. Now: Currently serves as an assistant coach for the Iowa Wild.
Brian Sipotz
Position: D Number: 5 Years Played: 2004-10 Then: Contributed 9 goals and 45 assists during six full seasons with the Wolves. His 369 regular-season games shares fifth on the team’s all-time appearances list. His 55 postseason games rank eighth on that list. Sipotz played in 21 of 24 games during the 2008 postseason and notched 4 assists for the Calder Cup champions. He also earned the 2008 Tim Breslin Unsung Hero award for all of his efforts. Now: Sipotz, who earned a degree in exercise physiology from the University of Miami (Ohio), owns and operates Advantage Strength and Conditioning in Ann Arbor, Mich.
Jarrod Skalde
Position: C Number: 10 Years Played: 2001-02 Then: Ranked second on the 2001-02 team in assists (37) and third in points (52) in just 64 games. Skalde was recalled by Atlanta on March 5, 2002, and traded to the Philadelphia Flyers in a deal that netted Joe DiPenta for the Wolves. Now: Coach of the Japan National Team.
Tim Stapleton
Position: RW Number: 23 Years Played: 2009-11 Then: The Forest Park, Ill., native provided 31 goals and 32 assists in just 77 regular-season games for the Wolves spanning two seasons. Stapleton ranked second on the 2009-10 team with 30 goals and 59 points during the regular season, then he led the way during the Calder Cup playoffs with 4 goals and 9 assists in 14 games. Now: Retired after splitting the 2017-18 season between the NLB’s Olten EHC and the Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL)’s ERC Ingolstadt.
Brett Sterling
Position: LW Number: 29 Years Played: 2006-10, 2012-13, 2016-2018 Then: The most prolific goal-scorer the Wolves franchise has known outside of Steve Maltais, Sterling racked up 193 goals and 169 assists in 408 regular-season games spread over seven seasons. He ranks second on the team’s all-time list in goals, fourth in points and sixth in assists. Sterling burst on the scene as a rookie in 2006-07 and earned the Willie Marshall Award as the AHL’s leading goal-scorer (55 goals) as well as the Dudley “Red” Garrett Memorial Award as the league’s top rookie. He earned a spot in the 2007, 2008, 2010 and 2013 AHL All-Star games, which doubles as the four seasons in which he led the Wolves in goals. He earned a spot on the AHL’s First All-Star Team in 2006-07 and Second All-Star Team in 2007-08. Now: Finished his 12-year professional career with the Wolves in 2017-18.
Karl Stewart
Position: LW Number: 6 Years Played: 2003-06 Then: Provided 48 goals, 58 assists and 596 penalty minutes during 284 regular-season appearances for the Wolves. During his rookie season (2003-04), Stewart ranked fourth with 32 assists and fifth with 42 points while leading the team with 186 penalty minutes. He scored a professional-best 22 goals in 2005-06. Now: Retired after six seasons with the Straubing Tigers of the Deutsche Eishockey League (DEL), his last three seasons as an assistant captain.
Colin Stuart
Position: LW Number: 23 Years Played: 2004-09 Then: Notched 51 goals and 41 assists in 284 regular-season appearances spanning five seasons. Enjoyed his most productive regular season in 2006-07 when he ranked sixth on the team with 18 goals and added 11 assists. During 2007-08, Stuart posted 16 points in 58 regular-season games before adding 3 goals and 3 assists while playing in all 24 postseason games for the 2008 Calder Cup champions. Now: Before retiring, Stuart split time between Malmö of the HockeyAllsvenskan in Sweden and the Providence Bruins of the AHL in 2014-15.
Brad Tapper
Position: RW Number: 14 Years Played: 2001-04 Then: Recorded 24 goals and 34 assists in 98 regular-season games spread across three seasons. Ranked seventh on the 2001-02 team with 14 goals in 50 games. Tapper played in 19 postseason games that year and provided 3 goals and 4 assists for the 2002 Calder Cup champs. Now: Currently a co-trainer with the ERC Ingolstadt in the DEL.
Tom Tilley
Position: D Number: 21 Years Played: 1997-2001 Then: Wrapped up a 12-year professional career with 17 goals and 141 assists in four seasons with the Wolves. Ranked third in assists (48) and sixth in points (58) during the 1997-98 regular season before putting up a team-high-tying 17 assists in 22 postseason games for the 1998 Turner Cup champions. Led the 1998-99 squad with 55 assists and took fourth with 60 points. Contributed 36 regular-season points and 7 postseason points for the 2000 Turner Cup champions. Earned IHL Second All-Star Team recognition in 1998-99. Now: Serves as the managing partner for the DVS Group, a Kansas City firm that helps orchestrate business mergers and acquisitions.
Kerry Toporowski
Position: D Number: 77 Years Played: 1996-97 Then: Racked up a team-high 231 penalty minutes and added 1 goal with 4 assists in 51 regular-season games during his lone season with the Wolves. Now: Serves as a financial advisor for Lensch, Toporowski and Associates in the Quad Cities. Also coaches youth hockey.
Andrei Trefilov
Position: G Number: 30 Years Played: 1999-2000 Then: After spending parts of seven seasons in the NHL, Trefilov joined the Wolves for one season and shared goaltending duties with Wendell Young. He posted a 21-9-3 record with 3 shutouts and a 2.36 goals-against average during the regular season, then produced a 7-1 mark with 1 shutout and a 1.35 GAA as he helped steer the Wolves to the 2000 Turner Cup title. For his efforts, Trefilov earned the Norman R. “Bud” Poile Trophy that went to the Most Valuable Player in the playoffs. Now: Works as an agent for Sports Consulting Group Europe and focuses on representing Russian players.
T.J. Tynan
Position: C/RW Number: 18 Years Played: 2017-19 Then: The Orland Park native ranks 22nd in all-time Wolves scoring with 131 points in 141 career games and has added 15 postseason points. In 2018-19, he tied for the team lead, and third in AHL, with 71 points and received the AHL’s award for the league’s assist leader with 59 helpers. The 2018 AHL All-Star is one of four Wolves players to score two shorthanded goals in a single game and led the team in 2017-18 with five shorthanded goals. In 2018, he was awarded the Tim Breslin Unsung Hero Award, named for his former youth hockey coach. Now: Spent the last two seasons playing for the Ontario Reign.
Boris Valabik
Position: D Number: 3, 4, 6, 27 Years Played: 2006-11 Then: Recorded 4 goals, 25 assists and 609 penalty minutes in 174 regular-season appearances for the Wolves. His penalty minutes rank third on the team’s all-time list. The 6-foot-7, 245-pound Valabik provided 1 goal and 7 assists during the 2007-08 regular season, but amped up his production during the postseason with 3 goals in 24 games for the 2008 Calder Cup champions. Now: Retired and recently competed in Let’s Dance, the Slovak version of Dancing with the Stars.
Dennis Vial
Position: LW/D Number: 2, 10, 18 Years Played: 1997-98 Then: Posted 2 goals, 7 assists and 299 penalty minutes in 79 regular-season games. Had 1 goal and 3 assists in 24 games for the 1997-98 squad and appeared in one postseason game for the 1998 Turner Cup champions. Now: Vial is part-owner of The Ultimate Sports Kit, which sells shaving kits with NHL logos.
J.P. Vigier
Position: Rw Number: 16 Years Played: 2001-03, 2004-05 Then: Vigier racked up 83 goals and 84 assists in 201 regular-season appearances for the Wolves. He ranked third on the 2001-02 squad with 25 regular-season goals and added 7 goals with 7 assists during the playoffs for the 2002 Calder Cup champions. Vigier also led the 2004-05 team in scoring with 70 points (29 goals, 41 assists) to earn Second All-Star Team honors from the AHL. He added 5 goals and 6 assists in the playoffs for the 2005 Calder Cup finalists. Now: Vigier retired after the 2011-12 season and works as a youth hockey instructor in Winnipeg.
Greg Walters
Position: LW Number: 48, 77 Years Played: 1994-96 Then: Acquired from Fort Wayne midway through the Wolves’ inaugural season, Walters posted 5 goals, 11 assists and 364 penalty minutes in 68 regular-season appearances. He recorded 254 penalty minutes — second on the team — in 50 games during 1995-96. Now: After eight years as an assistant coach for the OHL’s Sarnia Sting and eight years as the head coach and general manager for the Georgetown Raiders of the Ontario Junior Hockey League (OJHL), Walters served as head coach of the OHL’s Oshawa Generals in 2018-19.
Mike Weaver
Position: D Number: 23 Years Played: 2001-04 Then: Provided 7 goals and 24 assists in 169 regular-season games for the Wolves. Weaver posted 10 points in 58 regular-season games during the 2001-02 regular season, then added 1 goal and 3 assists while playing in all 25 postseason games for the 2002 Calder Cup champions. Now: Retired with the Montreal Canadiens in 2014-15 after 10 full seasons in the NHL.
Tim Wedderburn
Position: D Number: 15 Years Played: 2004-07 Then: Handed out 16 assists in 139 regular-season games spread across three seasons. Wedderburn enjoyed a plus-28 plus/minus rating during his time with the Wolves. He provided 1 goal and 2 assists while playing in all 18 postseason games for the 2005 Calder Cup finalists. Now: Played in Scotland through 2012, but has not joined a team since.
Noah Welch
Position: D Number: 3 Years Played: 2009-11 Then: Contributed 3 goals and 15 assists in 87 regular-season games. Welch provided 1 goal and 4 assists in 37 regular-season games during the 2009-10 season before adding 2 assists while playing all 14 postseason games. Now: Played for the United States in the 2018 Olympic Games, serving as assistant captain. Retired in 2018 after seven seasons in the SHL (Swedish Hockey League).
Brian Wiseman
Position: C Number: 9 Years Played: 1994-96 Then: Served as the starting center during the Wolves’ inaugural game on Oct. 1, 1994. Proceeded to deliver 50 goals and 110 assists in 148 regular-season games. He led the 1994-95 squad with 55 assists and finished third on the 1995-96 team with 55 assists and 88 points. Now: Named an assistant coach of the San Jose Sharks in 2022.
Tyler Wong
Position: RW Number: 8 Years Played: 2017-19 Then: The 2019 Dan Snyder Man of the Year Award recipient played in 122 career games with Chicago, scoring eight goals and 12 assists to go with 56 penalty minutes. Wong was named one of 31 finalists for the IOA/American Specialty AHL Man of the Year award in 2018-19. Now: Has spent the last five years with the Kunlun Red Star of the KHL.
Wendell Young
Position: G Number: 1 Years Played: 1994-2001 Then: The first player in Wolves history to have his number retired and raised to the rafters, Young owns all of the franchise’s career goaltending records and was between the pipes for the team’s first win on Oct. 8, 1994. He posted a 169-104-31 record with 16 shutouts, an .899 save percentage and 3.19 goals-against average in 322 regular-season appearances. He notched a 21-21 mark with a .902 save percentage and 3.10 GAA in 45 playoff games, which included 5 postseason wins for the 1998 Turner Cup champions and 5 more postseason wins for the 2000 Turner Cup champions. Now: Young, who served as an assistant coach when the Wolves won the 2008 Calder Cup and had been general manager for the past 15 seasons, was named as Vice Chairman/Governor of the team in 2024.
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The St. Louis Blues are a professional ice hockey team based in St. Louis. The Blues compete in the National Hockey League (NHL) as a member of the Central Division in the Western Conference. The franchise was founded in 1967 as one of the six teams from the 1967 NHL expansion and is named after the W. C. Handy song "Saint Louis Blues". They play their home games at the 18,096 seat Enterprise Center in downtown St. Louis, which has been their arena since moving from St. Louis Arena in 1994.
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This article is about the ice hockey team. For the song, see Saint Louis Blues (song). For other uses, see St. Louis Blues (disambiguation).
The St. Louis Blues are a professional ice hockey team based in St. Louis. The Blues compete in the National Hockey League (NHL) as a member of the Central Division in the Western Conference. The franchise was founded in 1967 as one of the six teams from the 1967 NHL expansion and is named after the W. C. Handy song "Saint Louis Blues". They play their home games at the 18,096 seat Enterprise Center in downtown St. Louis, which has been their arena since moving from St. Louis Arena in 1994.[3]
The Blues won the Stanley Cup in 2019 and have the most Stanley Cup playoff appearances outside of the Original Six. Although frequent postseason contenders for most of their history, the franchise has usually struggled in the playoffs, including consecutive Stanley Cup Finals defeats at the end of their first three seasons. With the Blues' victory in their fourth Stanley Cup Finals, 49 years after their last appearance and in their 52nd year of existence, they became the final active team from the 1967 expansion to win their first Stanley Cup.
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Finally, we're a little bit removed from the end of the sweep by the Los Angeles Kings. And seeing them rush out to a 2-0 series lead against the Phoenix Coyotes, I'm starting to not feel so bad.
Maybe the Kings are who everyone thought they were in September. Maybe they just needed a new coach with no personality who looks like he has permanent bitter beer face. All I'm trying to say is the Kings are really good and obviously deserved to win that series.
Still, it stings. Expectations are a fluid thing. At the beginning of the year, I think most fans would have been happy with a feisty team making the playoffs. When they fired Davis Payne, just making the playoffs seemed like a distant goal. And then the players starting drinking the Ken Hitchcock Kool-Aid and suddenly things changed. The Blues climbed the standings, they jumped over Chicago and Nashville and Detroit. They held the top spot in the West for awhile. They were in the President's Trophy running until the final weekend of the season.
Unequivocally, the regular season was a success. Give them an A. They were the best defensive team in the league. Special teams got to be pretty good. They became an opportunistic team with the best goaltender tandem in the league. I think the number of penalties they took during the year should have been a foreshadowing of what could go wrong in the playoffs, something that helped sink the ship against the Kings. They had some balanced scoring, but not an overabundance of scoring. But think about a year ago at this time. No playoffs. Think about two years ago at this time. No playoffs. Even three years ago at this time, the Blues had made the playoffs and then ended up being the first team eliminated with four straight losses to Vancouver. That sounds like progress. But was it enough?
If you look at the cogs on this team, they all saw many things they've never seen before. Alex Pietrangelo and Kevin Shattenkirk now know what it's like to help take over a playoff game, control the flow, shake hands as the victor and then become the targets of heat-seeking missiles wearing the other team's jersey. T.J. Oshie had his best professional season. That was not his best series against L.A. David Backes has a year as captain under his belt. David Perron knows he can still play in this league. Andy McDonald knows he can still be a game changer much less a series changer. Patrik Berglund took two steps back in the regular season, rode McDonald's coattails in the first round and then struggled again in the second round. Chris Stewart needs to find himself.
Then there's the curious case of Brian Elliott struggling against the Kings and Jaroslav Halak looking like a passenger and then a vital player when he wasn't available. Lots of twists and turns in this season.
Ken Hitchcock is teaching this group of players how to win. He melded together a squad that couldn't get the job done a year ago into a team that went into the second round as the favorites to win the Cup according to Vegas odds makers (oops). And for all the good things that happened this season, it still sucks that it ended how it did with a sweep.
You know the movie the Matrix where Cypher is back on the ship and wants to give Morpheus and the gang up to the machines and he answers the phone when Trinity calls. And he says all he has to do is pull the plug, but she has to watch Switch die. And with that realization, Switch, standing over a fallen comrade, looks up at the camera and says. "Not like this." And then she falls over lifeless. I was prepared for the Blues to lose in the playoffs. I wasn't prepared for them to be humbled and broken and swept by the Kings. Not like this indeed.
Making the second round of the playoffs, that's an A. Getting swept takes some points away. Playoff grade...B-. Harsh, but like I said, expectations are fluid.
How about you? Do the Blues deserve one overall grade? One for the regular season and one for the playoffs? What letter would you give them?
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A weight may have been lifted off Jaden Schwartz’s shoulders when the Wilcox product hoisted the Stanley Cup on Wednesday.
Schwartz’s father, Rick, spoke with The Green Zone’s Jamie Nye on Friday and said that Jaden has been wanting for a long time to win the NHL title to honour his late sister.
Mandi Schwartz died in April of 2011 at the age of 23 after a battle with acute myeloid leukemia. Jaden wears Mandi’s jersey number, 17, and writes her initials on his sticks to honour her.
He paid her perhaps the ultimate tribute Wednesday after the Blues beat the Boston Bruins 4-1 in Game 7 of the Stanley Cup final. When Jaden got his turn on the ice with hockey’s ultimate prize, Rick said the moment had been on his family’s mind for years.
“She never got to see him play (in the NHL), which was hard on us,” the elder Schwartz told Nye from St. Louis. “We knew that lifting that cup would be the next step in his life and (in) honouring Mandi, so that meant the world to us. Thank God that day came and we are so happy for him.”
Mandi played hockey at Athol Murray College of Notre Dame in Wilcox before going on to Yale University. She was diagnosed with cancer in December of 2008 and fought it for 27 months before her death.
On Friday, Rick recalled the moment when Jaden was selected by the Blues in the first round (14th overall) of the 2010 NHL draft. Mandi was receiving treatment at the time.
“I remember seeing a video because we were at the draft and she was in the hospital with her grandma while we were away,” Rick said. “When (Jaden) got drafted, we saw how excited (Mandi) was. She jumped out of bed with those IVs in her body and she was just ecstatic.”
Jaden’s minor hockey career featured stops in such locales as Melfort, White City, Pilot Butte, Weyburn and Wilcox. He played junior hockey with the SJHL’s Notre Dame Hounds and the United States Hockey League’s Tri-City Storm before heading to Colorado College.
The forward joined the Blues during the 2011-12 NHL season and has been a fixture in their lineup for the past seven seasons.
“All of those organizations on the way up, that’s who that victory (Wednesday) is for and that Stanley Cup is for as well — but mostly my daughter, Mandi,” Rick said.
As usual, Rick had Mandi’s Upper Deck hockey card with him for Wednesday’s game. The family members also were wearing their orange wristbands that say “Mandi inspires me” and “Never Lose Heart.” The latter words are the motto at Notre Dame.
When the Blues finished off Wednesday’s victory, Jaden’s family members were able to join him on the ice for the celebration.
“The tears were flowing pretty good,” Rick said. “It was a very emotional moment. He was so happy; you could just see it in his face. He was just, ‘Rick, can you believe this?’ He says, ‘Why are you crying?’ We were so happy for him.
“We knew what it was all about. We knew who it was for. The first five minutes (of the post-game festivities) were pretty tough, but then it got to be a lot of fun after that.”
The revelry also included the families of two other Saskatchewan-born players: Regina’s Tyler Bozak and Saskatoon’s Brayden Schenn.
Rick said he has come to know the Bozaks and Schenns very well over the season and getting to celebrate with fellow Saskatchewan residents added to the experience.
They’re now getting to enjoy the same feelings as the family of Saskatoon product Chandler Stephenson, who won the Stanley Cup with the Washington Capitals in the 2017-18 season.
“It’s just nice to see Saskatchewan be rewarded and (the Saskatchewan Hockey Association) having these players come through the system and putting their name on the map — and (on) the Stanley Cup,” Rick said.
The party has continued in St. Louis since Wednesday’s victory, with gatherings for the team and for family members taking place around the city.
A parade is set for Saturday, and Rick has heard that half a million people will fill the streets.
“It’s just an amazing feeling,” he said. “I think (the players) are getting a little tired, though. We’ll see how it goes tonight (at a team dinner). Some of the guys, I couldn’t believe the hours they put in.”
Parents also put in a lot of time and effort to help their sons get to a point where they have a chance to win a Stanley Cup. For Rick Schwartz, the sacrifice was worth it.
“At the end of the day, this is the reward you get,” he said. “You can’t even imagine the feeling of something like this.”
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The Wild will open the season Oct. 8 at home against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Eight of the Wild's first 12 games are at home and 10 of the final 14 games are at home.
The Wild will play 18 games against the Eastern Conference. The three East teams the Wild plays twice are Winnipeg, Florida and the New York Islanders. The Wild will also visit Buffalo, Montreal, Ottawa, Philadelphia, Toronto and Washington, while hosting Boston (Feb. 19), Carolina (March 17), New Jersey (Dec. 2), the New York Rangers (March 27), Pittsburgh (Oct. 18) and Tampa Bay (Nov. 28).
Popular out-of-town visits at Xcel Energy Center include: the defending Stanley Cup champion Boston Bruins (Feb. 19), the Anaheim Ducks (Oct. 27, Feb. 14), the Calgary Flames (Nov. 27, March 11, March 22), the Chicago Blackhawks (Dec. 14, April 5), the Dallas Stars (Jan. 21, March 13), the Detroit Red Wings (Oct. 15, Oct. 29), the St. Louis Blues (Nov. 5, Nov. 19), the San Jose Sharks (Jan. 10, Feb. 26), Winnipeg, in its first-ever trip to St. Paul (Feb. 16), and the defending Western Conference champion Vancouver Canucks (Nov. 3, Feb. 9, March 19). The Wild's game against Dallas on Saturday, Jan. 21, is part of the Sixth Annual Hockey Day Minnesota.
Minnesota's home schedule features traditional holiday games such as the Wednesday before Thanksgiving (Nov. 23) versus Nashville; the Friday matinee after Thanksgiving (Nov. 25) at 1:00 p.m. against Edmonton; the day after Christmas (Dec. 26), a 5:00 p.m. start versus Colorado; as well as the New Year's Eve game, a 5:00 p.m. contest versus Phoenix.
The Wild will have a six-game homestand – Nov. 17-28 versus Colorado, St. Louis, Nashville, Edmonton, Calgary and Tampa Bay. The Wild will play nine home games in March – matching the most in franchise history. The club has a pair of five-game road trips, with both making stops in all three California cities. Minnesota plays 10 back-to-backs in 2011-12, down from a team-record 19 last season.
Dumbest back-to-back? At Florida and at Dallas in February. Not exactly a stone's throw away.
Season Tickets for the 2011-2012 home schedule are available now. More information on season tickets is available at www.wild.com, or by contacting a Wild Ticket Sales Representative at 651-222-WILD.
OCTOBER – REGULAR SEASON
SAT. 8 COLUMBUS 7:00 P.M.
Mon. 10 @ N.Y. Islanders 12:00 P.M.
Tue. 11 @ Ottawa 6:30 P.M.
THUR. 13 EDMONTON 7:00 P.M.
SAT. 15 DETROIT 7:00 P.M.
TUE. 18 PITTSBURGH 7:00 P.M.
Thur. 20 @ Edmonton 8:30 P.M.
Sat. 22 @ Vancouver 3:00 P.M.
THUR. 27 ANAHEIM 7:00 P.M.
SAT. 29 DETROIT 7:00 P.M.
NOVEMBER
Tue. 1 @ Detroit 6:30 P.M.
THUR. 3 VANCOUVER 7:00 P.M.
SAT. 5 ST. LOUIS 7:00 P.M.
Tue. 8 @ Calgary 8:00 P.M.
Thur. 10 @ San Jose 9:30 P.M.
Sat. 12 @ Los Angeles 9:30 P.M.
Sun. 13 @ Anaheim 7:00 P.M.
Tue. 15 @ Columbus 6:00 P.M.
THUR. 17 COLORADO 7:00 P.M.
SAT. 19 ST. LOUIS 7:00 P.M.
WED. 23 NASHVILLE 7:00 P.M.
FRI. 25 EDMONTON 1:00 P.M.
SUN. 27 CALGARY 5:00 P.M.
MON. 28 TAMPA BAY 7:00 P.M.
Wed. 30 @ Edmonton 8:30 P.M.
DECEMBER
FRI. 2 NEW JERSEY 7:00 P.M.
Sun. 4 @ Anaheim 7:00 P.M.
Tue. 6 @ San Jose 9:30 P.M.
Thur. 8 @ Los Angeles 9:30 P.M.
Sat. 10 @ Phoenix 7:00 P.M.
Tue. 13 @ Winnipeg 7:30 P.M.
WED. 14 CHICAGO 7:00 P.M.
SAT. 17 N.Y. ISLANDERS 7:00 P.M.
Mon. 19 @ Vancouver 9:00 P.M.
Tue. 20 @ Calgary 8:00 P.M.
Thur. 22 @ Edmonton 8:30 P.M.
MON. 26 COLORADO 5:00 P.M.
Wed. 28 @ Nashville 7:00 P.M.
THUR. 29 EDMONTON 7:00 P.M.
SAT. 31 PHOENIX 5:00 P.M.
DAY DATE OPPONENT TIME (CT)
JANUARY
Wed. 4 @ Vancouver 9:00 P.M.
Sat. 7 @ Calgary 9:00 P.M.
TUE. 10 SAN JOSE 7:00 P.M.
Thur. 12 @ Chicago 7:30 P.M.
Sat. 14 @ St. Louis 7:00 P.M.
Tue. 17 @ Philadelphia 6:00 P.M.
Thur. 19 @ Toronto 6:00 P.M.
SAT. 21 DALLAS 8:00 P.M.
Tue. 24 @ Colorado 8:00 P.M.
Sun. 29 NHL All-Star Game (Ottawa, Ont.) TBA
TUE. 31 NASHVILLE 7:00 P.M.
FEBRUARY
Thur. 2 @ Colorado 8:00 P.M.
Sat. 4 @ Dallas 7:00 P.M.
Tue. 7 @ Columbus 6:00 P.M.
THUR. 9 VANCOUVER 7:00 P.M.
SAT. 11 COLUMBUS 7:00 P.M.
TUE. 14 ANAHEIM 7:00 P.M.
THUR. 16 WINNIPEG 7:00 P.M.
Sat. 18 @ St. Louis 1:00 P.M.
SUN. 19 BOSTON 2:00 P.M.
Thur. 23 @ Florida 6:30 P.M.
Fri. 24 @ Dallas 7:30 P.M.
SUN. 26 SAN JOSE 5:00 P.M.
TUE. 28 LOS ANGELES 7:00 P.M.
MARCH
Thur. 1 @ Montreal 6:00 P.M.
Fri. 2 @ Detroit 6:30 P.M.
SUN. 4 COLORADO 6:00 P.M.
Tue. 6 @ Colorado 8:00 P.M.
Thur. 8 @ Phoenix 8:00 P.M.
SUN. 11 CALGARY 5:00 P.M.
TUE. 13 DALLAS 7:00 P.M.
SAT. 17 CAROLINA 1:00 P.M.
MON. 19 VANCOUVER 7:00 P.M.
THUR. 22 CALGARY 7:00 P.M.
Sat. 24 @ Buffalo 6:00 P.M.
Sun. 25 @ Washington 4:00 P.M.
TUE. 27 N.Y. RANGERS 7:00 P.M.
THUR. 29 FLORIDA 7:00 P.M.
SAT. 31 LOS ANGELES 7:00 P.M.
APRIL
Sun. 1 @ Chicago 6:00 P.M.
Tue. 3 @ Nashville 7:00 P.M.
THUR. 5 CHICAGO 7:00 P.M.
SAT. 7 PHOENIX 7:00 P.M.
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Fairbanks, Alaska – Incoming freshman and defenseman Colton Parayko was selected 86th overall in the third round by the National Hockey League's St. Louis Blues at the 2012 NHL Entry Draft in Pittsburgh on Saturday afternoon.
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When Ty Conklin seemed to officially fall off the cliff in the 2010-11 season, it left Jaroslav Halak alone in the St. Louis Blues crease. Desperate to find help, the team managed to reel in one of the best options in what was a fairly bleak 2011 free agent goalie class: the still okay-not-great Brian Elliott.
After a few good years, and two fairly poor ones split between the Ottawa Senators and Colorado Avalanche, the 26-year-old Elliott was fairly looked down upon. The Blues signed him to a one-year, two-way deal; a deal that would either have him reliably back up Halak or would give the Blues someone to replace one of Allen or Bishop in the AHL.
Within a year of signing this deal, Elliott proved everyone wrong, stealing Halak’s spotlight and accomplishing something that only the legendary Hall of Famer Jacques Plante managed to top.
A Look Back at Elliott’s Incredible Reign
The 2011-12 Season
Elliott’s first year with the Blues was backed with an incredible amount of hope. He played in over half of the team’s games before the calendar turned over to 2012, setting a 14-5-0 record in 20 appearances through the team’s first 38 games. He was getting every chance to prove his worth and was relishing the opportunity.
Elliott would end the year with an absolutely jaw-dropping .940 save percentage and equally-as-impressive 1.56 goals-against average through 38 games played. These were simply incredible numbers for any goalie, much less an aging goalie that seemed to be on the downswing.
The Historic Performance
In fact, it was a downright historic year. Since the red line was introduced in the 1943-44 season, marking the start of the NHL’s modern era, only one goalie - with at least 35 games played - has managed a higher save percentage. That goalie being Jacques Plante, who tallied a .942 in the 1970-71 season, with Toronto, and a .940 of his own in ‘68-69 with the Blues.
In case Elliott being bested only by one of the greatest players to ever touch ice wasn’t good enough, his goals-against average of 1.56 was the best of any goalie the ever play in the NHL’s modern era. Even in their best years Plante, Patrick Roy, Martin Brodeur, Dominik Hasek... no goalie came even close. In fact, none of the 2,000 goalies to play at least 35 games in a season between 1943 and today even set a 1.60 goals-against average. The closest was Calgary Flames “legend” Mikko Kipprusoff’s 1.70 set in 2003-04, in 38 games.
Elliott managed this phenomenal, historic performance right in front of our own eyes. The true awe of the year can’t be understated. Less than a year removed from signing a halfway-pity deal, Elliott had made history with the best one of the best seasons a goalie has ever had.
The Remaining Years
This amazing season earned Elliott a two-year contract extension. In his second year with the Blues, the lockout 2012-13 season, he took a healthy step down, but what isn’t a step down after such a historic season. He netted a modest .907 save percentage and 2.28 goals-against average. It was a glimpse of his pre-Blues self, leading many to worry he may not be as strong as he flaunted in the year prior.
This mediocre 2012-13 season was just a fluke for St. Louis era Brian Elliott. He bounced back with a .922 save percentage the following year, good for 11th in the league. This put him healthily back in his groove, allowing him to set a .917 in 2014-15 and a league-best .930 in 2015-16. In that latter year, his last with the Blues, he also set a 2.07 goals-against average, good for second in the league.
Opening the Door
All-in-all, Elliott’s tenure in St. Louis was phenomenal. He kicked it off by defying all expectations and tallying one of the greatest seasons in league history, only to follow it with four of the most reliable seasons in Blues goaltending history. He wasn’t just a simple starter, he set the groundwork for the modern day Blues. The mid-2010s were riddled with experimentation for the Blues lineup. Elliott’s work as one of the best goalies in the league allowed the Blues to take chances on young defensemen like Colton Parayko and Joel Edmundson: two names who came into their own in front of the legendary St. Louis version of Brian Elliott.
The reliability added to the Blues lineup by having one of the best goalies in the league started a domino effect that led to the experimentation of, and ultimate perfecting, of the Blues lineup; something that would, really, directly lead to the Stanley Cup win that shook the league last season.
The Records
On top of historic seasons and setting the groundwork for the now league-best Blues roster, Elliott also notched a few Blues records in his five years with the team. His 2011-12 season set the single-season records for save percentage, goals-against average, shutouts, and a handful of advanced stats. He also holds the all-time Blues records for shut-outs and GAA.
He managed this all in only five seasons, one being a notorious lockout year, adding an emphatic layer of oomph to the already impressive records.
In the End
Elliott’s name faded from Blues fans’ minds seemingly minutes after he was traded to Calgary in June of 2016 in a deal that would give the Blues the pick used to acquire Jordan Kyrou. Ever since, he’s simply been an afterthought. This is largely thanks to the struggles he’s had in recent years with the Philadelphia Flyers, helping to tarnish a truly incredible career.
But Elliott’s time in St. Louis needs to hit home in every Blues fan’s heart. He wasn’t just another starting goalie, filling the crease before Jordan Binnington’s debut. Elliott was a historic goalie, shattering franchise records and putting the young and experimental Blues roster on his back.
Brian Elliott had five of the best seasons of any goalie in Blues history. Each of his five seasons were filled with incredible performances, inking his worth as one of the greatest goaltenders in franchise history. Seriously. He deserves to be spoken of in the same conversation as players like Curtis Joseph and Mike Liut. Or in other words, goalies behind Elliott in the record books.
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As the calendar year comes to a close, we take a look at the 50 best players in the NHL today. First, a few ground rules. If a player retired after last season (think Nicklas Lidstrom), they aren't eligible to be on this list...
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As the calendar year comes to a close, we take a look at the 50 best players in the NHL today.
First, a few ground rules. If a player retired after last season (think Nicklas Lidstrom), they aren't eligible to be on this list. Neither is Tim Thomas, who had decided to sit this season out even before the owners locked out the players September 15.
The list is based on talent and performance, not on reputation. An older player may not be as high on this list as some people believe he should be because he is on the downside of his career and is no longer playing at the level he once was.
Feel free to weigh in with players you feel I miss, but please back it up with reasons why you feel your player belongs and roughly where on the list you feel they should be.
Here's a look at the NHL's 50 best players of 2012.
50. Jeff Skinner
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Skinner hit a bit of a sophomore slump after his outstanding 31-goal, 63-point rookie season.
Still, he managed to score 20 goals and 44 points despite playing in just 64 games due to various injuries.
Skinner has shown he has good hands and hockey smarts, and if he returns to his Calder Trophy-winning form, the Carolina Hurricanes offense should be even more dangerous once the season gets underway.
Fans forget Skinner is still just 20 years old, and his best hockey is ahead of him.
49. Duncan Keith
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While his goal-scoring and point totals were down for the second straight year, Duncan Keith continued to log substantial minutes for the Chicago Blackhawks last year and has elite quickness on the ice.
Keith is great on the power play and has been more responsible in his own zone than many critics realize.
At 29, the former Norris Trophy winner should have plenty of productive years left, which should only benefit the Blackhawks as they attempt to capture another Stanley Cup title.
48. Gabriel Landeskog
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Gabriel Landeskog has already accomplished a lot in just one NHL season.
The 20-year-old Swede won the Calder Trophy with a 22-goal, 52-point season.
If his performance on the ice earned him recognition as the league's best rookie, his maturity off the ice helped him become the youngest captain in the NHL.
Landeskog is surrounded by young and talented forwards on the Colorado Avalanche, and his production should continue to climb in future seasons.
47. Carey Price
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Carey Price was a bright spot on a very disappointing Canadiens team last season.
Despite a team that finished last in the conference, Price had another solid season with a 2.43 GAA and a .916 save percentage.
At 25, Price is just entering his prime, and the Habs organization recognized his importance to the club. The Canadiens' new GM signed Price to a big contract extension prior to the start of the lockout, which will keep him in Montreal for another six years.
46. Patrick Kane
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There is little doubt the talent is there, but Patrick Kane's production fell for the second straight season in 2011-12.
Still, an "off" season for Kane included 23 goals and 66 points in 82 games, numbers many players will take in a heartbeat.
But more is expected of the top overall pick of the 2007 NHL draft in the future.
The Blackhawks hope Kane shows more maturity both on and off the ice and returns to his form of 2009-10, which saw him score 30 goals and 88 points and help Chicago win a Stanley Cup championship.
45. Max Pacioretty
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Montreal Canadiens forward Max Pacioretty bounced back from an injury-shortened 2010-11 season to lead the Habs with 65 points. He also scored 33 goals, good for second in the club.
The 24-year-old former University of Michigan star hopes to be consistent after his breakout season. He had great chemistry last year with linemates Erik Cole and David Desharnais.
44. James Neal
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Sure, James Neal benefits from playing on a line with superstar Evgeni Malkin, but Neal's production is too good to ignore.
Neal scored 40 goals and 81 points last year, his first full season with the Pittsburgh Penguins. He added six points in five playoff games.
Neal just turned 25 and has a bright future ahead of him. The 6'2", 210-pound native of Whitby, Ontario will climb even higher on this list if he replicates last year's success.
43. Jarome Iginla
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Iginla is 35 and clearly not the player he was a few years ago, but he's still a smart, heady player and the best skater the Calgary Flames have by far.
Last season, the Flames captain scored 32 goals and 67 points to be at the top of the club. He has been a very consistent point producer for the Flames over the years. In fact, Iginla has scored more than 30 goals in each of the last 11 seasons.
Iginla is the leader of the Flames on the ice and the face of the franchise off of it.
He remains one of the best players in the NHL.
42. Keith Yandle
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Many fans overlook Yandle because he plays in Phoenix on a team that doesn't make many appearances on national TV. But the 26-year-old Boston native continued to provide consistent offensive production for the Coyotes.
Yandle is the quarterback of the Phoenix power play and scored more than 10 goals for the third consecutive season in 2011-12.
While he's not a defensive standout, Yandle has improved in this area, and at 26, he should provide the Coyotes with several more years of standout play from the blue line.
41. Patrick Sharp
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Patrick Sharp has found consistency, scoring 33 goals and 69 points last season, nearly identical to his numbers from the year before.
Sharp is an elite offensive talent who can also kill the occasional penalty, and at 30, he provides some leadership for the young and talented Chicago Blackhawks forwards.
It has been five straight campaigns of 25 or more goals for Sharp, one of the most reliably spectacular goal scorers in the NHL.
40. Ryan Callahan
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There aren't too many players who are harder working than New York Rangers captain Ryan Callahan.
The 27-year-old probably would have reached the 30-goal mark had he not missed six games last season.
Callahan works hard at even strength and can excel on both the power play and the penalty kill. He isn't afraid to dig in the corners or to block shots.
The Rochester, N.Y. native inspires his teammates and plays a very well-rounded game.
39. Thomas Vanek
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Thomas Vanek has assumed a leadership role in Buffalo, and it complements his offensive prowess very well.
The 28-year-old Austrian had a little bit of an "off" year in 2011-12, with just 26 goals and 61 points. But his overall game probably improved a bit, and he remains a dangerous goal scorer and an underrated passer.
Vanek should team with Cody Hodgson and Jason Pominville to make a dangerous top line for the Sabres once the season gets underway.
38. Joe Thornton
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Because he has never won a Stanley Cup, "Jumbo" Joe Thornton is denied "elite" status by some critics.
But the 6'4", 235-pound London, Ontario native remains one of the best passers in the NHL.
Thornton had 59 assists last year and has never had fewer than 49 helpers in any season since joining the San Jose Sharks in 2005-06.
At 33, Thornton may be slowing down a bit, but there's plenty of good hockey left in the Sharks' veteran center.
37. Ryan McDonagh
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Ryan McDonagh is exactly what New York Rangers coach John Tortorella loves in a defenseman.
The 23-year-old St. Paul native is big and tough, and he isn't afraid to block shots. He helps move opposing forwards out from in front of his net and helps shut down opposing scorers.
McDonagh added seven goals and 32 points, not bad for a guy who is counted on for defense first.
36. Martin St. Louis
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Sure, he's 37, but Martin St. Louis remains an elite player in the NHL. Last year, he still picked up 25 goals and 74 points with the Tampa Bay Lightning.
The 5'8" winger remains one of the league's best passers and is a major reason Steven Stamkos scored 60 goals last season—Stamkos sees the ice exceptionally well and is deadly on the power play when he has a little extra room on the ice.
35. Jamie Benn
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Jamie Benn had his best NHL season in 2011-12, and at 23, the talented native of Victoria, BC is one of the players the Dallas Stars hope to build around in the near future.
Last year, Benn had 26 goals and 63 points, both career highs. He clearly has the talent to put up even better numbers as he matures and has shown the desire and hard work needed to improve his game.
With the addition of veteran setup man Ray Whitney and future Hall of Famer Jaromir Jagr, Benn should have two great mentors in Dallas once the lockout ends.
34. Logan Couture
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Logan Couture is just 23, but he has already established himself as one of the league's more talented goal scorers.
The London, Ontario native had 31 goals and 65 points last season, his second straight 30-plus season.
Despite his offensive prowess, Couture is responsible in his own zone and shows attention to detail that keeps him from being considered a prima donna.
While the present is already impressive for Couture, the future should be even brighter.
33. Jordan Eberle
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Jordan Eberle is one of the young and talented forwards the Edmonton Oilers hope to build another Cup contender around in the near future.
At 22, he's actually one of the more experienced youngsters on the Oilers and also one of the most productive. The Regina native scored 34 goals and 76 points last season and should continue to climb the scoring charts.
Eberle is also capable of scoring highlight-reel goals with regularity.
32. Phil Kessel
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Phil Kessel's production continues to climb, and the Wisconsin native had a career-best 37 goals and 82 points for the Toronto Maple Leafs last season.
Kessel has good anticipation and a quick release, which makes him a dangerous goal scorer. He excels on the power play and will continue to see time on the Leafs' top line for the foreseeable future.
Kessel is just entering his prime and will be gunning for a 40-goal season or more once a full season is played.
31. Jason Pominville
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Jason Pominville had a bounce-back season in 2011-12, scoring 30 goals and 73 points after suffering a tough injury in the playoffs the previous spring.
Pominville is a good leader and a top performer at even strength. At 30, he remains in his prime and should continue to produce at a consistent level for the Buffalo Sabres for a few more years.
30. Corey Perry
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Big Corey Perry saw his production fall last season, from 50 goals to 37 and from 98 points in 2010-11 to just 60 last year.
Expect the Peterborough, Ontario native to bounce back, though, along with linemates Ryan Getzlaf and Bobby Ryan.
Perry is the most explosive of the Anaheim Ducks top-line players, and at 27, there is no reason he shouldn't return to form once the NHL season begins.
29. Eric Staal
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Eric Staal got off to a slow start for the Hurricanes last season, but he improved his play in the second half of the season and still led the club with 24 goals and 70 points.
The addition of his brother Jordan and high-scoring winger Alexander Semin to the lineup should provide Staal with some of the offensive support he has lacked in recent seasons.
Staal has been consistent, topping the 70-point mark every season since 2005-06.
Look for the Thunder Bay, Ontario native to continue to be a leader for Carolina and be a player every opponent needs to be aware of anytime he is on the ice.
28. Patrice Bergeron
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The Boston Bruins' Patrice Bergeron had 22 goals and 64 points last season, but the 27-year-old native of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Quebec is on this list for his outstanding defensive play and physical play more than his consistent offensive production.
Bergeron had a career-high plus-36 rating last season and continues to be the kind of player opponents hate to play against.
He is a hard worker and one of the best penalty killers in the league.
27. David Backes
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The Blues struggled at times last season to score goals, but David Backes led the club in both goals and points with 24 and 54, respectively.
Backes killed penalties and led St. Louis with eight power-play goals.
But Backes is a player that Blues coach Ken Hitchcock can trust on the ice to help hold a one-game lead, as he is smart and responsible in his own zone.
The Minneapolis native is one of the better two-way players in the game.
26. Dustin Brown
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Dustin Brown is the kind of player every coach would love to have on his team. He has earned the captain's "C" by dishing out plenty of hits, being responsible in his own zone and putting up very solid scoring numbers.
Last season, Brown scored 22 goals and 54 points despite playing on a team that struggled offensively for the first five months of the season.
In the playoffs, Brown was a point-per-game player and helped lead the Los Angeles Kings to their first Stanley Cup win.
25. Alex Pietrangelo
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Alex Pietrangelo has only two NHL seasons under his belt, but he has already established himself as one of the league's best defensemen.
Last year, the King City, Ontario, native scored 12 goals and 51 points while seeing substantial time on the Blues' power play. He also led St. Louis with six game-winning goals.
Pietrangelo has elite offensive talent, and at 22, he has not yet become as good as he can be in the NHL.
24. Daniel Sedin
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Daniel is the goal-scoring part of the Canucks' highly talented duo of identical twins.
Last year, the talented Swede scored 30 goals and 67 points despite missing 10 games due to injury late in the season. Vancouver was not the same without him.
Daniel won the Art Ross Trophy the previous season for leading the league in points, and he hopes to return to his 2010-11 form and lead the Canucks back to the Stanley Cup Final once the NHL resumes play.
23. Ryan Suter
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There is a reason Ryan Suter was the most highly prized free-agent defenseman on the market this past summer.
In addition to his fine offensive skills, Suter is able to play a lot of minutes per game at a very high level, which helps define the roles of his fellow defensemen and limit their exposure over the course of a game and a season.
The 27-year-old Madison native had a career-high 46 points last season and is a big asset on the power play.
He should be a big benefit to the Wild once play resumes in the NHL.
22. Marian Hossa
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While the 33-year-old Slovakian winger may not be a 40-goal scorer anymore, he is still a consistent offensive threat and totaled 29 goals and 77 points last season.
Hossa is steady, smart with the puck and still has a good shot. Give him extra room on the power play, and he can be deadly.
Hossa has elite skills and is a big part of the Blackhawks' success. There's a reason he went to the Stanley Cup Final three years in a row with three different teams from 2008-2010, and he continues to show why each time he hits the ice.
21. Rick Nash
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Rick Nash faces a new test once play resumes and he suits up for the New York Rangers: playing for a contending team.
The 28-year-old native of Brampton, Ontario, has appeared in only four career playoff games with Columbus and has yet to win one. Despite playing with few offensively gifted linemates, Nash has scored more than 30 goals in six of the last seven NHL seasons.
Nash isn't afraid to play defense or throw a check when called upon, and he thrived under Ken Hitchcock's system when he coached in Columbus. He should be a good fit on the Rangers with setup man Brad Richards and fellow sniper Marian Gaborik around to take some of the scoring pressure off of his shoulders.
20. Pekka Rinne
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Good goaltending has been a constant for the Predators in recent years, and for the past four seasons, that has meant plenty of fine play by Pekka Rinne.
The 30-year-old Finnish star is among the league's best, using his size and smarts to become a Vezina Trophy finalist again last season.
Rinne won 43 games last season for the Predators while sporting a .922 save percentage and a 2.39 GAA playing for a team that rarely scored a lot of goals.
He is at the top of his game right now, and the Preds were thrilled to sign him to a contract extension last season that will keep him in Music City for years to come.
19. John Tavares
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John Tavares has lived up to the expectations that made him the top pick in the 2009 NHL draft.
Tavares has worked hard to improve the areas of his game that scouts criticized, like his strength and his skating, and is now a bona fide 30-goal scorer who has seen his point production increase every year he's been in the league.
Tavares now scores both highlight-reel goals and goals from the "dirty areas" of the ice, showing his work ethic and versatility.
He is also the cornerstone of the Islanders' rebuilding program as the team prepares to move to Brooklyn in 2015.
18. Jason Spezza
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Jason Spezza has been a top-line center and a top-flight point producer for the Ottawa Senators for seven seasons now. He's been around so long, it's hard to believe he is just 29.
The Toronto native had another productive campaign last season, scoring 34 goals and 84 points for the Sens.
Spezza was healthy last year, and it showed with increased production. The 6'3", 215-pound center now has four seasons with 30-plus goals and 80-plus points to his credit.
17. Erik Karlsson
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Young Erik Karlsson dominated the point-scoring race among defensemen last season, scoring 25 points more than his nearest competitor.
The outstanding offensive production was enough to earn Karlsson his first Norris Trophy as the league's top defenseman, despite what critics said was a lack of outstanding play in his own end of the ice.
The swift-skating Swede is just 22 and should improve on last year's 19-goal, 78-point year in the next full NHL season. His defensive awareness and effectiveness should also improve, as well.
Karlsson has elite talent and anticipates plays well. He should be among the league's best defenseman for years to come.
16. Ilya Kovalchuk
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The New Jersey Devils paid a high price to acquire and sign Ilya Kovalchuk, but the Russian sniper has proven his worth over the past two seasons.
Already regarded as one of the most dangerous goal scorers in the league, Kovalchuk has played a well-rounded game for New Jersey and was a big reason they were able to reach the Stanley Cup Final last season.
The former Rocket Richard Trophy winner scored 37 goals for New Jersey last season and helped set up 46 more. He has a hard shot and a quick release which always make him dangerous on the ice.
Kovalchuk is also one of the game's top power-play threats and, at 29, should have plenty of good hockey left in him.
15. Zach Parise
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Zach Parise takes his talents to Minnesota after being Mr. Consistency for the New Jersey Devils for seven seasons.
He has scored 30 or more goals in each of his last five full NHL seasons, but he contributes so much more than just goals. Parise is responsible in his own end of the ice, can take the body and has also served as captain of the Devils in recent years.
The Wild shelled out big bucks for Parise and expect great things from him once the new NHL season gets underway.
14. Henrik Sedin
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Playmaker Henrik Sedin has been a major reason why the Vancouver Canucks have won back-to-back President's Trophies and reached the Stanley Cup Final in 2011.
The 32-year-old teams with his twin brother to provide Vancouver with one of the most dangerous top lines in hockey.
Henrik has already won a scoring title and a league MVP, and he's hoping to add a Stanley Cup title to his list of awards.
Last season, the super Swede scored 14 goals and 81 points despite the fact that his goal-scoring twin brother missed significant time down the stretch.
13. Shea Weber
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The Predators matched an outrageous offer sheet from the Philadelphia Flyers to retain the services of Shea Weber last summer, but anyone who has seen Weber play knows why GM David Poile decided to match the offer and pay Weber.
The 27-year-old BC native has scored more than 10 goals and 40 points in five of the last six seasons. He is steady in all three zones and provides leadership for the Preds that has helped make them consistent winners despite being a mid-market club.
Weber works hard and leads by example. He is the type of player GMs love to build around.
12. Drew Doughty
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Young Drew Doughty raised his game to a new level last spring after struggling earlier in the year to live up to his big new contract.
The 23-year-old London, Ontario native scored 10 goals and 36 points during the regular season, an off season for him, but in 20 postseason games, Doughty scored four goals and 16 points in 20 games. He was outstanding in the transition game that helped get the puck out of the Los Angeles zone and started the Kings attack.
Nobody thinks Doughty has reached his potential yet, and most scouts believe that he is capable of playing at the level we saw in the playoffs last year for much longer stretches.
The best should be yet to come for Drew Doughty.
11. Jonathan Toews
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10. Pavel Datsyuk
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Detroit's Pavel Datsyuk is still nearly a point-per-game player at 34, and he continues to be one of the more well-rounded hockey players in the world.
The smart Russian has already won four Lady Byng Trophies for gentlemanly play and three Selke Awards as the NHL's best defensive forward.
Add his steady offensive production, his hockey intelligence and ability to score clutch goals, and you know why teammates and foes regard Datsyuk as one of the best in the game today.
9. Alex Ovechkin
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Three years ago, Alex Ovechkin would have been near the very top of this list. But a change in playing style by his team and what some have perceived as a corresponding lack of consistent effort on Ovechkin's part have led to falling production and a lower ranking on this list.
That being said, there are few players as talented as the 27-year-old Caps superstar, who had 38 goals and 65 points last season during an "off" year. There are plenty of players who would consider Ovechkin's poor seasons to be career seasons for them, and that speaks volumes about how good "Ovie" actually is.
It will be vital for the Caps and new coach Adam Oates to rekindle the fire that helped make Ovechkin one of the world's best hockey players a few years ago. There is no doubt the talent is there. If the production follows, Ovechkin can regain his throne as one of the league's true elites.
8. Henrik Lundqvist
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Henrik Lundqvist has long been considered among the game's best netminders, but last year he took his game to another level.
The suave Swede won his first Vezina Trophy as the league's top goalie and helped the Rangers reach the Conference Final for the first time since 1997.
Lundqvist won a career-high 39 games last year, the seventh straight time he has won more than 30 since entering the league in 2005-06. His .929 save percentage and 1.97 GAA were also career bests.
Lundqvist plays his angles well and stays cool under pressure. His intelligence and style both on and off the ice have made him a favorite at Madison Square Garden.
7. Anže Kopitar
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Anže Kopitar is the most talented offensive forward on the Kings, and his performance has been consistent over the past three seasons, scoring between 76 and 81 points each year.
Kopitar has size (6'4", 220 pounds) and fast hands to go along with great vision on the ice. He was a huge part of the Kings' first-ever Stanley Cup win this past spring.
The Slovenian center is just 25 and is entering his prime, and the Kings expect several more strong seasons from Kopitar.
6. Zdeno Chara
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The NHL's tallest player remains one of the best all-around defensemen in the game.
At 6'9", 240 pounds, Chara has the size and strength to keep opposing forwards away from the Bruins' net.
He is also a good skater and puts up good offensive numbers for a defenseman. Last season, Chara scored 12 goals and 52 points.
The big Slovak serves as captain of the Bruins and helped lead them to a Stanley Cup title in 2011.
5. Jonathan Quick
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Jonathan Quick has been very good throughout his NHL career. Last year, the 26-year-old goalie from Milford, Conn. was even better.
Quick led the Kings to their first-ever Stanley Cup title and captured the Conn Smythe Trophy as playoff MVP.
He was no slouch during the regular season, either, playing for a team that struggled to score goals all year. His 1.95 GAA and .928 save percentage were career bests, and he played even better in the playoffs.
Quick plays his angles well and has fast reflexes. He is on top of his game right now, and there is little reason to believe he can't continue to play at this level for several more years.
4. Claude Giroux
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Claude Giroux can do it all for the Philadelphia Flyers. The talented Hearst, Ontario native scored a career-high 93 points last season and was a legitimate MVP candidate.
Giroux sees the ice exceptionally well, delivers soft and accurate passes and is more than capable of putting the puck in the net. He also has great stamina and led all Flyers forwards with 21:32 average ice time per game last season.
Giroux is also a leader already, at the age of 24, and is one of those rare players who can make those around him better.
3. Sidney Crosby
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When he's healthy, "Sid the Kid" is among the best players in the NHL, but the last two seasons, his health has been a big if.
Crosby already has four 100-plus point seasons, and he's won an Olympic gold medal, a Stanley Cup, a Rocket Richard Trophy and a Hart Trophy.
Few players see the ice as well as Crosby, and he loves to drive to the net. He is not a selfish player, either, and he passes the puck well.
Crosby is the face of the Penguins and the NHL when he's healthy. If he stays healthy, he is still on the short list of the NHL's best players.
2. Steven Stamkos
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Steven Stamkos is the most dangerous goal scorer in the NHL today. Last year, he scored 60 goals, 10 more than his nearest competitor.
The Markham, Ontario native has already won a pair of Rocket Richard Trophies, and he is still just 22.
Stamkos has a quick release and a knack for finding enough open space on the ice to get off his heavy shot.
It is likely Stamkos can get even better, so the league ought to take notice that this sniper is here to stay.
1. Evgeni Malkin
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While most people pay more attention to Sidney Crosby, there is little doubt that Evgeni Malkin is not only the best player on his team, but the best in the league.
Malkin led the league with 109 points and was one of just two 50-goal scorers in the league.
His size gives his game a dimension that Crosby does not have. Also, whenever Crosby has gone down with injuries, Malkin has picked up his game and carried the team on his shoulders.
Malkin is just 26 and has already won a Stanley Cup, a Conn Smythe Trophy and an Art Ross Trophy. It's very likely he's not done adding to his trophy case, either.
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BOSTON - Head coach Jack Parker has announced that nine newcomers will comprise the Class of 2016 for the Boston University men's ice hockey program. The group includes five forwards, two defensemen and two goaltenders.
"It's safe to say that we have very high expectations for this year's incoming group," said Parker, who enters his 40th season as head coach of the Terriers. "We got what we needed in numbers and we've gotten better in overall depth up front. We've added two highly skilled defensemen and changed the look of our team a little bit with more physical forwards."
Five of this year's newcomers were selected in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft this summer and three members of that group helped Team USA capture its fourth straight gold medal at the U-18 World Championship. The two goaltenders in the class were standouts in their respective leagues (BCHL, USHL) and will be counted on to excel while quickly adjusting to the college game.
"The importance of the two goaltenders makes or breaks the class because that position is so important, but we think we got two real good ones," added Parker.
The team returns to campus this week and will begin preparations for the 2012-13 season, which begins with a home exhibition against the University of Toronto on Sunday, Oct. 7.
Matt Grzelcyk
D • 5-9 • 171 • Charlestown, Mass. • U.S. National Under-18 Team
Tallied 23 points (3g, 20a) last season in 60 games with the Under-18 Team ... Played on U18 squad that won fourth consecutive gold medal at the 2012 U18 World Championship in Czech Republic ... Competed with Under-17 Team in 2010-11, totaling 18 points (2g, 16a) in 55 contests ... Member of U18 Team that captured 2011 Four Nations title in Switzerland ... Attended Belmont Hill before joining USNTDP ... Named top defenseman in U16 division at ProAm Hockey's 2009 Midget Fall Classic. ... Selected by the Boston Bruins in the third round (85th overall) of the 2012 NHL Entry Draft.
Parker on Grzelcyk: "We feel that Grzelcyk will be an impact player in every phase of the game for us. He'll get power-play time and he's a real smart defensive player on the initial rush, down low, killing penalties. He'll get a lot of ice time right off the bat. He's a guy who has a lot of poise and gives his teammates a lot of confidence."
Sam Kurker
F • 6-2 • 208 • Reading, Mass. • St. John's Prep
Led St. John's in scoring with a 32-28­--60 line in 24 games as a senior last season ... Totaled 126 points (67g, 59a) over the final three seasons of his prep career ... Selected to U.S. Under-18 Select Team that played in 2011 Ivan Hlinka Memorial Tournament in Slovakia and Czech Republic ... Tabbed MVP of 2012 MSHCA High School All-Star Classic ... Named to Mass. High School All-Star Team that played in 2011 Bauer National Invitational Tournament ... Selected by the St. Louis Blues in the second round (56th overall) of the 2012 NHL Entry Draft.
Parker on Kurker: "Kurker is very talented and can play on the top two lines or the third and fourth lines. It doesn't matter where you put him, he'll produce points and give us a physical presence. We were originally going to take him next year, but he was playing so well we decided to take him now."
Matt Lane
F • 5-10 • 170 • Rochester, N.Y. • U.S. National Under-18 Team
Totaled 30 points (13g, 17a) in 59 games with the Under-18 Team last season ... Named to the roster for first-ever CCM/USA Hockey All-American Prospects Game, to be held Sept. 29 in Buffalo ... Named one of Team USA's top three players at the 2012 U-18 World Championships after helping the squad successfully defend its gold medal ... Scored 22 points (9g, 13a) in 55 games with the U17s in 2010-11 ... Won titles with U17 squad at 2011 Vlad Dzurilla Tournament and 2010 Four Nations Cup ... Scored three goals in six games for U17 Team that finished second at 2011 World Under-17 Hockey Challenge in Manitoba ... Skated with the Mississauga Reps midget program prior to joining NTDP with a 34-41--75 scoring line in 2009-10.
Parker on Lane: "We're really excited to get Matt in the fold. He's a very talented, strong-skating left wing who really came on in the second half of the year for the Under-18 Team. He performed extremely well in the international tournaments and he's going to bring strength, speed and a pretty good scoring touch to the forward group."
Sean Maguire
G • 6-2 • 202 • Powell River, B.C. • Powell River Kings (BCHL)
Played two seasons with Powell River, posting a record of 27-15-1 with a 2.39 goals-against average and a .910 save percentage in 52 games ... Guided team to BCHL finals this past season and back-to-back Coastal Conference titles ... Named a 2012 Second Team All-Star ... Backstopped Team Canada West to a gold medal at the World Junior A Challenge in November and was named tournament's top goaltender ... Two-time co-winner of the BCHL's Wally Forslund Memorial Trophy (lowest combined GAA) ... Selected by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the fourth round (113th overall) in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft.
Parker on Maguire: "Maguire's a big guy who fills a lot of the net and he's got a lot of talent. He had a real good junior career in Canada. We've known him for a couple of years and really like him. We knew we were coming to this point where we were losing two senior goalies and we were very fortunate to get him."
Mike Moran
F • 6-1 • 200 • Marshfield, Mass. • Bay State Breakers (EJHL)
Played 2011-12 season in BCHL with Victoria Grizzlies - where he was an assistant captain and on same line as fellow BU recruit Wesley Myron - and Penticton Vees, tallying a combined 46 points (18g, 28a) in 39 contests, before returning to Massachusetts to join Bay State (11-4--15 in 18 games) for the end of their season ... 2010-11 team captain at Taft School, where he scored a team-high 13 goals and tied for team lead in points with 23 ... Helped Taft claim title at 2011 Lawrenceville Tournament ... Three-sport athlete at Taft (football, baseball) ... Nephew of BU associate head coach Mike Bavis.
Parker on Moran "Moran's a hard-nosed, big, strong skater. He's going to give us depth on the wing. He could establish himself pretty early as filling a void that we have, and that's size and physical play."
Wesley Myron
F • 6-2 • 190 • Victoria, B.C. • Victoria Grizzlies (BCHL)
Played three seasons for hometown Grizzlies, centering a line in 2011-12 that included fellow BU newcomer Mike Moran ... Scored a team-best 42 points this past season on 17 goals and 25 assists in just 26 games before being sidelined by shoulder injury ... Totaled 118 points (53g, 65a) in 149 career games with Victoria ... Won a gold medal with Team Canada West at 2011 World Junior A Challenge ... Selected by the Vancouver Canucks in the sixth round (177th overall) of the 2012 NHL Entry Draft, becoming first B.C. native to be drafted by the Canucks since 2008.
Parker on Myron: "Myron's a big, strong center iceman who can play the wing as well. He's a good puck handler and a good point producer. He should fit in on the power play and be on our top three lines for sure."
Matt O'Connor
G • 6-5 • 195 • Toronto, Ont. • Youngstown Phantoms (USHL)
Spent last two seasons with Youngstown, helping Phantoms reach 2012 USHL Eastern Conference semifinals ... Finished 2011-12 season with a record of 28-16-5, a 3.04 goals-against average and a .902 save percentage ... Tied for second in the league in wins and was second in saves (1350) ... Spent two years in OJHL with Upper Canada Patriots and Burlington Cougars ... Posted .903 save percentage in 2009-10 ... Was OJHL's only 16-year-old goalie in 2008-09 for expansion Upper Canada club.
Parker on O'Connor: "Matt's another goalie with great size. He was the backstop of a pretty good USHL team, but he was the go-to guy for that team. He saw a lot of pucks. He had a real good career there, and despite an injury that kept him back a little bit, he emerged as one of the premier goalies in the league. We're confident that he and Maguire can give us a one-two punch right off the bat."
Ahti Oksanen
D • 6-3 • 195 • Espoo, Finland • Espoo Blues (Jr. A SM-Liiga)
Top scoring defenseman for Espoo Blues U20s in 2011-12 with 41 points (14g, 27a) in 51 games ... Amongst league defensemen, he ranked second in points, third in assists and first in plus-minus (+42) ... Named a 2011-12 league All-Star ... Split 2010-11 season with the Blues' U20 and U18 teams, tallying 15 points in 22 games in an injury-shortened season ... Played on Finland's U18 squad in 2010-11 ... Ranked 66th among European skaters this past year by NHL Central Scouting.
Parker on Oksanen: "We were very fortunate to get a player of Ahti's caliber so late in the game. He is a very skilled defenseman who should step right in and develop into a very good player in our league. He will fill the gap left behind by Adam Clendening's early departure."
Danny O'Regan
F • 5-10 • 175 • Needham, Mass. • St. Sebastian's
Joined the U.S. National Under-18 Team after a standout career at St. Sebastian's ... Named to 2012 MIAA All-State First Team after recording 60 points (32g, 28a) as a senior ... Member of goal-medal winning Team USA squad at 2012 U18 World Championship ... Tallied 10 points (4g, 6a) in 14 games with the U18s ... Drafted by the San Jose Sharks in the fifth round (138th overall) in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft ... Born in Germany in 1994 when his father, former Terrier captain Tom O'Regan, was in the middle of an 11-season European playing career after appearing in 61 NHL contests with the Pittsburgh Penguins.
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By The Royal Half
You see… I'm from Los Angeles.
And when I say "I'm from Los Angeles" I don't mean I'm from Riverside or just outside Orange County. My childhood was spent at most of the locations featured in Fast Times at Ridgemont High and as one of the three people who were actually born and raised in Los Angeles there is one thing I've learned growing up in Southern California…
I hate Northern California.
This is pretty much anyone from Northern California.
Did you ever see that episode of South Park where the Dad buys a Prius and all of a sudden his farts stop smelling and he moves the family to San Francisco because they fit in better there? That pretty much sums up Northern California for me.
So imagine my shock when it was announced in 1990 that the Los Angeles Kings were no longer going to be California's sole representation in professional ice hockey and that the new team was going to be based in San Francisco! (or San Jose, whatever, what's the difference, really?)
Do they even like hockey up there?
I thought it was just all patchouli and crazy windy roads and Joe Montana.
You really can't get more "90's" than this.
Oh wait… yes you can.
That goalie riding the shark makes me really, really uncomfortable.
The real issue I have with the San Jose Sharks is that so many of my favorite Los Angeles Kings players have ended their careers in awkward teal instead of the iconic silver and black (or ugly purple and silver glitter) that I hoped to remember them in.
I'm just thankful I never had to witness this atrocity…
I know that these Puck Daddy Eulogies are usually an opportunity for opposing fans to talk trash, poke fun and generally dump on a hated rival.
But when it comes to the San Jose Sharks… I have the complete opposite feeling. In fact… as a 20+ year Los Angeles Kings fan…
I want to thank the San Jose Sharks.
Thank you not only for never winning the Stanley Cup so that the Kings would be the only California team to not have won it… but thanks for not even playing in the finals once, despite making the playoffs in 15 of the 20 seasons your franchise has been in existence.
In order to get to the Arena
you have to past through the San Jose Sharks Alley of Legends.
It has to be an alley because if it were an actual road
it would have to lead to somewhere.
Thank you, San Jose Sharks, for pulling off a trade over the summer that was supposed to improve a team that struggled to make it out of the 1st round against an Anze Kopitar-less Los Angeles Kings but instead failed to make it out of the 1st round against a team led by… Andy McDonald?!? And thank you, San Jose Sharks, for proving that this team didn't have to win the Pacific Division in order to completely disappoint their fans in a postseason.
And thank you in advance for the panic moves Doug Wilson will make this upcoming summer. With Patrick Marleau's point totals having decreased each of the last three seasons and with a donut hole on the scoresheet during this years playoffs, you can bet it's going to be really hard for Marleau to smile when his trade is announced.
Because it's hard for him to smile at any time really.
And thank you for proving yet again that Joe Thornton isn't a clutch performer. In fact, this season, Thornton had his lowest number of goals scored since his 2nd year in the NHL.
Let's be honest… if Joe Thornton turns in one more disappointing performance… he pretty much completes his transformation into Gary Busey.
And thank you, Dan Boyle, for scoring more goals into your own net last playoffs than you did into the opposing net this one.
And I'd really like to thank Brent Burns. For when everyone thought he would be the missing link for the Sharks defense… Burns showed in early August just how off-target this Sharks team would be...
… by planking wrong.
Seriously, who planks wrong?
Thanks to Joe Pavelski, who even though he failed to record a point for the Sharks in this post-season, he still went a long way to take the pressure off of Anze Kopitar in the race for the ugliest forward in the Western Conference.
Thanks to Ryan Clowe for showing that in the playoffs, he has the hardest time scoring from the ice instead of the bench.
Thanks to San Jose Sharks color analyst Drew Remenda for looking exactly like Mr. Svenning from Mallrats.
This isn't a joke… I actually think this is really cool.
And special thanks to Antti Niemi … because without you… the Pacific Division would just be known as that division full of really talented young goaltenders.
And thanks to Todd McLellan, who, even though he has won nearly 50 games a season during his 4 years as the Sharks Head Coach, will probably be replaced over the summer by the one person in the Sharks Organization who truly knows what this team needs to do to win.
Says Coach Ray Ratto: "Just win the game!"
But the biggest individual thanks goes to rising Sharks superstar, Logan Couture. Because with your goofy face and even goofier best friend… you bring a smile to everyone in the NHL.
These actually aren't photoshops…
but real photos of Logan Couture and Drew Doughty growing up.
If it were up to me, I'd break California in half at Fresno and make it two states. You couldn't find two groups of people more different than Northern and Southern Californians.
Sure, they may say that those of us from Southern California are self-absorbed and self-obsessed... but at least we look good while doing it.
Thanks to the San Jose Sharks for finally winning the big game. You know… the last game of the season which allowed the Los Angeles Kings to face-off against the Vancouver Canucks instead of the St. Louis Blues.
Who says you guys from San Jose always choke?
Suck, it NorCal. We're going to the 2nd Round!
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Since the Stanley Cup playoffs began, shuttling back and forth several times between the Blues and their AHL affiliate, the Chicago Wolves was the norm for Jordan Schmaltz.
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The alarm was set for 5:30 a.m. in order to make it on time for a 7 a.m. flight from Chicago to St. Louis. The early-morning trip got Jordan Schmaltz to the rink on time for practice with the St. Louis Blues on Thursday.
This has been his hectic life since the Stanley Cup playoffs began, shuttling back and forth several times between the Blues and their AHL affiliate, the Chicago Wolves.
“I’m getting used to it,” Schmaltz said, preparing for the possibility that he will suit up for Game 5 of the Blues second-round series against the Nashville Predators on Friday. The Predators lead the series 3-1.
“The first week was tough,” Schmaltz added.
In the first week, Schmaltz played in the first-round series opener against the Minnesota Wild, a dramatic affair that the Blues won 2-1 in overtime. After Game 4, a 2-0 win for the Wild to make the series 3-1 for St. Louis, Schmaltz joined his AHL teammates for their series opener in Charlotte against the Checkers.
After a 4-0 loss in Charlotte, Schmaltz hopped on a plane to join the Blues for Game 5 in Minnesota. The Blues finished off the Wild and after the clinching game Schmaltz rejoined the Wolves, who won their best-of-five series with back-to-back victories in the final two games to take the series 3-2.
Amazingly, there have no horrific travel stories, not even a flight delay.
“It has been smooth sailing,” Schmaltz said.
He was promoted to the Blues second-round series against the Predators. He remained with the team until the Wolves began their second-round series against the Grand Rapids Griffins on Wednesday.
But following the Wolves 4-1 loss in the series opener, he prepared to leave for St. Louis once again. Schmaltz was asked for his thoughts on the difference between the Stanley Cup playoffs and the Calder Cup postseason in the AHL.
“The intensity,” the defenceman from Verona, Wisconsin said. “When Minnesota scored late in the game to send that first game into overtime I’ve never heard a building that loud.”
That’s saying something, considering that Jordan watched his brother Nick, a forward, earlier this season with the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center, one of the loudest buildings in the hockey world.
Jordan saw his younger brother play a few times up-front-and-personal this season and then the two would go out for dinner to catch up.
Jordan, 23, was born 28 months ahead of his younger brother. They played junior together for the USHL Green Bay Gamblers in 2011-12 and two more seasons at the University of North Dakota.
Last year, Jordan turned pro. Nick and UND went on to win the NCAA Frozen Four championship.
Nick turned pro last summer and made his NHL debut with the Blackhawks before his older brother. Nick played 61 games in the NHL and 16 in the AHL with the Rockford IceDogs, while Jordan was promoted late in the season to play nine games with the Blues.
The Schmaltz brothers went up against each other twice this season in a three-week period in December and January. The IceDogs won both outings.
“It was a lot of fun,” Nick Schmaltz said. “We were so competitive when we were younger, even though we played on the same teams. When we went up against each other in practice we turned up the intensity.
“In a game, you don’t have much time to think, ‘oh, here he is, give him a hit.’ But you don’t want to play nice. When you see that he’s out there lining up for a face-off, you may want to give him a friendly bump.”
There was a possibility the Blues and Blackhawks could meet in the playoffs. But surprisingly, the Blackhawks were swept in the first round by the Predators.
Now, Nick is in Paris, where he will begin the 2017 IIHF World Hockey Championship with the United States on Friday. Jordan will continue his postseason journey with the Blues and Wolves.
“This has been an unbelievable time for me,” Jordan said. “I don’t want it to end.”
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Throughout the year, the Sip Advisor will alphabetically travel the National Hockey League (NHL), discovering the best and worst each team has to offer in a variety of subjects. We will also feature a drink based off the franchise. Today, we look at the Vancouver Canucks, the Sip Advisor’s hometown and favourite squad. I’ll try my best to not show any bias!:
Establishment Story: The Canucks joined the NHL as an expansion team in 1970. Previously, minor league versions of the Canucks played in the Pacific Coast Hockey League and Western Hockey League from 1945-70. Canucks owners had bid to join the NHL for its 1967 expansion, but were denied. They also tried to have the Oakland Seals moved to Vancouver, but that was vetoed by the NHL.
Stanley Cups: The Canucks have not won the big one, despite appearing in three Stanley Cup Finals (1982 vs. New York Islanders, 1994 vs. New York Rangers and 2011 vs. Boston Bruins). In two of those championship series, they played to a seventh and deciding game, coming up short both times. Vancouver did win back-to-back President’s Trophies in 2011 and 2012, but the ultimate prize has always eluded the franchise.
Celebrity Fan: Singer Michael Bublé is a passionate supporter of the Canucks, as the Burnaby native has been for most of his life. Bublé even has an ownership stake in the Western Hockey League Vancouver Giants junior team. Bublé is such a hockey fan, part of his concert contract rider asks each promoter to include the puck of a local team in his dressing room.
Super Fan: First appearing on December 22, 2009, the infamous Green Men – wearing full-body spandex outfits – quickly became recognizable fixtures at Canucks games. Taking their seats next to the visitor’s penalty box, the Green Men (Adam ‘Force’ Forsyth and Ryan ‘Sully’ Sullivan) would mercilessly mock those sent to the sin bin with signs and other antics. The duo was inducted into ESPN’s Hall of Fans, before retiring after the 2014-15 season.
Mascot: Fin the Whale was introduced on June 4, 2001. Among the orca/killer whale’s favourite things are B.C. salmon, the book Moby Dick and the movie Free Willy… not to mention arena popcorn! His least favourite team, of course, would be the defunct Hartford Whalers. While Fin is perhaps best known for his charity appearances, he also has a habit of chomping unsuspecting fan’s heads.
Tradition: Towel Power was born during the 1982 Campbell Conference Finals. When coach Roger Nielson grew frustrated over what he viewed to be lopsided officiating, he waived a white towel attached to a raised stick as his sign of surrender. Upon the team’s return to home ice, fans began waving towels in support of the coach and team. The Canucks won three straight, advancing to their first Stanley Cup Finals.
Appearances in Media: Thanks to actress Cobie Smulders hailing from Vancouver, like her How I Met Your Mother character Robin Scherbatsky, a number of references to the Canucks occurred over the course of the sitcom’s nine seasons. These included multiple occasions where Scherbatsky is clad in a Canucks jersey, mentions players from the team and attends a Canucks-New York Rangers game.
Events/Scandal: Following their defeats in both the 1994 and 2011 Stanley Cup Finals, Downtown Vancouver became engulfed in riots that destroyed property and caused numerous injuries. Thankfully, in both incidents, no deaths were reported. In the aftermath of the 2011 riot, 887 criminal charges were laid against 301 suspects, hopefully deterring future similar behaviour.
Rivalry: The Canucks lacked a true geographic rival until the Seattle Kraken entered the NHL in 2021. Up to that point, rivalries with fellow western Canada clubs the Calgary Flames and Edmonton Oilers have always existed, as well as incident- and playoff-born rivalries with teams such as the New York Rangers, Colorado Avalanche, Chicago Blackhawks and Boston Bruins.
Tragedy: The Canucks franchise has been struck with tragedy on a few occasions. One of the team’s first stars, Wayne Maki, was diagnosed with brain cancer in 1972, succumbing to the disease in 1974, aged 29. Then, in 2008, defenseman Luc Bourdon was killed in a motorcycle accident at the young age of 21. Finally, forward Rick Rypien committed suicide in the 2011 off-season, after his tenure with Vancouver, but before debuting with the Winnipeg Jets.
Player Nicknames: Canucks history is loaded with great nicknames. Among them: Russian Rocket (Pavel Bure), Steamer (Stan Smyl), Captain Kirk (Kirk McLean), Brockstar (Brock Boeser), King Richard (Richard Brodeur), and JovoCop (Ed Jovanovski). An underrated entry would be Cowan the Brabarian, given to Jeff Cowan after a bra was thrown on the ice following a goal from the enforcer.
Line: Two Canucks lines had very successful runs as a unit. First, the West Coast Express (Markus Naslund, Todd Bertuzzi and Brendan Morrison) terrorized opponents from 2002-06. The line was named after Vancouver’s commuter train line. Second, the Lotto Line (Brock Boeser, Elias Petterson and J.T. Miller) had a shorter but memorable stint together. The trio received its moniker when a Twitter user realized their numbers 6, 40 and 9, matched the local 649 lottery.
Captain: While the Canucks have had a number of memorable leaders, including Stan Smyl, Trevor Linden and Henrik Sedin, in 2008, the organization abandoned all convention, naming goalie Roberto Luongo as the team’s captain. He was the first netminder to hold such an honour since 1947-48. Luongo’s reign as team leader lasted only two seasons, before it was mutually agreed he should relinquish the role.
Enforcer: Canucks history is littered with teams that couldn’t beat opponents on the scoreboard, so they just tried to beat them up. Among the franchise’s many fighters, perhaps the most beloved was – and still is – the ‘Algonquin Assassin’ Gino Odjick. Odjick holds the team record for total penalty minutes at 2,127, over eight seasons with the club. Odjick also holds five of the top 10 slots for penalty minutes in a season.
Family Values: The Canucks have a long history of family relations within the organization. This is best highlighted with the Sedin twins, who were able to come to Vancouver together thanks to the incredible draft day dealings of GM Brian Burke. The Canucks also united the Courtnall brothers – Geoff and Russ, from nearby Vancouver Island – for 13 games in the 1994-95 season.
Returning Players: The trading of Trevor Linden during the 1998 Olympic break never seemed right for both the player and the organization. That was all remedied in 2001, when Linden was reacquired by the Canucks. Linden played out the rest of his career with the team, reaching 1,000 games played and points scored with the club it was meant to happen with.
Short Stint: A free agent in 2008, Toronto Maple Leafs icon Mats Sundin weighed contract offers from a number of teams, while also considering retirement. The Canucks two-year, $20 million offer would have made Sundin the highest paid player in the NHL. After sitting out the start of the season, Sundin finally put pen to paper with Vancouver on December 18, 2008, being paid a prorated $5 million for the season. Sundin played 49 games combined (regular season and playoffs) with the Canucks, before retiring.
Undrafted: Alex Burrows story of perseverance from undrafted to star player is inspiring. He quickly rose through the ranks of the minor leagues, joining the big league squad in January 2006 and never looked back. Originally a checker, Burrows eventually found himself on the top line, where he and the Sedins became a popular trio. Burrows was added to the Canucks Ring of Honour in 2019.
Trade: Among the best moves the Canucks have made are acquiring Roberto Luongo from the Florida Panthers and stealing Markus Naslund from the Pittsburgh Penguins. Both trades are among the most lopsided in NHL history. On the flip side, dealing a young, homegrown Cam Neely to the Boston Bruins has always been lamented by Canucks fans. While the return was decent, Neely blossomed into a superstar, plus they also gave up a first-round draft pick in the transaction.
Signing: There are more bad signings in Canucks history than good ones. Among the worst would be Mark Messier’s three-year, $18 million pact in 1997 and Loui Eriksson’s six-year, $36 million deal in 2016. Messier was a cancer in the Canucks locker room, while Eriksson vastly underperformed his contract, both drawing the ire of the fan base. Also, Roberto Luongo’s 12-year, $64 million resigning in 2009, eventually led to a three-year, $3 million cap recapture penalty, upon Luongo’s retirement.
Draft Pick: The Canucks have never selected first overall, but have done fairly well with the number two pick, using their first ever choice in 1970 on Dale Tallon and also getting Trevor Linden (1988) and the Sedin twins (1999) at second and third. Their greatest draft steal was Pavel Bure in the sixth round, 113th overall. The Nucks drafted Bure in 1989, despite confusion over his eligibility.
Holdouts: Once the team’s most popular superstar, Pavel Bure’s exit from the Canucks was ugly. Following the 1997-98 season, Bure gave new GM Brian Burke the first headache of his tenure, stating he would not play the final year of his contract. It took until January 17, 1999, for Bure (along with Bret Hedican, Brad Ference and a third-round draft pick) to be sent to the Florida Panthers in exchange for Ed Jovanovski, Dave Gagner, Mike Brown, Kevin Weekes, and a first-round draft pick.
Buyouts: The Canucks own the largest non-compliance buyout in the NHL salary cap era, used to terminate the contract of defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson. Ekman-Larsson had joined Vancouver via trade in 2021, lasting only two seasons before his eight-year, $66 million deal was bought out with four seasons remaining. Ekman-Larsson will be paid by the Canucks $19.33 million over eight years.
Unique Game: The Canucks have taken part in a number of NHL international firsts. The first regular season games played outside North America saw Vancouver and the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim meet for a pair of 1997-98 season-opening contests in Tokyo, Japan. In 2017, the Canucks would play two pre-season games against the Los Angeles Kings in Shanghai and Beijing, China. These were the first NHL matches ever played in the country. Vancouver also hosted the 2014 Heritage Classic, facing the Ottawa Senators.
Goal: Two Alex Burrows goals during the 2011 run to the Stanley Cup Finals are among the greatest in team history. First the ‘Slay the Dragon’ Game 7 overtime winner versus the Chicago Blackhawks finally put the Canucks past their nemesis. Later, Burrows tally mere seconds into overtime of Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals versus the Boston Bruins gave Vancouver a 2-0 series lead, causing mass hysteria across the province.
Fight/Brawl: When Canucks coach John Tortorella saw the Calgary Flames starting lineup flush with goons prior to a 2014 game, he knew something was up. Kellen Lain was playing his first NHL game and a receipt was due for an injury he’d caused in an earlier minor league contest. A line brawl ensued to start the game, with Lain and others ejected from the match. At intermission, Tortorella went to the Flames dressing room, trying to confront Calgary coach Bob Hartley. This resulted in a 15-day suspension for Tortorella.
Injury: On February 11, 2000, Canucks enforcer Donald Brashear fought and defeated his Boston Bruins counterpart Marty McSorley. McSorley pursued a rematch, which Brashear turned down. Late in the contest, McSorley hit Brashear in the side of the head with his stick, knocking Brashear unconscious. Brashear suffered a seizure and concussion, while McSorley was suspended indefinitely, ending his career. McSorley was later convicted of assault with a weapon and sentenced to 18 months probation.
Penalty: The Todd Bertuzzi-Steve Moore incident is one of hockey’s biggest black eyes. The Canucks were out for revenge after Moore had previously elbowed Canucks captain Markus Naslund, resulting in a concussion. In the midst of a blowout loss, Bertuzzi punched Moore in the back of the head, knocking him out. The resulting fall fractured three of Moore’s neck vertebrae. Criminal and civil action followed, along with Bertuzzi being suspended for the rest of the 2003-04 season and throughout the 2004-05 lockout.
Wildest Story: Canucks fans have long had a feeling the team is cursed, dating back to one of the team’s first official activities. To decide which of Vancouver and the Buffalo Sabres would get the first overall choice in the 1970 NHL Draft, a roulette wheel was used. NHL president Clarence Campbell declared the Canucks the winners, before it was pointed out the ball didn’t stop on number one, but 11 instead. Thus, the Sabres earned the right to select junior standout Gilbert Perreault.
Blooper: In the first round of the 2002 playoffs, the surprising Canucks were up 2-0 in their series against the Presidents’ Trophy-winning Detroit Red Wings. What happened next changed the entire course of the series, as Red Wings defenseman Nicklas Lidstrom launched a shot from center ice, beating Canucks goalie Dan Cloutier. Detroit won four straight games, eliminating the Canucks, en route to another Stanley Cup.
Miscellaneous: Wayne Gretzky, the greatest player in NHL history, twice almost became a Canuck. In 1988, before he was traded to the Los Angeles Kings, the Canucks could have had ‘The Great One’ for $25 million, Kirk McLean, Greg Adams and three first-round draft picks. A decade later, Gretzky was a free agent and had committed to signing with Vancouver, until he was pressured to put pen to paper and didn’t like the pushy approach. He ended up with the New York Rangers to finish his career.
Vancouver Canucks: Vancouver Canucks Cocktail
1 oz Vodka
0.5 oz Melon Liqueur
0.5 oz Blue Curacao
Splash of Lemon Lime Soda
For this cocktail, you mix the Vodka, Melon Liqueur and Lemon Lime Soda, before adding a float of Blue Curacao. The Canucks are looking good this season, renewing the faith of the countless disappointed diehards of this franchise. Go Canucks Go!!!
Throughout the year, the Sip Advisor will alphabetically travel the National Hockey League (NHL), discovering the best and worst each team has to offer in a variety of subjects. We will also feature a drink based off the franchise. Today, we journey through the Gateway to the West, checking in with the St. Louis Blues:
Establishment Story: The Blues entered the NHL during the 1967 expansion from the Original Six to 12 teams. The league had previously dabbled with the city by relocating the original Ottawa Senators there, becoming the St. Louis Eagles. The Eagles played one season (1934-35) before folding. The Blues are named for the W.C. Handy song Saint Louis Blues, released in 1914.
Stanley Cups: The Blues lone Stanley Cup victory occurred in 2019. The team also made the Stanley Cup Finals three times in their first three seasons, when the league’s divisions were split into the Original Six and the 1967 expansion teams (Next Six). St. Louis lost each time, twice to the Montreal Canadiens and once to the Boston Bruins. Revenge against Boston finally came with that 2019 championship.
Celebrity Fan: There are a number of famous supporters of the Blues, including actors Jon Hamm and Jenna Fischer, who both call St. Louis home. Hamm and Fischer were honourary coaches during the 2020 NHL All-Star Game in St. Louis and were prominent in the Blues Stanley Cup run in 2019. Because of his lifelong love of the Blues, Hamm has also done a fair bit of work for the NHL, including hosting the NHL100 event.
Super Fan: Laila Anderson is often credited with inspiring the Blues to turn around their 2018-19 season, which climaxed with their Stanley Cup championship. Anderson, who battled a rare auto-immune disease during that season, became a mascot of sorts for the club, as she celebrated the Stanley Cup win with them on the ice and at their rally. Anderson was also presented with a Stanley Cup ring, which is etched with her name on the inside.
Mascot: Louie is a blue polar bear, who debuted during the 2007-08 season. Louie’s backstory says he travelled to St. Louis from the Arctic Circle, inspired to search out his favourite hockey team. A 2021 poll conducted by Play Canada ranked Louie as the fourth most popular mascot in the NHL, but given the winner of the poll was Carlton the Bear of the Toronto Maple Leafs, the poll loses all credibility.
Tradition: The Blues and their fans have a couple rituals of note. First, following a goal, a bell tone is played for each tally scored that night, as the crowd counts along. Also, during the team’s 2018-19 season turnaround and Stanley Cup run, the song Gloria by Laura Branigan became the Blues theme track, played after each win. The tune was retired after St. Louis celebrated raising their Stanley Cup banner.
Appearances in Media: The Tom Hanks post-apocalyptic movie Finch is set in St. Louis and features his characters wearing a classic Blues jersey. Also, musician Nelly, a proud St. Louis native, can be seen alternating between St. Louis Cardinals and Blues gear throughout the music video for his hit song Country Grammar. Nelly can often be seen in Blues paraphernalia and is a big fan of the team.
Events/Scandals: Just days after the Blues were eliminated from the 2004 playoffs, player Mike Danton was arrested on a conspiracy to commit murder charge. Danton had attempted to hire a hitman to murder his agent David Frost. Danton was sentenced to 90 months in prison, serving 63 before he was released. Danton later claimed his estranged father was the intended target of the murder-for-hire plot.
Rivalry: The Blues have had a long-standing feud with the Chicago Blackhawks, as the two teams have shared a division since 1970. While brawls between the clubs were common, one particular melee in 1991 is known as the St. Patrick’s Day Massacre. The result of the fights was 12 players ejected and three players suspended. Interestingly, all six Sutter brothers were members of each team in 1991-92.
Tragedy: Bob Gassoff played for the Blues from 1973 to 1977. At a party following the 1976-77 season, hosted by teammate Garry Unger, Gassoff was involved in a motorcycle accident, killing him at only 24 years old. Following his death, Gassoff’s number 3 jersey was retired by the Blues and the Bob Gassoff Trophy was created, rewarded to the most improved defenseman of the Central Hockey League. Gassoff holds the Blues record for penalty minutes in a season at 306.
Player Nicknames: Brett Hull’s father, Bobby Hull, was nicknamed the Golden Jet during his illustrious hockey career. Therefore, the moniker the Golden Brett was bestowed upon Brett, who shared his father’s scoring touch. Once Brett joined the Blues in 1988, he became one of the league’s most dangerous scorers, holding the franchise records for single-season and career goals. Hull’s jersey number 16 was retired by the Blues in 2006.
Line: Sometimes, it doesn’t matter who the third member of a line is, so long as the first two pieces have tremendous chemistry. Such was the case when Brett Hull and Adam Oates were paired together, comprising the duo of Hull & Oates, a play on the musical tandem Hall & Oates. Together, Hull and Oates played together from 1989 to 1992, with Hull scoring 212 goals during that span, while his frequent playmaker Oates recorded 228 assists.
Captain: Brian Sutter was the longest-serving captain in Blues history, holding the mantle from 1979 up until his retirement in 1988. Sutter played his entire career with St. Louis, drafted by the team 20th overall in 1976. After hanging up his skates, Sutter became head coach of the Blues, leading them behind the bench from 1988 to 1992. Sutter’s number 11 jersey was retired by the organization on December 30, 1988.
Enforcer: Kelly Chase and Tony Twist were known as the Bruise Brothers while they played together for the Blues in 1989-90 and later from 1997 to 1999. The two had been together in junior hockey with the Saskatoon Blades and the minor leagues with the Peoria Rivermen. Despite being good friends and Twist living in Chase’s house while he was with the Hartford Whalers, the two even fought each other during a March 9, 1996 game.
Family Values: The Plager brothers (Bobby, Barclay and Bill) played together for the Blues from 1968 to 1972. The trio helped lead St. Louis to their three straight Stanley Cup Finals appearances after the Blues joined the NHL. Another brother set to suit up together with St. Louis was Gino and Paul Cavallini. They were both members of the franchise from 1987 to 1992.
Returning Players: David Perron has had three stints with the Blues. He was drafted by the team in 2007, playing six seasons, before being traded to the Edmonton Oilers in 2013. Perron returned to St. Louis as a free agent in 2016, but after one season, was the Vegas Golden Knights Expansion Draft choice from the Blues. He was back in St. Louis in 2018, playing four seasons, before signing as a free agent with the Detroit Red Wings in 2022.
Short Stint: Some of the greatest players of all-time have had such short stints with St. Louis, that seeing them in a Blues jersey looks odd. This includes goalies Martin Brodeur (seven games after two decades with the New Jersey Devils), and Tom Barrasso (six games), along with Peter Stastny (27 games, regular season and playoffs combined), and even Wayne Gretzky (31 games, regular season and playoffs combined).
Undrafted: Curtis Joseph, nicknamed Cujo, from the Stephen King novel of the same name, was signed out of the NCAA University of Wisconsin in 1989. He would remain in St. Louis until 1995, gaining a reputation as one of the best goalies in the league, including being a Vezina Trophy finalist for the 1992-93 season. In 2015, Joseph was inducted into the St. Louis Sports Hall of Fame.
Trade: Among the Blues better acquisitions were bringing in Brett Hull from the Calgary Flames in March 1988 (along with Steve Bozek for Rob Ramage and Rick Wamsley), followed by Adam Oates from the Detroit Red Wings in June 1989 (along with Paul MacLean for Bernie Federko and Tony Mckegney). The two combined to make one of the most lethal offensive duos in NHL history, as noted above.
Signing: In the early 90s, the Blues made a number of offer sheet signings to restricted free agents. They threw out contracts to the likes of Scott Stevens (twice!), Dave Christian, Brendan Shanahan, Michel Goulet, Marty McSorely, Petr Nedved, and Shayne Corson. Only Goulet, McSorely and Stevens (the second time) didn’t end up with the club, but the cost of the acquisitions was a number of draft picks and key players lost in compensation.
Draft Pick: The Blues have had an interesting draft history. The team passed on their opportunity to make any picks in their very first draft in 1967, didn’t participate in the 1983 draft, and had five straight first rounders (1991-95) transfer to the Washington Capitals, as compensation for the successful Scott Stevens offer sheet. They have selected first overall just once, taking defenseman Erik Johnson in 2006.
Holdouts: Alex Pietrangelo only missed one training camp practice before signing a seven-year, $45.5 million contract with the Blues in 2013. The hope was that Pietrangelo would spend his entire career with the team, but the defenseman, who was selected fourth overall in 2008, joined the Vegas Golden Knights in free agency in 2020 (seven years, $61.6 million), upon the expiry of the aforementioned pact.
Buyouts: The Blues have only used two buyouts in their history and none since 2009. In 2007, the team parted ways with captain Dallas Drake, following six seasons in St. Louis. Drake would move onto the Detroit Red Wings for a season, retiring as a Stanley Cup champion. Two years later, defenseman Jay McKee was bought out of the final year of his four-year, $16 million contract signed in 2006. His final campaign came with the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Unique Game: The Blues have participated in two Winter Classic games. First, they hosted the rival Chicago Blackhawks in 2017, followed by facing the Minnesota Wild in 2022. St. Louis and the Edmonton Oilers also participated in the 1990 Epson Cup in Dusseldorf, West Germany, which included a game against each other as part of the tournament. Finally, the Blues opened their 2009-10 season with a pair of games against the Detroit Red Wings in Stockholm, Sweden, for the 2009 NHL Premiere.
Goal: Blues fans waited 52 years for the club’s first Stanley Cup and it took a 4-1 win in Game 7 of the finals against the Boston Bruins to get that title. The St. Louis faithful were put at ease when Ryan O’Reilly tallied the opening goal of that game at 16:47 of the first period and the Blues never looked back. O’Reilly was later named the Conn Smythe Trophy recipient as playoff MVP.
Fight/Brawl: Blues history is littered with infamous brawls. These include melees against the Philadelphia Flyers (1972), Pittsburgh Penguins (1973), New York Rangers (1974), Chicago Blackhawks (1991 St. Patrick’s Day Massacre), and Detroit Red Wings (1993). The fracas with the Penguins occurred during a pre-season contest and lasted 20 minutes, with fighting occurring in the penalty boxes and the hallway leading from them to St. Louis’ dressing room.
Injury: Two Blues defensemen have suffered serious heart issues during games with the team. First, during the 1998 playoffs, Chris Pronger was hit with a slapshot to the chest in a contest against the Detroit Red Wings. This caused Pronger to go into cardiac arrest due to his heart rhythm being disrupted. Next, in 2020, Jay Bouwmeester collapsed on the bench due to cardiac arrest. Thankfully, both players survived their ordeals, but Bouwmeester never played in the NHL again.
Penalty: During a 1969 pre-season game, Wayne Maki got into a stick swinging fight against Ted Green of the Boston Bruins. Maki clubbed Green over the head, resulting in a fractured skull and brain injury. Both players were charged with assault, becoming the first NHL players to face criminal prosecution for an on-ice incident, but were acquitted. Maki was suspended 30 days, while Green missed the entire season recovering.
Wildest Story: The Blues were almost moved to Saskatoon, Saskatchewan in 1983, but the NHL’s Board of Governors voted to reject the proposed $12 million sale. This led to lawsuits between then owner Ralston Purina (of the Purina animal food empire) and the NHL, with control of the franchise taken over by the league. The result was the Blues stayed in St. Louis, when a new ownership group, led by businessman Harry Ornest, was put together.
Blooper: In February 2006, Blues defenseman Dennis Wideman made one of the most memorable shootout attempts of all-time… memorable for all the wrong reasons. As Wideman swiftly skated towards Chicago Blackhawks goalie Corey Crawford, he made a nice deke move, but lost a skate edge and went flying up in the air, landing flat on his back, with the puck sliding into the corner of the rink.
Miscellaneous: Bernie Federko deserves some mentioning, as he’s the Blues career leader in games, assists and points, while sitting second all-time in goals. Federko was drafted by St. Louis seventh overall in 1976, remaining with the team until a 1989 trade to the Detroit Red Wings. Federko would have his number 24 jersey retired by the Blues in 1991 and for an extended period was the color commentator on the team’s TV broadcasts.
St. Louis Blues: Monday Night Miracle
1.5 oz Gin or Vodka
1 oz Blue Curacao
Splash of Lime Juice
Garnish with a Lime Slice
This cocktail is named after the greatest comeback in Blues history, Game 6 of the Campbell Conference Finals, which occurred on Monday, May 12, 1986. The Blues were down 5-2 with 12 minutes left in the contest, when they rallied to force overtime and won 6-5. Despite the momentum change, they would still lose the series to the Calgary Flames.
Throughout the year, the Sip Advisor will alphabetically travel the National Hockey League (NHL), discovering the best and worst each team has to offer in a variety of subjects. We will also feature a drink based off the franchise. Today, we head to the Big Apple and take a bite out of the New York Rangers:
Establishment Story: The Rangers are one of the NHL’s Original Six franchises, founded in 1926. The club was originally owned by George ‘Tex’ Rickard, who wanted a second team to play out of Madison Square Garden (MSG), which he was president of, based on the success of the New York Americans. Rickard’s team quickly earned the nickname ‘Tex’s Rangers’ and the latter half stuck.
Stanley Cups: The Rangers were the first U.S. team to win the Stanley Cup and have won a total of four championships. The team ended a 54-year drought when they defeated the Vancouver Canucks in 1994. Since then, they have appeared in one Stanley Cup Final, losing to the Los Angeles Kings in 2014. Other championship round losses include 1929, 1932, 1937, 1950, 1972 and 1979.
Celebrity Fan: Playing at one of the most famous arenas in the world, in a VIP hub like New York City, brings a lot of star power to games. Some particular luminaries known to drop by MSG, sporting their Rangers threads, includes Liam Neeson, Kate Upton, Spike Lee, Susan Sarandon and Tim Robbins, John McEnroe, Jason Bateman, and others. On any given night, you can spot multiple celebs supporting the Rangers.
Super Fan: Bobby Granger was a fictional super fan, created by the Rangers for a series of TV commercials. The character was played by real-life fan Kev Kage, with ads including Granger teaching Rangers players how to say “Fuhgeddaboudit”, learning to speak Czech from Jaromir Jagr and taking a slap shot to the groin from Brendan Shanahan. Granger was also used to pump up the crowd prior to playoff games.
Mascot: The Rangers have never had a mascot in their close to a century-long history. As of the 2022-23 season, the Rangers remain the only team in the league to not have a mascot and that may never change. Some have suggested a Statue of Liberty type, while others lean towards some sort of animal. There’s even an online petition, launched with the hopes of the team adding a mascot.
Tradition: Denis Potvin hasn’t played in the NHL since 1988, but that hasn’t stopped Rangers fans from chanting “Potvin Sucks” at every home game since the former New York Islanders captain inadvertently injured Ulf Nilsson in February 1979. The chant became so popular, spurred on by the organ tune Let’s Go Band, it was released on a vinyl album by the band Bobby Nyse and the Scrotums.
Appearances in Media: The plot of the 1999 movie Mystery, Alaska deals with an amateur hockey team preparing for an exhibition game with the Rangers. The film starred Russell Crowe, Hank Azaria, Burt Reynolds and Mike Myers, while the likes of Phil Esposito, Little Richard, Jim Fox and Barry Melrose appeared as themselves. Unfortunately, the movie did not do well critically or financially.
Events/Scandals: Some believe the Rangers half-century championship drought was due to the Curse of 1940, aka Dutton’s Curse. The story goes that MSG owners paid off their mortgage to coincide with the Rangers 1940 Stanley Cup win, so burned the document in the treasured trophy, resulting in the curse. Another version has New York Americans owner Red Dutton declaring the Rangers wouldn’t win again in his lifetime, after his team was not reinstated into the NHL following World War II. Dutton died in 1987.
Rivalry: The Rangers have long-standing rivalries with a number of their Metropolitan Division adversaries. This includes the New York Islanders (Battle of New York), New Jersey Devils (Battle of the Hudson River), Philadelphia Flyers (Broadway vs. Broad Street), and Washington Capitals. During their founding years, they also feuded with the New York Americans, which they practically drove out of the NHL… and were cursed for doing so.
Tragedy: There is a lot of death surrounding the Rangers. Minor leaguer Wayne Larkin (heart attack in training camp), legendary goaltender Terry Sawchuk (pulmonary embolism weeks after a roughhousing accident with a teammate), forward Roman Lyashenko (suicide), prospect Alexei Cherepanov (heart attack during Kontinental Hockey League game), and enforcer Derek Boogaard (accidental overdose) all died as members or recent members of the organization.
Player Nicknames: At a height of 5’9”, tenacious winger Pat Verbeek was given the nickname ‘Little Ball of Hate’ by teammate Glenn Healy in 1995. Fellow teammate Ray Ferraro was known as the ‘Big Ball of Hate’, standing a whole inch taller than Verbeek. Another popular moniker in the franchise’s history was ‘The King’, attached to goalie Henrik Lundqvist by fans and media during his stellar rookie season.
Line: The Rangers have had some really great line names. This includes the Mafia Line (“Godfather” Phil Esposito and his two “Dons” Don Maloney and Don Murdoch), as well as the Czechmates (Petr Nedved, Jan Hlavac, Radek Dvorak). Their most productive line of all-time, was dubbed the GAG Line or Goal-A-Game Line. Comprised of Jean Ratelle, Vic Hadfield and Rod Gilbert, the unit played together from 1968-69 to 1973-74.
Captain: Mark Messier is so synonymous with the term leader in hockey that the Mark Messier Leadership Award has been given to an NHL captain or other leader since the 2006-07 season. Perhaps Messier’s greatest leadership moment was guaranteeing the Rangers would win Game 6 of the 1994 Eastern Conference Finals. They did, thanks to a natural hat trick for Messier, then went on to take Game 7 and later won the Stanley Cup.
Enforcer: Jeff Beukeboom played eight seasons for the Rangers, leading the team in penalty minutes in a season three times. Beukeboom sits second for the franchise record for total penalty minutes at 1,157, just 69 minutes behind the leader, Ron Greschner, who spent his entire 16-season NHL career with the club. Beukeboom was used in a popular ESPN This is SportsCenter ad, where he attacked sportscaster Steve Levy, after Levy referred to him as “Puke-a-boom”.
Family Values: The Patrick family is synonymous with the long history of the Rangers. Lester Patrick was the first GM in team history, guiding the club from 1926 to 1946 and winning three Stanley Cups. Lester’s sons, Lynn and Muzz, both played for the team during Lester’s reign, with Lynn later becoming a coach and Muzz a GM for New York. Finally, Lynn’s son Craig served as GM of the franchise from 1980 to 1986, including temporarily coaching the team at times.
Returning Players: Following the 1996-97 season, the Rangers were prepared to part ways with captain Mark Messier. Messier moved on to the Vancouver Canucks for three disastrous seasons personally and organizationally, before returning to New York in 2000. Messier regained the captaincy from Brian Leetch, as well as his previous playing form. Messier would remain with the team through the 2003-04 campaign, officially retiring in September 2005.
Short Stint: NHL Hall of Fame members Guy Lafleur and Pat LaFontaine played 67 games each for the Rangers. Lafleur had been retired from the league since 1985, when he staged a comeback and joined New York in 1988. After one season, Lafleur left for the Quebec Nordiques. As for LaFontaine, he joined the Rangers for the 1997-98 season, with a history of concussions following him. In a March 1998 contest, he collided with a teammate, suffering another head injury and never played again, officially retiring in 1999.
Undrafted: In 1978, World Hockey Association (WHA) stars Anders Hedberg and Ulf Nilsson were lured to the NHL by twin $600,000 deals offered by the Rangers. Their WHA team, the Winnipeg Jets, simply couldn’t afford to match those offers. Another European fan favourite, Mats Zuccarello (nicknamed The Hobbit, for his 5’8” stature), came to the Rangers organization in 2010, playing with the team for nine seasons.
Trade: GM Neil Smith earned the nickname ‘Big Deal Neil’ during his tenure with the Rangers from 1989 to 2000. His biggest acquisition was trading for Mark Messier in 1991, giving up Bernie Nicholls, Louie DeBrusk and Steven Rice in exchange. Messier would lead the team to their 1994 Stanley Cup, which also included other Edmonton Oilers dynasty members Kevin Lowe, Adam Graves, Glenn Anderson, Esa Tikkanen, Craig MacTavish, and Jeff Beukeboom.
Signing: For a time, the Rangers seemed to try and sign every top free agent available, often to awful deals they would later regret. Wade Redden (six-year, $39 million), Brad Richards (nine-year, $60 million), Scott Gomez (seven-year, $51.5 million), Chris Drury (five-year, $35.5 million), Bobby Holik (five-year, $45 million), Theoren Fleury (four-year, $28 million), and Kevin Shattenkirk (four-year, $26.65 million) all signed loaded contracts they never lived up to.
Draft Pick: Despite their long history, the Rangers have rarely had a top pick to utilize. The jury is still out on 2020 first overall selection Alexis Lafreniere, as well as 2019 second overall choice Kaapo Kakko. Pavel Brendl, taken fourth overall in 1999, never played for New York and only had 78 total NHL games. Some great picks for the Rangers were diamond in the rough goalie finds Henrik Lundqvist (205th overall in 2000) and Igor Shesterkin (118th overall in 2014).
Holdouts: Mark Messier, who ended up in New York after a holdout with the Edmonton Oilers, became a legend in the city as the team won their first Stanley Cup since 1940. His popularity waned a bit before the next season could start, as Messier wanted to negotiate a new contract with the Rangers. The 1994-95 NHL lockout meant nobody played until January, but Messier was still without a new contract until days into the shortened season.
Buyouts: The Rangers have capitalized on using buyouts to get themselves out of bad free agent deals, but a stunning buyout was that of goalie Henrik Lundqvist, a fan favourite and backbone of the team for years. He was sent packing in 2020, with one year remaining on his deal, landing with the Washington Capitals. Before he could ever play for another team, it was discovered Lundqvist was suffering from an irregular heartbeat, which would eventually lead to his retirement.
Unique Game: The Rangers have been featured in many NHL special events, including the 1991 Las Vegas outdoor game vs. Los Angeles Kings, a 2006 pre-season game in San Juan, Puerto Rico vs. Florida Panthers, the 2011 NHL Premiere (two games in Stockholm, Sweden), the 2012 Winter Classic vs. Philadelphia Flyers, a pair of 2014 Stadium Series contests vs. New Jersey Devils and New York Islanders, and the 2018 Winter Classic vs. Buffalo Sabres. The Rangers and Islanders will play as part of the 2024 Stadium Series.
Goal: The Rangers 1994 Stanley Cup would not be possible had it not been for Stephane Matteau’s Game 7 double overtime winner in the 1994 Eastern Conference Finals. The tally is best remembered for play-by-play man Howie Rose’s call of ‘Matteau, Matteau, Matteau!” Another memorable goal was Marek Malik’s 2005 between-the-legs shootout winner to end the longest shootout in NHL history. Malik was not known for his scoring ability, but ended the game in fashion in the 15th round.
Fight/Brawl: Brawls with the Boston Bruins (1979) and Los Angeles Kings (1981) have already been covered during this project, so we’ll focus on a 1971 melee with the Toronto Maple Leafs, that is best remembered for Leafs goalie Bernie Parent’s mask going missing for 41 years. During the fracas, Rangers captain Vic Hadfield tossed Parent’s face shield into the crowd and it wasn’t seen again by Parent until a memorabilia collector asked him to authenticate the mask in 2012. It was the real deal.
Injury: During a November 1998 game against the Los Angeles Kings, Jeff Beukeboom was sucker punched by Kings enforcer Matt Johnson. This resulted in another concussion for Beukeboom, whose physical playing style had resulted in other head injuries throughout his career. Johnson was suspended 12 games for his actions. While Beukeboom did return to action, another hit to the head in 1999 ended his career, due to post-concussion syndrome.
Penalty: During the 2008 playoffs, the Rangers were facing the New Jersey Devils. While on a power play, super pest Sean Avery decided to use a new tactic against legendary goalie Martin Brodeur, by wildly waving his arms and stick in front of the netminder to distract him. The next day, the NHL ruled that this could be penalized as unsportsmanlike conduct in the future, resulting in a minor penalty. The statute is commonly known as ‘The Avery Rule’.
Wildest Story: Tony DeAngelo’s time with the Rangers came with much controversy, especially the end of his tenure. DeAngelo was put on waivers on January 31, 2021, following a reported physical confrontation with teammate Alexandar Geogiev. The altercation stemmed from DeAngelo saying something to the goalie following a loss and Georgiev electing to attack the defenseman. DeAngelo was dismissed from the Rangers and bought out of his contract at the end of the season.
Blooper: Wayne Gretzky played the final three seasons of his career with the Rangers (1996-99). Despite being the most famous hockey star of all-time, on October 30, 1997, for a game against the New York Islanders, the equipment team spelled the Great One’s name GRETKZY on the back of his jersey. Gretzky would have a similar jersey name bar mishap when visiting English Premier League team Tottenham Hotspur, who gave him a custom jersey with GRETSKY on the back.
Miscellaneous: On March 13, 1948, Larry Kwong became the first non-white and Asian player in NHL history, breaking the colour barrier, when he played one shift with the Rangers at the end of what would prove to be his only NHL game. Kwong, who played most of his later career in Quebec senior leagues, had previously been invited to training camp with the Chicago Black Hawks in 1942, but the Canadian government declined to process the paperwork needed for Kwong to leave the country.
New York Rangers: The Broadway Blueshirts
2 oz Tequila
Top with Coconut Water
Splash of Lime Juice
Dash of Agave Nectar
Dashes of Angostura Bitters
Garnish with a Lime Wedge
This recipe comes from Hornitos Tequila, with its name coming from a nickname for the Rangers. For those wanting more Rangers cocktail options, the Blueshirts Bartender on Instagram creates a new Rangers-themed beverage before every game.
Throughout the year, the Sip Advisor will alphabetically travel the National Hockey League (NHL), discovering the best and worst each team has to offer in a variety of subjects. We will also feature a drink based off the franchise. Today, we hit the bright lights of Hollywood… or Hockeywood as it has come to be known, with a look at the Los Angeles Kings:
Establishment Story: The Kings joined the NHL in the 1967 expansion from six to 12 teams. Along with the Oakland Golden Seals, they became the first west coast teams in the league. A fan contest was held to name the team, with the winning entry being Kings, thanks to owner Jack Kent Cooke wanting the franchise to have “an air of royalty”. This is also why the team’s original colour scheme was purple and gold.
Stanley Cups: The Kings have won two Stanley Cups, in 2012 and 2014, defeating the New Jersey Devils and New York Rangers, respectively. Prior to that, they had only appeared in one Stanley Cup Final, losing to the Montreal Canadiens in 1993. The Wayne Gretzky years were supposed to bring more success, but the 1993 Finals appearance was preceded by playoff struggles and followed by not making the post-season at all.
Celebrity Fan: With the arrival of Wayne Gretzky in 1988, the Great Western Forum in Inglewood was the place to be, drawing many Hollywood celebrities to games. Actors such as John Candy and Alan Thicke (both transplanted Canadians) could regularly be seen at games, while Tom Cruise and Julia Roberts were spotted on occasion. Today, the likes of Will Ferrell and Snoop Dogg are supporters of the Kings.
Super Fan: Original fans who greeted the team at the airport as they arrived to move into their new Los Angeles home dubbed themselves the Kings Court. Supporters groups are still part of the Kings fan experience today, with an official club known as the Royal Army. Royal Army membership perks include a gift from the Kings, access to exclusive events and various discounts.
Mascot: Bailey is a lion, who debuted for the Kings in 2007. He wears jersey number 72, a reference to Los Angeles’ average temperature and was named after Garnet ‘Ace’ Bailey, who was the Kings Director of Pro Scouting, when he was aboard one of the flights crashed into the World Trade Center on 9/11. Previously, the Kings mascot was a snow leopard named Kingston, but it was introduced and retired within the same year in 1990.
Tradition: For a team that has existed since the 1967 expansion, I had a surprisingly tough time finding content to fill this section. The Kings current goal song is called Hey Hey by Twilight Trio, while a former track used to celebrate scores was Randy Newman’s I Love LA. For a time, each player on the Kings had their own goal song, with a mix of rap, country, pop and rock songs comprising the list.
Appearances in Media: The Kings have appeared in a couple of movies, including Tooth Fairy and The Love Guru, making Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson and Justin Timberlake fictional members of the team, as Derek ‘Tooth Fairy’ Thompson and Jacques ‘Le Coq’ Grande, respectively. Wayne Gretzky also rocked Kings paraphernalia in a couple skits as part of his Saturday Night Live hosting gig in May 1989.
Events/Scandals: On October 20, 2014, defenseman Slava Voynov was arrested for domestic violence against his wife. He was immediately suspended by the NHL and later charged with a felony count for “corporal injury to a spouse”. In July 2015, Voynov plead guilty to a lesser misdemeanor charge and was sentenced to 90 days in jail and three years probation. In order to avoid deportation, Voynov voluntarily returned to Russia. His six-year, $25 million contract signed in June 2013 was terminated.
Rivalry: The Kings two biggest rivals are their fellow California clubs. First, there’s the Anaheim Ducks, as both teams play within the Los Angeles metropolitan area. Their feud is known as the Freeway Face-Off, as Interstate 5 separates the two locales. Next, is the San Jose Sharks, with the team’s rivalry being part of a Northern vs. Southern California comparison. The Kings beat both teams en route to the 2014 Stanley Cup.
Tragedy: During the 1978-79 season, forward Scott Garland played six games for the Kings, along with 45 contests for their American Hockey League affiliate, the Springfield Indians. That off-season, Garland was killed while driving in Montreal, Quebec, when he blew a tire and crashed into a retaining wall. Garland was only 27 years old. He had previously played for the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Player Nicknames: There are some pretty good nicknames from the Kings history. For example, Luc Robitaille was dubbed Lucky, while Bernie Nicholls – a personal favourite of mine from childhood, after he winked at me while watching the Kings warm up for a game against the Vancouver Canucks – was called Pumper, a reference to pumpernickel bread. More recent memorable monikers include The Colonel for Kyle Clifford and Mr. Game 7 for Justin Williams.
Line: One of the most prolific lines in NHL history was the Triple Crown Line, comprised of Dave Taylor, Charlie Simmer and Marcel Dionne. The trio played together from 1979 to 1984, with the 1980-81 season being their most successful, as the unit combined for 328 points. They became the first line in NHL history with each player recording a 100-plus point season.
Captain: Dustin Brown played his entire 18-season career with the Kings, after being drafted 13th overall by the team in 2003. Brown was named captain in of the Kings in 2008 and held the mantle for both of their Stanley Cup championships. In 2016, the captaincy was passed to Anze Kopitar. In April 2022, Brown announced plans to retire following the playoffs and was named captain for his final regular season contest. He was honoured with a statue outside Crypto.com Arena on the night of his jersey retirement.
Enforcer: When Wayne Gretzky was traded to the Kings, he requested Marty McSorley be part of the deal, ensuring he had someone to watch his back coming along with him to Los Angeles. McSorley knew his role well, piling up a franchise single-season record 399 penalty minutes in 1992-93. McSorley also holds the Kings all-time penalty minute record with 1,846 over two stints with the club.
Family Values: From 1996 to 1998, brothers Jan and Roman Vopat were members of the Kings organization together. Similarly, brothers Mario and Adrian Kempe were both signed with the Kings in 2019, although Mario only played 16 games in the minors, before having his contract mutually terminated, while Adrian has been an NHL mainstay since 2017-18.
Returning Players: Luc Robitaille had three stints with the Kings. Drafted by the team in 1984, he spent the first decade of his career with the franchise. After stints with the Pittsburgh Penguins and New York Rangers, Robitaille returned to Los Angeles for four more seasons. Robitaille would then move to the Detroit Red Wings for two years, before retiring with the Kings in 2006, wearing the captain’s ‘C’ in his final game.
Short Stint: Jarome Iginla wrapped up his celebrated career with a 19-game stint with the Kings, after being traded to Los Angeles on March 1, 2017. Although he produced six goals and three assists in those contests, Iginla was not re-signed following the season. He announced his retirement on July 30, 2018. The run with the Kings allowed him a final appearance against the Calgary Flames, allowing fans to cheer for the former face of the franchise one more time.
Undrafted: Steve Duchesne was signed by the Kings in October 1984, debuting for the team for the 1986-87 season, where he would be named to the NHL All-Rookie Team. Duchesne played five seasons with Los Angeles, before bouncing around the league for a number of years. He played another 60 games with the Kings in 1998-99. Duchesne’s final three campaigns were spent with the Detroit Red Wings, where he would retire after winning the 2002 Stanley Cup.
Trade: Well, the deal that brought Wayne Gretzky to Los Angeles not only shook the NHL’s foundation, it also changed the entire North American sports landscape. So, I think that has to go here. Gretzky was acquired, along with Marty McSorley and Mike Krushelnyski, in exchange for Jimmy Carson, Martin Gelinas, $15 million and three first-round draft picks. The deal is cited as the reason the NHL was able to expand into much of the U.S. over the next decade.
Signing: The Kings best free agent signing was Willie Mitchell, who they landed in 2010. Mitchell’s rugged defensive play greatly helped Los Angeles on their road to both the 2012 and 2014 Stanley Cups. Among the team’s worst signings were Simon Gagne and Ilya Kovalchuk. Gagne was signed to a two-year, $7 million deal, but only managed to appear in 45 games over those two seasons. Kovalchuk returned from Russia to join the Kings, before a messy contract termination in the second season of his three-year pact.
Draft Pick: The Kings have only selected first overall once in franchise history, when they picked Rick Pagnutti in 1967. Pagnutti never played in the NHL. The team has done well with the second overall pick, selecting Jimmy Carson (1986), Drew Doughty (2008) and Quinton Byfield (2020). Carson was used as part of the package to bring Wayne Gretzky to Los Angeles, while Doughty was a leader for the team’s two Stanley Cup championships. Byfield comes to the Kings as a highly-touted prospect.
Holdouts: Speaking of Drew Doughty, prior to the 2011-12 season, the star defenseman needed a new contract. A sticking point in the negotiations was the team not wanting to pay Doughty more than Anze Kopitar’s $6.8 million per year. With the regular season fast approaching – Doughty missed most of the Kings pre-season – the sides finally settled on an eight-year, $56 million deal ($7 million per year), going on to win the 2012 Stanley Cup.
Buyouts: After two seasons with the Kings, defenseman Dion Phaneuf was bought out of the final two seasons of his seven-year, $49 million contract, signed with the Toronto Maple Leafs on December 31, 2013. The buyout was split between Los Angeles and the Ottawa Senators, who had retained 25 per cent of Phaneuf’s salary, when they traded him to Los Angeles. The Kings paid Phaneuf $4.25 million over four years.
Unique Game: On September 27, 1991, the NHL staged an outdoor pre-season game in Las Vegas, Nevada. The contest took place between the Kings and the New York Rangers, played on a rink constructed on the parking lot of the Caesars Palace resort. This was the NHL’s first outdoor game and it saw the Kings win 5-2. Temperatures reached as high as 95 °F (35 °C). A rematch between the teams was scheduled for two days later in Charlotte, North Carolina, but was cancelled due to unsafe ice conditions.
Goal: A number of Wayne Gretzky goals remain highlights for the franchise. These include breaking Gordie Howe’s all-time points (1989 – assisting on a Bernie Nicholls marker) and all-time goals (1994) records. There’s also Alec Martinez’s double overtime winner, clinching the 2014 Stanley Cup for the Kings and Daryl Evans OT tally, completing the 1982 Miracle on Manchester triumph, the largest comeback victory in NHL playoff history.
Fight/Brawl: During Game 2 of the Kings 1981 playoffs series against the New York Rangers, a bench-clearing brawl broke out at the end of the first period. The resulting chaos included players not dressed for the game getting involved, such as Nick Fotiu of the Rangers coming down from the stands in a suit to join the fray. Fotiu wasn’t in the lineup because he was serving an eight-game suspension for previously going into the stands to fight fans. The Kings won the game, but the Rangers won the series.
Injury: Tony Granato’s career was almost ended in January 1996, when following a game against the Hartford Whalers, bleeding was discovered on his brain. It did mark the end of Granato’s time with the Kings, but the winger was able to return with the San Jose Sharks the following season. Sadly, head injuries did prematurely end the career of Adam Deadmarsh during the 2002-03 campaign.
Penalty: During Game 2 of the 1993 Stanley Cup Finals, the Kings were up 2-1 in the game and 1-0 in the series. All was going well until Montreal Canadiens coach Jacques Demers asked for a check of Marty McSorley’s stick. McSorely’s stick had an illegal curve and he was given a minor penalty. Montreal scored the tying goal on that power play and won the game in overtime, going on to win Game 3-5 and clinch the Stanley Cup.
Wildest Story: The Kings went through some serious turmoil in the mid 1990s, when owner Bruce McNall was levied with conspiracy and fraud charges after he swindled six banks of $236 million over 10 years. McNall was sentenced to 70 months in prison, with the Kings ultimately forced to declare bankruptcy in 1995. In the end, you can’t the guy too much, given he was partly responsible for bringing the movie Weekend at Bernie’s to the world as a producer.
Blooper: Although Jonathan Quick is arguably the greatest goalie the Kings have ever had, we all make mistakes. On October 7, 2013, against the New York Rangers, Quick came out of his net to play a puck dumped in from his own zone by Ryan McDonagh of the Rangers. As Quick lost his stick, the puck ricocheted off his blocker and into the net, making for an easy goal. Quick was understandably upset at the gaffe, which became the insurance tally in a Rangers 3-1 win.
Miscellaneous: In September, the Kings will take part in the first ever NHL games to take place in the Southern Hemisphere, when they play two pre-season contests against the Arizona Coyotes in Melbourne, Australia, as part of the 2023 NHL Global Series. Los Angeles has also played international games – mostly exhibition matches – in Austria, the United Kingdom, Germany, Sweden, and China.
Los Angeles Kings: The Kings Ice
Rim glass with Sugar
Sage Leaves
1.5 oz Vodka
0.5 oz Elderflower Liqueur
Splash of Lime Juice
Dash of Simple Syrup
Garnish with a Sage Leaf
This cocktail comes from the Tipsy Diaries blog. I haven’t worked a whole lot with sage as an ingredient, but I liked the earthiness it brought to this cocktail. The drink can be served either on the rocks or martini style.
Each month, the Sip Advisor will alphabetically travel Canada, discovering the best each province has to offer in a variety of subjects. We will also feature a drink the area is known for. Today, we journey to Ontario, which likes to think of itself as the center of the universe. Does that theory hold up? Let’s find out:
Motto: “Loyal she began, loyal she remains” – This has some abusive vibes to it…
Food: While popular across the country – and even internationally – Tim Hortons is an institution in Ontario. It was founded in Hamilton in 1964 by hockey star Tim Horton. The company’s headquarters are now in Toronto. As of 2022, there were 1,713 Tim Hortons locations in Ontario, accounting for 48 per cent of all the chain’s locations in Canada. I can attest, Tim Hortons donut holes, called Timbits, are quite addictive.
Drink: The Labatt Brewing Company was founded by John Labatt in 1847 in London, back when the area was known as Canada West, rather than Ontario. The company is headquartered in Toronto, but is now owned by the Anheuser-Busch InBev conglomerate. Labatt is the largest brewery in Canada, with brands including Labatt Blue (lager) and Labatt 50 (ale).
Site to See: Niagara Falls, on the border of Ontario and New York State, is the top tourist attraction in the province. Most fascinating to me is the number of daredevils who have tried to survive going over the falls. Sadly, many did not live to tell the tale, including those who used the falls to commit suicide. An estimated 5,000 bodies have been found in the waters below the falls between 1850 and 2011.
Street: Yonge Street in Toronto was, for a time, called the longest street in the world by the Guinness Book of World Records. Although this was a mistake, one title that has remained is ‘Main Street Ontario’. Notable sites along the route include the Eaton Centre shopping mall and Dundas Square, where a number of eating, entertainment and shopping options can be found.
TV Show: I’ve enjoyed a number of series set in Ontario, chief among them Letterkenny. The show highlights the lives of those living in the country community, based on star Jared Keeso’s hometown of Listowel. The townsfolk are broken up between being hicks, jocks, skids and natives. The quick dialogue has created many popular catchphrases and added numerous idioms to the lexicon.
Movie: Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, starring Michael Cera, is about a young man pursuing the girl of his dreams, only to find out he has to defeat her seven evil exes to be with her. The film, based on the Scott Pilgrim graphic novel series, uses many video game references. It’s set in Toronto, featuring landmarks such as Casa Loma, St. Michael’s College School and a Toronto Public Library location.
Book/Author: Margaret Atwood, born in Ottawa, is a Canadian literary icon. Atwood has published numerous works, including 18 novels, 18 books of poetry, eight children’s books and two graphic novels. Perhaps her most notable work is The Handmaid’s Tale, which was adapted into a 2017 TV series. Among her many accolades, Atwood received the Order of Canada in 1981 and Order of Ontario in 1990.
Fictional Character: A few other characters/shows deserving of mention include Mr. Kim (Kim’s Convenience), William Murdoch (Murdoch Mysteries), Red Green (The Red Green Show), Hobo the Dog (The Littlest Hobo), and Bob and Doug McKenzie (SCTV). Combined, the characters/shows give a good representation of Ontario from the late 19th century – the setting of Murdoch Mysteries – to present day.
Fictional City: Since Letterkenny was already mentioned above, I’ll use this category to feature Schitt’s Creek, both the show and the invented locale. When video store mogul Johnny Rose loses his entire fortune, he and his peculiar family are forced to move to the one property they still own, the rural town of Schitt’s Creek. Here, they interact with the eclectic citizens, while trying to rebuild their lives.
Actor/Actress: There are too many folks that fit this category, so I’ll just list them: Jim Carrey, Mike Myers, Ryan Gosling, Jay Baruchel, Rachel McAdams, Keanu Reeves, Michael Cera, Will Arnett, Dan Aykroyd, Phil Hartman, Matthew Perry, John Candy, Neve Campbell, Eugene Levy, Rick Moranis, Catherine O’Hara, Sandra Oh, Martin Short… did I miss anyone?
Song: A Place to Stand, A Place to Grow is the unofficial anthem of Ontario. It was written by Dolores Claman, best known for writing The Hockey Theme, which is viewed as a secondary national anthem in Canada. The song was used at the Ontario pavilion at the Expo 67 World’s Fair in Montreal, Quebec. It was also featured in the short film A Place to Stand, which won a 1967 Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.
Band/Musician: Once again, there are many options for this category. If I had to narrow it down to one, I think I’d select Justin Bieber. Just kidding, I’d probably go with Rush, but others deserving of mention include Alanis Morissette, The Tragically Hip, Drake, Barenaked Ladies, Avril Lavigne, Neil Young, The Weeknd, Shania Twain, Paul Anka, Blue Rodeo, Alessia Cara, deadmau5, Gordon Lightfoot, Our Lady Peace, Sum 41, etc.
People: Another tough category to narrow down, so I’ll split it between two long-time media personalities, one universally beloved and the other incredibly controversial. First, Alex Trebek, born in Sudbury, hosted TV game show Jeopardy! for 37 years before his death in 2020. On the other end of the spectrum, hockey pundit Don Cherry was a fixture of Hockey Night in Canada for 33 years before being unceremoniously fired in 2019.
Animal: A few giant pandas have had notable stays at the Toronto Zoo. First, Qing Qing and Quan Quan appeared at the zoo in 1985, shattering all attendance records over the zoo’s history. Decades later, Er Shun and Da Mao arrived in Toronto and in 2015, Er Shun gave birth to twin cubs, the first birth of giant pandas to occur in Canada. The cubs were named Jia Panpan (Canadian Hope) and Jia Yueyue (Canadian Joy).
Invention: Insulin, co-discovered by Sir Frederick Banting (born in Alliston) has to take this spot, thanks to the hormone’s ability to save the lives of those with diabetes or at least allow them to enjoy a safer, more comfortable existence. For his discovery, Banting was awarded the 1923 Nobel Prize in Medicine, at the age of 32, making him the youngest winner in that field to this day.
Crime: In the early 1990s, Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka, known as the Ken and Barbie Killers, raped and murdered three teenagers, including Homolka’s own sister. On his own, Bernardo was a prolific serial rapist, given the nicknames Scarborough Rapist and Schoolgirl Killer. The pair were convicted of their crimes, but while Bernardo was sentenced to life imprisonment, Homolka cut a controversial plea deal and only served 12 years.
Sports Team: Ontario is home to the most sports franchises in the country. Toronto has the Maple Leafs (NHL), Raptors (NBA), Blue Jays (MLB) and Argos (CFL), while Ottawa offers the Senators (NHL) and Redblacks (CFL). There’s also the CFL’s Hamilton Tiger Cats. The province also has the Ontario Hockey League, with 17 of the circuit’s 20 junior teams located within Ontario.
Athlete: Among other options, this category has to go to Wayne Gretzky. Born in Brantford, ‘The Great One’ owns countless NHL records and is generally regarded as the greatest hockey player the game has ever seen. Gretzky won four Stanley Cups, to go along with many individual awards, over his 20-year career. When Gretzky retired, he was immediately enshrined into the Hockey Hall of Fame and his #99 jersey was retired league-wide.
Famous Home: While the Canadian Prime Minister’s residence seems like an obvious choice, I’ll go in a different direction, highlighting McCrae House in Guelph. It is the childhood home of Lieutenant-Colonel John McCrae, who wrote the poem In Flanders Field during World War I. Sadly, McCrae died of pneumonia before the war concluded. The home was named a National Historic Site in 1966.
Urban Legend: The Baldoon Mystery is a curious tale. Taking place in the community of Wallaceburg, the story states the family farm of John T. McDonald experienced many paranormal encounters, said to result from a witch’s curse. McDonald was advised to shoot a black-headed goose with a silver bullet, which would wound the witch as well. Upon shooting a goose in its wing, McDonald came across an old woman with a broken arm and the hauntings ceased.
Museum: The Hockey Hall of Fame was established in Toronto in 1943. With the 2021 induction ceremony, a total of 417 players, builders and officials have been enshrined in the Hall. The museum also allows visitors to get close to the Stanley Cup, which reminds me of the joke that the Hall of Fame was placed in Toronto, as that’s the closest folks living there would ever get to the championship!
Firsts: For a league that has only one Canadian team, it’s amazing the first-ever National Basketball Association game was played on November 1, 1946, in Toronto. The contest, played at Maple Leaf Gardens, was between the Toronto Huskies and the New York Knickerbockers, with the Knicks winning 68-66. The Huskies only lasted one season before folding and Toronto would be without a team until the Raptors were founded in 1995.
Company: As department stores go the way of the dodo, they were once major shopping institutions. All of the biggest Canadian department stores were headquartered in Ontario, including The Bay, Eaton’s and Sears. Of these, only The Bay, in existence in various forms since 1670, still exists, but they have struggled in recent years, due to discount stores and online shopping.
Events: The War of 1812, fought between the United States and the United Kingdom, featured a number of battles in Upper Canada (what is now Ontario). The war is credited for helping to create a sense of national identity in Canada. For Canadians, the war is perhaps best remembered for the burning of Washington, which included setting the White House, then known as the Presidential Mansion, and Capitol building ablaze.
Miscellaneous: The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) is one of the largest film festivals in the world, highlighted by the premieres of star-studded movies and creating buzz for films leading up to the award season. The festival was founded in 1976 and today lasts 11 days in mid-September. Some notable movies to debut at TIFF, include American Beauty, Ray, Slumdog Millionaire, Precious, and The King’s Speech.
Ontario: Raymond Massey
2 oz Canadian Whiskey
Dash of Ginger Syrup
Top with Bubbly
Garnish with a Lemon Twist
This cocktail is named after actor Raymond Massey, who was born in Toronto, where the drink enjoys its popularity. It is a variation of the classic French 75 beverage, subbing in the Canadian Whiskey and Ginger Syrup, in favour of Gin and Lemon Juice.
Canadian Chauvinism
Maple is a cultural icon of Canada, whether you’re talking about trees, syrup or anything else. We put it on everything, including in booze. Hell, the maple leaf is even featured on our country’s flag, giving us one of the most unique banners in the world. With national pride in mind, here are some of Canada’s greatest patriots and icons:
Don Cherry
Cherry has about as many detractors as he does fans, but one thing everyone agrees on is that ‘Grapes’ is a staunch supporter of Canada, its hockey players, its military troops, and its national sport. He may go about this the wrong way sometimes, such as questioning the heart of European players, for example, but his heart is usually in the right place. The guy practically bleeds red and white maple leafs, which is sometimes hard to detect given the distracting nature of his wardrobe!
Bret Hart
Wrestling is full of patriotic characters, but you don’t see too many Canadians waving the ol’ red and white maple leaf too wildly. Bret Hart, however, along with his Hart Foundation stable, ventured on a unique storyline in 1997, where he criticized the United States and the fans that called the country home. This made him wildly popular in Canada and vehemently hated south of the border. For the rest of his career, Hart always wore Canadian pride on his sleeve and cemented his legendary status.
Wayne Gretzky
Among many great athletes, ‘The Great One’ is Canada’s most iconic and not just because he played the country’s national sport. Gretzky’s influence spread throughout the world and he can be credited with the rise of hockey’s popularity as a sport, not only across the southern United States, but also in many other countries across the globe. Gretzky represented Canada on many occasions, perhaps most notably as part of the management team that brought Olympic hockey gold back to the country after 50 years.
The Beaver
Ah, the majestic beaver… and let’s be clear, the Sip Advisor is actually talking about the noble dam-building animal. The North American beaver has found its way to being featured on the nation’s five-cent piece, the country’s very first postage stamp, and beaver sculptures can also be found adorning the Canadian Parliament Building. Canada also has a number of other creatures that are culturally appreciated, including Canadian geese, loons, and Canadian horses.
Molson Canadian Beer
The country’s national beer might not be much to brag about, in comparison to craft beer options across the nation, but it’s still something to be more proud of than Budweiser, Coors, and many of the other beverage options our continental neighbours seem to be so satisfied with. Molson Canadian has a brewing tradition that dates back to 1959 and for many young Canucks, is the first beer they ever enjoy. The Sip Advisor is one of these people and I am forever grateful for my earliest suds.
Tim Hortons
Nothing is more Canadian than donuts! Others would insist that the company’s coffee be included as part of the national identity combo, but not the Sip Advisor. Tim Hortons has grown across the country and even into other parts of the world. With products ranging from donuts to Timbits (donut holes), as well as sandwiches, soups, muffins, cookies, and everything else in between, Tim Hortons is one international contribution that can be enjoyed across the globe.
Poutine
Canada can’t be given much credit for creating items that have taken over the culinary scene, but poutine is one thing we devised and have shared – to great success – with the world over. You can’t go into a pub nowadays without the place having at least one poutine dish on their menu. Even most fast food chains, such as McDonald’s and Burger King, have made the creation available for eaters on the run. Add some bacon (preferably Canadian) onto the meal and you’re ready to gorge!
Flavour Revolution: Poor Sap
2 oz Whiskey
1 oz Maple Liqueur
Splash of Grenadine
Dash of Bitters
Garnish with a Maraschino Cherry
As a whole, Canada isn’t necessarily known for staunch patriotism… unless we’re talking about hockey and then it’s time to knuckle up. Many of our homegrown stars leave the country and never look back, trying to remove every hint of their Canadian ancestry. You will often hear debates over whether a celebrity is Canadian or not or the statement “I didn’t know he was from Canada.” The same can’t be said for the above entries.
Sip Advisor Bar Notes (3.5 Sips out of 5):
With three ounces of liquor, this is a strong martini, but the taste is pretty solid. Of course, I used a Canadian Whiskey (Crown Royal) for the cocktail. I might have slightly overdone it with the Bitters, but it all depends on your taste preferences. All in all, a good drink.
We’re Going Streaking
As tomorrow marks the conclusion of the 365-day cocktail project, my efforts will be included with some of the greatest streaks known the world over. In fact, it’s probably the greatest compilation ever put together in human existence… and you little sippers were all a part of history. Here are some other notable runs.
Cal Ripken, Jr. – 2,632 Consecutive MLB games
While baseball lacks so many of the physical demands of other sports (hell, players spend more than half the game simply standing around and do so little that they can sometimes play two contests in one day), Cal Ripken, Jr.’s 2,632 straight games is still an amazing achievement. The streak started on May 30, 1982 and ended on Sept. 20, 1998, as the shortstop wanted to wrap it up on his own terms and avoid any controversy that may follow in the twilight of his career.
Doug Jarvis – 964 Consecutive NHL games
To play that many successive games in one of the most physical sports on the planet is quite the impressive feat. When that streak spans your entire professional career (from 1975 to 1987), while winning four Stanley Cups, as well as the Selke Trophy (NHL’s top defensive forward) and Bill Masterton Trophy (awarded for perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication to hockey) that makes the record that much sweeter.
Brett Favre – 297 Consecutive NFL Quarterback Starts
Given how rough and tumble professional football can be, it’s astonishing that Brett Favre was able to start 297 games in a row, all while sending pictures of his junk via cell phone to select female members of team staff. Okay, so some of Favre’s shine rubbed off (perhaps bad word choice) near the end of his career, but you can’t take away the guy’s grit and passion.
Joe Dimaggio – 56-Game Hit Streak
It has been written before that the hardest thing to do in professional sports is hit a fastball. While I vehemently disagree with that assertion, I do agree that there are unique skills required to be a pro ball player and Joe Dimaggio’s streak is pretty impressive because of this. Perhaps more notable, the dude married Marilyn Monroe… not too shabby!
Lance Armstrong – 7-Consecutive Tour de France Victories
While Lance Armstrong’s streak of victories has since been tainted by his steroid scandal, the man competed in a world rife with cheating and he still managed to win seven straight Tour de France titles. Armstrong’s celebrity also boosted funding for cancer treatments, so regardless of his name being sullied, he still did some great things for the world.
Wayne Gretzky – 51 Consecutive Game Point Streak
Wayne Gretzky is the most prolific scorer in NHL history, putting up so many records that will never be touched. Among those, is his 51-game point scoring streak in 1983-84. The Great One averaged 3 points per game during that run and had he sat out the rest of the season after the stretch was ended, he would have still won the scoring title by 27 points!
Byron Nelson – 11 Consecutive PGA Tour Wins
Today, you’re likely to see a different leader atop the PGA Tour each week. To win 11 straight in today’s golfing world is totally unfathomable. Not ever Tiger Woods in his prime came anywhere near touching that mark. Nelson won 18 of 30 tournaments in 1945 and 52 throughout his PGA career. He also added 12 wins on other professional circuits.
A.C. Green – 1,192 Consecutive NBA Games
I think I’m more impressed with the fact the deeply religious man waited until the age of 38 to finally lose his virginity. Now THAT’S an iron man streak! Green’s foundation promotes abstinence before marriage and he was finally wed in 2002, following his playing career, which lasted from 1985-2001, including three NBA Championships.
Drink #364: Iron Man Cocktail
1.5 oz Amaretto (I used Disaronno)
1 Shot of Orange Juice
Splash of Grenadine
So, what’s next for The Sip Advisor? You’ll have to stay tuned for a big announcement on New Year’s Day. The excitement is palpable, isn’t it!?
Sip Advisor Bar Notes (3 Sips out of 5):
This recipe comes courtesy of The Drunken Moogle site and while it is meant for the comic and movie character Iron Man, I think it applies here, as well. Simply place the shot of Orange Juice into the Amaretto/Grenadine Mix and slam the whole concoction back. The drink is sweet, so if you have a tooth for that, you’re in luck. Most will want to have a more tart taste mixed in, so this cocktail doesn’t work for all.
Welcome to Canada
To celebrate Canada Day (my home and native land) I decided to take a look at the pros and cons of this country’s make-up. Why bother looking at what needs improvement, you ask? Well, I feel we should all be always striving to better ourselves and I expect no less from my country. That, and I’m a massive jerk, who likes to rant about things that displease me. On with the ranting!
Pro: Hockey
If you are ever in need of defining what an athlete should be, look no further than a hockey player, preferably of the Canadian variety. There, you will see true glimpses of sportsmanship, humbleness, work ethic, ruggedness, and manliocity. Think of icons like Steve Yzerman, Joe Sakic, Gordie Howe, and ‘The Great One’ Wayne Gretzky.
Con: Expensive Alcohol
Do you know how much easier this 365-day liquor challenge would be if I lived in almost any other country, rather than Canada. Even Canadian manufactured products are ridiculously priced. Whenever Mrs. Sip and I travel south of the border, we make sure to grab a ton of booze because it is just so much more reasonably priced. Sadly, we have limits on what we can bring back and as a law-abiding citizen, I actually follow these allotments… for the most part!
Pro: Good People
Canada has a reputation for its citizens being overly nice and helpful population. This standing is well-earned and as a fictional leader of this great land, I must say that I’m proud of our people and the work we all do to not only make our home a better place, but to welcome strangers from foreign lands.
Con: No Dill Pickle Round Slices
There are a lot of products that I can’t find in Canada, that are available south of the border (in fact, I wrote an entire article about this phenomenon). But one that absolutely flummoxes me is the absence of dill pickles in round slices. If it can be done for sweet pickles, why not dill? Clearly dill pickles can be sliced, but all I ever see is the elongated variety. It has driven me to become an ex-pat of this great nation and must be rectified.
Pro: Beautiful Women
I can say with full conviction that Canada has to have the most beautiful women in the universe. A long walk on a glorious summer day – with dark shades fully ensconced on my noggin’ – is an absolute treat with all the eye candy available to every red-blooded male. Sadly, that beauty gets hidden away during the cold winter months, when everyone is bundling up in toques, scarfs, and jackets, but it’s all worth it again on that first patio-suitable day of spring.
Con: Inclement Weather
As mentioned above, it can get cold and nasty during the winter, up here in the Great White North. Even here in Vancouver, where we have much more mild temperatures, we live in an urban rainforest where we get drenched by buckets of cold rain every year. I know we’re not alone in the not-so-nice weather department, but that doesn’t mean I can’t bitch about it. On the bright side, if you like to ski (or just enjoy watching snow bunnies), we’ve got you covered!
Pro: Strip Clubs with Alcohol
Imagine my shock when my crew saddled up to a strip club in Seattle, Washington for my stag last year and were told that we had a choice: either see naked ladies or keep drinking. Before my friends could answer, I’d already left the lobby, en route to the next liquor establishment. Truth be told, I’m not a strip club regular, but if I do go, I want to be able to have an overpriced brew or cocktail while a young lady makes love to a pole!
Con: No Singles ($1 bills)
How are you supposed to get your money’s worth at the strip club!? The smallest denomination you can tuck into a dancer’s G-string is a fiver. That means you can go through a lot of money in very little time. And don’t even think about making it rain. A small wad of fives, tens, and twenties will pale in comparison to a massive wad of American ones. I guess you could take a jar full of loonies and toonies and toss it into the air and do some serious damage!
Drink #182: Red Maple Sunset
1 oz Campari
1 oz Maple Syrup
Top with Lemon Juice
Splash of Egg Whites
Garnish with Canadian Flag
So, happy birthday Canada! I hope you get all the gifts you’ve wanted and that your next year is as fabulous as the last!
Sip Advisor Bar Notes (3.5 Sips out of 5):
This was my first opportunity to play around with not only Campari, but also Maple Syrup. The drink was a nice mix of sweet and bitter, as the Campari has a fruity taste, with a bitter finish. The Maple Syrup actually worked well with the cocktail, which was a pleasant surprise given it’s a bit of an odd ingredient.
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DRAFTED: PHI / 2003 NHL ENTRY DRAFT
ROUND: 1ST (11TH OVERALL)
Andy Andreoff Dustin Brown Jeff Carter Kyle Clifford Drew Doughty Nic Dowd Jhonas Enroth Marian Gaborik Kevin Gravel Matt Greene Dwight King Anze Kopitar Vincent Lecavalier Trevor Lewis Milan Lucic Alec Martinez Jamie McBain Brayden McNabb Jake Muzzin Jordan Nolan Tanner Pearson Jonathan Quick Luke Schenn Rob Scuderi Nick Shore Tyler Toffoli Kris Versteeg
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STATS
GAME LOG
NOTES
NEWS
BIO
2015-2016 SEASON STATISTICS
SEASONGPG A P +/- PIM PP SH GW S S%
REGULAR SEASON74 23 37 60 15 16 4 1 5 233 9.9
LEAGUE RANK219TH53RD38TH30TH39TH497TH114TH39TH34TH26TH262ND
LAST 5 GAMES
GAMEG A P +/- PIMPP SH S S%SHIFTSTOIFO%
APR 04 '16 LAK @ VAN011100060.02720:3459.1
APR 02 '16 DAL @ LAK101-1000250.03021:2235.7
MAR 31 '16 CGY @ LAK*2132010366.72418:3661.1
MAR 28 '16 LAK @ SJS000-120060.02319:3433.3
MAR 26 '16 EDM @ LAK2133000450.02418:3931.6
* SCORED GAME WINNING GOAL
CAREER REGULAR SEASON STATISTICS
SEASONTEAMGPGA P +/- PIM PP SH GW SS%
2000-2001STRATHROY ROCKETS-OHA-B49 27 20 47 10
2001-2002SAULT STE. MARIE GREYHOUNDS-OHL63 18 17 35 12
2002-2003SAULT STE. MARIE GREYHOUNDS-OHL61 35 36 71 -5 55 18 1
2002-2003CANADA-WJ18-A7 2 4 6 2
2003-2004SAULT STE. MARIE GREYHOUNDS-OHL57 36 30 66 4 26 11 6
2003-2004PHILADELPHIA PHANTOMS-AHL
2003-2004CANADA-WJC-A6 5 2 7 2
2004-2005SAULT STE. MARIE GREYHOUNDS-OHL55 34 40 74 20 40 14 1
2004-2005CANADA-WJC-A6 7 3 10 6
2004-2005PHILADELPHIA PHANTOMS-AHL3 0 1 1 -1 4 0 0 0
2005-2006FLYERS81 23 19 42 10 40 6 2 7 189 12.2
2005-2006CANADA-WC-A9 4 2 6 2
2006-2007FLYERS62 14 23 37 -17 48 3 2 1 215 6.5
2007-2008FLYERS82 29 24 53 6 55 7 2 5 260 11.2
2008-2009FLYERS82 46 38 84 23 68 13 4 12 342 13.4
2009-2010FLYERS74 33 28 61 2 38 11 2 6 319 10.3
2010-2011FLYERS80 36 30 66 27 39 8 0 7 335 10.8
2011-2012BLUE JACKETS39 15 10 25 -11 14 8 0 1 130 11.5
2011-2012KINGS16 6 3 9 -1 2 2 0 1 54 11.1
2012-2013KINGS48 26 7 33 0 16 8 0 8 133 19.6
2013-2014KINGS72 27 23 50 8 44 8 1 5 256 10.5
2013-2014CANADA-OLYMPICS6 3 2 5 6 2 0 0 0 24
2014-2015KINGS82 28 34 62 7 28 10 1 5 218 12.8
2015-2016KINGS74 23 37 60 15 16 4 1 5 233 9.9
NHL TOTALS 792 306 276 582 69 408 88 15 63 2,684 11.4
CAREER PLAYOFF STATISTICS
SEASONTEAMGPGA P +/- PIM PP SH GW SS%
2001-2002SAULT STE. MARIE GREYHOUNDS-OHL4 0 0 0 2
2002-2003SAULT STE. MARIE GREYHOUNDS-OHL4 0 2 2 -5 2 0 0
2003-2004PHILADELPHIA PHANTOMS-AHL12 4 1 5 -2 0 1 1 2
2004-2005SAULT STE. MARIE GREYHOUNDS-OHL7 5 5 10 0 6 3 0
2004-2005PHILADELPHIA PHANTOMS-AHL21 12 11 23 10 12 5 0 3
2005-2006FLYERS6 0 0 0 -4 10 0 0 0 10 0.0
2005-2006CANADA-WC-A0 0 0.0
2007-2008FLYERS17 6 5 11 0 12 3 0 1 72 8.3
2008-2009FLYERS6 1 0 1 -2 8 0 0 0 30 3.3
2009-2010FLYERS12 5 2 7 -5 2 2 0 1 51 9.8
2010-2011FLYERS6 1 1 2 -3 2 1 0 0 18 5.6
2011-2012KINGS20 8 5 13 0 4 4 0 3 54 14.8
2012-2013KINGS18 6 7 13 6 14 1 0 0 56 10.7
2013-2014KINGS26 10 15 25 5 4 4 0 1 73 13.7
NHL TOTALS 111 37 35 72 -3 56 15 0 6 364 10.2
Carter played minor hockey in London, Ontario, with the London Jr. Knights rep program. He then played bantam hockey with the AAA Elgin-Middlesex Chiefs of the Ontario Minor Hockey Association (OMHA) before spending a season with the Strathroy Rockets, a Junior B team.
Carter was selected in the first round, 3rd overall, of the 2001 Ontario Hockey League (OHL) Priority Selection by the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds. He began his OHL career in 2001–02, recording 35 points over 63 games as a rookie. The following season, he improved to 71 points. In the off-season, the Philadelphia Flyers selected him 11th overall in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft.
Returning to the Greyhounds following his draft, he earned Second Team OHL All-Star honours in 2003–04 with a 66-point campaign. Following his third OHL season, he was assigned by the Flyers to their American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, the Philadelphia Phantoms, for their 2005 Calder Cup playoff season. He recorded five points over 12 games in his initial stint at the professional level. Back in the OHL for his final junior season in 2004–05, he recorded a major junior career-high 74 points (34 goals and 40 assists) in 55 games. He was a First Team OHL All-Star that season and won the OHL and CHL Sportsman of the Year Awards. After the Greyhounds were eliminated from the 2005 OHL playoffs, Carter joined the Phantoms once more and recorded 23 points (12 goals and 11 assists) in 21 playoff games, helping the team win the Calder Cup.
Carter playing for the Philadelphia Flyers during the 2006–07 season.
Philadelphia FlyersEdit
The next season, in 2005–06, Carter made the Flyers' roster out of training camp. He was joined by fellow rookies Mike Richards and R. J. Umberger, who were both also instrumental in the Phantoms' Calder Cup championship of the previous season. He scored his first career NHL goal on October 27, 2005, against Roberto Luongo of the Florida Panthers. He finished the campaign first in team-scoring among rookies with 23 goals and 42 points.
After 37- and 53-point efforts in his second and third NHL seasons, respectively, Carter and the Flyers agreed to a three-year, $15-million contract extension on June 27, 2008, days before he was set to become a restricted free agent. He responded with a breakout campaign in 2008–09, leading the team in scoring with 46 goals and 84 points. During the season, he was also named to his first NHL All-Star Game, representing the Eastern Conference. Despite a strong regular season, Carter was held to just one goal in six Stanley Cup playoff games as the Flyers were eliminated by the Pittsburgh Penguins in six games. His series was also marred when he failed to score with an open net in front of him in Game 2 of the series, where Penguins goalie Marc-André Fleury made a toe save to block the shot that would have given the Flyers a 3–1 lead late in the third period. Carter was later called off for a hooking penalty and the Penguins scored to tie the game and eventually win in overtime. It was later revealed that Carter had played the final four games of the series with a separated shoulder.[1]
On November 13, 2010, Carter signed an 11-year, $58 million contract extension with the Flyers through to the 2021–22 season. The deal features a full no-trade clause from 2012 to 2015, followed by a limited no-trade clause thereafter.[2][3]
Columbus Blue JacketsEdit
Carter during his short tenure with the Columbus Blue Jackets in the 2011–12 season.
While in the midst of a major re-tooling, the Flyers traded Carter to the Columbus Blue Jackets on June 23, 2011, in exchange for Jakub Voracek, a 2011 first-round pick (Sean Couturier) and a 2011 third-round pick (Nick Cousins).[4]
Despite being injured in the start of the season, Carter was named an alternate captain with the Blue Jackets, one of four rotating alternates along with James Wisniewski, former Flyers teammate R. J. Umberger and Antoine Vermette.[5]
Los Angeles KingsEdit
On February 23, 2012, Carter was traded to the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for Jack Johnson and a conditional first-round pick, reuniting him with former Flyer and close friend Mike Richards.[6]
On June 11, 2012, Carter scored the eventual Stanley Cup-winning goal in Game 6 of the 2012 Stanley Cup Finals against the New Jersey Devils.[7] He would finish the 2012 playoffs with eight goals and five assists.
During the lockout-shortened 2012–13 season, Carter scored 26 goals along with seven assists, playing in all 48 regular season games.
In the first round of the 2014 playoffs, the Kings rallied back from a 3–0 series deficit against the San Jose Sharks to win four-straight and take the series in seven games. This made Carter one of the first and only two players (the other being his teammate Mike Richards) in history to be a part of two teams who achieved such a feat (Philadelphia Flyers in 2010, Los Angeles Kings in 2014; though Carter missed the Flyers' series in 2010 due to injury).
Early in the 2014–15 season, Carter was named the NHL's First Star of the Week for October 20–26 after scoring two goals and four assists in just two games. This helped the reigning Stanley Cup champion Kings maintain a perfect 6–0 record during their season-opening homestand.[8] On February 15, 2015, Carter passed the 500 career NHL point mark with a three-assist performance against the Calgary Flames in a 5–3 victory for the Kings.[9]. Carter played a majority of the season with Tanner Pearson and Tyler Toffoli, with the line being dubbed "That 70's Line" since all three had numbers in the 70's.
International playEdit
Medal record
Competitor for Canada
Ice hockey
Winter Olympics
2014 Sochi
World Junior Championships
2005 United States
2004 Finland
IIHF World U18 Championships
2003 Russia
Carter pictured with Team Canada.
Carter debuted internationally with Team Canada with the under-18 team at the 2003 IIHF World U18 Championships. He scored six points in seven games, helping Canada to their first-ever gold medal at the tournament.
The following year, Carter moved on to the Canadian national under-20 team, playing in back-to-back World Junior Championships. Winning silver in 2004 and gold in 2005, he was named to the tournament's All-Star Team in both instances. His combined 12 goals over both years tied him with Eric Lindros (later also tied by John Tavares) for Canada's all-time record at the World Juniors. Lindros had played in three tournaments between 1990 and 1992 (one more than both Carter and Tavares). Carter had been joined on the World Junior squads by two future Philadelphia Flyers teammates, Mike Richards and Braydon Coburn.
Following his rookie NHL season, Carter played for the Canadian men's team at the 2006 World Championships. He recorded six points in nine games as Canada failed to qualify for a medal. He was also selected as a reserve by Team Canada for the 2010 Winter Olympics should an injury occur.[10]
Carter then played for Canada at the 2014 Winter Olympics, where he scored a natural hat-trick against Austria, and eventually took home gold after helping defeat Sweden in the final.
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The hockey gene kicked in for Cassandra Vilgrain on Feb. 21, 2002.
After watching the Canadian women’s hockey team beat the United States 3-2 for the Gold Medal at the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City on television, Cassandra was overcome by a sensation that she never felt before – the sudden urge to play the game.
“I was figure skating and dancing and all that kind of stuff. I just went to my dad one day, me and my friend, after they won the gold and I said ‘I want to play hockey,'” Cassandra told me from the family home in Calgary, Alberta. “He was kind of taken aback and said ‘Oh, really? That’s great.'”
Dad is Claude Vilgrain, who played 89 National Hockey League games for the Vancouver Canucks, New Jersey Devils, and Philadelphia
Flyers, skated in eight North American and European hockey leagues, and played for Canada in the 1988 Winter Olympics in Calgary.
From her 2002 hockey epiphany, to a newbie barely able to stick handle on ice, Cassandra is now a forward for the University of New Hampshire’s NCAA Division I women’s hockey team. She tallied 9 goals and 8 assists in 32 games for the Wildcats last season. She got to Durham, N.H., through good hockey genes and good coaching – both courtesy of Dad.
“My first year of hockey there was no coach and my dad was like ‘Oh, I might as well do it since I’m going to be there anyway,'” Cassandra recalled. “He was really good. He taught me everything I know.”
Claude admits he wasn’t so sure when he first saw his daughter play.
“I watched her first couple of practices and she could hardly move the puck,” he recalled. “A Thursday I wasn’t there I got a call from my wife, Janet, and she said ‘You should have seen her, she’s flying out there. She’s like Mario Lemieux, blah, blah, blah.’ I said ‘What are you talking about, she can hardly move.’ But Cassandra’s always been a quick skater, a quick learner. She was always the hardest-working player on the ice and still is.”
Having a dad who’s an ex-NHL player as a coach is a plus. Having three former NHLers as coaches is a bonus. Claude had a volunteer parent-coaching staff on Cassandra’s girls teams that included Ron Sutter, – a forward who played for 555 games for the Flyers, St. Louis Blues, San Jose Sharks, Calgary Flames and other teams, and Kevin Haller, a defenseman who logged 642 games for the Flyers, Montreal Canadiens, Buffalo Sabres, Anaheim Mighty Ducks and others squads during his NHL career.
“I guess I didn’t realize how cool it actually was, all the experience I got to grasp from them, but I think it definitely helped my game,” Cassandra said. “The best part was, yes, they were parent coaches, but we weren’t their daughters when we were on the ice or on the bench. We were treated the same, professionally, and we learned the game well.”
As a tribute to her father, Cassandra wears Number 19 at UNH, the same number Claude wore during his NHL career. It gives Claude that “Mini-Me” feeling when he watches Wildcats games online back home in Calgary.
“I see her go on the ice, Number 19, and she turns around and I can see ‘Vilgrain’ on the back, it’s like a ‘Little Claudie’ out there,” he said.
“With a ponytail,” Cassandra added.
“With a ponytail,” Claude chuckled.
Hairstyle aside, father and daughter say they see similarities in their games, which Cassandra credits to bloodlines and coaching.
“I’m like a playmaker and my dad was always a really good playmaker, passer, kind of a power forward, a force to be reckoned with, kind of hard to knock off the puck,” she said. “I think that’s what I see in my own game.”
While Claude revels in his daughter’s hockey accomplishments, he says he’s just now beginning to fully grasp the significance and impact of his hockey career. Though raised in Quebec, Claude Vilgrain is the only NHL player born in Haiti – Port-au-Prince in 1963. He became a high-scoring forward for the Laval Voisins of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League, the University of Moncton, and Canada’s national team in an era before NHL players participated in the Olympics.
“One of the first times I realized the impact I had was when I was playing in Switzerland, I got invited to play in the Spangler Cup for Team Canada,” he recalled. “They invited a couple of college kids to play with us. One of those players was Jamal Mayers (who played for the Blues and Chicago Blackhawks before retiring last year), he was a young kid, about 20 then. We were fixing our sticks before the first practice and he came to me and said ‘Hey, Claude, you’re our idol. My friend and I, we were watching you every game when we were playing in the states and it’s an honor playing with you.’ It never dawned on me that there might be some kids watching me. I was a little oblivious to the whole thing.”
By the time Claude made his debut with the Canucks in 1987-88, fellow black players Willie O’Ree, Mike Marson, Bill Riley, Tony McKegney, Grant Fuhr, Val James and Ray Neufeld had preceded him in the NHL. The trail they blazed was still a bumpy one for Claude. By the time he ended his NHL career with the Flyers in 1993-94, Claude totaled 21 goals, 32 assists and 78 penalty minutes in 89 games.
“When I played it wasn’t that easy. I’m not going to say I had a tough time, especially after talking to Willie O’Ree. I’m never going to complain,” he told me. “But I know every time I stepped on the ice, the eyes were turned towards me and they were wondering ‘Is this a black kid?’ It was even worse in Europe, especially when I was on the national team. We would play in places like Poland, Czechoslovakia, and Russia. Every time I stepped on the ice, the looks, the cameras, the interviews. They couldn’t believe there were black hockey players.”
Claude said it thrills him to see the growing number of players of color in the NHL today, especially players like Flyers forward Wayne Simmonds who have starring roles on their teams.
“You’re seeing more kids of color choosing the hockey path.” Claude said. “In Europe, I see Swedish black kids on my ex-team in Switzerland. I check the web sites of different teams in the German league where I played and I see black kids playing, the same thing in junior hockey.”
As for Cassandra’s hockey path, both father and daughter hope she’ll follow in the old man’s skates and play for Canada in the Winter Olympics. Cassandra’s still jazzed about 2002 – and about the Gold Medal Canada’s women won at the 2014 Winter Games in Sochi – and craves the Olympic experience.
She’s building the credentials: she was assistant captain for Team Alberta at the 2012 Canadian Nationals Under-18 competition and was a member of the 2011 Team Alberta squad. But she’s yet to receive an invitation to Hockey Canada’s women’s juniors or Olympics prospects camps.
“I wouldn’t say that I was overlooked, but I feel like I could have made an impact in those (Hockey Canada) programs already,” Cassandra said. “I’m hoping to make the Under-22 program and then drive for the Olympics.”
Claude said “It’s a little surprising that she never got invited for the U-18 type of thing” but added that “As a former national team member, I won’t mention anything. It’s up to her to find a way. She just has to work harder and make them notice her.”
Cassandra says she’s up for the challenge.
“I just always tell myself I’m going to give them no excuse not to invite me,” she said. “I’m going to play my hardest, do the best I can, and hopefully they see something in me and invite me next year or the year after.”
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SOCHI, Russia _ After the United States beat Russia 3-2 Saturday in an instant classic of a hockey game, a Russian journalist asked me in broken English: “What’s a T.J. Oshie?”
If Oshie, a forward for the St. Louis Blues, wasn’t a household name in Sochi, Moscow, St. Petersburg, or anywhere else in Russia, he certainly is now. Team USA Coach Dan Bylsma made what seemed like a strange decision to use Oshie over and over again in the shootout that gave the American squad the victory.
Oshie responded by scoring four times over eight rounds, including the decisive goal past Russian and Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Sergei Bobrovsky, last season’s Vezina Trophy winner as the National Hockey League’s best goalie.
Oshie, who is part Ojibwe (Chippewa) Native/First Nations, was a little surprised about his shootout encores and a tad nervous about repeatedly going up against Bobrovsky in front of Russian President Vladimir Putin and more than 11,000 decidedly pro-Russian fans inside the Winter Games’ Bolshoy Ice Dome.
“It was pretty nerve-racking out there,” Oshie told reporters afterwards. “I did (feel pressure) a little bit, but then the puck hits your stick and you start staking. It’s just you and the goalie. I was fortunate to keep (Bobrovsky) guessing and Quickie (USA goaltender Jonathan Quick) did his job great.”
If Saturday’s game was a National Hockey League contest, Bylsma couldn’t have called Oshie’s number so many times. Under NHL rules, a player can only be used once in a shootout. In international hockey, a player can be used as often as the coach desires.
Still, Bylsma’s shootout strategy seemed odd given the offensive firepower and creativity on the U.S. bench. Shifty Chicago Blackhawks sniper Patrick Kane was sitting there. And slick Toronto Maple Leafs forward Phil Kessel can pick a corner or two.
But Bylsma, coach of the Pittsburgh Penguins, and Team USA’s brain trust knew something about Oshie: he’s an absolute shootout assassin. He’s never scored more than 19 goals a year in his six NHL seasons. But he’s 25 for 46 in shootouts in his career and boasts a 54.3 career shootout percentage, second among active NHL players with at least 20 attempts.
“T.J. has been exceptional in the shootout this year and throughout his career,” Bylsma said. “Once we got to the fourth shooter, and just the quality moves he had even when he did miss, we were going to ride him out.”
Oshie was reportedly picked for the US team in part because of his shootout success. American League baseball teams have designated hitters. Team USA wanted a designated shooter, and Oshie is it.
“I was just nervous for him. At some point you think ‘Does he have any moves left?'” said Team USA captain Zach Parise, a forward for the Minnesota Wild. “But he did a good job. He always went in the same way from right to left and maybe that started getting into the goalie’s head a little bit. For someone to keep scoring in a shootout like that, it’s pretty impressive.”
Shootouts aren’t everyone’s bowl of borsht. Some of the best NHL scorers, for whatever reason, don’t like participating in them. New Jersey Devils forward Jaromir Jagr, who’s playing for his native Czech Republic in Sochi, eschews shootouts.
Washington Capitals forward Alexander Ovechkin sometimes passes on them, too. He was on the Russian bench as forward Pavel Datsuyk of the Detroit Red Wings and former NHLer Ilya Kovalchuk faced the Los Angeles Kings’ Quick in the shootout.
“Of course it was hard to pick the players for the shootout because we have players like (Carolina Hurricanes’ Alexander) Semin, who shoots well, and (Alexander) Radulov, but overall, I think that both Datsuyk and Kovalchuk were good enough and had confidence,” Team Russia Head Coach Zinetula Bilyaletdinov said after the game.
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Hollywood and the Canadian film industry love turning sports stories into movies – especially fact-based, against all-odds, underdog-to-overachiever athletic tales.
“Remember the Titans” chronicled a Virginia high school football team overcoming racial barriers to become champions. “Pride” captured the story of the U.S.’s first all-black competitive swim team. “Crooked Arrows” spun the real-life-inspired tale of a Native American youth lacrosse team. Heck, even Disney couldn’t resist turning the story of the Jamaican Bobsled Olympic team into the comedy “Cool Runnings.”
But when it comes to making feature films or documentaries about the rise of blacks in ice hockey, it seems to be a challenge convincing the entertainment powers that be that it’s a worthwhile venture. That hasn’t stopped Kwame Damon Mason, Joe Doughrity and George Fosty from trying.
For years, the three men have separately been knocking on the doors of film and television industry-types on both sides of the border to get them interested in supporting, funding, and eventually airing their individual hockey film projects.
“It’s a tough sell,” Doughrity told me recently. “When I’ve had meetings at studios about it, they think it’s a great story but hockey is the fourth or fifth sport. It’s not the NFL, the NBA or Major League Baseball.”
It’s not like hockey is an unknown quantity to showbiz folks. The sport has starred or played a prominent role in many a film, from the 1970 tear-jerker “Love Story” to Paul Newman’s classic “Slap Shot” to director John Singleton’s “Four Brothers.”
Television and film producer Jerry Bruckheimer is a pick up hockey regular in L.A. And Academy Award-winning actor Cuba Gooding, Jr., has been known to suit up for games. Still, getting a black hockey project green-lighted has been a slow slog.
Doughrity, a Detroit transplant who moved to Los Angeles to pursue a movie industry career, has been searching for backing to finish the documentary he started on the Detroit Rockies, an all-black Midget AA team that shocked the hockey world by winning a Can/Am tournament in Lake Placid in 1995. The young Detroiters outscored their U.S. and Canadian competition 35-8 on the way to capturing the title.
The Rockies’ story is compelling enough that Doughrity is working with Fox Television Studios on a pilot that uses the team as a springboard to explore the passion for the game and the resilience of the people of Detroit. He’s also working towards a feature film about the team.
“It’s been happening for a couple of years now,” Doughrity said of the television pilot. “On the feature film side, a pretty well-known producer named Mike Karz, he’s done a bunch of Adam Sandler films, he’s spearheading the feature film version. I can’t tell you anything definitively about a start date, who might be in it, because it’s all in its infancy.”
Still, the slow pace of the projects hasn’t diminished Doughrity’s excitement or drive to get the Detroit hockey story on the big or small screen.
“I love the story,” he said. “It will help make black kids feel comfortable playing the sport because they get it from both sides: they get it white kids who don’t think we play hockey, they get it from black kids who don’t think we play hockey. I want to make something cool about being black and playing hockey.”
Mason, a Toronto resident, recently launched an online fundraising drive on to support
his documentary: “Soul on Ice: Past, Present & Future.” For his project, Mason has interviewed some of the game’s black trailblazers, including the late Quebec Aces legend Herb Carnegie, who was regarded as one of the greatest hockey players never to reach the NHL; current players such as forward Joel Ward of the Washington Capitals; and follows the budding career of Jaden Lindo, a right wing for the Ontario Hockey League’s Owen Sound Attack. Lindo, 17, will be eligible for the 2014 National Hockey League draft this summer.
Mason hopes to have cameras rolling at Philadelphia’s Wells Fargo Center on June 27-28 to chronicle how Lindo fares at the draft. But until then, he’s out to raise $40,000 via the international crowd online fund-raising site Indiegogo to help keep film production going.
Mason has gone all-in on his project. He set aside his job in radio two-and-a-half years ago to devote all his time to conducting interviews, raising money, and trying to persuade entities like the Canadian Broadcasting Company to air the documentary when its hopefully finished by next September.
“I’m just being a starving artist right now and putting everything into the project,” he said. “It’s a perfect time for it, more blacks are coming into the league,” Mason said. “It’s not a new phenomenon with blacks playing in the NHL. But I think there needs to be this attention or understanding about the history of it because, as they say, you can’t know where you’re going unless you know where you’re coming from.”
Fosty and his brother, Darril, are equally passionate when it comes to trying to generate studio and investor interest in expanding their documentary which is based on their 2004 ground-breaking book, “Black Ice: The Lost History of the Colored Hockey Leagues of the Maritimes, 1895-1925.”
The book and documentary trace the roots of modern hockey, from the slap shot to butterfly-style goaltending, to an all-black league comprised largely of runaway U.S. slaves who settled in the Canadian Maritimes.
“It’s not been easy at all,” George Fosty told me. “You walk in with a hockey history, and a black history on top of it, add a Canadian history element to it, that’s three strikes and you’re out of it already. They’re going to say ‘Somebody in Iowa is not going to be interested in this.'”
But he and other filmmakers say that perception is slowly fading as movie and TV executives are taking note that the changing complexion of hockey reflects the changing racial and ethnic demographics of the United States and Canada. in other words, movie-goers and TV audiences are becoming browner.
Fosty says recent conversations that he’s had with Canadian television executives about the possibility of making “Black Ice” a made-for-TV movie make him feel encouraged that the tide may finally be changing for him, Doughrity, Mason and their projects.
“We’re rounding third and heading home,” Fosty said. “These films will be reality, they will be made. Now do you want to work with us or stay on the sidelines? That’s the big question in the meetings we have with industry people today.”
For more information on Joe Doughrity and his hockey film project, visit https://www.facebook.com/joedfilmmaker, follow him on Twitter @afropuck or email him joedoughrity@gmail.com. To Learn more about Kwame Damon Mason’s project, visit Indiegogo at http://igg.me/p/542885/x/4899078. For more on George Fosty’s “Black Ice” efforts, contact him at gfosty@boxscorenews.com.
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I recently realized that I haven’t fully done my job here at the Color of Hockey when a colleague of mine complimented me about the blog, marveled at the number of black players in professional hockey and the impact they’re having, and wondered if there are any Hispanic players in the National Hockey League.
Not only are there Hispanic players in the NHL, several are thriving. Some have their names engraved on the Stanley Cup; some have played for their respective countries in the Winter Olympics; some have had uneven careers.
And similar to the growing group of black NHL players, more Hispanic players are heading to the league – a testament to hockey’s popularity and a legacy to minority-oriented youth hockey programs across the United States and Canada.
And hockey isn’t strange to Spanish-speaking nations. Spain is ranked 31st in the world in men’s hockey and 26th in women’s hockey by the International Ice Hockey Federation. The European nation has 521 junior players, 197 male players, 205 female players and 18 indoor ice skating rinks, according to the IIHF.
Mexico’s men’s team is 32nd in IIHF’s rankings and its women’s squad is ranked 35th in the world. The United States’ southern neighbor boasts nearly 2,020 players – 243 men, 1,427 juniors, and 350 women and girls. The country has 20 indoor ice skating rinks – more than some cities and states in the U.S.
So to answer my friend Franco’s question, let’s give some love to the NHL’s Hispanic players.
Ottawa Senators center Scott Gomez carries a double dose of pride. He’s proud of his Mexican-Colombian heritage and equally proud of being a native Alaskan.
“You know, growing up in Anchorage, it wasn’t like ‘There’s Scott Gomez, the Mexican hockey player,'” he told The Philadelphia Inquirer in 2000. “It was, you know, Scott Gomez, the hockey player. People started making a big deal about it as I got older.”
He played with the ECHL’s Alaska Aces during last year’s NHL labor lockout. Through his Scotty Gomez Hockey Association, Gomez gave back to his community recently by having the association take over operating the Anchorage high school girls hockey program, which suffered from poor participation.
“Girls hockey is back,” Carlos Gomez, Scott’s father, told The Anchorage Daily News recently. “Whether it survives is up to the girls and the community.”
Scott Gomez was selected with the 27th pick of the 1998 NHL Draft by the New Jersey Devils. He joined the Devils in the 1999-2000 season and scored 19 goals and 51 assists, good enough to win the Calder Trophy as the NHL’s top rookie player. He helped power the Devils to the Stanley Cup in 2000 by scoring 10 points during the playoffs and Cup final.
He won another Stanley Cup with the Devils in 2003, scoring three goals and nine assists in 24 games during the playoffs.
Gomez played for the U.S. hockey team in the 2006 Winter Olympics in Torino, Italy. The team failed to medal, but Gomez scored one goal and four assists in six games.
In 2007, he signed a seven-year, $51.5 million free agent deal with the neighboring New York Rangers. He didn’t have a successful run on Broadway and the Rangers traded him to the Montreal Canadiens in January 2009. Lengthy scoring droughts dogged Gomez in Montreal and the Canadiens bought out his contract.
He signed a one-year deal with the San Jose Sharks once the NHL resumed play in the
2012-2013 season. There, he scored two goals and 13 assists in 39 games. Gomez began the 2015-16 NHL season with the St. Louis Blues but signed on with the Senators in March after the Blues released him.
The 36-year-old has 1 goal and 8 assists in 34 games this season.
Like Gomez, defenseman Alec Martinez of the Los Angeles Kings has his name on the Stanley Cup. He earned the honor when the Kings won the Cup in the 2011-12 season. Of Spanish roots, Martinez was born in hockey-mad Michigan but spent most of his youth playing hockey in Northern California before playing for Miami University in Oxford, Ohio from 2005 to 2008. He was selected by the Kings with the 95th pick in the 2007 NHL Draft.
Martinez notched 10 goals and 21 assists in 78 games for the Kings this season.
Forward Raffi Torres broke into the NHL in the 2000-2001 season with the New York Islanders and he’s been scoring goals and breaking bones – including his own – with thundering hits ever since.
Torres went without a goal in his 14-game debut with the Islanders, something that has rarely happened since in his NHL career. Since entering the NHL, the well-traveled Torres has scored 134 goals, 121 assists, and a whopping 490 penalty minutes for the Islanders, Edmonton Oilers, Columbus Blue Jackets, Buffalo Sabres, Vancouver Canucks, Arizona Coyotes, and San Jose Sharks.
The 2015-16 season has been has been a difficult one for Torres. It began with a 41-game suspension for an illegal pre-season hit on Anaheim Ducks forward Jakob Silfverberg.
He was also rehabilitating from a knee injury. The Sharks sent him to its American Hockey League farm team, the San Jose Barracuda, in January for conditioning then traded him to the Toronto Maple Leafs. The 34-year-old forward hasn’t appeared in an NHL game this season.
“I just want to play,” Torres, whose contract expires this summer, told The Toronto Sun. “I want to get healthy and play. I don’t mind riding buses. I would do that. It’s a pretty good life, making a living playing hockey. I’m not ready to give it up.”
The son of Mexican and Peruvian parents, Torres grew up in Canada. Torres’ father wanted him to be a soccer player, but young Raffi gravitated towards hockey, Canada’s national pastime.
“My parents came to Canada for a better opportunity,” said Torres. “I grew up with my parents always speaking Spanish to us. We were always eating Mexican food.”
Al Montoya seemed destined to be “The One” – a Hispanic hockey superstar. After all he had the pedigree: the Cuban-American kid from Chicago was a star goaltender at the University of Michigan, where he posted a record of 30 wins, only seven losses, and three ties during the 2004-05 season.
He twice played twice for the U.S. in the International Ice Hockey Federation
World Junior Championship and backstopped the U.S. squad to a Gold Medal at the 2004 tournament in Finland.
The New York Rangers took Montoya with the sixth pick in the first round of the 2004 NHL Draft. Montoya post good numbers with the Hartford Wolf Pack, the Rangers’ AHL farm team. He was 64-34-4 with Hartford in three AHL seasons.
But his path to Madison Square Garden was blocked by the rise of all-world Swedish goaltender Henrik Lundqvist, who the Rangers took with the 205th pick in the 2000 draft.
In 2008, the Rangers traded Montoya to the Arizona Coyotes, where he posted a 3-1 record in five games. After a stint with the San Antonio Rampage, Arizona’s AHL team, Montoya was traded to the New York Islanders in the 2010-11 season. He won nine games for the lackluster Isles that year. More important, he posted a sparkling .921 save percentage.
In the 2012-13 season, Montoya signed with the Winnipeg Jets where he want 3-1-1 in seven games and settled in nicely as the backup goaltender to Ondrej Pavelec. Feeling like he’s finally found a home, Montoya happily re-upped with team for the 2013-14 season.
“I really enjoyed my time last year,” Montoya said after re-signing in April. “This is a good group, it’s a good team and we came so close last year. The city is great, my family likes it and I think this team is moving in the right direction.”
But then South Florida came calling and Montoya signed with the Florida Panthers in the 2014-15 season. So far this season, Montoya has posted a 12-6 record with a 2.13 goals-against average serving as Roberto Luongo’s backup.
When you hear the name Raphael Diaz, the last things that you probably think of are the Alps and fondue. But Diaz, a defenseman with the Canadiens, hails from Switzerland. His mother is Swiss, his father a Spaniard.
“I visited my family in Corunna, which is in the northwest region near Portugal,” Diaz told Canadiens.com last year. “The food there was amazing: tapas, paella, tortillas. I love to visit my dad’s family at least once a year.”
Diaz netted a goal and 13 assists for Montreal in a lockout-shortened 2012-13 season. The third-year defenseman represented Switzerland in the 2010 Winter Games in Vancouver and he’s a strong candidate to wear the Swiss red cross crest again at the 2014 Winter Games in Sochi, Russia.
He has spent most of this season in the AHL playing for Hartford, where he’s notched 6 goals and 14 assists in 35 games for the Wolf Pack.
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Hockey has taken Eustace King from bucolic Evanston, Ill., to the bright lights of Los Angeles and from between the pipes to the thick of the business end of the game. It’s taken Brett Peterson on a full-circle journey from Boston and back.
Their separate trips have made King, a former Miami University of Ohio goaltender, and Peterson, a former standout defenseman at Boston College, the rarest of a rare breed: African-American sports agents who represent professional hockey players.
As a managing partner for O2K Worldwide Management Group, King is an agent of change of sorts. He represents several of the growing number of players of color who are gradually changing the face of the National Hockey League.
Peterson, the Boston-based director of hockey operations for Acme World Sports, has a client list that includes Tuukka Rask, the superstar Finnish goaltender for the Boston Bruins, and Alex Broadhurst, the talented young center for the Chicago Blackhawks.
King’s clients include Philadelphia Flyers right wing Wayne Simmonds; St. Louis Blues right wing Chris Stewart and his free agent brother, right wing Anthony Stewart; Anaheim Ducks right wings Emerson Etem and Devante Smith-Pelly; and San Jose Sharks left wing Raffi Torres, a Canadian of Mexican heritage.
He also represents Blues right wing T.J. Oshie; Minnesota Wild defenseman Jared Spurgeon, and Buffalo Sabres defenseman Tyler Ennis.
King helped negotiate former NHL goaltender Kevin Weekes’ first television contract with NHL Network and he represents Willie O’Ree, who became the NHL’s first black player in 1958 and now serves as the league’s director for youth development and diversity ambassador.
“I don’t have these athletes who happen to be minorities because I’m black,” King told me recently. “It’s because I’m highly capable and I happen to be black. One critical point is I understand their history and background, being West Indian or being African-American, and being able to relate to them. That’s the piece that makes the bond that we have so much greater and we’ve been able to accomplish the things we’ve been able to do.”
Peterson said breaking into representation end of hockey wasn’t difficult because of the welcoming nature of the hockey community.
“I played hockey since I was two years old,” Peterson told me recently. “Obviously being an African-American hockey player – it was always rare. But the hockey community is one of the best communities that I know, and it was so welcoming to me. It’s such a tight-knit community that I don’t think, for the most part, anybody really judged it as a black-white thing. You’re judged on your work and your ability to have relationships with people.”
Still, making it as a black sports agent isn’t easy. In the four major sports – even the predominately black NBA and NFL – only a few dozen top athletes have black representation while “hundreds of others continue to turn to white agents and attorneys to handle the finer points of negotiation on contracts with teams and corporations seeking their endorsements,” ESPN.com’s David Aldridge wrote last February.
“To say that you’re only a black agent and you’re trying to be extremely pro-black in a non-black environment is challenging, I’ll be honest with you, in hockey,” King said. “It’s not that people are going to be necessarily racist or they don’t want to listen to us. It’s just because sometimes they don’t understand us, or understand the experiences that we’ve had to go through.”For example, when some in the hockey establishment expressed concern about Mark Owuya, a black Swedish goaltender now in the Toronto Maple Leafs farm system, after he performed rap songs on his country’s version of “American Idol” when he was 16 in 2006, King questioned the musical tastes of his client’s detractors.
“If he was a country singer, or he was singing rock and roll or something more relevant to the audience he was trying to showcase his (hockey) skills to, I think maybe it wouldn’t have been a big deal,” King told the Toronto Star newspaper.
King said he’s been able to thrive in the sometimes cut-throat representation business because of his hockey-playing experience and the bond he shares with several of his minority clients – like Simmonds, the Stewart brothers and Weekes – who have Caribbean roots.
He also attributes his success to hard work, good fortune, and to a small village of mentors who’ve helped him almost every step of the way in his professional and personal life. It’s a formula he tries to instill in his young hockey-playing clients.
“I really believe that a young man needs anywhere from a minimum 4 to 6 mentors in his life,” King said. “It’s going to be his parents, his coaches, it’s also going to be friends…the ones that are positive.”
And King relies on minority NHL players past and present to pay it forward and mentor the new generation of players of color.
“Kevin Weekes, for example, used to mentor Chris Stewart and Wayne Simmonds,” King told me. “Now I’ve got Chris Stewart and Wayne Simmonds mentoring Devante Smith-Pelly and Emerson Etem. ”
The son of Jamaican immigrants, King grew up in Evanston, Ill. where his father was a veterinary assistant and construction worker and his mother a nurse. Hockey served as a de facto baby-sitter for King: practices at the local recreation center rink were in the afternoon – times when child care was either too pricey for his parents or too hard to find.”It started off me watching Northwestern University hockey games, Northwestern had a club hockey team,” King told me. “I could barely see over the boards and eventually the coach said ‘Hey, do you want to play?’ I started that way.”Fate intervened at age 7 when the goalie on King’s youth team failed to show up for one game and the team’s coach asked King to strap on the pads.
“They put me in there and I got a shutout,” he recalled. “At that point, my coach back then put out a little carrot for me that they would help me with my hockey – pay for it, kind of scholarship me – which led to me saying ‘Hey, I could play goal.’ The first four or five games, I gave up three goals. So I was pretty pumped about that. I was getting my hockey pretty much subsidized, because my family didn’t really have a lot of money to be able to pay for that, so it worked out.”
His goaltending skill led to a scholarship at the University of Miami of Ohio. There, he compiled a record of 5 wins, 6 losses, 2 ties and a 3.90 goals-against average in his senior year in 1995-96 – stats that hardly screamed “draft pick” to NHL scouts.
“I never really got to be the starter and be the guy until my senior year, at that point I didn’t have the resume I needed to,” he said. “But I did have offers to play pro hockey and I could have played and gotten a contract from, at the time, a team called the Dayton Ice Bandits who were in the (Colonial Hockey League), and I was going to do that.”
But King said a close friend’s father “talked me into the real world.” So he took his Miami of Ohio degree in communications into the advertising world.
From there, connections and mentorships took over. Bryant McBride, an entrepreneur and hockey enthusiast, joined the NHL and became one of the league’s highest-ranking black executives. McBride created the NHL Diversity Task Force – the forerunner of the league’s current “Hockey is for Everyone” program – and brought O’Ree into the fold to help with diversity efforts. O’Ree had been monitoring King’s on-ice and off-ice career and encouraged him to work for the NHL.
“He said ‘Hey Eustace, you’re not playing anymore, you’ve got a great background, we want someone like you to come over to the NHL,'” King recalled. “So I went there and started working in the marketing and business development area.”
As King progressed at NHL headquarters, McBride left the league offices to become a sports agent. He helped Jason Allison secure a $20 million contract with the Los Angeles Kings in 2001.
McBride decided to get out of the representation business about the time King and his partners launched 02K in 2004. Their first client? Jason Allison.
“Really, this whole thing in hockey, in my whole experience, it’s all about relationships and mentors that bring people to the next stop,” King said. “It’s almost like a pay it forward in our group. We have a mindset in our group where everyone from the NHL down to the younger guys, they’re all interconnected and we make sure that they all have access to each other.”
Peterson started playing hockey at such a young age that he barely remember when he wasn’t on skates. A Massachusetts native, he was a smooth-skating defenseman on the 2001 Boston College NCAA championship hockey team.
After college, he had a solid minor league hockey career, playing for the East Coast Hockey League’s Atlantic City Boardwalk Bullies, Johnstown Chiefs, Florida Everblades and Phoenix Roadrunners. He also spent time in the American Hockey League with the Albany River Rats before hanging up his skates with the AHL’s Grand Rapid Griffins in the 2008-09 season.
Like King, Peterson made the leap into sports representations through past hockey connections.
“I met with a group that represented a bunch of my roommates when I played at BC, kind of formed a relationship with them. The sports agency business was something I always wanted to get into,” Peterson told me. “It just kind of fit that along the time I was thinking about stopping playing hockey they wanted me to come on and work with them.”
“It’s one of the rare cases that it kind of worked right from the start,” Peterson added. “It’s been unbelievable ever since.”
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Crosby had a power-play goal, an assist and seven shots in Monday's 4-2 win over the Nashville Predators.
Crosby registered an assist and four hits in Saturday's 6-4 loss to the Boston Bruins.
Crosby scored a goal and added two assists in Thursday's 6-5 overtime win over the Detroit Red Wings.
Crosby picked up an assist in Monday's 3-2 overtime loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Crosby scored two goals, one on the power play, in Tuesday's 6-3 win over the New Jersey Devils.
Crosby picked up two goals and one assist in a 5-2 win over the New York Rangers on Monday.
Crosby had two assists Thursday in a 3-2 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Crosby scored a goal and added two assists in Tuesday's 4-1 win over the Carolina Hurricanes.
Crosby had one goal and three assists in a 5-4 overtime loss to Colorado on Sunday.
Crosby scored a goal and dished an assist in Sunday's 6-3 win over the Detroit Red Wings.
Crosby notched a power-play assist and four shots on goal in Saturday's 4-3 loss to the Calgary Flames.
Crosby notched two assists, including one on the power play, and five shots on goal in Tuesday's 4-3 overtime win over the Vancouver Canucks.
Crosby scored a goal and added three assists, one on the power play, in Sunday's 7-6 win over the Philadelphia Flyers.
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We’re into the height of the offseason and quite frankly, there isn’t much to talk about. So I put the years that the Lightning have existed into a random number picker to pick out a year that we could review. Ironically, the first selection was the 2004-05 season… whelp… that quick.
I spun again and got the 2011-12 NHL Season. So let’s look back at that season, what happened, and just remember some times. If you want to see more of this, let me know in the comments and we’ll see about doing some other random seasons before training camp and the real fun of the NHL season starts.
The Previous Season
The 2010-11 season was a transitional one for the Lightning. Jeff Vinik bought the team in March 2010 and soon after hired Steve Yzerman to be the General Manager for the Lightning. Yzerman hired Guy Boucher out of the QMJHL to be the head coach and went about making some moves before and during the season to bolster a roster that had some aging stars, some young stars, and a lot of middling players in between. The Lightning surprised many by going 46-25-11 and finishing 2nd in the old Southeast Division to make the playoffs (preseason odds placed their total points at 92.5 and they ended up with 103). They beat the Pittsburgh Penguins in seven games in the first round, swept the Washington Capitals in the second round, and lost a heartbreaking game seven to the Boston Bruins who went on to win the Stanley Cup.
The Offseason
During the offseason, the Lightning re-signed Eric Brewer, whom the team had acquired at the trade deadline from the St. Louis Blues. The scouting staff had one of their best showings of the Vinik Era drafting Vladislav Namestnikov, Nikita Kucherov, and Ondrej Palat at the draft. The team also re-signed Bruno Gervais, Marc-Andre Bergeron, and Adam Hall before free agency opened up. Another mid-season trade acquisition, Dwayne Roloson, also re-signed to a one-year contract to continue in net for the Lightning.
In free agency, the most significant losses for the Lightning were Simon Gage and Sean Bergenheim who both played roles in the middle six forward group for the Lightning with Bergenheim in particular coming up big during the playoffs which led to him signing a nice contract in the offseason to leave the Lightning.
The other signings the Lightning made were not big impact signings, other than getting restricted free agent contracts done for Steven Stamkos and Teddy Purcell. Other than that, most of the free agents signed were depth players to fill out the roster.
The Season
The season? Well, it didn’t go super great. Only Steven Stamkos, Eric Brewer, and Brett Clark played in every game, with Teddy Purcell missing just one game. Only six players played more than 70 games. Ryan Malone missed 14 games. Vincent Lecavalier missed 18 games. Victor Hedman missed 21 games. Just a lot of injuries all over the roster.
Dwayne Roloson couldn’t match the performance he had put up after being acquired in the previous season and posted a 13-16-3 record in 31 stars and 40 games played with an .886 SV% and 3.66 GAA. Mathieu Garon, a free agent signing to be Roloson’s back-up, posted a .901 SV% and 2.85 GAA, giving the team marginally better but still not great goaltending, and went 23-16-4 in 44 stars and 48 games played.
On the positive side though, Steven Stamkos had one of the best goal scoring seasons of the Salary Cap Era posting 60 goals. Alex Ovechkin had scored 65 goals in 2007-08 and Auston Matthews just achieved 60 goals this past season. Those are the only three 60 goal seasons in the salary cap era. A couple things to point out is that Matthews did it in only 73 games played, but also in a season where scoring was significantly up. The other is that Stamkos hit 60 goals in a season where goal scoring was a lot harder.
To give some perspective to that, in Ovechkin’s 65 goal season, three players scored 50+ and 10 players scored 40+ goals. In Stamkos’ 60 goal season, two players scored 50+ and only four players scored 40+ goals. Ovechkin actually only managed 38 goals, 5th best in the NHL, in 2011-12. This past season, four players scored 50+ goals (including Ovechkin) and 17 players scored 40+ goals (including Stamkos).
Stamkos getting to the 60th goal was actually a bit of a dramatic moment. The very last game of the season for the Lightning was being played in Winnipeg. Also to add oddity, the Atlanta Thrashers relocated to become the Winnipeg Jets, but the divisions did not re-align immediately so this was a Divisional game playing in Central Canada. Stamkos entered the third period of the game still sitting on 59 goals for the season and scored on a wrist shot 3:29 into the third period off a feed from Martin St. Louis.
I have to give a nod here to the Winnipeg Jets fans recognizing the significance of the goal and giving Stamkos a standing ovation.
But that was pretty much the only real highlight in an otherwise forgettable season.
Stamkos won the Rocket Richard for the second time in his career and placed second in the Hart Trophy voting. If the Lightning had made it to the playoffs, it’s likely his 60 goal season would have got him the win over Evgeni Malkin who won the Art Ross with 109 points. That was Stamkos’ only Hart Trophy finalist finish in his career.
Mid-Season Transactions
Before we got to the half-way point of the season, Steve Yzerman got ahead of some upcoming offseason work by signing Dana Tyrell and Victor Hedman to extensions before they because restricted free agents. Pierre-Cedric Labrie was signed to a two-year entry level contract just before New Year’s due to his performance in the AHL. He would later play a season for the Lightning in a fourth line, enforcer role.
At the trade deadline, the Lightning picked up some future pieces, moving on from some expiring contracts and making some other general moves. The first move came when the Lightning traded center Dominic Moore and a 7th round pick to the San Jose Sharks for a 2012 second round pick. A couple days later, the Lightning shipped Pavel Kubina off to the Philadelphia Flyers for a 2012 second round pick and 2013 fourth round pick and Jon Kalinski. Yzerman also acquired a couple of depth defensemen in Brian Lee (who got the secondary assist on Stamkos’ 60th goal) and Keith Aulie for Matt Gilroy and Carter Ashton respectively.
The big trade though. The big one. This was the franchise changing trade. Yzerman sent forward Steve Downie to the Colorado Avalanche in exchange for defenseman Kyle Quincey. Which was confusing when the news first broke. But shortly after, he flipped Quincey to the Detroit Red Wings for a 1st round pick. That made more sense after that happened.
What changed the franchise though was who that pick was used for…
Andrei Vasilevskiy.
Yup. That one. The Big Cat. The two-time Stanley Cup winning goaltender. You know him. You love him. That story starts with the 2011-12 season and the Lightning not being very good in net, and not being a very competitive team.
During March of 2012, Yzerman got a couple of college players signed to entry level contracts. First up with Alex Killorn, a 2007 third round pick and you should hopefully know the story of Killorn since then. He joined the Norfolk Admirals for their playoff run and then played the first half of 2012-13 with the Syracuse Crunch before making it to the NHL full time. Yzerman was also able to lure NCAA free agent J.T. Brown to the Lightning and as part of the agreement to sign, Brown made his NHL debut, immediately burning the first year of his entry-level contract.
Another piece of significant work that Yzerman got done towards the end of the season was signing Cory Conacher to an NHL contract. Conacher would make the Lightning roster the next season and then be traded to the Ottawa Senators for Ben Bishop. Yup. Bish. Big Ben. That goaltender.
Concluding Thoughts
So yeah, this season and the transactions made during it had a big impact down the line for the Lightning and getting them to back-to-back Stanley Cup Championships. It may have been a forgettable season on the ice, outside of Stamkos scoring 60 goals, but man, some things happened. Like really happened that were big for the franchise moving forward.
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David Backes (born David Anthony Backes on May 1, 1984) is an American professional ice hockey right winger for the Boston Bruins of the National Hockey League (NHL).
After two seasons of junior with the Lincoln Stars of the United States Hockey League, David was selected 62nd overall by the Blues in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft. Following his draft, he joined the Minnesota State Mavericks men's ice hockey of the Western Collegiate Hockey Association, spending three seasons in the college hockey ranks.
Foregoing his senior year with the Mavericks, David turned professional with the Blues, joining their American Hockey League affiliate, the Peoria Rivermen.
Midway through the 2006–07 season, he was called up to the NHL and secured a roster spot with the Blues. Following his fifth season with St. Louis, David was chosen as team captain.
Internationally, David represents the United States. He is a one-time Olympian, winning silver at the 2010 Games in Vancouver, and has played in three IIHF World Championships.
Playing Career[]
High School Career[]
David played three seasons of prep hockey with Spring Lake Park High School in Spring Lake Park, Minnesota graduating in 2002. As a senior, he was named All-Conference, All-Metro, All-State and was a finalist for the 2002 Minnesota Mr. Hockey award.
He was joined on the Star Tribune's All-Metro First Team with future college teammate, Travis Morin of the Dallas Stars. David's high school team included future Minnesota Wild forward Jarod Palmer. His number 5 has been retired by the school and hangs at Fogerty Arena in Blaine, MN.
Junior/College Career[]
After spending parts of two years in junior hockey with the Lincoln Stars of the USHL, David was selected in the second round, 62nd overall by the St. Louis Blues in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft.
Prior to joining the Blues, David played three seasons of college hockey at Minnesota State University, Mankato, where he was named to the 2005-06 Men’s RBK Division I West All-America Second Team and the 2005-06 ESPN The Magazine Academic All-America First Team.
Immediately after his third and final college season, David was signed by the Blues and assigned to the Peoria Rivermen of the AHL for the final 12 games of the 2005–06 AHL season.
NHL Career[]
Following his first NHL training camp in September of 2006, David was re-assigned to the Rivermen, remaining in the AHL for the start of the 2006–07 season.
Several months into the campaign, he was called up by the Blues and played his first NHL game against the Pittsburgh Penguins on December 19, 2006. Forty-four seconds into the game, David registered his first NHL point, a second-assist on a Doug Weight goal, giving the Blues a 1–0 lead. St. Louis went on to win the game 4–1 while David recorded 10 minutes of ice time.
The following game two days later, David scored his first NHL goal 10 minutes and 47 seconds into the first period versus the Los Angeles Kings. The goal came on a backhand shot past Kings goaltender Dan Cloutier helping the Blues to a 5–2 win.
A month into his initial stint with the Blues, David was re-assigned to the Rivermen on January 21, 2007, for three days, after which he was recalled. Spending the remainder of the season with St. Louis, David completed his rookie season with 23 points (10 goals and 13 assists) in 49 games, while also recording 13 points (10 goals and 3 assists) in 31 games with Peoria. Among NHL rookies who had played at least half the season, he ranked 13th in points-per-game at .47.
In 2007–08, Davidcompleted his first full season in the NHL, improving to 31 points (13 goals and 18 assists). Becoming a restricted free agent in the off-season, David signed a three-year, US$7.5 million offer sheet with the Vancouver Canucks on July 1, 2008. The Blues quickly matched the offer, keeping David in St. Louis through the 2010–11 season.
With a new contract, David tallied 54 points, including a career-high 31 goals, in 2008-09, finishing second behind winger Brad Boyes among Blues scorers. He added 165 penalty minutes while playing in all 82 games for the first time in his career.
During the season, he scored a career-high four goals on April 2, 2009, in a 5-4 win over the Detroit Red Wings. David's efforts helped the Blues reach the playoffs for the first time since 2004. Matching up against the Vancouver Canucks in the first round, the Blues were swept in four games. He recorded a goal and two assists in that span.
In 2009-10, David's offensive production decreased to 17 goals and 31 assists for 48 points in 79 games. Following the retirement of Keith Tkachuk in the off-season, he took on the role of the alternate captain for 2010–11, the last season of his contract.
A month into the campaign, on November 12, 2010, David signed a five-year, $22.5 million contract extension, keeping him with St. Louis through the 2015-16 season. Leading the Blues in scoring midway through the season, he was named to his first NHL All-Star Game in 2011. As the NHL adopted a draft to determine the teams for the first year, Backes was by Team Staal 33rd overall among 36 players.
David recorded three assists in a losing effort, as Team Lidstrom won 11–10. Backes completed the season matching his personal best total of 31 goals while adding 31 assists for a career-high and team-leading 62 points over 82 games. With a +32 rating, he came within one point of the NHL Plus-Minus Award, behind Boston Bruins defenseman Zdeno Chara.
Late in the 2010–11 season, Blues captain Eric Brewer had been traded away to the Tampa Bay Lightning leaving the leadership position vacant for the remainder of the campaign.
During the off-season, on September 9, 2011, David was chosen to succeed Brewer, becoming the 20th captain in team history. He scored 24 goals to go with 30 assists in 82 games played during the 2011–12 NHL season.
On July 1, 2016 (after ten seasons with the Blues organization, leading the club as captain for 5 years), David left the team as a free agent and agreed to a five-year, $30 million deal with the Boston Bruins.
International Play[]
Medal record Men's ice hockey Competitor for the United States Olympic Games Silver 2010 Vancouver
Following his rookie NHL season, David was named to the United States' national team for the 2007 IIHF World Championship. He played in 7 games contributing a goal, 2 assists and 6 penalty minutes, as the U.S. finished in 5th place.
Again, he suited up for Team USA at the 2008 IIHF World Championship, contributing an assist and 35 penalty minutes over 6 games as the U.S. finished 6th. Competing for a third consecutive year at the World Championships in 2009, David registering a goal and 4 assists in 9 games. The U.S. placed 4th, losing to Sweden 4-2 in the bronze medal game.
On January 1, 2010, David was named to the United States' roster for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. He recorded a goal and two assists over six games, helping the United States to the gold medal game. They were defeated 3-2 by Canada in overtime, earning silver.
Career Statistics[]
Regular season and playoffs[]
Regular season Playoffs Season Team League GP G A Pts PIM GP G A Pts PIM 1999–00 Spring Lake Park MN-HS 24 17 20 37 — — — — — — 2000–01 Spring Lake Park MN-HS 24 29 46 75 — — — — — — 2001–02 Spring Lake Park MN-HS 25 31 36 67 — 2 1 1 2 — 2001–02 Lincoln Stars USHL 30 11 10 21 54 3 0 0 0 2 2002–03 Lincoln Stars USHL 57 28 41 69 126 7 4 1 5 17 2003–04 Minnesota State WCHA 39 16 21 37 66 — — — — — 2004–05 Minnesota State WCHA 38 17 23 40 55 — — — — — 2005–06 Minnesota State WCHA 38 13 29 42 91 — — — — — 2005–06 Peoria Rivermen AHL 12 5 5 10 10 3 1 1 2 8 2006–07 Peoria Rivermen AHL 31 10 3 13 47 — — — — — 2006–07 St. Louis Blues NHL 49 10 13 23 37 — — — — — 2007–08 St. Louis Blues NHL 72 13 18 31 99 — — — — — 2008–09 St. Louis Blues NHL 82 31 23 54 165 4 1 2 3 10 2009–10 St. Louis Blues NHL 79 17 31 48 106 — — — — — 2010–11 St. Louis Blues NHL 82 31 31 62 93 — — — — — 2011–12 St. Louis Blues NHL 82 24 30 54 101 9 2 2 4 18 2012–13 St. Louis Blues NHL 48 6 22 28 62 6 1 2 3 0 2013–14 St. Louis Blues NHL 74 27 30 57 119 4 0 1 1 2 2014–15 St. Louis Blues NHL 80 26 32 58 104 6 1 1 2 2 2015–16 St. Louis Blues NHL 79 21 24 45 83 20 7 7 14 8 NHL totals 727 206 254 460 969 49 12 15 27 40
International[]
Year Team Event Result GP G A Pts PIM 2007 United States WC 5th 7 1 2 3 6 2008 United States WC 6th 6 0 1 1 35 2009 United States WC 4th 9 1 4 5 33 2010 United States Oly Template:Sica 6 1 2 3 2 2014 United States Oly 4th 6 3 1 4 6 Senior totals 34 6 10 16 82
International Statistics[]
Year Team Comp GP G A Pts PIM 2007 United States WC 7 1 2 3 6 2008 United States WC 6 0 1 1 35 2009 United States WC 9 1 4 5 33 2010 United States Oly 6 1 2 3 2 International totals 28 3 9 12 76
Awards & Achievements[]
2001-02 Finalist, Minnesota Mr. Hockey
2002-03 All-USHL First Team
2003-04 All-WCHA Rookie Team
2004-05 All-WCHA Third Team
2004-05 WCHA All-Academic Team
2005-06 All-WCHA Second Team
2005-06 WCHA All-Academic Team
2005-06 RBK Division I West All-America Second Team
2005-06 ESPN The Magazine Academic All-America First Team
2010 Olympic Silver Medalist
2010-11 NHL All-Star Game (Jan. 30, 2011)
2011-12 Frank J. Selke Trophy Finalist
Personal Life[]
In 2012, David got his private pilot license. He has flown many planes. He is currently pursuing an applied organizational studies degree with an nonprofit leadership emphasis from MNSU and was formerly studying to become an electrical engineer.
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Last time in Realignmentpalooza, we looked at the Calgary Flames and came to the conclusion that they probably won’t be very good. Of course, Calgary is not the only National Hockey League team in the province of Alberta, and while they appear to be just on the precipice of a “full rebuild”, their neighbors to the north have been happily (?) rebuilding for nearly half of the last decade. Are they further along in their process than Calgary? Yes, undoubtedly. But does that mean we should take them seriously as a contender for one of our new division’s three guaranteed playoff spots in the upcoming 2013-14 season? Let’s dig a little deeper and find out…..
Edmonton Oilers
2012-13 Season: 19-22-7, 45 pts, 3rd in Northwest, 12th in West
2011-12 Season: 32-40-10, 74 pts, 5th in Northwest, 14th in West
Last Playoff Appearance: 2005-06 (lost 4-3 in Stanley Cup Final to Carolina)
Last Stanley Cup: 1989-90 (def. Boston 4-1)
SB Nation Blog: Copper & Blue
Before the lockout that cancelled the entire 2004-05 season, the Oilers were a consistently middling hockey club. Long removed from the dynasty days of the 80s or the plucky, somewhat-forgotten Gretzky-less Cup run of 1990, the Oilers managed to make the playoffs five straight seasons from 1996-97 until 2000-01; even more amazingly, they played the exact same team, the Dallas Stars, in every single one of those seasons, despite never advancing past the second round. And although they upset a very good Dallas club in 96-97, they would go on to be eliminated by the Stars in all four meetings that followed. In 01-02 they missed the playoffs before returning in 02-03 and getting knocked out by, you guessed it, the Dallas Stars again in the first round. In 2003-04 they would again miss the playoffs, followed by the aforementioned lockout.
Coming out of the lockout, few things were expected from the 2005-06 Oilers, but awful goaltending early on masqueraded a surprisingly solid club. Chris Pronger, a guy SoCal hockey fans know very well, came over from the St. Louis Blues in the previous offseason, and helped make the Oilers a very not-fun-team to play against. Midway through the season the OIlers acquired veteran goalie Dwayne Roloson from the Minnesota Wild, and he posted a .905 sv% with the Oilers; not particularly good, but considering the other three goalies he replaced had sv%s of .880, .884, and .880, it was a huge improvement, and enough to get the Oilers into the playoffs as an 8th seed.
Now stop me if you heard this one before: an 8th seeded team in the Western Conference, featuring the likes of Matt Greene and Jarrett Stoll, went off on a string of upsets. The President’s Trophy-winning Red Wings were taken out in 6, the San Jose Sharks went down in 6 as well, and the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim went down shockingly fast in the Conference Finals in just 5 games. They weren’t the dominant possession team that Los Angeles was in their own similar string of upsets, but lead by Pronger on the back-end and a very balanced offensive attack (Horcoff had 19 pts, Fernando Pisani had 18, Hemsky had 17, and a few others were in mid-to-high double digits) as well as a stellar .927 sv% performance from the veteran Roloson, the Oilers emerged as the shocking winners of the West.
But unlike our own Kings, this Cinderella story had a far less happy ending. The Oilers put up a good fight in the Stanley Cup Final, taking it as far as it could possibly go, but they fell to the eventual champion Hurricanes in Game 7. Following this near-miss, the Oilers were forced to trade Chris Pronger amidst rumors that his wife was unhappy in Edmonton. He was dealt to Anaheim in return for Joffery Lupul (who never seemed to find his elite offensive game with the Oilers, and arguably wouldn’t reach his full potential until arriving in Toronto many years later), Ladislav Smid, and a few draft picks. While Pronger would quickly lead the Ducks to their first Cup in his very first season in Anaheim, the Oilers would flounder without him. Simultaneously they watched the primary reason for their Cup Final appearance walk while also locking up various other contributors to expensive long-term deals. Pisani got 4 years and $10 million, the aging Roloson got 3 years and $11 million, and most notably Horcoff got 3 years and $10.8 million dollars. Horcoff, an above-average center who never really put up close to the numbers in that fateful playoff run again, would eventually be signed to an even more ridiculous contract: a 6-year, $33 million dollar deal that kicked in before the 2008-09 season. And while Horcoff is a useful player, a $5.5 million cap hit for him was obviously quite absurd.
Without Pronger’s talent along the blueline and with a cast of overpaid roleplayers up front, the Oilers would flounder for the next few seasons. They put up point totals of 71, 88, and 85 in the three years following their run to the finals, missing the playoffs each time. Along the way the Oilers would make some noteable personnel changes, including trading Stoll & Greene to Los Angeles in exchange for Kings defenseman Lubomir Visnovsky. Finally, as the wheels totally fell off in 2009-10, the Oilers would loudly pronounce that a full rebuild was being undertaken in Edmonton. Historical revisionism on behalf of the Oilers brass and even some in the media has attempted to paint the rebuild as beginning earlier, either before the start of the 09-10 season or even a year or so beforehand, but given their coaching hire heading into the year (Pat Quinn, not exactly a “let’s play the kids and suck” kind of choice) it’s difficult to really believe it. Instead it looks more like a situation where midway through the season, the brass realized their team was going to be quite awful, and finally decided to embrace a full rebuild. Starting with a likely high draft pick, after all, makes it an easier sell.
And by the time the 2009-10 season was over, the Oilers would start with a very high draft pick indeed, as they finished last overall and then won the draft lottery to retain the first overall pick. After a much-publicized “Taylor vs. Tyler” debate, the Oilers would go with the potential-superstar Left Winger Taylor Hall. The Oilers relieved Quinn of his duties and promoted associate coach (and former Rangers head coach) Tom Renney prior to the 2010-11 season, but the result would be virtually the same: 62 points, the same as in 09-10, and once again last overall in the NHL. Again, the Oilers won the draft lottery, and again picked first overall, this time taking center Ryan Nugent-Hopkins. The Oilers would improve a bit in the 2011-12 season, finishing 12 points better, but that was still only good enough for 14th in the West, 29th overall. Finally showing the first signs of impatience with this now three-year-old rebuild, GM Steve Tambellini fired Renney at the end of the season, replacing him with associate coach Ralph Krueger. Krueger was talked up as having a different approach than his predecessors, with much of his coaching experience coming overseas in Europe, winning several Austrian championships and later leading the Swiss national men’s team to some success.
The Oilers entered the 2011-12 draft lottery without the best chance of picking 1st overall for the first time in three years, but for the third straight season the lottery balls fell Edmonton’s way, and they leapfrogged Columbus to pick first yet again. The Oilers would add yet another elite offensive talent with the pick in Russian RW Nail Yakupov, and then added even further to their young nucleus with a mild shocker later that offseason. Justin Schultz was originally a second-round pick of the Anaheim Ducks (43rd overall) in the 2008 draft, but became a free agent following the 2011-12 season after de-registering from the University of Wisconsin having still not signed a deal with the Ducks. Justin was an offensive defenseman who put up very good numbers in college hockey, and thus was courted by any number of teams, from Vancouver to New York (Rangers) and everywhere in-between. Finally, Schultz somewhat-surprisingly signed with the Oilers on June 30th, 2012, citing among other things a desire to return home to Canada and an opportunity to step into Edmonton’s lineup immediately thanks to their woefully thin blueline.
As the 2012-13 lockout came into effect, the Oilers many young players would end up assigned to their AHL affiliate in Oklahoma City. Schultz impressed in his pro debut, putting up 48 points in just 34 games as part of a dynamic power play unit with Hall, Nugent-Hopkins, and Jordan Eberle. As the lockout ended and preparations began for the abbreviated 2012-13 season, many thought the continuity of the youngsters playing together in the AHL beforehand would be a huge advantage. Denver Post hockey reporter Adrian Dater infamously named the Oilers the best team in the entire Western Conference in his preseason power rankings, and while many scoffed at this at the time, others thought he perhaps wasn’t all that far off in his assessment. So expectations were high in many circles for the Oilers beginning play, and while they started off pretty well with a 4-2-1 mark in their first seven games, it would mostly be downhill from there. That impressive power play from Oklahoma City mostly carried over (finishing 20.1%, good enough for 8th in the league) but the Oilers would struggle mightily to score at even strength. They scored just 2.2 goals per 60 minutes, 25th in the league, not nearly good enough for a team with so much young talent.
Finally, as it became clear the Oilers were going to miss the playoffs yet again, changes were made. The long-mocked Tambellini was replaced as General Manager with the man who had coached that 2005-06 Oilers squad, Craig MacTavish. This hiring was not without its critics either, as many saw it as team president Kevin Lowe simply hiring yet another former Oiler rather than bringing in the best person available. But even amidst these criticisms of his hire, MacTavish made it perfectly clear that he wasn’t going to continue the status quo of the Oilers. As he explained, he was an impatient man, and he wanted to speed up the Oilers long rebuilding process. His first truly shocking move came at the end of the season, as he fired Krueger- who ended up getting just one lockout-shortened season to coach the team- and replaced him with Dallas Eakins, a man who had repeatedly been talked up as the next great NHL head coach following several successful seasons coaching the Toronto Maple Leafs‘ AHL affiliate. MacTavish made it clear that he would be open to trading one of the Oilers’ young offensive talents if it would help improve the team, but to date he has yet to pull the trigger on such a move. He has, however, undoubtedly made his mark on the team already via several trades and free-agent signings, as we will break down further below. This will be a different Oilers team than the one that has disappointed regularly for the past few seasons, and everyone now will be asking whether or not they can finally make a real step forward and contend for a playoff spot.
Edmonton Oilers Recent Team Statistics
(note: as with last time, I have included the 2011-12 stats as well due to the small sample size nature of a 48-game season. and once again I have included LA’s stats for both seasons for comparison’s sake.)
Season Goals For Per Game Goals Against Per Game PP % PK % FenClose EDM 2011-12 2.52 (20th) 2.83 (23rd) 20.6 (3rd) 82.4 (14th) 48.08 (24th) LA 2011-12 2.29 (29th) 2.07 (2nd) 17.0 (17th) 87.0 (4th) 53.60 (4th) EDM 2012-13 2.56 (18th) 2.73 (19th) 20.1 (8th) 83.4 (9th) 44.48 (28th) LA 2012-13 2.73 (10th) 2.38 (7th) 19.9 (10th) 83.2 (10th) 57.35 (1st)
There’s a slight disconnect here between Edmonton’s traditional stats- which improved slightly- and their #fancystats, which took a bit of a dip. Much of that can likely be explained by the aforementioned small sample size. Edmonton also saw a marked improvement in their 5v5 sv%, as their team .922 was good for 14th in the league last year following a .916 (20th) in 2011-12. Devan Dubnyk, who had a very good .920 sv% in 38 games last year, will return this season, although backup Nikolai Khabibulin (who had a .923 sv% in 12 games) is off to Chicago. If Dubnyk can maintain those kinds of numbers over the course of a full season, it will go a long way towards helping the Oilers continuing to chip away at their GA this year. Of course, some much-needed improvement in their FenClose would help quite a bit in that category as well. Also worth noting is that despite all the hype the Oilers’ PP unit got heading into the 12-13 campaign after having played together in Oklahoma City, their PP % actually declined a small amount in a season that saw the overall NHL PP efficiency rise.
Edmonton Oilers Offseason Transactions
Trades
Sent Shawn Horcoff to Dallas for Philip Larsen & a 2016 7th Round Pick
(The Oilers saved 4.475 million in cap space from this trade, and there’s no doubt that Horcoff was overpaid for what he brought to the team, but that’s where the positives end for them here. The Oilers were already a team lacking in bottom-six forwards, especially ones who could play a shutdown role, and removing Horcoff only adds to that problem. The Oilers did address this somewhat in free agency- more on that in a bit- but the loss of their captain is still a negative given what they got back for him. Larsen played on the third pairing for Dallas, almost never saw any special teams play, and didn’t post strong possession numbers at all. His lone positive is that at 23 he still has time to develop into something more. Of course, a 7th round pick is virtually meaningless.)
Sent Magnus Paajarvi & a 2014 2nd Round Pick to St. Louis for David Perron
(In their excellent article breaking down this trade, Copper & Blue described this move as “robbing Peter to pay Paul”. The Oilers got a very productive young player to add to their 2nd line, but if there was one thing the Oilers were not particularly lacking in, it’s young, productive top-six forwards. On the other hand, they gave up the much cheaper Paajarvi who was able to play a shutdown 3rd line role. It was another strong bottom-six forward given away, just after trading a player of similar skills in Horcoff. So while Perron should help the team score more goals, especially at even strength, the loss of Paajarvi will not help them ice a strong third line capable of shutting down the opposition, which was already a weakness for them heading into this season.)
Signings
(in the interest of holy-crap-this-article-is-long, I’m omitting several signings that are strictly minor league/depth moves.)
Andrew Ference– 4 years, $13 million
(Ference is an interesting case, as the defenseman comes over from a dominant Boston Bruins squad that has reached two Stanley Cup Finals in the past three seasons. But although Boston is a very strong puck possession team overall, Ference himself is not a driver of that; rather he is quite the contrary, consistently posting the worst relative Corsi of all Bruins blueliners. Judging by the contract given to him the Oilers expect him to be a 2nd-pairing defenseman and he will likely start the season that way, but in reality he is an average 5/6 defenseman at best. Playing him as a 4 will likely not work out very well for the Oilers. But hey, he’s a hometown kid coming home so maybe everything will magically work out for him in Edmonton!)
Boyd Gordon– 3 years, $9 million
(While the Oilers overpaid a bit here- both in a third year and a $3 million cap hit- what they got was a very good defensive center. Gordon started most of his shifts in the defensive zone for the Coyotes and still came out even or ahead in the various possession stats. He’s an improvement over an aging Eric Belanger, and should help fill the void left behind by Horcoff. As of right now this is perhaps the only legitimate shutdown player the Oilers have on their bottom-six.)
Jason LaBarbera– 1 year, $1 million
(With the Bulin Wall heading back to Chicago, the Oilers signed the former LA King to back-up Dubnyk. Barbs posted very strong numbers as Phoenix’s backup last season, with a .923 sv% in 15 games. He’s also clearly positioned as a backup at this point in his career, so unlike with Khabibulin there will be far less speculation or clamoring for him to overtake Dubnyk in the local media or within the fanbase.)
Jesse Joensuu– 2 years, $1.9 million
(I can’t really top Copper & Blue’s hilarious take on this signing, in which they speculated MacT signed him solely on his credentials of being big & Finnish. It’s tough to argue with that logic considering his underlying numbers are pretty bad and he’s never scored much at this level either. Not a particularly good addition to their already-weak bottom-six, and if they’re expecting him to play third-line wing minutes their third line is unlikely to be very good.)
Draft Picks
1st round, 7th overall- Darnell Nurse (Defenseman/Canadian/OHL Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds)
2nd round, 56th overall- Marc-Olivier Roy (Center/Canadian/QMJHL Blainville-Boisbriand Armada)
3rd round, 83rd overall- Bogdan Yakimov (Center/Russian/MHL Reaktor)
3rd round, 88th overall- Anton Slepyshev (Left Wing/Russian/KHL Salavat Yulaev Ufa)
4th round, 94th overall- Jackson Houck (Right WIng/Canadian/WHL Vancouver Giants)
4th round, 96th overall- Kyle Platzer (Center/Canadian/OHL London Knights)
4th round, 113th overall- Aidan Muir (Winger/Canadian/MWEHL Victory Honda)
5th round, 128th overall- Evan Campbell (Left Wing/Canadian/BCHL Langley Rivermen)
6th round, 158th overall- Ben Betker (Defenseman/Canadian/WHL Everett Silvertips)
7th round, 188th overall- Gregory Chase (Center/Right Wing/Canadian/WHL Calgary Hitmen)
Nurse was a strong pick at 7th overall, with perhaps Russian forward Valeri Nichushkin (who ended up going 10th overall to Dallas) as the only better player available. Given the Oilers’ strength at forward as well as the “Russian factor”, Nurse was a more-than-justifiable pick. He’s a 6’5 young defenseman who still may have untapped offensive potential, as he played behind two other D-men on the power play with the Greyhounds. It may be asking a bit much for him to step into the lineup in 2013-14, but he should be competing for a roster spot in 2014-15. As far as the rest of their draft went, the Oilers ended up moving earlier picks for greater depth, which some have questioned as a general strategy. Still, the notoriously critical Oilers blogging community seemed mostly positive with MacTavish’s first draft overall.
Current Roster
(an expected NHL roster based on what they currently have signed, as well as any pending RFAs. again, for the sake of looking at a full season, both their numbers from the shortened 12-13 campaign & full 11-12 season are included. unless otherwise listed, they played in the NHL with Edmonton. asterisks for different league, parentheses for different team.)
Forwards
Name Position/Age/Nationality 2011-12 Stats (GP/G/A/P) 2012-13 Stats (GP/G/A/P) Mark Arcobello C/24/American *AHL* 73 GP, 17 G, 26 A, 43 P *AHL* 74 GP, 22 G, 46 A, 68 P Mike Brown RW/28/American (TOR) 50 GP, 2 G, 2 A, 4 P (TOR/EDM) 39 GP, 1 G, 1 A, 2 P Ben Eager LW/29/Canadian 63 GP, 8 G, 5 A, 13 P 14 GP, 1 G, 1 A, 2 P Jordan Eberle RW/23/Canadian 78 GP, 34 G, 42 A, 76 P 48 GP, 16 G, 21 A, 37 P Sam Gagner C/23/Canadian 75 GP, 18 G, 29 A, 47 P 48 GP, 14 G, 24 A, 38 P Boyd Gordon C/29/Canadian (PHX) 75 GP, 8 G, 15 A, 23 P (PHX) 48 GP, 4 G, 10 A, 14 P Taylor Hall LW/21/Canadian 61 GP, 27 G, 26 A, 53 P 45 GP, 16 G, 34 A, 50 P Ales Hemsky RW/29/Czech 69 GP, 10 G, 26 A, 36 P 38 GP, 9 G, 11 A, 20 P Jesse Joensuu LW/25/Finnish *SEL* 50 GP, 13 G, 16 A, 29 P (NYI) 7 GP, 0 G, 2 A, 2 P Ryan Jones LW/29/Canadian 79 GP, 17 G, 16 A, 33 P 27 GP, 2 G, 5 A, 7 P Anton Lander C/22/Swedish 56 GP, 2 G, 4 A, 6 P 11 GP, 0 G, 1 A, 1 P Ryan Nugent-Hopkins C/20/Canadian 62 GP, 18 G, 34 A, 52 P 40 GP, 4 G, 20 A, 24 P David Perron LW/25/Canadian (STL) 57 GP, 21 G, 21 A, 42 P (STL) 48 GP, 10 G, 15 A, 25 P Toni Rajala RW/22/Finnish *SM-liiga* 51 GP, 16 G, 13 A, 29 P *AHL* 46 GP, 17 G, 28 A, 45 P Ryan Smyth LW/37/Canadian 82 GP, 19 G, 27 A, 46 P 47 GP, 2 G, 11 A, 13 P Nail Yakupov RW/19/Russian *OHL* 42 GP, 31 G, 38 A, 69 P 48 GP, 17 G, 14 A, 31 P
Defensemen
Name Age/Nationality 2011-12 Stats (GP/G/A/P) 2012-13 Stats (GP/G/A/P) Taylor Fedun 25/Canadian did not play due to injury *AHL* 70 GP, 8 G, 19 A, 27 P Andrew Ference 34/Canadian (BOS) 72 GP, 6 G, 18 A, 24 P (BOS) 48 GP, 4 G, 9 A, 13 P Philip Larsen 23/Danish (DAL) 55 GP, 3 G, 8 A, 11 P (DAL) 32 GP, 2 G, 3 A, 5 P Jeff Petry 25/American 73 GP, 2 G, 23 A, 25 P 48 GP, 3 G, 9 A, 12 P Corey Potter 29/American 62 GP, 4 G, 17 A, 21 P 33 GP, 3 G, 1 A, 4 P Justin Schultz 23/Canadian *WCHA* 37 GP, 16 G, 28 A, 44 P 48 GP, 8 G, 19 A, 27 P Nick Schultz 30/Canadian (MIN/EDM) 82 GP, 1 G, 6 A, 7 P 48 GP, 1 G, 8 A, 9 P Ladislav Smid 27/Czech 78 GP, 5 G, 10 A, 15 P 48 GP, 1 G, 3 A, 4 P
Goaltenders
Name Age/Nationality 2011-12 Stats (GP/SV%/GAA) 2012-13 Stats (GP/SV%/GAA) Richard Bachman 25/American 18 GP, .910 sv%, 2.77 GAA 13 GP, .885 sv%, 3,25 GAA Devan Dubnyk 27/Canadian 47 GP, .914 sv%, 2.67 GAA 38 GP, .920 sv%, 2.57 GAA Jason LaBarbera 33/Canadian (PHX) 19 GP, .911 sv%, 2.54 GAA (PHX) 15 GP, .923 sv%, 2.64 GAA
Coach: Dallas Eakins (1st season)
General Manager: Craig MacTavish (2nd season)
Top Prospects
(the following is a list of Edmonton’s top 10 prospects, as ranked by Hockey’s Future. for the sake of this list, I didn’t include any players they listed as “prospects” who already made my Edmonton roster list, such as Nail Yakupov for instance, who is ranked as #1 on their site. also as was pointed out after my Calgary article, this list does not include any 2013 draft picks.)
Name Position/Age/Nationality Acquired 2012-13 Stats (GP/G/A/P) Oscar Klefbom D/19/Swedish Drafted 2011, 1st Round, 19th Overall *SEL* 11 GP, 0 G, 3 A, 3 P Teemu Haritkainen LW/23/Finnish Drafted 2008, 6th Round, 163rd Overall *AHL* 47 GP, 14 G, 23 A, 37 P Martin Marincin D/21/Slovakian Drafted 2010, 2nd Round, 46th Overall *AHL* 69 GP, 7 G, 23 A, 30 P David Musil D/20/Canadian Drafted 2011, 2nd Round, 31st Overall *WHL* 62 GP, 9 G, 22 A, 31 P Olivier Roy G/22/Canadian Drafted 2009, 5th Round, 133rd Overall *AHL* 22 GP, .902 sv%, 2.77 GAA Mitchell Moroz RW/19/Canadian Drafted 2012, 2nd Round, 32nd Overall *WHL* 69 GP, 13 G, 21 A, 34 P Martin Gernat D/20/Slovakian Drafted 2011, 5th Round, 122nd Overall *WHL* 23 GP, 3 G, 10 A, 13 P Daniil Zharkov LW/19/Russian Drafted 2012, 3rd Round, 91st Overall *OHL* 59 GP, 25 G, 18 A, 43 P Dilion Simpson D/20/Canadian Drafted 2011, 4th Round, 92nd Overall *WCHA* 42 GP, 5 G, 19 A, 24 P Joey LaLeggia D/21/Canadian Drafted 2012, 5th Round, 123rd Overall *WCHA* 39 GP, 11 G, 18 A, 29 P
Years of rebuilding has its spoils, and the Oilers currently have a deep prospect pool. Hockey’s Future ranked Edmonton’s prospects third-best in the NHL during their 2012-13 spring rankings, citing very strong depth on defense, a “variety of talent” at forward, and good size at center. Their only complaints were a lack of high-end offensive talent beyond Nail Yakupov (who of course already made the Oilers’ roster this season), and a true “blue chip” goaltending prospect. In addition they also claim the Oilers lack a “bonafide power play QB” and depth at RW. Regardless, the Oilers do have a number of interesting prospects that could battle for a spot on an already young roster in training camp this season, especially on defense where they desperately need the help anyway.
Overall Outlook
It’s tough to break down the Edmonton Oilers at this point, because in the back of your mind there’s a nagging feeling of “they have to get it together eventually”. There’s undoubtedly a lot of young talent here, between the forwards who have already broken into the NHL (Hall, Eberle, Nugent-Hopkins, Yakupov, etc.) and a number of intriguing prospects on defense, lead most prominently by the young Swede Klefbom. At the same time, the Oilers still have some very glaring holes in their current lineup. Their top-six forward unit looks skilled and should be productive, but if their bottom-six was a rock band they’d be named “Boyd Gordon & the Unsustainables”. Simply put, there’s no way their bottom-six forward group can deal with tough competition on a consistent basis over the course of an 82-game season, as currently constructed. The bottom-six wasn’t particuarly good last year, and has lost two of its best puck possession players in Paajarvi and Horcoff. If the Oilers could make a move to bring in some help for Gordon to play tough minutes against quality competition, the Oilers would start to look like a more well-rounded team.
On defense, the Oilers do not look particularly solid right now. Andrew Ference is not a legitimate top 4 defenseman, but he’s being paid like one in Edmonton and should enter camp with the fourth spot. It’s going to take Klefbom and perhaps even one more young defenseman stepping in and really having an impact in order to turn this unit around. Otherwise, the Oilers did little to improve a very lackluster blueline. Remember, the Oilers finished 28th last season in FenClose, so this was a very poor puck possession team. If they’re going to really compete in the new division, they’re going to have to drive play forward in a way they haven’t in the past few seasons. Their holes on defense and in shutdown forwards who can play against the other team’s top lines still look unfilled, so the chances of them making a significant improvement on last year’s numbers look slim. In goal, they should be fine, as Dubnyk looked good last year and LaBarbera is a more-than-capable backup. But overall, this team does not look like a serious contender for one of the division’s three guaranteed playoff spots, at least without making a significant move (or perhaps even two) before the 2013-14 season. They do have some interesting young players and should not have much trouble scoring goals (especially on the power play), so they could be a dark horse for one of the conference’s Wild Card spots.
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The Caps pulled off a quiet trade yesterday afternoon, acquiring winger D.J. King from the St. Louis Blues and parting with prospect Stefan Della Rovere in the process. King’s a big winger at 6’3″ and 230 lbs and racked up 185 penalty minutes over 101 games with the Blues. A prolific goal scorer he is not (only 4 goals and 9 points in his NHL career), but brings some heft and grit to the Cap’s forward lines – provided he remains healthy. He only played in 13 games the last two seasons due to injuries (dislocated shoulder, broken finger). King remains under contract through the 2011-12 season.
The Blues get Della Rovere, who spent most of his last four seasons playing in the Ontario Hockey League where he racked up 65 goals and 138 points across 230 games.
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On Saturday night, when the Washington Capitals visit the Vancouver Canucks, Capitals forward, T.J. Oshie will play in his 1,000th career NHL game. He played his entire career with two teams, the St. Louis Blues and the Washington Capitals.
“I’ve been thinking about it for a couple of years because I thought it was in reach last season”, Oshie said on Friday. “I maybe even came back from injuries a little too fast trying to get in every single game I could get in. But it means a lot.”
Oshie was born in Washington State but moved to Warroad, Minnesota, his father’s original hometown, as a teenager. The St. Louis Blues chose him in the first round of the 2005 NHL Entry Draft with the 24th pick overall.
Oshie was not in attendance at the 2005 NHL Entry draft, as it was held late due to the lockout of the previous season. Instead, he was at a friend’s house where he learned the news of his selection. After the draft, he attended the University of North Dakota for three years and then turned professional after his junior year.
In The Beginning
Photo: USA Today
Oshie made his NHL debut with the St. Louis Blues on October 10, 2008, at home against the Nashville Predators. He earned his first NHL point via an assist against the Toronto Maple Leafs on the road during his third game on October 10, and scored his first goal in his sixth NHL game against the Detroit Red Wings and goaltender Ty Conklin on October 22, 2008.
Oshie played in 57 games during his rookie season, scoring 14 goals and recording 25 assists. He helped the Blues make the playoffs for the first time since the NHL lockout of 2004-05.
Oshie ultimately played seven seasons for the Blues for a total of 443 games, from 2008-09 through 2014-15. During that time, he scored 110 goals and recorded 200 assists. He was chosen as part of the Olympic Hockey team for the USA that played in Sochi in 2014 and was most memorably the shootout hero during their victory against Russia in the preliminary rounds.
The Blues made playoff appearances four times during Oshie’s stint in St. Louis, including the last three consecutive years. However, since the Blues had never advanced beyond the second round during that time frame, this prompted Blues’ General Manager Doug Armstrong, to consider trading a core player. On July 2 he traded Oshie to the Washington Capitals in exchange for right wing Troy Brouwer, goaltender Phoenix Copley, and a third-round pick in 2016.
New Home In The District
The trade came at a pivotal moment in Oshie’s life. He was having a new house built in Minnesota and was marrying his fiancé, Lauren Cosgrove, in just one week. Plus, they had a one-year-old daughter, Lyla. Oshie felt rejected and unwanted after hearing the trade news from the Blues’ General Manager and was sad to be leaving his close friends, David Backus and Patrik Berglund. But Capitals General Manager, Brian McLellan called him and told him how much he wanted him for the Capitals and Oshie felt wanted again. Oshie would be reunited with his U.S. Olympics teammates, John Carlson and Brooks Orpik.
“There was only five minutes there of me being at an all-time low, it felt like, to going right back to a very excited high of the opportunity of playing with ‘Ovi’ and Backstrom, (defenseman John) Carlson, who I knew. So I went from feeling not wanted at all to wanted a lot.”
Oshie was immediately inserted at right wing on the same line as Alex Ovechkin and Nicklas Backstrom, which was lacking a good fit there since the departures of Mike Knuble and Alex Semin following the 2011-12 season. Oshie scored a then career-high in goals in 2015-16 with 26 goals and topped that figure in 2016-17 with 33 goals.
Oshie is currently playing his ninth season with the Capitals, where he has played in 556 games, scored 191 goals, and recorded 188 assists. His tenure with the Capitals has included two Presidents’ Trophies and one Stanley Cup. Now he is on the verge of playing his 1000th game. During his career, he scored at least 20 goals six times, five of them with the Capitals.
Oshie’s teams have made the post-season 12 different times, five with the St. Louis Blues and the other seven with the Capitals, including the Capitals team that won the Stanley Cup in 2018. Overall, he has scored 34 goals and recorded 34 assists in 102 post-season games, including eight goals and 12 assists during the 2017-18 Stanley Cup run for the Washington Capitals.
Oshie has dealt with numerous injuries throughout his career, especially during the last three seasons. This includes chronic issues with his back. Most recently, he missed several games due to a “non-contact” injury that caused him to collapse on the ice. Many thought that injury meant the end of his season and possibly the end of his career, despite being only four games away from the 1000-game milestone.
Celebrate Good Times, Come On
Oshie’s post-season celebrations after the Stanley Cup were memorable. He was swimming in the fountain in Georgetown with Alex Ovechkin and Braden Holtby. He chugged a beer through his jersey during the Stanley Cup celebration.
Past and present teammates have spoken many words of tribute. Alex Ovechkin said, “He’s a big part of our team on the ice and off the ice. He’s a warrior, he’s a leader and (I’m) pretty happy for him.”
Keith Tkachuk, who had played in 1281 NHL games and was with the Blues during Oshie’s early days, said, “Everybody loved him and respected him. Yeah, he had some fun, but look at what he’s doing now. He’s a mentor not only just for guys on his own team, guys across the country who are USA Hockey fans, and my kids (Florida Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk and Ottawa Senators forward Brady Tkachuk), who saw him play at a young age.
“He plays hurt, he plays hard, he does the little things. He can beat you with his skill and he can play with anybody.”
Related Reading
The oral history of Capitals’ T.J. Oshie trade: Monumental Sports
NHL: Oshie of Capitals set to celebrate ‘a hard 1,000 games’ in NHL
“This Is Kind of Where He Watched Me Fall in Love With Hockey, It’s Pretty Special”: TJ Oshie Reflects on His Late Father Tim and His Hockey Career Prior to His Warroad High School Jersey Retirement
Warroad Road Warriors and the Washington Capitals
T.J. Oshie’s Return Brings Valued “Communication, Leadership” Intangibles To Capitals Lock Room
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The St. Louis Blues get their season started Saturday night which means we have just enough time to preview the coming season ahead before it officially begins. Coming off a disappointing 2010-11 that saw the Blues watch the playoffs from the outside looking in, expectations are significantly higher for 2011-12.
Here are just a handful of the many stories that are sure to develop as this newest season unfolds.
Sale of the Franchise
Potentially the biggest story on everyone’s mind, the sale of the St. Louis Blues and their assets is a topic that doesn’t even involve the players or action on the ice. Since it was announced that the Blues were for sale late last season, there’s been little solid news to report. Dave Checketts set a deadline for all formal offers to be in but fans saw the deadline pass with little coming out of it. Frustration has grown and still, outside of speculation, there really hasn’t been any hard news to emerge from the organization.
When news finally broke, it was a story that the Blues allegedly turned down an offer that was believed to be around $167 million. The organization was apparently seeking a number in the neighborhood of $190 million – a number most believe is far too steep. Frustrations grew further and the belief that a sale of the Blues could be finalized prior to the season starting was thrown out.
Most recently, news “broke” that Matthew Hulsizer, a name that’s been connected to the Blues since the team stated they were for sale, had reached a verbal agreement to become the new majority owner. Note the air quotes as the report is about as far from official as can be at this time. Whether or not Hulsizer does indeed by the Blues is a matter that will be answered in the coming days and weeks, but at this time we can take away that his intent to be an owner/investor with the Blues is a serious one.
Hopefully this matter gets resolved sooner than later so the attention can shift back to the action on the ice.
Jaroslav Halak
No one can predict what the Blues will get out of Jaroslav Halak in 2011-12 with any degree of certainty. Sure, we have our guesses but to date, Halak has been consistently inconsistent as a member of the St. Louis Blues. Last season Halak was average at best and left a lot to be desired in the minds of most fans.
If you examine Halak’s statistics from 2010-11, you’ll see he went 27-21-7 with a 2.48 GAA and a save percentage of .910. If these numbers are all you know about Halak’s year you might be a bit puzzled as to what all the fuss is about. The numbers really aren’t that bad but as is sometimes the case, the numbers really only tell a small portion of the story. Halak often looked lost in his own net, unsure of his positioning and unsure how to approach each and every save, regardless of difficulty. Sometimes he’d look a bit too lackadaisical, like he was only expelling a fraction of his concentration or focus. It was these times that caused fans (myself included) to grow irritated with Halak as he made similar mental and physical errors over and over and over again. Then, the following night, he’d look like a changed man capable of blanking even the hottest of offenses.
To be blunt, the whole ordeal left even the best prognosticators guessing and gave the Magic 8-ball quite a workout. This unreliability didn’t match the billing Halak arrived with as a true number one goaltender.
When Jaroslav Halak won he typically won in dominating fashion. When he lost, he typically lost in a big way.
In wins
1.25 GAA, .954 SV% and seven shutouts
In defeats
3.69 GAA, .869 SV%
Often Halak was brilliant in his victories only to look like a completely different goaltender in his defeats. There was never any consistency aside from a stretch in January where Halak allowed four goals in seven of the 10 games he appeared in that month – not exactly the most positive of trends. This sporadic goaltending was not what the Blues were hoping to receive when they made the deal to pry him away from Montreal.
In his second year of his four-year deal, Halak faces arguably the toughest test of his fairly young career. He needs to act like the number one goaltender everyone hopes he can be or before you know, we are halfway through his contract and all that the Blues and Halak have to show for it are two disappointing seasons.
David Backes & Chris Stewart
If healthy (knock on wood), the Blues could be in for a very fun and exciting year from David Backes and Chris Stewart.
For the first time in recent memory (Brad Boyes doesn’t count), the Blues have a young and exciting skater in Chris Stewart that theoretically could notch 40+ goals, assuming the injury bug remains at bay. Upon his arrival in St. Louis Stewart made a big name for himself by scoring 15 times in 26 games, leaving fans salivating at what he might produce in St. Louis over a full 82-game season.
Meanwhile, David Backes has been the true core of the Blues for the past several years and was finally recognized for his efforts by being named the newest captain of the team. Last season, Backes shouldered the offensive load and lit the lamp 31 times as he went on to score a career-high 62 points. Now with Stewart and key additions Jamie Langenbrunner and Jason Arnott, Backes doesn’t have to carry the same amount of weight that he has in past years which might free him up for bigger and greater things offensively.
Alex Pietrangelo & Kevin Shattenkirk
Arguably two of the best young defenseman in the league last season, Alex Pietrangelo and Kevin Shattenkirk come into 2011-12 with some pretty high expectations attached to their names.
In his first full season in the NHL, Pietrangelo appeared to be an experienced veteran on the ice. He knew where to position himself and how to handle himself in every offensive and defensive situation thrown his way. He ended the year with 43 points and held his own when it came to his defensive responsibilities. When he carried the puck, you could visibly tell that his teammates on the ice were completely comfortable as if it was a 10-year veteran rather than the rather inexperienced skater with only a handful of games to his name.
Now, with one full year under his belt, the expectation is that Pietrangelo will continue to improve and grow into his talent – a task that one notable former Blue struggled with (Erik Johnson).
Kevin Shattenkirk came over to St. Louis with Chris Stewart and though his surroundings changed tremendously, Shattenkirk’s overall game remained constant. He finished his rookie campaign with 43 points spread across two different cities and gave fans in St. Louis a whole lot to get excited about. Is a sophomore slump looming ahead for Shattenkirk or will he brush such a notion aside and turn in an even bigger season? Time will tell.
David Perron
Recently, David Perron returned to the St. Louis Blues and was cleared to resume his training. Perron, who hasn’t played since November of 2010, has plenty of rust to work through and plenty of hurdles ahead of him as he battles back from post-concussion syndrome.
Currently, there’s no timetable hooked to Perron but you can bet he’d add quite a spark to the lineup when he is able to return to action.
A Complete 60
Last season was maddening at times. The Blues would have a slim lead heading into the final stages of a game just to see it get plucked away as the opposition tied things up. Or, in other cases, the Blues would emerge flat and allow countless chances before coming to life in the second period.
Regardless of the finer details of the scenario, often the Blues would turn in a 40 to 50 minute effort, leaving the other 10 to 20 minutes up for their opponent. The team would power down during this time and too many times it came back to bite them and cost them two valuable points.
If the Blues are going to make a trip to the playoffs in 2011-12 they’ll need to learn how to turn in a complete effort each and every time they take the ice.
Let’s Go Blues!
With that, bring on the 2011-12 campaign. There’s plenty of fun and interesting stories to follow this year (I only covered a few) but you can bet all of us here at The Hockey Writers will have all of the latest analysis on each and every story as it develops.
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2014-15 ALL-BIG TEN HONORABLE MENTION
2015-16 ALL-BIG TEN HONORABLE MENTION
AS A SENIOR IN 2016-17
... collected an assist during a 4-2 opening night victory over No. 16 St. Lawrence ... tallied a pair of assists during a 7-0 victory over Mercyhurst (Oct. 14) ...registered a pair of multi-point games tallying 4 assists during a weekend sweep over Canisius (Oct. 28-29) ... had an assist in game one and scored one goal during game two in a weekend sweep over Niagara (Nov. 3-4) ... tallied two assists in a 6-3 victory over Alaska Anchorage (Nov. 11) ... recorded a pair of assists in the 8-0 win over Arizona State (Nov. 19) ... tallied an assist in each game of the weekend sweep over No. 20 Michigan (Dec. 1-2) ... Scored one goal and had an assist in a 5-2 victory against Michigan State (Jan. 13) ... Recorded one assist in a 5-3 victory over Michigan State (Jan. 14) ... Collected one assist in a 6-3 loss versus Ohio State (Jan. 21) ... Scored one goal in a 5-4 loss against Princeton (Jan. 28) ... Recorded one assist in a 5-1 loss versus Minnesota (Feb. 3) ... Scored one goal in a 5-2 loss versus Minnesota (Feb. 4) ... Scored two goals and had one assist in a 6-3 victory against Wisconsin (Feb. 10) ... Registered one assist in a 5-2 victory versus Wisconsin (Feb. 11) ... Collected one assist in a 6-3 loss versus Minnesota (Feb. 17) ... Scored one goal in a 4-3 loss against Minnesota (Feb. 18) ...
AS A JUNIOR IN 2015-16
Led the squad as point scorer with 38 points on 11 goals and a team-high 27 assists, which was tied for third in the Big Ten ... Scored a team-high six power-play goals, which was fourth in the Big Ten ... Named All-Big Ten Honorable Mention for a second straight season ... Posted a team-high eight multi-point games and four point streaks of three games or more ... Carried a pair of career-high seven-game point streaks (Oct. 10-30, Jan. 30-Feb. 20) ... Opened the year with a three-point game with a goal and two assists at Canisius (Oct. 10) ... Tallied a two-goal game vs. Sacred Heart (Nov. 13) ... Notched a four-game point streak (Nov. 21-Dec. 5) that included a power-play goal against Michigan State (Dec. 4) ... Notched fourth power-play tally of the season in a 5-1 win vs. Clarkson (Dec. 29) ... Tallied seven multi-point games during Big Ten play starting with a game-winning overtime goal and assist vs. Wisconsin (Jan. 15) ...Dished two assists in a 5-3 win at Minnesota (Feb. 6) ... Posted a pair of two-point games against Ohio State (Feb. 19-20) to earn Big Ten Third Star of the Week (Feb. 23) ... Tallied two assists each in both Big Ten Tournament games against Wisconsin (March 17) and Michigan (March 18) ... Named Academic All-Big Ten.
AS A SOPHOMORE IN 2014-15
Finished second on the team and seventh in the Big Ten in total points with 34, tallying 15 goals and 19 assists, both of which ranked second on the team ... Earned All-Big Ten Honorable Mention ... Carried team-leading plus-13 rating ... Scored a team-high four game-winning goals and two game-tying goals ... Tallied seven multi-point games and two four-point outings ... Opened the season by scoring in back-to-back games vs. UConn (Oct. 10-11), tallying the game-tying goal in the opener and notching a three-point game in a 7-1 win the next day ... Registered second multi-point game of the season with a goal and an assist in a 3-2 win over Bentley (Oct. 30) ... Scored a goal in losses to No. 4 UMass Lowell (Nov. 14) and vs. Cornell (Nov. 30) ...Tallied a career-high four points with three assists and an empty-net goal in a 5-2 win at Wisconsin (Dec. 5) ...Scored goals in four consecutive games (Jan. 9-17) including a pair of three-point contests vs. Ohio State (Jan. 9) and Michigan State (Jan. 17), earning Big Ten Second Star of the Week (Jan. 20) ... Scored goals in back-to-back games vs. No. 14 Vermont (Jan. 31) and Wisconsin (Feb. 6) ... Tallied PSU's lone goal in a tough 2-1 loss to No. 15 Minnesota (Feb. 20) ... Matched career-high three assists in a 5-3 loss at Ohio State (Feb. 28) ... Scored a goal in a 6-4 win over Michigan (March 6), followed by a second four-point game against the Wolverines (March 7) on a goal and three assists along with a plus-three rating to earn Big Ten Second Star of the Week (March 10) ... Named to the Academic All-Big Ten Team.
AS A FRESHMAN IN 2013-14
Appeared in 34 games ... Named team's Freshman of the Year ... Tied for the team lead with 11 assists ... Added seven goals, including two power-play markers ... Tied for the team lead and ranked fourth in the Big Ten (first among freshmen) with a .569 faceoff winning percentage ... Tied for sixth among league rookies with 18 points ... Assisted on the game-winning goal during Penn State's first win at Pegula Ice Arena against Army Oct. 11 ... Collected a helper on the game-winning goal in Penn State's first Big Ten win against Michigan Feb. 8 ... Earned Big Ten Third Star of the Week Feb. 25 after a three-point weekend (2g, 1a) against Michigan Feb. 21-22 ... Scored two goals, including the overtime game-winner, against the Wolverines Feb. 21 for Penn State's first Big Ten road victory ... Added an assist Feb. 22 ... Secured a season-high three-game point-scoring streak (2g, 2a) Feb. 21-28.
BEFORE PENN STATE
Finished the 2012-13 season with the United States Hockey League's Cedar Rapids RoughRiders ... Collected 30 points (8g, 22a) in 46 games ... Member of the USHL's Sioux City Musketeers for parts of two seasons (2011-13) ... In 2012-13, added five goals and eight assists in 18 games ... Served as team captain ... In 2011-12, posted 39 points (17g, 22a) in 47 regular-season games ... Was teammates with Penn State goaltender Matthew Skoff during the 2011-12 season ... Skated in 68 regular-season and 11 playoff games with the USHL's Green Bay Gamblers from 2010-12 ... Helped lead Green Bay to the 2011 Clark Cup finals ... Recorded 118 points (43g, 75a) in 179 career USHL regular-season games ... Added one goal and four assists in 11 playoff games ... Also played for the St. Louis AAA Blues (2008-10) and De Smet Jesuit High School (2006-10).
PERSONAL
Son of Tag and Ann Goodwin ... Has two brothers, Sam and Paul, and two sisters, Stephanie and Betty ... Brother, Sam, played collegiately at Niagara ... Graduated from De Smet Jesuit High School (Mo.) ... Born Feb. 27, 1992.
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The St. Louis Blues were founded in 1967 as part of the NHL’s first major expansion after the Original Six era. The team took its name from an old W.C. Handy song called “Saint Louis Blues.” The Blues history is rich, but the franchise has struggled in the postseason.
St. Louis fans can watch the Blues on TV on NBC or NBCSN whenever the team is part of a national broadcast. Regional coverage of Blues games on TV can be found and FOX Sports Midwest. St. Louis games are also available for streaming on the FOX Sports Go app and YouTubeTV.
NHL Standings
The Blues entered the NHL in the 1967-68 season and were part of the new West Division. After a number of realignments, St. Louis is currently in the Central Division of the Western Conference. The Blues are one of seven current teams in the division. With expansion, St. Louis will be one of eight teams in the Central Division beginning in 2021-22.
Championship History
St. Louis has had its share of success making the postseason in all but nine of the franchise’s 53 seasons. The Blues’ 42 playoff appearances are the most of any team not in the Original Six. In their first three NHL seasons, the Blues advanced all the way to the Stanley Cup Finals. They were swept in four games in each series.
St. Louis has won nine division titles: 1968-69, 1969-70, 1976-77, 1980-81, 1984-85, 1986-87, 1999-2000, 2011-12, and 2014-15. The Blues won just one conference championship and that was in 2018-19. St. Louis advanced to the Stanley Cup Finals that year and won the franchise’s first and only Cup with a seven-game victory over Boston. Until that win, the Blues were the oldest franchise to have never won the Stanley Cup.
Home of the Blues
St. Louis plays its home NHL schedule at the Enterprise Center, which is located in downtown St. Louis. The arena opened in 1994 as the Kiel Center and has undergone a series of name changes. For hockey games, the Enterprise Center seats 18,096 fans.
Best of the Blues
The Blues organization has a number of players affiliated with the team in the Hall of Fame but only six that played most of their career in St. Louis. Leading career scorer Bernie Federko played all but one of his 14 NHL (1976-90) seasons in St. Louis. Federko scored 1,073 points in 13 seasons with the Blues. He was the first player who played primarily for the Blues inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Brett Hull and his father Bobby Hull are the only father-son duo to each score 1,000 career NHL points. In 11 seasons in St. Louis, Hull totaled 936 points and a franchise-best 527 goals. He scored a career-high 86 goals in 1990-91.
Brian Sutter is one of the six famous Sutter brothers to have played in the NHL. He spent his entire 12-year career with the Blues where he remains third on the all-time scoring list with 636 points. He is the only Sutter brother to have his jersey retired.
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The Minnesota Wild grade reports keep flowing in, and this time, it’s for Marcus Johansson who’s had a complex reputation with Wild fans. “JoJo” as his teammates call him, joined the Wild for the second time shortly before the trade deadline in 2023. He started his journey with Minnesota looking strong in a short stint, but once he returned for a full season, things looked a little different.
Johansson’s season was complicated. On paper, he had a strong offensive season, but watching him play, things could’ve been better. Without the postseason, we’ll rely on his regular-season performance for a grade. We’ll examine a rough part of his game and a strong part of his game and then combine those for a grade.
Johansson’s Defensive Game Lacks
Johansson isn’t a defenseman, but every player on the team has to take responsibility in the defensive zone when they can. This includes blocking shots, pushing opponents to the outside, and breaking the puck out efficiently. Johansson contributed more blocked shots than some of his teammates, but he could’ve done better.
He played in 78 games for the Wild and had 29 blocked shots, which tied him for 17th place on the roster. This was shared with Jared Spurgeon, who only played 16 games. It’s understandable that he wouldn’t have as many blocked shots as the top defensemen on the Wild, but he could’ve done slightly more to help.
The other area he needs to improve on, more than his blocked shots, is his turnovers. He made a difference offensively, but he also gave up the puck 33 times, which was one of the highest on the team. Only five players were higher than he was, and they all handled the puck more than Johansson.
He has to improve his puck handling for this coming season so he doesn’t turn over the puck as much. That was a big issue with the entire team, but certain players were worse than others, and that can’t happen if they want to win games. Hopefully, Johansson can find a way to improve this part of his game before this coming season starts.
Johansson Finds Offense
Johansson is known for his speed and making a break for the net to score. He hasn’t gotten career numbers in the past few seasons, but this past season, he found a way to increase his points. He scored 11 times and assisted on 19 other goals for 30 points. He hasn’t been a big point producer over the years except the 2011-12’ season, when he tallied 46 points, and then a stretch from the 2013-14 season to the 2016-17 season, where he recorded over 40 points per season with one season coming in at 58 points.
Johansson’s 30 points don’t seem like a big deal, but for the Wild, it was, and it put him at eighth on the roster. While he found a way to score points, he wouldn’t have been able to do so without taking shots. He wasn’t shy about shooting whenever he could, as he took 112 shots on goal and was rewarded. He needs to keep that confidence going into this season and continue to take as many shots as he can.
The other area that deserves attention for being a good part of his game was the low number of penalty minutes he took. In the 78 games he played, he only took 22 minutes in penalties, and all of them were minors. He didn’t cost his team by taking any major or misconduct penalties; although he did take penalties, they were minimal.
Johansson’s Overall Grade
After reviewing the rough and good parts of his game, Johansson earned a C. Originally, his grade would’ve been lower, but after considering how much he contributed offensively compared to some of his teammates, he earned a slightly higher grade. However, on the flip side, it could’ve been higher, but his turnovers and small number of blocked shots made his grade a little lower.
It’ll be interesting to see if Johansson can keep up his scoring this coming season now that he has scored 30 points. Hopefully, he can find a way to keep up his offense while also keeping his turnovers low and blocked shots high. The Wild will need his contributions if they expect to win more games this season.
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Written By Brandon Caputo of the Armchair GM’s Sports Network Alex Pietrangelo is now a two-time Stanley Cup champion in his 15th National Hockey League (NHL) season but the now 34-year old King City, Ontario native still looks back fondly of his two years spent in the Niagara Region, playing at the old Jack Gatecliff Arena dawning…
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On the tenth anniversary of the start of the catastrophic 2004-05 NHL lockout, a light look back at what was and what is now.
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On September 16, 2004, after nearly two years of failed collective bargaining talks, the NHL and its players found themselves in a lockout situation for the second time in nine years. As both sides went to the mat over issues of a hard salary cap and “cost certainty” for a league that claimed to have only 11 profitable franchises and losses of $273 million in 2002–03, the NHL was again left with empty buildings; players. Referees and arena workers were also left without paychecks. And idle fans had nobody for whom to cheer. The following February, the NHL became the first of North America’s major pro sports leagues to lose an entire season to a labor impasse.
A lot has changed, much of it for the better, in the 10 years since that dark day, although not without another labor dispute that ate up a large chunk of 2012–13. But in many ways, the NHL’s lost season of ’04–05 was an historical dividing line. Here’s a quick look at some of the most notable facts from before and after the lockout, and at a few of the more memorable statements from the league’s second great showdown.
“Bottom line, if they want a hard cap, we’ll sit out the rest of our lives.”—Maple Leafs defenseman and NHLPA rep Bryan McCabe
GALLERY: Revisiting the 2004–05 lockout
Revisiting the 2004-05 NHL Lockout
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman announced the cancellation of the 2004-05 season on Feb. 16, 2005, the first time a full season of one of the four U.S. pro sports leagues was washed out. Due to a labor dispute, no Stanley Cup would be awarded for the first year since 1919. The lockout began Sept. 16, 2004 and lasted until July 21, 2005.
Jaromir Jagr enjoyed his time off with some beach volleyball and then joined up with a Czech team and played in the Russian Super League, too.
The Lightning's reign as Stanley Cup champions lasted a lot longer than many expected.
A figure skater glides across the Tampa Bay Lightning logo at the Ice Sports Forum, the Lightning's training facility, in Brandon, Fla., on Sept. 16, 2004, the day owners locked out the players.
Captain Canuck Trevor Linden was the NHLPA president during the lockout.
Sergei Fedorov sits with Kid Rock during a Pistons game in November 2004. Fedorov, a longtime Red Wing, was a Mighty Duck during the lockout.
Oilers coach Craig MacTavish spent his newfound free time by coaching the 10- and 11-year-old Whitemud Atom AA hockey team.
Referee Don Van Massenhoven became a sales consultant at Dale Wurfel Pontiac/Buick/GMC Ltd. in Strathroy, Ontario. Fellow referee Bill McCreary installed kitchen cabinets, and Stephen Walkom coached girls hockey.
Sabres goalie Martin Biron stops a shot during a pickup game with other NHL players, in Amherst, N.Y., on Feb. 15, 2005.
Many stars went abroad to stay sharp. Joe Thornton and Rick Nash won the 2005 Swiss league championship with Davos, lifting the master cup.
Peter Forsberg, left, fights it out with Henrik Zetterberg in front of goalie Miika Kiprusoff during a Swedish national league match between Modo and Timra in Ornskoldsvik, northern Sweden on Sept. 27, 2004.
Martin St. Louis (red) also played in Switzerland, for Lausanne.
The Philadelphia Phantoms' Patrick Sharp scores past Hamilton Bulldogs goalie Dan Ellis as Chris Higgins defends during the third period of an AHL game, the first hockey game in Philadelphia under the lockout.
Kid Rock offers nachos to Hurricanes owner Peter Karmanos during a January 2005 game between the Pistons and Knicks. The Pistons won 91-61.
Dany Heatley, left, played for colorful Bern of the Swiss league.
On Dec. 2, 2004, an NHL Pro team faced the under-18 USA team at the University of Michigan. Fedorov (left) signs autographs. Chris Chelios (right) brings the puck up the ice.
Predators coach Barry Trotz coached a high school hockey team in Franklin, Tenn.
Predators Jim McKenzie, left, and Scott Hartnell chase a football on the ice at the end of a workout at the team's practice facility on Sept. 15, 2004, the last day players were able to use team facilities before the league locked out the players.
Goalies Rick DiPietro (left) of the Islanders and Robert Esche of the Flyers shake hands as they leave a meeting with other locked-out players and the NHL Players Association on March 1, 2005.
A young lacrosse fan gives his opinion on the NHL lockout during the National Lacrosse League All-Star game at the Saddledome in Calgary, Alberta, usually the home of the Flames.
An NHL World Stars team played an exhibition with Polish All-Stars on Dec. 22, 2004 in Katowice, Poland. Fedorov was among the star skaters with Dominik Hasek in net and Tony Amonte enjoying some time on the bench with a young fan.
World Stars Rhett Warrener, left, and Ray Whitney peer through the fence as they visit the Auschwitz-Birkenau World War II concentration camp.
Bettman, left, shakes hands with NHLPA Executive Director Bob Goodenow after the players agreed to a labor settlement on July 21, 2005.
Best teams before the lockout: Detroit Red Wings and New Jersey Devils (3 Stanley Cups since 1994–95 lockout); Colorado Avalanche (2)
Best teams after the lockout: Chicago Blackhawks and Los Angeles Kings (2 Cups each—neither made the 2004 playoffs)
Average player salary before the lockout: $1.83 million (up from $892,000 in ’96)
Average player salary now: $2.4 million
Top paid players before the lockout: Peter Forsberg,JaromirJagr ($11 million per year)
Top paid player now:Shea Weber ($14 million)
"They're comfortable, they're presumptuous, they know they're going to play and they don't have to fight for the position.” — Bruins owner Jeremy Jacobs, commenting on the greed of the players
GALLERY: 20 Best Players at the 2004 lockout
NHL's 20 Best Players by the 2004 lockout
20. Daniel Sedin, LW
The scoring half of the Sedin twins, Daniel is also a superb playmaker. He joined the Canucks with his brother, Henrik, in 2000, just before his 20th birthday and established himself as one of the more dynamic players in the league. He now has 307 goals and 805 points in 979 games and was the NHL’s scoring leader in 2011. He also won a gold medal at the 2006 Olympics while playing for Sweden.
19. Henrik Sedin, C
Known as the playmaking half of the Sedin twins, Henrik has been a superb complement to his goal scoring twin, Daniel, since they joined the Canucks in 2000. He posted the first of his six straight 60-assist seasons the season after lockout and won the Hart Trophy in 2010, after leading the league with 83 assists and 112 points. In 2011, he and Daniel helped Vancouver reach the Stanley Cup Final.
18. Patrice Bergeron, C
With 39 points in 71 games during his first NHL season, Bergeron was just getting started on a fine career as one of the game’s best two-way players when the NHL locked out. He now has a pair of 30-goal seasons to his credit, but the value of this Stanley-Cup winner and two-time Olympic gold medalist is hard to measure in mere numbers. He's one of the game’s best checking forwards and face-off men and his unselfish play is a reason for the Bruins recent success.
17. Ilya Kovalchuk, LW
The Russian sniper averaged 36 goals during his three seasons with the Thrashers before the lockout and remained one of the game’s most lethal scorers after the NHL returned. He scored 52 goals in both the 2005-06 and 2007-08 seasons, and though his Russian teams often disappointed at the Olympics, they won the World Ice Hockey Championship in 2008 and 2009. In 2011-12, Kovalchuk set a record for NHL shootout goals in a season with 11.
16. Marian Gaborik, RW
Gaborik played in the All-Star Game and produced a pair of 30-goal campaigns before the lockout, and he recorded five more afterwards, including two 40-goal campaigns with the Rangers in 2009-10 and 2011-12. He was also MVP of the All-Star Game in his final season with New York. After a brief stint with Columbus, he was traded to Los Angeles at the 2014 trade deadline and immediately fit in. Gaborik led the playoffs with 14 goals and won his first Stanley Cup. As of the 2014-15 season he’d scored 347 regular-season goals.
15. Roberto Luongo, G
The fourth pick in the 1997 draft, Luongo had been toiling for mediocre teams in Florida at the time of the lockout, but still earned recognition as one of the NHL’s best netminders. In 2003-04, he finished third in the voting for the Vezina Trophy. After being traded to Vancouver in 2006, he blossomed, earning nominations for the 2007 Vezina, Hart and Pearson Trophies, but finishing second for all three. In 2008, the Canucks made him the NHL’s first goalie captain since 1948. He’s also won two Olympic gold medals, one each as a starter and backup, for Canada.
14. Zdeno Chara, D
The towering 6’-9” defenseman was coming into his own at the time of the lockout, having been named a First Team All-Star with Ottawa the previous season, his seventh in the NHL. He’d finished second in the voting for the 2004 Norris Trophy, an award he later won with Boston in 2009. (He’s been a finalist six times.) Chara has won the league’s hardest-shot competition at the All-Star Game five times. His blast of 108.8 miles-per-hour in 2012 remains the hardest shot on record.
13. Marian Hossa, RW
At the time of the lockout, Hossa was coming off four straight 30-goal seasons with the Senators and he later posted his first 100-point season with the Thrashers, in 2006-07. He’s also had the unusual distinction of playing in the Stanley Cup Final three years in a row (2008-10) for three different teams, finally winning the prize with Chicago after stints in Pittsburgh and Detroit. He’s now produced 995 points during his fine NHL career.
12. Daniel Alfredsson, RW
The Swedish star, who won the Calder Trophy in 1996, had produced four straight 70-point seasons and earned four All-Star Game nods with Ottawa when the lockout hit, and he picked up a career-high 103 points in 2005-06. He also won an Olympic gold medal for Sweden in 2006, one of his five appearances at the Games.
11. Pavel Datsyuk, C
With a breakthrough season of 30 goals and 68 points just before the lockout, Datsyuk was becoming one of the game’s most productive, dynamic and entertaining players. He’d played on Detroit’s 2002 Stanley Cup team, and his best was yet to come. Datsyuk revels in the game’s subtleties, including winning face-offs and swiping pucks with uncommon deftness. Now a two-time Cup winner, he’s won the Selke Trophy three times and the Lady Byng four times.
10. Martin St. Louis, RW
The season before the lockout, the diminutive winger became a bona fide star by leading the NHL in scoring (94 points), winning the Hart Trophy, and sparking the Lightning to the Stanley Cup. He later posted five straight 80-point campaigns, including a career-high 102, between 2006-07 and 2010-11. He’s also added another Hart, and Art Ross, and three Lady Byngs, and now stands just short of a career milestone with 981 career points.
9. Joe Thornton, C
By the lockout, the first overall pick in the 1997 draft had established himself as an All-Star forward with Boston, producing 101 points in 2002-03. The season that play resumed, Thornton was traded to San Jose and became the first player in NHL history to win both the Hart and Art Ross Trophies during a season in which he switched teams. He’s often been criticized for his pass-first play and because his NHL teams have never won the Cup, but his career numbers—1,194 regular-season points and 100 in the playoffs—should land him in the Hall of Fame.
8. Jarome Iginla, RW
A 52-goal scorer and Art Ross Trophy-winner in 2001-02, Iginla led his upstart Flames, who hadn’t reached the playoffs for seven years, to within one win of the Stanley Cup the season before the lockout, winning his second Rocket Richard Trophy In the process. Now 37, the veteran forward remains one of the game’s most respected players. He scored 30 goals for Boston in 2013-14 and his career NHL numbers—560 goals, 607 assists in 1,310 games and counting—will surely land him in the Hall-of-Fame.
7. Chris Pronger, D
Recognized as one of the fiercest players of his day, Pronger amassed more than 1,900 penalty minutes including regular and postseason games. He won the Norris and Hart Trophies with St. Louis in 2000, a rare accomplishment for a defenseman, especially one known best for rugged play in his own end of the ice. After the lockout, he appeared in Stanley Cup finals with the Oilers, Ducks and Flyers, winning the prize with Anaheim in 2007. He left the game prematurely in 2012 after suffering numerous concussions.
6. Jaromir Jagr, RW
The now ageless wonder (he was 32 when the lockout hit) seemed to be heading for the downside of his storied career. He’d already produced eight seasons of 90-plus points, won five scoring titles, two Stanley Cups (with Pittsburgh), and the Hart Trophy (1999), but he returned from the NHL's year-long hiatus with a bang: 54 goals and 123 points for the Rangers, earning First Team All-Star honors and the Pearson MVP award. His follow-up in 2006-07 wasn’t too shabby, either: 30 goals and 96 points
5. Scott Niedermayer, D
The smooth skating defenseman had already won three Stanley Cups with New Jersey before the lockout and he went on to win one more, with Anaheim, taking home Conn Smythe honors as well in 2007. Niedermayer was captain of that team. He also won two Olympic golds and served as captain of Team Canada at the 2010 Games in Vancouver where his team took the gold in his home province. The Devils retired his No. 27 in 2011.
4. Peter Forsberg, C
The stylish Swedish forward was well on his way to the Hall of Fame by the time of the lockout as a two-time Stanley Cup winner and Olympic gold medalist. Forsberg produced 116 points in 1995-96 when Colorado won its first Cup, but his aggressive style of play caused him numerous injuries throughout his shortened career. He missed the 2001-02 regular season because of a ruptured spleen, returning in time for for the playoffs and recording 27 points in 20 games. The following season, he led the NHL in scoring and won the Hart Trophy.
3. Joe Sakic, C
By the time of the 2004 lockout, the Avalanche center with the devastating wrist shot had won two Stanley Cups and produced five of his six 100-point seasons. In 2001, he became one of four players in league history, along with Bobby Clarke, Wayne Gretzky and Mark Messier, to win the Hart Trophy and captain a championship team. The Hall-of-Famer finished his career in 2009 with better than a point-per-game numbers in both the regular season (1,641 in 1,378 games) and playoffs (188 in 172 games).
2. Nicklas Lidstrom, D
The classy defenseman, referred to as “the perfect player,” was 34 at the time of the 2004 lockout and still had plenty of great hockey left in him. He’d won three of his four Stanley Cups, but only three of his seven Norris Trophies. By the time of his retirement in 2012, the 10-time First Team All-Star had become the career leader in regular and postseason games-played (1,827) for a single team (Detroit). His playoff rating of +61 is the highest of any player in NHL history.
1. Martin Brodeur, G
The Devils netminder was at the peak of his game by time of the lockout. He’d led the league in wins six times, backstopped New Jersey to three Stanley Cups, and won the Vezina Trophy twice. Imagine what Brodeur’s career records—1,259 games, 688 wins, 124 shutouts—would be now had there not been lengthy work stoppages in 1995, 2004 and 2012.
Notables who did not return after the lockout: Scott Stevens, Ron Francis, Al MacInnis, Mark Messier, Adam Oates, Igor Larionov, Steve Thomas, Felix Potvin, Bob Goodenow
Notables bought out after the lockout: John LeClair, Tony Amonte, Derian Hatcher, Ray Whitney, Darren McCarty, Pierre Turgeon, Bobby Holik, Brian Savage, Patrice Brisebois
“It’s asinine and it’s both sides.”—Flames defenseman Andrew Ference on the continuing impasse.
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20. Brent Seabrook, D
Seabrook and his Blackhawks partner Duncan Keith are one of the game’s best defensive tandems. A two-time Stanley-Cup winner, and Olympic gold medalist in 2010, Seabrook has also developed a penchant for scoring big goals. In 2013, he tallied the overtime winner against Detroit in the Western Conference semi-finals and three weeks later scored another OT winner to beat Boston in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final.
19. Thomas Vanek, LW
After winning an NCAA championship at the University of Minnesota, Vanek joined the Sabres for 2005-06 and went on to produce seven straight seasons of 25 goals or more, including a pair of 40-tally campaigns. In 2006-07 campaign, the talented sniper led the NHL with a +47 rating.
18. P.K. Subban, D
The cocky Habs defenseman has become one of the most dynamic and entertaining players in the NHL. He can be an offensive force, a defensive pest and a general nuisance for Montreal’s foes. Subban won the Norris Trophy in 2013, and produced 14 points in 17 playoff games the following season while leading the Canadiens to an upset victory against archrival Boston and a berth in the Eastern Conference Finals. In the summer of 2014, he was rewarded with an eight-year, $72 million contract.
17. John Tavares, C
The first pick in the 2009 draft was regarded as one of the finest prospects since Sidney Crosby. Tavares has since become one of the game’s most exciting players. Named captain of the Islanders at age 22, he was a finalist for the Hart Trophy in 2013. A relentless worker, his impressive game is still evolving and improving.
16. Corey Perry, RW
The 2011 Hart and Richard Trophy winner has become one of the game’s most consistent offensive players. A Stanley Cup-winner in only his second season (2006-07), he’s earned two First Team All-Star selections. Perry also won two gold medals playing for Canada at the 2010 and 2014 Olympics.
15. Ryan Suter, D
Suter entered the NHL with Nashville the season after the lockout and instantly emerged as an outstanding, mobile two-way defenseman. In 2012, he signed a celebrated 13-year contract with his hometown Minnesota Wild and won First Team All-Star honors. He’s also played in two Olympics for Team USA. (His uncle Gary, was a two-time Olympian, and his late father, Bob, was a member of the famed Miracle on Ice team that won gold at the Lake Placid Games in 1980.)
14. Zach Parise, LW
Parise joined the Devils the season after the lockout and later became New Jersey’s captain, the team reaching the Stanley Cup Final in 2012. He’s topped the 30-goal mark five times, and as a member of Team USA at the 2010 Olympics, he famously scored the tying goal with 24 seconds to play in the third period, sending the gold medal game into overtime before Canada ultimately prevailed. In 2012, he signed a 13-year contract with his hometown Minnesota Wild.
13. Ryan Getzlaf, C
The Ducks’ captain has established himself as one of the game’s premier power forwards. He joined Anaheim the season after the lockout and was a key player in the Ducks’ run to the Stanley Cup in 2007. He’s produced just under a point per game in both the regular season (608 points in 633 games) and playoffs (74 points in 81 games), won gold medals for Canada at the 2010 and ‘14 Olympics, and was runner-up to Sidney Crosby in the 2014 Hart Trophy balloting.
12. Duncan Keith, D
Widely considered to be one of the league’s best defensemen, Keith joined the Blackhawks the season after the lockout and went on to win the Norris Trophy in 2010 and '14. He also bagged Olympic gold medals while playing for Canada those years. In 2010 and 2013, he helped propel the Blackhawks to the Stanley Cup.
11. Shea Weber, D
At 6’-4” and 233 pounds, Weber has established himself as one of the game’s most feared hitters on the backline since joining the Predators right after the lockout. He also possesses one of the game’s hardest shots, and has also produced 12 points in 13 Olympic contests while helping Canada to gold medals in 2010 and 2014.
10. Drew Doughty, D
The rookie once known as Dough Boy has become a pillar of the two-time Stanley Cup-winning Kings. An exceptionally creative defenseman, he possesses one of the game’s best shots and array of bodychecks. And few players seem to have more fun playing the game. He also has two Olympic gold medals on his mantle.
9. Anze Kopitar, C
One of the NHL’s most complete forwards, Kopitar is finally getting his just recognition. He led the league in playoff scoring during each of the Kings’ championship seasons, totaling 46 points in 46 games in 2012 and ’14, and was a finalist for the '14 Selke Trophy as the game’s top two-way forward.
8. Henrik Lundqvist, G
The only goalie in NHL history to win at least 30 games in his first seven seasons, King Henrik has become the toast of New York while setting Rangers club records for wins during the regular season (309) and playoffs (43). He led the team to the Stanley Cup Final in 2014 and backstopped Sweden to the silver medal at the Sochi Olympics, adding to the gold medal he won at the Turin Games in 2006.
7. Jonathan Quick, G
A two-time Stanley Cup champ and Conn Smythe Trophy winner in 2012, Quick has emerged as one of the stingiest goalies in the game. Despite weighing 220 pounds, he is so flexible and capable of covering the entire lower portion of the net that his teammates took to calling him Gumby. His combined marks in the 2012 and 2013 playoffs (.940; 1.63 over 38 games) are astounding.
6. Steven Stamkos, C
At 24, Stamkos, the first pick in the 2008 draft, has surpassed Alex Ovechkin as the NHL’s most dangerous goal scorer. He’s twice won the league’s Rocket Richard Trophy, scoring 60 times in 2011-12. Despite missing considerable time due to a broken leg suffered in Nov. 2013, he came back and still managed to produce 25 goals in less than half a season while leading the Lightning to the playoffs.
5. Alex Ovechkin, F
Ovi edged Sidney Crosby for the Calder Trophy during the first post-lockout season and has gone on to light the lamp 422 times in 678 games, leading the NHL in goals four times and producing four 100-point seasons. In 2008, he became the first player to win the Art Ross, Hart Trophy, Lindsay Award and Richard Trophy in the same season. He remains the game’s most entertaining sniper.
4. Patrick Kane, RW
Kane, 25, is one of the game’s most dangerous offensive players, possessing magic hands that dangle pucks through seemingly impenetrable traffic jams. He’s played on two Stanley Cup champions and scored the winning goal in OT to clinch the championship against Philadelphia in 2010. Three years later, he won the Conn Smythe Trophy.
3. Jonathan Toews, C
At 26, Toews is arguably the game’s premier leader and winner. He’s won two Stanley Cups and two Olympic gold medals and is recognized as one of the game’s most complete two-way players. With 29 points in 22 postseason games, he was voted the Conn Smythe Trophy winner after the Blackhawks’ title run in 2010.
2. Evgeni Malkin, C
The man from Magnitogorsk has become Sidney Crosby’s lethal partner in the league’s most dangerous one-two combination. Malkin, who won the 2007 Calder Trophy, is now a two-time NHL scoring champ and the 2011-12 Hart Trophy winner. When the Penguins won their most recent Stanely Cup, in 2009, it was Malkin not Crosby who walked away with the Conn Smythe Trophy as playoff MVP.
1. Sidney Crosby, C
How can you top his two Hart Trophies, two Ross Trophies, a Stanley Cup, two Olympic gold medals—including the golden goal in OTto beat the USA in Vancouver—and mantle as the game’s best player? You can’t. He’s put up 769 points in only 550 regular season games and 114 in 95 playoff matches. At 27, his Hall-of-Fame career is likely only half over.
What is no more: the NHL on ESPN/ABC (TSN in Canada); the Northeast Division; the Southeast Division; the Northwest Division; Detroit and Columbus in the West; the Atlanta Thrashers; the dominance of the neutral zone trap; the red line; the touch icing rule; ties; Pittsburgh's Igloo ...
What has come to be: NHL on NBC/NBCSN (Rogers in Canada); the salary cap; the salary floor; the shootout; the loser point; the smaller neutral zone; smaller leg pads for goalies; shallower nets; the trapezoid; more interference calls; no substitutions for the team icing the puck until the ensuing face-off; hybrid icing; the Department of Player Safety; Rule 48 on head shots; concussion protocol; mandatory visors; no removing helmets before a fight; less fighting; the jersey tuck rule; the Winter Classic; the Stadium Series; the Metropolitan Division; the Winnipeg Jets; realignment (Detroit and Columbus in the East, Winnipeg in West); the expanded draft lottery (better odds for 10 highest-finishing non-playoff teams); playoff wild cards; Consol Energy Center; Prudential Center, MTS Center, advanced analytics ….
Scoring (2003–04): 6,318 total goals (5.13 per game; NHL leader—Senators, 262)
Scoring (2013–14): 6,573 total goals (5.34 per game; NHL leader—Blackhawks, 267)
Fighting (2003–04): 789 bouts (Pct. of 1,230 regular season games with fights: 41.14%)
Fighting (2013–14): 469 bouts (Pct. of 1,230 regular season games with fights: 29.76%)
"We're going to try to make it better for everybody, period, end of subject. And if you don't realize that, then don't come. We don't want you at the rink, we don't want you in the stadium, we don't want you to watch hockey.”—Flyers forward Jeremy Roenick, responding to fans who blamed the players for the lockout
Attendance (2003–04): 20,356,199 (per game avg. 16,549)
Attendance (2013–14): 21,758,902 (per game avg. 17,690)
Average ticket price (2003–04): $43.57 (Highest: Red Wings, $57.11)
Average ticket price (2013–14): $61.62 (Highest: Maple Leafs, $122.20)
"I might jump over the table and choke him to death. That would not be good. That's why they keep me out of the negotiations."—Flyers owner Ed Snider on NHLPA boss Bob Goodenow
Total revenue (2003–04): $2.24 billion ($74.6 million per team)
Total revenue (2003–04): $3.7 billion ($123 million per team)
Avgerage value of NHL teams before lockout: $163.3 million
Avgerage value now: $413 million
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Most valuable teams now (according to Forbes):
Maple Leafs: $1.15 billion
Rangers: $850 million
Canadiens: $775 million (up from No. 8; $195m)
Canucks: $700 million (up from No. 15; $148m)
Blackhawks: $625 million (up from No. 10; $178m)
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Least valuable teams now
Blue Jackets: $175 million (down from No. 17; $139m)
Lightning: $180 million (down from No. 13; $150m)
Blues: $185 million (down from No. 16; $140m)
Hurricanes: $187 million (up from No. 30; $100m)
Islanders: $195 million* (down from No. 12; $160m)
* In August 2014, the Islanders were sold for an estimated $548 million
''This is a sad, regrettable day that all of us wish could have been avoided.” — NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman announcing the cancellation of the season on Feb. 16, 2005
Odd tales
* The Flames had not made the playoffs for seven years before they made a surprise run to Game 7 of the 2004 Stanley Cup finals, where they lost to the Lightning. Their coach was Darryl Sutter, who cited concessionaires and other NHL support personnel who were out of income when he volunteered to cut his own pay during the work stoppage. Players were expected to be set for life after just a few years of work. Their predecessors weren’t so lucky. Hall of Famer Maurice Richard maxed out his annual salary at $50,000 near the end of his career and worked as a door-to-door furnace salesman soon after retiring from the Canadiens in 1960.
* How did players and officials get by during the lockout? Referee Bill McCreary installed kitchen cabinets to pay the bills. Stephane Provost, a linesman with more than 700 NHL games under his belt, was painting houses for $10 an hour during the NHL playoffs when he would likely have been working.
* Rory Fitzpatrick was without a team until signing with the Rochester Americans in March. As a fifth or sixth defenseman for most of his career, Fitzpatrick was not among the league’s higher paid players, though with 500 games to his credit, he was considered a veteran by the specifics of the AHL, which limited a team to six labeled “veterans” who could dress per game. Only after the Amerks suffered a series of injuries was Fitzpatrick invited to shed his Mr. Mom clothes. “I was getting very good at folding and dusting,” the father of four said.
* TSN replaced its Hockey Night in Canada coverage with ECHL and NCAA games, and even broadcast live and taped coverage of The World Series of Poker—which hooked goalie Roberto Luongo, among others. In 2012, Luongo ranked 250th among nearly 8,000 entries after five levels of play. TSN also added two new fishing shows just for the halibut.
* Rangers defenseman Joel Bouchard organized a 16-city tour of four-on-four teams to raise money for charity. The tour was picked up by Canadian network RDS. Luongo played in the four-on-four games, as did Simon Gagne, Jose Theodore, Vincent Damphousse, Mike Ribeiro, Martin Lapointe, Eric Belanger and Pascal Dupuis.
* Hundreds of NHL players skated in Europe, with mixed success. Pavol Demitra won the Slovak scoring title and Miro Satan was league MVP. Henrik Zetterberg won the Swedish League scoring title with 50 points in 50 games, but Daniel Alfredsson’s Frolunda Indians won the league title.
* AK Bars Kazan of the Russian Superleague (now the KHL) threw money at a league title like they were the New York Yankees, but with a $65 million roster that included Ilya Kovalchuk, Alex Kovalev, Nikolai Khabibulin, Darius Kasparaitis and North American imports Dany Heatley and Vincent Lecavalier, they got bounced in the opening round of the playoffs. The Moscow Dynamo prevailed with a payroll that was roughly one-fourth as expensive.
The end
"Today, our Board of Governors gave its unanimous approval to a Collective Bargaining Agreement that signals a new era for our league—an era of economic stability for our franchises, an era of heightened competitive balance for our players, an era of unparalleled excitement and entertainment for our fans."—Gary Bettman announcing the end of the impasse on July 22, 2005
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Editor’s Note: As we’ve reached the mid-way point for the overall hockey season, it’s time to select the mid-season All-America teams for each of the three major levels of hockey in the United States. If you’ll recall, at the beginning of the season, preseason All-America teams were named on United States of Hockey for the National Hockey League, NCAA and also a team featuring 2012 NHL Entry Draft-eligible players. Each team is made up of American-born players, with one player listed for each position, with a few honorable mentions for each as well. We kicked off the mid-season teams with the 2012 Draft-eligibles last Wednesday and unveiled the NCAA team on Tuesday. We wrap-up the mid-season honors with the NHL first and second teams today.
This has been a solid year for Americans in the National Hockey League. Many players have been highly productive and integral to their teams. With a higher American population in the NHL than ever before, it should be expected that American-born players will step up into the elite ranks of the league.
However, the U.S. has only one American in the top-10 in league scoring and only seven in the top 60. This is an area that certainly needs improvement. The United States is undoubtedly an elite hockey nation, but the lack of the consistently productive players is an area of concern.
Despite those concerns, there’s still tremendous depth among American players in the league. Several players that weren’t listed on the preseason All-America Team have stepped up and earned a spot on the first-team this time around. Plenty of tough decisions, to be sure.
Goaltending however is an overwhelmingly bright spot for the United States. Of the nine Americans named to the NHL All-Star Game, three are goaltenders. Not since Mike Richter, John Vanbiesbrouck and Tom Barrasso, has the United States enjoyed such high-end depth at the position.
Defense has also been a position of strength, and based on the number of talented young defenders coming up in the NHL ranks like Cam Fowler, Justin Faulk, Jake Gardiner and Kevin Shattenkirk, the U.S. could be pretty well set in that area for a long time.
While the present isn’t so bad, the future is very bright for USA Hockey in terms of producing high-end NHL players.
Coming up after the jump, a look at the best America has to offer in the NHL today.
Left Wing — Zach Parise — New Jersey Devils
Preseason: Zach Parise, New Jersey Devils
After missing most of last season due to injury, the Devils captain has seemingly picked up right where he left off in terms of production. Parise is the fourth leading scorer among American-born players in the NHL with 40.
Parise, currently third on the Devils in scoring, has New Jersey firmly in the playoff hunt and showing marked improvement as a whole this year with him in the lineup. The left winger hasn’t been held without a point for longer than three consecutive games, and that’s only happened twice this season. His consistent offensive presence and diligent work ethic at both ends of the ice easily put Parise in this first-team left wing spot.
His highly-publicized one-year deal with New Jersey has led some to believe he may be trade bait should the Devils fall out of contention. If he enters the trade market, he’d be one of the most highly sought after commodities in years.
2nd Team: Erik Cole — Montreal Canadiens
Preseason: James van Riemsdyk, Philadelphia Flyers
Erik Cole has quietly had a fantastic season, production wise for the Montreal Canadiens. He leads the Habs with 37 points including 19 goals. Though Montreal has struggled this season, Cole has been a bright spot.
Hampered by injuries throughout his career, Cole has appeared in all 48 games for the Canadiens, after completing the first 82-game season of his career in 2010-11. He is on pace for a career year, with a previous personal high of 61 points in an injury-shortened 2006-07 campaign.
Many weren’t sure how much gas the 33-year-old had in the tank after a pretty solid 26-goal season last year. Cole has proven he’s not done yet, far from it.
Honorable Mentions: Max Pacioretty, Montreal Canadiens; Nick Foligno, Ottawa Senators; R.J. Umberger, Columbus Blue Jackets
Center — David Backes — St. Louis Blues
Preseason: Ryan Kesler, Vancouver Canucks
The St. Louis Blues have been the comeback kids of the NHL since Ken Hitchcock took over, and they’ve been led by their captain the whole way. Backes paces the Blues with 37 points and an American-forward-leading plus-16 rating.
Backes is the definition of an all-around player. He can skate, he can score, he can hit, he’s responsible defensively and he has tremendous size. All of that has combined to make Backes one of the premier power centers in the National Hockey League.
A strong case could be made for Backes being the American most valuable to his team. In the hotly contested Central Division, St. Louis has traded the top spot with rivals Chicago and Detroit in recent weeks and currently sits fourth in the Western Conference. The Blues have only lost three times in regulation (four in overtime/shootout) on home ice and Backes has been a big part of pleasing the home fans with 26 points playing in the shadow of the Arch. That he’s not part of the All-Star festivities is a real shame. He certainly deserves to be there.
This 27-year-old is beginning to step into the spotlight in a market hungry for winning hockey.
2nd Team: Ryan Kesler — Vancouver Canucks
Preseason: Paul Stastny, Colorado Avalanche
While Kesler hasn’t really lit it up offensively like he did in 2010-11, he’s still bringing his solid two-way game night in and night out. After starting the year on the IR, still recovering from hip surgery, Kesler is fourth for Vancouver with 33 points, while recording his typical high plus/minus rating, 27 takeaways and 62 hits.
Though he might be off the pace of his incredible 2010-11, Kesler remains one of the premier American-born players in the game.
Honorable Mention: David Legwand, Nashville Predators; Paul Stastny, Colorado Avalanche; Derek Stepan, New York Rangers; Brandon Dubinsky, New York Rangers
Right Wing — Phil Kessel — Toronto Maple Leafs
Preseason: Patrick Kane, Chicago Blackhawks
In the absolute deepest position among American-born players, Phil Kessel is still the easy choice for the first-team All-America nod. His 51 points and 26 goals are tops among American-born players. His point total ranks ninth overall in the NHL and his 26 goals are tied for fourth. Kessel is on pace for an 84-point season, which would be the best by an American since Zach Parise’s 94-point campaign in 2008-09.
Undoubtedly the most natural goal-scorer among Americans in the NHL right now, Kessel has been consistent in that department. Closing in on his fourth consecutive 30-plus-goal season, Kessel is beginning to step into that upper-echelon in the NHL.
He isn’t the most popular player, but he’s one of the most talented and he’s shown every bit of his ability for much of this season. Playing in Toronto won’t make Kessel as big of a household name in the U.S. media markets, but he’s certainly made a huge impact on the way Americans are perceived in the game internationally. Phil Kessel, quite simply, is a star.
2nd Team: Jason Pominville — Buffalo Sabres
Preseason: TIE — Phil Kessel, Toronto Maple Leads; Bobby Ryan, Anaheim Ducks
I spent a lot of time thinking this one through between Pominville and Patrick Kane, who are awfully close in points, but gave the nod to the Sabres captain. It’s been a rough go in Buffalo this season as the team hovers around the basement of the Eastern Conference.
Pominville, however, has been an awfully bright spot for this lackluster team. Through it all, the captain has 17 goals and 30 assists for a team that has really struggled offensively. He leads the team in points and assists, while sitting 13th and 11th overall in the league in both categories, respectively.
Though born in Quebec, Pominville has represented the United States in international play as a dual citizen. He’s close to a career pace right now, despite all of the struggles around him. When the Sabres look back on this sorry year, they won’t have their captain to blame. He’s been outstanding this year and will represent the Sabres at the All-Star Game.
Honorable Mention: Patrick Kane, Chicago Blackhawks; Ryan Callahan, New York Rangers; Bobby Ryan, Anaheim Ducks; T.J. Oshie, St. Louis Blues
Defense — Ryan Suter — Nashville Predators
Preseason: Ryan Suter, Nashville Predators
The best American defenseman in the NHL has continued to be the best American defenseman in the NHL in 2011-12. Ryan Suter might be overshadowed by teammate Shea Weber, but he is undoubtedly one of the best blueliners in the game and has continued to prove that this season.
Suter was named to the All-Star Game after posting 28 points in the first half. He’s currently on pace to meet or beat most of his career offensive stats. Additionally, Suter has put up a plus-8 rating on a team right in the thick of the Central Division race.
Suter hasn’t done a lot of hitting this year, but beats a lot of his opponents with his elite hockey sense and positioning. Suter has blocked 66 shots so far this season while logging an average of 26:28 a night.
The Predators will do all they can to lock up this 27-year-old star, but there’s going to be a lot of interest in Suter in both the trade market and, if he gets there, the free-agent market. He’s the type of player every team would love to have.
Defense — Keith Yandle — Phoenix Coyotes
Preseason: Jack Johnson, Los Angeles Kings
Yandle has really solidified himself as one of the best offensive defensemen in the NHL. He’ll represent the Coyotes at the NHL All-Star Game after putting up 29 points including 23 assists. He may not be on the same pace as a season ago, but has been a significant part of Phoenix’s attack.
Yandle has put 121 shots on net so far this year, but he’s also shown plenty of defensive responsibility with 52 blocked shots. He needs to limit turnovers, as he’s been guilty of 51 giveaways this year.
Either way, Yandle is a deserving All-Star and at just 25 years of age, he’s still not quite hit his prime. He’s going to be a solid defender for years to come and should remain as one of the elite American-born offensive defensemen in the game.
2nd Team: Dustin Byfuglien — Winnipeg Jets
Preseason: Keith Yandle, Phoenix Coyotes
Though he won’t be able to attend the All-Star Game due to injury, Byfuglien has been outstanding when in the lineup. In just 35 games, Byfuglien already has 24 points and has the Jets firmly in the playoff hunt.
Byfuglien has plenty of offensive abilities, but has honed his defensive game in just his second year as a full-time defenseman in the NHL. The burly defenseman has 64 hits so far this year and is logging an average of 23-plus minutes a game. When he returns to health, he’ll be a force once again.
2nd Team: Kevin Shattenkirk — St. Louis Blues
Preseason: Alex Goligoski, Dallas Stars
In just his second season in the NHL, Kevin Shattenkirk has shown some incredible skills and is a big part of the Blues’ success this season. He has 23 points and a solid plus-17, while averaging more than 21 minutes a game in his sophomore campaign.
Shattenkirk is just 22 years old and appears to have a lot of great years ahead of him. He’s had success at both ends of the ice and looks like a seasoned vet out there. The Blues are looking like geniuses for picking up Shattenkirk and Chris Stewart for Erik Johnson and Jay McClement near the deadline last season. It could be a big reason the Blues are fighting for a Central Division title.
Honorable Mention: Matt Carle, Philadelphia Flyers; Jack Johnson, Los Angeles Kings; Ryan McDonagh, New York Rangers; John-Michael Liles, Toronto Maple Leafs
Goalie — Jonathan Quick — Los Angeles Kings
Preseason: Ryan Miller, Buffalo Sabres
The 26-year-old UMass alum has had his official breakout season. If he didn’t turn enough heads last year, Jonathan Quick is certainly turning them this year, in break-neck fashion.
The Kings are not yet a sure thing for the playoffs due to the lack of consistency in their offence, making Quick all-the-more important.
Quick has started 42 of of LA’s 50 games this year, posting a 21-12-9 record, 1.93 goals-against average and .934 save percentage. Quick ranks in the top five in most categories and boasts a league best six shutouts. He’s fourth in goals-against average and save percentage and fifth in minutes played.
Quick is looking like a contender for the Vezina and might have a shot at making this the fourth consecutive year of an American winning goaltending’s top award. There’s no telling what the second half will bring, but based on his first-half performance, expect a continued career-best effort from Quick.
2nd Team: Jimmy Howard — Detroit Red Wings
Preseason: Tim Thomas, New England Patriots Boston Bruins
The NHL’s leader in wins often won’t get enough credit for the success he’s had with much of it being attributed to the team he’s on. Make no mistake, Jimmy Howard is becoming one of the premier goaltenders in the NHL and is contributing to the outstanding depth in the goaltending position for the United States.
With a 30-11-1 record, Howard hasn’t just been letting the wins piled up. His 2.03 goals-against average ranks fifth in the NHL, while his five shutouts put him behind only Quick. He also has a .924 save percentage, which ranks seventh in the league.
Only 27, Howard has plenty of time left in this league to continue building his reputation.
Honorable Mention: Tim Thomas, Boston Bruins; Craig Anderson, Ottawa Senators
Mid-Season Awards…
Mike Modano Award — American MVP
David Backes, St. Louis Blues — This may be a controversial choice, but Backes may be the player most valuable to his own team. Ken Hitchcock will deservingly get credit for the Blues turnaround, but without Backes, it’s simply not possible. The big centerman is the straw that stirs that drink.
A strong case could be made for both Quick and Kessel, but I gave Backes the nod for his all-around game and how important he has been to the success of the Blues.
First Runner Up: Jonathan Quick, LA Kings; Second Runner Up: Phil Kessel, Toronto Maple Leafs
Joe Mullen Award — Top American Scorer
Phil Kessel, Toronto Maple Leafs — 51 points — This one’s simple math. Phil Kessel has more goals and more points than any other American. Case closed.
First Runner-Up: Jason Pominville, Buffalo Sabres — 47 points; Second Runner-Up: Patrick Kane — 41 points
Brian Leetch Carl Voss Trophy — American Rookie of the Year (I don’t remember why I initially named this the Brian Leetch Trophy in the pre-season. The first player ever to win the Calder Memorial Trophy (in 1933) as the NHL’s rookie of the year was actually American. His name was Carl Voss. The (imaginary) trophy should be named for him.)
Craig Smith, Nashville Predators — A year removed from his junior season at the University of Wisconsin, Craig Smith has stepped right into the NHL and performed well. Save for one hilarious gaffe in the season, it’s been mostly positive. With 11 goals and 18 assists, Smith ranks 18th among all American-born NHLers this season with 29 points, while playing significant minutes for the Preds.
First Runner-Up: Jake Gardiner, Toronto Maple Leafs; Second Runner-Up: Justin Faulk, Carolina Hurricanes
Well that’s it for the mid-season team and awards. Feel free to leave your own thoughts about who should or shouldn’t be on the list in the comments.
The end-of-season NHL All-America team will be unveiled upon the conclusion of the Stanley Cup Finals in June.
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Welcome to our fourth installment of what is officially being called the “Since 2000” series. We have had a fun three weeks already. We ranked the St. Louis Blues starting goalies, head coaches, and first-round picks (with an accidental second-round pick sneaking into the list; Last Word On Hockey apologizes). Today, we are ranking the captains of the Blues since 2000.
Ranking The Captains Criteria
As always, the good and the bad will factor into the rankings. The following, in no particular order, is the criteria for today’s rankings:
Only official captains are on this list. No players who only served as an alternate captain qualify. A player must have worn the “C” on his jersey to qualify.
Individual and team accomplishments are considered.
A captain’s role in team accomplishments is looked at.
Captains are only being ranked based off individual and team performances from when they were captain. For example, Ryan O’Reilly was the 2019 Conn Smythe winner. However, that happened before he was captain. As a result, that does not factor into his placement in the rankings.
Also, Brayden Schenn will not appear on this list. Similar to Drew Bannister when we ranked head coaches, Schenn has not had enough time as captain to fairly rank him.
Without further ado, let us rank the Blues captains since 2000.
Ranking Blues Captains Since 2000
Captain #7: Eric Brewer (2008-2011)
After spending most of the season without a captain, Brewer was named captain in February of 2008. As the main return in the infamous 2006 Chris Pronger trade, Brewer was constantly scrutinized by Blues fans. However, Brewer had started to play better under head coach Andy Murray. Furthermore, shortly after becoming captain, Brewer had a career-high four assists in a 5-1 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets. Things were trending upwards for the newly-named captain.
However, Brewer only played in 28 games in the 2008-09 season before undergoing season-ending back surgery. The Blues rallied from last place in the Western Conference to making the Stanley Cup Playoffs that season, but Brewer did not get to be part of it on the ice. Furthermore, it was the only playoff appearance the Blues had in Brewer’s time with the team. Brewer returned the following season and played relatively fine the next season and a half. A trade to the Tampa Bay Lightning in February of 2011 ended Brewer’s time as the Blues captain. When the trade was announced at the next night’s Blues game, fans cheered.
Brewer finds himself at the bottom of this list simply because not much happened while he was captain. The big rally to make the playoffs came without Brewer in the lineup. Anyone on that team could have been captain and the results would have been the same. Brewer did not move the needle enough as a captain to justify him going ahead of another captain on this list.
Captain #6: Dallas Drake (2005-2007)
In Drake’s two seasons, the Blues finished no higher than tenth in the Western Conference. Furthermore, the Blues finished in last place in one of those seasons. In addition, Drake himself played in no more than 62 games each season. What did he do that would put him above Brewer, who was captain while the Blues were playing competitive hockey?
To put it simple, Drake led by example on the ice. He did not put up the goal-scoring numbers. He was not an electric player who got named to the All-Star team. However, Drake gave his very best each shift in each game. There was no quit even among some tough seasons. Those were a tough two seasons for the Blues, but there was no questioning Drake’s effort and leadership.
Furthermore, the Blues did need a consistent leader on the roster. As a team not competing, the Blues were sellers at each of the trade deadlines in 2006 and 2007. Veteran leaders like Doug Weight, Bill Guerin, and Keith Tkachuk were traded away. Even though Weight (and eventually Tkachuk) returned to the Blues after being traded, Drake was the constant leadership presence in the locker room. Drake deserves more credit than he gets for what he did for a struggling team.
Captain #5: Al MacInnis (2003-2004)
MacInnis became an interim captain in 2003 as Chris Pronger missed significant time recovering from wrist and knee surgery. Even after Pronger returned to the lineup, MacInnis remained the captain. Furthermore, Pronger insited MacInnis keep the captaincy the next season.
For the 2003 season, MacInnis lead all NHL defenceman with 68 points. He scored 16 goals, his most scored since the 1998-99 season. He was also named to the All-Star team. Furthermore, MacInnis led the Blues to a 99-point season. However, the Blues lost in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Despite being the official captain the next season, MacInnis only played in three games. Vision problems from a previous injury emerged. Those three games would be the final three MacInnis played in the NHL.
MacInnis certainly made an impact as a captain, even thought it was a brief stint. It is unfortunate injuries ended his career. The 2003-04 team certainly missed his leadership and production.
Captain #4: Ryan O’Reilly (2021-2023)
O’Reilly was named captain after Alex Pietrangelo left in free agency. O’Reilly’s first season as captain was an interesting one, as it was right in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. Playing just 56 games, the Blues dealt with multiple postponed games as a result of the pandemic. However, the Blues played good hockey the entire season despite the inconsistent schedule and travel arrangements. The team went 15-9-4 on the road. O’Reilly led the way with 24 goals. Despite the frustrations of the pandemic, O’Reilly helped the Blues stay on task and reach the playoffs.
The next season saw a return to the 82-game format. However, the Blues remained a top team, led by O’Reilly. O’Reilly scored 21 goals and led the Blues once again to the playoffs. Once there, O’Reilly found another level. He scored seven goals in 12 playoff games. The Blues seemed on their way to a deep run before an injury to goalie Jordan Binnington stalled the team in the second round.
O’Reilly was traded at the 2023 Trade Deadline, ending his time as a Blue. As a captain, O’Reilly led the Blues through a different 2021 season and helped them be Stanley Cup-contenders in 2022. O’Reilly led by example, on and off the ice. It is a shame he was unable to win a Stanley Cup as captain.
Captain #3 David Backes (2011-2016)
Backes is the first captain on this list to have led the Blues to the playoffs each year he was captain. Furthermore, Backes led the Blues to two Central Division titles (2012 and 2015) and a Western Conference Final appearance in 2016. Backes was a consistent goal scorer for the Blues. With the exception of the 48-game season in 2013 due to the lockout, Backes scored no less than 21 goals each season he was the captain. In the 2016 playoff run, Backes had two game-winning goals in overtime.
In addition to scoring goals, Backes was also an elite defensive forward. Backes was regularly on the penalty kill and on the ice in late-game situations. In the 2011-12 season, Backes was a finalist for the Selke Trophy, awarded to the best defensive forward in the league.
Backes’s time as the captain of the Blues came a time the Blues were returning to be an elite team in the league and being a Stanley Cup contender. Had the Blues not ran out of gas in 2o16, Backes may very well have been the first Blues captain to hoist the Stanley Cup. As it is, Backes’s contributions to the Blues have not gone underappreciated by fans. In what ended up being his final NHL game, Backes, then with the Anaheim Ducks, received a standing ovation at the Enterprise Center. Backes would later sign a one-day contract to retire as a Blue.
Captain #2 Chris Pronger (1997-2003, 200-2003 looked at for this rankings)
As captain, Pronger led the Blues to their best regular-season in team history. The Blues went 51-19-11-1 to win their first President’s Trophy in the 1999-200 season. Pronger led the Blues with 48 assists and had a career-high 62 points. Furthermore, Pronger won the Norris Trophy as the league’s top defenceman and won the Hart Trophy for the league’s most valuable player. Pronger was one of four Blues to win awards for the 2000 season. The only thing missing from the 2000 season was the Stanley Cup.
Unfortunately for Pronger, the 2000 season would be his last great year with the Blues. Injuries limited him to just 51 games the next season. He would play in 78 games the following season and registered 47 points, but the injuries returned the next season. It was at that point Pronger passed off the captaincy to Al MacInnis.
If we could include the first few seasons Pronger was captain, there may be a case to rank him at the top. As it is, it is hard to rank Pronger any higher based on the criteria of this list. However, his memorable 1999-2000 season is one Blues fans should remember for years to come. His number 44 hangs in the rafters at Enterprise Center for many similar reasons.
Captain #1 Alex Pietrangelo (2016-2020)
A former first-round pick of the Blues, Pietrangelo was named captain in 2016. Despite being a consistent two-way defenceman, Pietrangelo reached another level once becoming captain. His first season as captain, Pietrangelo scored what was a career-high 14 goals. Furthermore, Pietrangelo was named an All-Star for the first time.
However, Pietrangelo’s biggest moment with the Blues came in the 2019 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Pietrangelo tied for the most assists by a defenceman with 16. Furthermore, he scored the game-winning goal in Game 7 of the Final. As such, Pietrangelo scored the first Cup-winning goal in Blues history. The captain followed up that season with another All-Star season in 2020. The abrupt pause in the season as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic deprived Pietrangelo of a chance at this first 20-goal season. When the season paused, Pietrangelo had 16 goals.
Pietrangelo played his final games as a Blue in Canada during the 2020 Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Blues title defence ended in the first round. Pietrangelo’s departure is one Blues fans wish could have been avoided. As it is, Pietrangelo holds the distinction of being the first Blues captain to win the Stanley Cup. The memory of Pietrangelo lifting the Cup in celebration is one Blues fans will not soon forget.
Main Photo: Perry Nelson-USA TODAY Sports
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Barret Jackman won’t be remembered for being a flashy goal scorer.
But St. Louis Blues fans will remember Jackman for being the guy who did all the little things during his 13 seasons with the Blues.
Block a shot with his body? No problem, Jackman did that more than 1,000 times during his 14-year NHL career. He stopped 153 shots alone during the 2011-12 season. He never shied away from putting his body in front of the puck to take away a potential goal.
Start a fight? He wasn’t afraid to do that, either. And he finished plenty, as well. Jackman racked up over 1,100 penalty minutes in his career.
Playing with a toughness and an edge not seen as much in today’s NHL, Jackman was a mainstay for the Blues’ for over 13 seasons. For his leadership, toughness and accomplishments on the ice, the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame proudly inducted Jackman as a member of its Class of 2023.
Born in Trail, British Columbia, Canada, Jackman rose quickly through the ranks of junior hockey, eventually becoming the 17th overall selection by St. Louis in the 1999 NHL Entry Draft.
It wouldn’t be long before he was making an impact in the NHL.
During his rookie season in St. Louis in 2002-03, Jackman recorded three goals, 16 assists, 190 penalty minutes, and a plus-23 rating, helping lead the Blues to the playoffs. Playing on a line which included greats Al MacInnis and Chris Pronger, Jackman became the first – and still only – St. Louis Blue to be voted winner of the Calder Memorial Trophy, given annually to the NHL’s top rookie.
Jackman’s growth and development at the NHL level stalled a bit over the next two seasons. He was limited to just 15 games in 2003-04 due to a shoulder injury, and in 2004-05 Jackman played with the Missouri River Otters of the United Hockey during the NHL lockout.
He returned to form when the NHL returned to the ice in 2005-06, playing in 63 games and recording a career-high 24 assists.
Jackman showed his durability over the next three seasons, playing in no fewer than 70 games each year. In 2008-09, he appeared in all 82 regular-season games for the Blues and had 17 assists to go with four goals.
Over time, Jackman developed into one of the more reliable defensemen in the NHL, averaging 20-plus minutes per game for his career.
In the summer of 2012, Jackman signed a three-year contract extension with the Blues, his last multi-year deal with the club.
Jackman closed out his career in 2015-16 with the Nashville Predators. He played in 73 regular season games and appeared in all 14 playoffs games as the Preds reached the second round.
He officially retired from the ice when he signed a one-day contract with the Blues on October 4, 2016. Jackman finished his career with 181 points, or 28 goals and 153 assists. He and Bernie Federko (MSHOF 2002) are the only Blues to play at least 13 seasons with the club.
“It’s a huge honor to be able to stand up there for the old swan song,” he said at his retirement press conference. “It’s just an unbelievable opportunity that the Blues and (team owner) Mr. (Tom) Stillman and (general manager) Doug Armstrong gave me to retire in the same place where my whole career started. This is overwhelming, to have so many alumni and all of the players behind me; I’m happy I didn’t have to stare them in the face. It probably would have been a lot harder if I had to look at those guys the entire time.”
MacInnis had high praise for Jackman upon his retirement.
“No one played the game with probably some of the toughest injuries you can play with, played hard each and every night,” MacInnis said. “That’s just Barret. That’s just the way he is.”
Pronger shared his thoughts.
“When you think of his name, you think of the passion and the toughness that he played with,” Pronger said. “Back then he was still very young. Everybody leads in their own way. I’ve played with a lot of guys that are the strong, silent type. [Jackman] was one of those guys that leads by example, played the game hard, and he wanted you to follow that lead.”
Since retirement, Jackman has remained in the St. Louis area and become a businessman, partnering with former Blues great Kelly Chase and Brett Hull on several ventures.
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St. Louis Blues, American professional ice hockey team based in St. Louis, Missouri, that plays in the Western Conference of the National Hockey League (NHL). The Blues have appeared in four Stanley Cup finals (1968–70 and 2019) and have won one championship (2019).
The Blues (whose name is derived from musician W.C. Handy’s classic composition “St. Louis Blues”) joined the NHL during the 1967–68 season as one of the six teams added to the league when it expanded from the so-called “Original Six” franchises. Led by first-time head coach Scotty Bowman and featuring hard-nosed defenseman Barclay Plager, the Blues advanced to the Stanley Cup finals in their first season but were defeated by the Montreal Canadiens in four contests that were each decided by just one goal. The Blues won the NHL West Division—composed of the six expansion franchises—in each of the following two seasons as well, only to be swept by the winner of the Original Six-filled East Division in the Stanley Cup finals (Montreal again in 1969, the Boston Bruins in 1970). The team’s hot start was not sustainable, however, and the Blues were markedly less successful during the 1970s. Between 1970–71 and 1979–80, St. Louis posted just two winning records and advanced past its opening playoff round but once.
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In 1980–81 the Blues, behind the play of left wing Brian Sutter and centre Bernie Federko, won 45 games—posting the best record in team history up to that point—and captured a division title, but their playoff struggles continued as they were eliminated in their second postseason series. The Blues finished with a losing record six times over the following eight seasons, but nevertheless qualified for the playoffs each year. During the 1987–88 season St. Louis acquired future star right wing Brett Hull. He would go on to score the most goals in franchise history over the course of his 10 full seasons with the Blues—and ultimately follow his father, Bobby Hull, into the Hall of Fame—but he led the team no farther than the second round of the playoffs during that period.
In 1999–2000 the Blues posted the best record in the NHL behind the play of right wing Pavol Demitra and defensemen Chris Pronger and Al MacInnis, but St. Louis was upset in the first round of the NHL playoffs by the Western Conference’s lowest seed, the San Jose Sharks. The Blues rebounded from that disappointment the following season by earning a berth in the conference finals, which they lost to the eventual champion Colorado Avalanche. St. Louis continued to qualify for the postseason through the 2003–04 season, which brought the team’s run of consecutive playoff berths to 25 seasons—the third longest such streak in league history at the time. Over that period, however, the Blues failed to appear in the Stanley Cup finals and only advanced past their second playoff series twice. In the six seasons following the end of the streak, the Blues primarily finished their seasons with win-loss records around .500 but earned just one postseason berth (a first-round loss in 2008–09). The struggling team brought in head coach Ken Hitchcock 14 games into the 2011–12 season, and the Blues rallied behind the new leadership, winning 49 games and capturing the franchise’s first division title in 14 years. However, postseason success continued to elude the team as the Blues lost in the second round of the playoffs that year, which was followed by first-round upset losses in the subsequent three seasons. St. Louis broke through to a degree during the 2015–16 season, advancing to its first conference final in 14 years, where the Blues were eliminated by the San Jose Sharks.
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Craig Berube sounds like he’s the apple of Toronto’s eye.
According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, the veteran head coach is the front-runner to become the Toronto Maple Leafs’ next bench boss.
“Until I am told otherwise, I believe that Berube is their guy,” Friedman said on the latest episode of 32 Thoughts: The Podcast. “It’s just a matter of what is the process to get there.”
Todd McLellan and Berube interviewed with the Maple Leafs for the position last weekend. Friedman notes that Gerard Gallant also talked to the organization about their head coaching vacancy.
“I have heard that Gallant had spoken to the Maple Leafs, and I would assume he’s spoken to other teams as well… He is exactly the kind of coach [Maple Leafs general manager] Brad Treliving would be interested in.”
Berube, McLellan and Gallant are the three names most connected in Toronto’s search to replace Sheldon Keefe.
Berube, 58, was head coach of the St. Louis Blues from 2018-19 to 2023-24. In his first season, the Blues won a Stanley Cup.
Under Berube’s watch, the Blues qualified for the playoffs in four of the five seasons. He was fired at the start of the 2023-24 campaign and replaced by Drew Bannister.
Brind’Amour’s future up in the air?
It’s unclear if Toronto will seek permission to speak with long-time Carolina Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind’Amour, who remains without a contract heading into next season.
Reports surfaced mid-playoffs that a contract extension was pulled by the Hurricanes front office, leading to a follow up report that a deal was expected to get done eventually.
“I have told you before that the best source I have on this believes that this is going to work out,” Friedman said on the podcast. “But this person also believes they can’t believe it got to this point and says it’s really a bad thing for the organization that it exploded between the first and second round of the playoffs.”
The New York Rangers eliminated the Hurricanes on Thursday in six games. Carolina finished the regular season with 52 wins and 111 points.
“The feeling is [Brind’Amour] wants to stay there. His family is there, they’re all happy there,” Friedman added. “I think teams are going to ask. I think New Jersey will definitely ask, but I think everybody is going to look into it.
“Based on the best information I have, they will work it out, but I don’t think anyone is happy it took this long,” Friedman said.
Not counting his 10 years as a player, Brind’Amour, regarded as one of the best coaches in the NHL, has been with the organization since 2011-12, his first as an assistant. He’s been head coach since 2018-19 and has guided the team to the playoffs every season, advancing to the third round twice.
“It’s a business, and [I] would love to roll it back with these guys,” Brind’Amour said after Game 6. “But who knows how all of that is going to shake out?”
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Since the 2020 off-season, the Blues have seen many integral parts of their Stanley Cup Championship team move on. Defenseman and former Captain Alex Pietrangelo left as a Free Agent to the Vegas Golden Knights three off seasons ago, while rearguard Joel Edmundson was moved in the summer of 2019 and forward Jaden Schwartz left in succeeding years via Free Agency in 2021.
Last season, then-Captain Ryan O’Reilly was traded to the Toronto Maple Leafs, while long-time Blue and franchise cornerstone Vladimir Tarasenko was dealt to the New York Rangers. The trades of arguably the two most important franchise forwards of the past decade felt like an official changing of the guard, leaving gaping holes up front in terms of who will lead this team offensively into the next era.
The departures of O’Reilly and Tarasenko directly impact the futures of Jordan Kyrou and Robert Thomas, who after getting handed big time contracts, are expected to be the driving forces of this team offensively for years to come.
“They (Kyrou & Thomas) are certainly the offensive focal point of our franchise now,” Armstrong said. “We rewarded them with contracts, and I believe they’ve earned those contracts. With that comes having your name circled by the other team, to eliminate your talents from the game.
“They have to get creative on how to have impacts on the game, because they’re going to be circled, checked and played against harder than ever before. I think they’re up to the challenge and all great players, at some point during their careers, enter that time of being a focal point, and those two guys are certainly that for us offensively.”
The changing of the guard is not only coming in the way of on ice production, but also in leadership. The team was in need of a new captain after the departure of O’Reilly last winter, and the Blues elected to go with Brayden Schenn as the next official leader into this new chapter.
Schenn, 32, is entering his seventh season as a Blue and has been an integral part of the team’s success since his arrival. Acquired from the Philadelphia Flyers at the 2017 NHL Draft, Schenn has proven to be a Swiss army knife that can play any forward position and bring all types of elements to the Blues’ forward group. He is committed to the franchise until 2028 – he signed an eight-year contract extension in 2019 – and seemingly checks all the boxes to help usher in a new era.
“When you’re going through what we’re going through, having somebody who has experienced a lot of things in their career (it’s valuable),” said Armstrong. “He was a top junior player, had been traded twice, has won a Stanley Cup, has been on a World Championship Gold Medal team, has played up and down the lineup – there’s not much that we can go through this year that he hasn’t seen and that’s important when you have that type of leader in your group.”
Armstrong also went out of his way to acknowledge the importance of the alternate captains, specifically Thomas, who is the face of the next generation of Blues. Being able to learn from the likes of Schenn, Justin Faulk and Colton Parayko, Armstrong believes Thomas will be ready when it’s “his turn.”
Despite the period of transition, the Blues are not intending to go through a full rebuild and want to get back to a competitive status. But even with that goal, they have been able to quietly go about their business in restocking the cupboard through maintaining and acquiring draft capital.
Since the 2020 NHL Draft, the Blues have drafted six times in the first round, which ranks right atop of the league; they selected three times in the first-round in 2023, as well.
“That’s why there’s hope that this thing can turn around quickly,” said Armstrong. “We understood this day was coming.
“We’ve been able to keep our first-round picks and add (additional picks).”
A major issue the Blues’ faced last year was team defense, and it was exposed all season long. The Blues did attempt to move out Torey Krug in exchange for Travis Sanheim, but it ultimately fell through with the former being unwilling to waive his No Trade Clause. With that, the Blues are bringing back predominantly the same group on the backend that had such a difficult time last season. But along with mentality, it’s a team effort that needs to be improved in the Blues’ own end.
“We lost our focus, we lost our focal point,” said Armstrong. “We just weren’t a cohesive organization last year, we were splintered. When you’re splintered, it shows up on the ice. But that ship has sailed now, we’re trying to regain our footing and I think Schenn, Thomas, Faulk and Parayko have done a great job of setting that standard.
“Our team defensive game wasn’t conducive to winning hockey.”
Five years ago, on route to the team’s Stanley Cup Championship, goaltender Jordan Binnington burst onto the scene and went from the fourth string to the starter that back stopped the Blues to the top of the mountain. While the net is still his to lose, Binnington’s play has slipped in recent years, and with a hungry, young backup now behind him in Joel Hofer, there will be more internal competition for starting minutes.
There is nothing wrong with internal competition and that is something Armstrong expects from his goalies this season.
“We think Hofer has done everything he can in the American league,” said Armstrong. “He went to the World Championships, was on a team that won, has also won a World Junior, he’s been a top goaltender in the American league. We have faith that he can come in here and push our team and be a great partner for Jordan.
“Any coach or GM will tell you that the best type of competition is internal competition. That pushes you everyday, to maintain your ice on any given night. We believe in Hofer, he wants more starts and Jordan wants to keep the starts that he has – that internal competition is going to drive them both.”
The NHL is entering the fourth (and hopefully) last year of the flat salary cap. It has proven to be a major hurdle for every team since 2020, especially those who have looked to remain competitive like the Blues.
Armstrong has truly been an anomaly when it comes to one aspect of the salary cap, as he has never exercised a buyout during his time as GM of the Blues. Not having to deal with dead money has certainly helped and is indicative of overall good cap management, something the Blues have always been cognizant of and have always prepared for.
“Coming off of our championship season, we had a lot of guys under contract through the end of 2023 and had signed some of the guys pre-pandemic (which helped us be prepared),” said Armstrong. “The flat cap is what it is. We’re going to see a bump in the next couple of years, hopefully.”
After a disappointing season last year, Armstrong has an internal barometer as to what will dictate this season being a success. With six pending UFAs, more changes next season are inevitable, but the magnitude of said changes will depend heavily on how this season plays out.
“Hope for the best and prepare for the worst,” as Armstrong said.
Aside from the Colorado Avalanche and Dallas Stars, the Central Division is wide open. The Blues fall in the same tier as the likes of the Winnipeg Jets, Nashville Predators and Minnesota Wild, who will all be vying for the third seed in Central Division and avoid the impending dog fight for the wildcard seeds with the deep Pacific Division.
Through strategic cap management and drafting, Armstrong and the Blues have been able to make a (mostly) smooth transition into the organization’s next era. What is left to prove now is how successful this new era of hockey will be, because as we’ve seen over the last four seasons, the Blues have no issue turning over a new page if recent success has been absent.
Time will tell if the group set to lead the Blues will bear fruit, but there is no doubt that this truly is the dawning of a new era in St. Louis.
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SPRINGFIELD, Mass. … Exactly four months after the Binghamton Senators lifted the Calder Cup, the American Hockey League begins its 76th season tonight with 30 teams starting down the road to the championship.
The puck drops on the 2011-12 campaign with 23 games over the holiday weekend, including five this evening, 12 on Saturday and six more on Sunday.
As usual, a new season brings some new looks, but most noticeable in the AHL for 2011-12 is the schedule itself. As part of a schedule modification plan announced back in April, the regular-season playing schedule has been reduced from 80 to 76 games, the playing calendar has been extended by one week, and all sequences in which teams play four games in five nights have been eliminated. These steps are intended to provide a safer environment for AHL players through increased rest and recovery time, and also to provide AHL fans with an even higher caliber of play as a result of reduced player fatigue.
Another new look comes on the league’s standings page, where the 30 member teams are now divided into six divisions of five teams each, three divisions in each conference. Eight teams from each conference will qualify for the 2012 Calder Cup Playoffs, with the three division winners earning the top three seeds and the next five best teams in order of regular-season points seeded fourth through eighth.
The battle for standings points begins tonight with five games, including Binghamton’s banner-raising home opener against the Hershey Bears. The city of Binghamton is marking its 30th season as a member of the American Hockey League, but the Calder Cup had never resided in New York’s Southern Tier until the Senators defeated Houston in a six-game Final series last spring.
Also tonight is the debut of the St. John’s IceCaps, top affiliate of the NHL’s Winnipeg Jets. The IceCaps open their season with games in Providence and Manchester this weekend before the AHL officially returns to Mile One Centre on Oct. 14 when Hamilton visits St. John’s.
The IceCaps’ partnership with the Jets is one of five affiliation changes heading into the 2011-12 season. After a three-year separation, the Rochester Americans have once again joined with the Buffalo Sabres, previously their parent club for 29 years from 1979-2008. The Portland Pirates have teamed up with the Phoenix Coyotes, the San Antonio Rampage will be the top affiliate of the Florida Panthers, and the Chicago Wolves are the new AHL farm club of the NHL’s Western Conference champion Vancouver Canucks.
The 2011-12 season will feature 13 teams with new head coaches. In addition to Portland’s Ray Edwards and San Antonio’s Chuck Weber following their parent teams to new affiliates, eight bench bosses will be making their AHL debuts: Abbotsford’s Troy Ward, Bridgeport’s Brent Thompson, Chicago’s Craig MacTavish, Milwaukee’s Kirk Muller, Rochester’s Ron Rolston, Rockford’s Ted Dent, Keith McCambridge in St. John’s and Texas’s Jeff Pyle. Three other head coaches — Hamilton’s Clement Jodoin, Houston’s John Torchetti and Providence’s Bruce Cassidy — are back after previous stints coaching in both the AHL and NHL. Nine of the men who were AHL head coaches on opening night in 2010-11 are beginning the new season in the National Hockey League.
The upcoming regular season comprises 1,140 games leading up to the start of the 2012 Calder Cup Playoffs in April. The schedule is highlighted by two outdoor games, the first at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia pitting the Adirondack Phantoms against the Hershey Bears on Jan. 6, and the second at Ivor Wynne Stadium in Hamilton, Ont., with the Hamilton Bulldogs facing off against the Toronto Marlies on Jan. 21 (live on Sportsnet). On Jan. 29-30, the 2012 AHL All-Star Classic will be held at the historic Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, N.J., featuring the top talent in the Eastern Conference competing against the best of the Western Conference in both the Skills Competition and the All-Star Game.
In operation since 1936, the AHL continues to serve as the top development league for all 30 National Hockey League teams. More than 87 percent of last season’s NHL players were American Hockey League graduates, and for the 10th year in a row, more than 6 million fans attended AHL games across North America in 2010-11.
2011-12 Team Capsules
EASTERN CONFERENCE
Atlantic Division
11th season
NHL Affiliate: Los Angeles Kings (since 2001)
Home Rink: Verizon Wireless Arena
2010-11 Record: 44-26-4-6, 98 pts. (2nd in Atlantic Division)
Playoffs: Lost division semifinal to Binghamton, 4-3
Head Coach: Mark Morris (6th year in AHL/Manchester, 214-160-26)
Notable Alumni: Mike Cammalleri, Teddy Purcell, Dustin Brown, Matt Moulson
What to watch: Slava Voynov was a Second Team AHL All-Star last season after putting up 51 points and a plus-21 rating in 76 games… Andrei Loktionov posted 31 points and a plus-16 in 34 games during an injury-shortened 2010-11 season… Martin Jones (23-12-1, 2.25, .924) was one of the AHL’s top rookie goaltenders a year ago.
19th season
NHL Affiliate: Phoenix Coyotes (since 2011)
Home Rink: Cumberland County Civic Center
2010-11 Record: 47-24-7-2, 103 pts. (1st in Atlantic Division)
Playoffs: Lost division final to Binghamton, 4-2
Head Coach: Ray Edwards (3rd year in AHL, 70-63-9… 1st year in Portland)
Notable Alumni: Olaf Kolzig, Andrew Brunette, Sergei Gonchar, Bobby Ryan
What to watch: Portland enters its first season as the top affiliate of the Phoenix Coyotes… Marc-Antoine Pouliot joins the Coyotes organization after leading Norfolk in scoring with 25-47-72 last year… Defenseman Chris Summers (1-9-10 for San Antonio last season) was Phoenix’s first-round draft pick in 2006… Rookie forward Andy Miele won the Hobey Baker Award as college hockey’s top player in 2010-11, leading the nation in assists (47) and points (71) at Miami (Ohio) University.
20th season
NHL Affiliate: Boston Bruins (since 1992)
Home Rink: Dunkin’ Donuts Center
2010-11 Record: 38-36-3-3, 82 pts. (5th in Atlantic Division)
Playoffs: DNQ
Head Coach: Bruce Cassidy (2nd year in AHL, 42-27-11… 1st year in Providence)
Notable Alumni: Patrice Bergeron, David Krejci, Tim Thomas, Brad Boyes
What to watch: Jamie Arniel, an AHL All-Star for Providence last season, led the B’s with 23 goals and 50 points in 2010-11… Maxime Sauve is coming off a strong rookie season that saw him post 21-17-38 in 61 games, including a team-best seven game-winning goals… New England native Josh Hennessy (Brockton, Mass.) has scored at least 20 goals in each of his five AHL seasons, including a career-best 30 for Binghamton in 2009-10.
1st season
NHL Affiliate: Winnipeg Jets (since 2011)
Home Rink: Mile One Centre
Head Coach: Keith McCambridge (1st year in AHL/St. John’s)
What to watch: The AHL returns to Newfoundland after a six-year absence as the St. John’s IceCaps hit the ice at Mile One Centre… St. John’s was previously home to the AHL’s Maple Leafs from 1991-2005… Spencer Machacek recorded 21-32-53 and a plus-18 rating in 67 AHL games for Chicago last season… Jason Jaffray is a four-time 20-goal scorer in the AHL who helped Manitoba reach the Calder Cup Finals in 2009.
6th season
NHL Affiliate: San Jose Sharks (since 2006)
Home Rink: DCU Center
2010-11 Record: 36-31-4-9, 85 pts. (4th in Atlantic Division)
Playoffs: DNQ
Head Coach: Roy Sommer (14th year in AHL, 478-477-85… 6th year in Worcester, 200-172-28)
Notable Alumni: Joe Pavelski, Devin Setoguchi, Logan Couture, Jason Demers
What to watch: Benn Ferriero had 33 points in 43 games with Worcester last season, and scored an overtime goal in his Stanley Cup Playoff debut for San Jose (Game 1 vs. Detroit, Apr. 29)… 21-year-old goaltender Harri Sateri had a 2.56 GAA and .918 save percentage in seven appearances with Worcester late last season… Head coach Roy Sommer enters his 14th AHL season needing 22 victories for 500 in his career (fourth all-time).
Northeast Division
16th season (3rd in Adirondack)
NHL Affiliate: Philadelphia Flyers (since 1996)
Home Rink: Glens Falls Civic Center
2010-11 Record: 31-39-4-6, 72 pts. (7th in East Division)
Playoffs: DNQ
Head Coach: Joe Paterson (5th year in AHL, 88-103-18… 2nd year in Adirondack, 25-18-6)
Notable Alumni: Vinny Prospal, Jeff Carter, Mike Richards, Claude Giroux
What to watch: Adirondack lost 25 of its first 29 games last season, then finished 27-16-2-6 the rest of the way… Erik Gustafsson, an AHL All-Rookie selection on defense last year, led all first-year players with 44 assists and finished second on the Phantoms with 49 points… Denis Hamel enters his 12th AHL season with 315 goals (16th all-time) and 605 points (43rd all-time) in 776 games (34th all-time)… Goaltenders Michael Leighton (142) and Jason Bacashihua (122) have combined for 264 career AHL victories.
6th season (2nd in Albany)
NHL Affiliate: New Jersey Devils (since 2006)
Home Rink: Times Union Center
2010-11 Record: 32-42-1-5, 70 pts. (8th in East Division)
Playoffs: DNQ
Head Coach: Rick Kowalsky (2nd year in AHL/Albany, 32-43-5)
Notable Alumni: Nicklas Bergfors, David Clarkson, Rod Pelley
What to watch: Matt Anderson returns to the Devils after leading Albany with 55 points in 76 games last season… Chad Wiseman had 16-28-44 in 48 games for Albany in 2010-11… Steve Zalewski, a native of nearby Utica, N.Y., registered 11-12-23 in 31 games after joining Albany in a midseason trade from the San Jose organization last year.
11th season
NHL Affiliate: New York Islanders (since 2001)
Home Rink: Webster Bank Arena
2010-11 Record: 30-39-4-7, 71 pts. (7th in Atlantic Division)
Playoffs: DNQ
Head Coach: Brent Thompson (1st year in AHL/Bridgeport)
Notable Alumni: Rick DiPietro, Raffi Torres, Blake Comeau, Kyle Okposo
What to watch: Forward Tim Wallace spent most of the past five seasons in Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, finishing second on the Penguins with 20 goals last year… Kevin Poulin was 10-5-0 (2.19, .932) with two shutouts in 15 appearances for Bridgeport in 2010-11, and also made 10 NHL showings with the parent Islanders… Rookie defenseman Calvin de Haan was the Islanders’ first-round pick (12th overall) in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft.
15th season
NHL Affiliate: New York Rangers (since 1997)
Home Rink: XL Center
2010-11 Record: 40-32-2-6, 88 pts. (3rd in Atlantic Division)
Playoffs: Lost division semifinal to Portland, 4-2
Head Coach: Ken Gernander (5th year in AHL/Connecticut, 172-125-23)
Notable Alumni: Marc Savard, Ryan Callahan, Brandon Dubinsky, Dan Girardi
What to watch: Kris Newbury led the Whale in assists (44) and points (61) and also racked up 139 minutes in penalties last season… Pavel Valentenko notched a plus-21 rating in 79 games, tops on the Connecticut blue line in 2010-11… Rookie forward Ryan Bourque is the son of Hall of Famer Ray Bourque and the brother of former Calder Cup Playoffs MVP Chris Bourque.
18th season
NHL Affiliate: Columbus Blue Jackets (since 2010)
Home Rink: MassMutual Center
2010-11 Record: 35-40-2-3, 75 pts. (6th in Atlantic Division)
Playoffs: DNQ
Head Coach: Rob Riley (2nd year in AHL/Springfield, 35-42-3)
Notable Alumni: Daniel Briere, Olli Jokinen, Shane Doan, Matt Calvert
What to watch: Parent-club Columbus signed five former AHL All-Stars as free agents in the offseason, including 2009 AHL MVP Alexandre Giroux, who enters the season ranked 10th all-time with 340 career AHL goals… Nicholas Drazenovic put up 23-23-46 in 75 games with Peoria last season… Tomas Kubalik was the Falcons’ top scorer in 2010-11, notching 24 goals and 53 points in 76 games as a rookie.
East Division
10th season
NHL Affiliate: Ottawa Senators (since 2002)
Home Rink: Broome County Veterans Memorial Arena
2010-11 Record: 42-30-3-5, 92 pts. (5th in East Division)
Playoffs: Won Calder Cup; defeated Houston in Finals, 4-2
Head Coach: Kurt Kleinendorst (5th year in AHL, 140-157-23… 2nd year in Binghamton, 42-33-5)
Notable Alumni: Jason Spezza, Antoine Vermette, Brian Pothier, Ryan Shannon
What to watch: The defending Calder Cup champions welcome back playoff MVP Robin Lehner, who was 10-8-2 (2.70, .912) last regular season before going 14-4 (2.10, .939) during the Senators’ playoff run… Corey Locke was the league’s regular-season MVP and scoring champ in 2010-11, recording 21-65-86 in 69 games… Kaspars Daugavins notched 19-35-54 in the regular season and 10-10-20 in the playoffs for Binghamton last year.
74th season
NHL Affiliate: Washington Capitals (1977-84; since 2005)
Home Rink: Giant Center
2010-11 Record: 46-26-3-5, 100 pts. (2nd in East Division)
Playoffs: Lost division semifinal to Charlotte, 4-2
Head Coach: Mark French (3rd year in AHL/Hershey, 106-46-8)
Notable Alumni: Mike Green, John Carlson, Eric Fehr, Michal Neuvirth
What to watch: Perennial all-star Keith Aucoin is averaging 1.12 points per game over his 10 AHL seasons, entering 2011-12 with 707 points in 630 contests… Braden Holtby was 17-10-2 (2.29, .920) last season for Hershey and 10-2-2 (1.79, .934) in the NHL with Washington… Jacob Micflikier had a career year for Charlotte in 2010-11, tallying 29-32-61 and a plus-15 rating in 78 games.
12th season
NHL Affiliate: Tampa Bay Lightning (since 2007)
Home Rink: Norfolk Scope Arena
2010-11 Record: 39-26-9-6, 93 pts. (4th in East Division)
Playoffs: Lost division semifinal to W-B/Scranton, 4-2
Head Coach: Jon Cooper (2nd year in AHL/Norfolk, 39-35-6)
Notable Alumni: Rene Bourque, Dustin Byfuglien, Dave Bolland, Zenon Konopka
What to watch: Defenseman Mark Barberio had a solid rookie season for Norfolk last year, putting up 9-22-31 in 68 games… Sixth-year pro Mike Angelidis set career highs in goals (20), assists (18), points (38), plus/minus (+18) and penalty minutes (169) with the Admirals in 2010-11… Rookie forward Carter Ashton, who joined Norfolk at the end of the 2009-10 and 2010-11 seasons, was a first-round draft pick by Tampa Bay in 2009.
18th season
NHL Affiliate: Anaheim Ducks (since 2010)
Home Rink: Onondaga County War Memorial at Oncenter
2010-11 Record: 35-38-3-4, 77 pts. (6th in East Division)
Playoffs: DNQ
Head Coach: Mark Holick (2nd year in AHL/Syracuse, 35-41-4)
Notable Alumni: Adrian Aucoin, Scott Walker, Derick Brassard, Derek MacKenzie
What to watch: Kyle Palmieri tied for the AHL rookie lead with 29 goals last season and finished the year with 15-5-20 in his last 14 games… Dan Sexton has played 88 games in the NHL with Anaheim over the last two seasons, and has 29 points in 30 contests during his AHL stints… Nick Bonino contributed 12-33-45 in 50 games with the Crunch as a rookie last season.
13th season
NHL Affiliate: Pittsburgh Penguins (since 1999)
Home Rink: Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza
2010-11 Record: 58-21-0-1, 117 pts. (1st in East Division)
Playoffs: Lost division final to Charlotte, 4-2
Head Coach: John Hynes (2nd year in AHL/Wilkes-Barre, 58-21-1)
Notable Alumni: Marc-Andre Fleury, Ryan Whitney, Alex Goligoski, Kris Letang
What to watch: Wilkes-Barre dominated the AHL during the 2010-11 regular season with their 58 wins being the second-highest total in AHL history, but fell to Charlotte in the second round of the playoffs… Brad Thiessen, last year’s outstanding goaltender in the AHL (35-8-1, 1.94, .922), is back for the Penguins… Colin McDonald led the AHL with 42 goals for Oklahoma City last season… Despite playing just 42 games, Eric Tangradi was fifth on the Pens with 18 goals last year.
North Division
11th AHL season
NHL Affiliate: Detroit Red Wings (since 2002)
Home Rink: Van Andel Arena
2010-11 Record: 36-34-2-8, 82 pts. (6th in North Division)
Playoffs: DNQ
Head Coach: Curt Fraser (4th year in AHL/Grand Rapids, 113-109-18)
Notable Alumni: Niklas Kronwall, Jiri Hudler, Valtteri Filppula, Jimmy Howard
What to watch: Francis Pare (24-30-54) was the only Griffins skater to appear in all 80 games last season… Tomas Tatar had 24-33-57 for Grand Rapids last season, including a seven-point game vs. Chicago on Nov. 27… Gustav Nyquist turns pro after three standout seasons at the University of Maine, where he was a Hockey East First Team All-Star in 2009-10 and 2010-11.
16th season
NHL Affiliate: Montreal Canadiens (since 2002)
Home Rink: Copps Coliseum
2010-11 Record: 44-27-2-7, 97 pts. (1st in North Division)
Playoffs: Lost conference final to Houston, 4-3
Head Coach: Clement Jodoin (3rd year in AHL, 58-73-29… 1st year in Hamilton)
Notable Alumni: Tomas Plekanec, Carey Price, Michael Ryder, Jaroslav Halak
What to watch: Aaron Palushaj helped Hamilton to within one win of reaching the Calder Cup Finals last year, notching 22-35-57 in 68 regular-season games and adding 7-12-19 in 19 postseason outings… Defenseman Mark Mitera, a first-round draft pick by Anaheim in 2006, was acquired by Montreal in an offseason trade… Brendon Nash recorded 5-25-30 and a plus-22 rating as a rookie defenseman for Hamilton in 2010-11.
5th season
NHL Affiliate: Colorado Avalanche (since 2007)
Home Rink: Quicken Loans Arena
2010-11 Record: 44-28-3-5, 96 pts. (2nd in North Division)
Playoffs: Lost division semifinal to Manitoba, 4-3
Head Coach: David Quinn (3rd year in AHL/Lake Erie, 78-69-13)
Notable Alumni: Chris Stewart, T.J. Galiardi, Kyle Cumiskey, David Jones
What to watch: David van der Gulik registered 15-21-36 and a plus-25 rating in 48 games with Lake Erie last season, helping the Monsters capture their first-ever playoff berth… Cedrick Desjardins was 15-6-1 in 24 appearances for Norfolk last season, a year after earning Second Team AHL All-Star honors with Hamilton in 2009-10… Six of Mike Carman‘s nine goals as a rookie last year came shorthanded.
56th season
NHL Affiliate: Buffalo Sabres (1979-2008; since 2011)
Home Rink: Blue Cross Arena
2010-11 Record: 31-39-5-5, 72 pts. (7th in North Division)
Playoffs: DNQ
Head Coach: Ron Rolston (1st year in AHL/Rochester)
Notable Alumni: Ryan Miller, Derek Roy, Jason Pominville, Thomas Vanek
What to watch: Rochester opens its 56th AHL season reunited with the Buffalo Sabres, who produced three AHL rookies of the year and three Calder Cup Playoff teams while affiliated with Portland from 2008-11… Rochester native Derek Whitmore recorded 27-20-47 in 80 AHL games last season… Defenseman Drew Schiestel had registered 23 points and a plus-15 rating in 45 games before his season was cut short by injury… Rookie Marcus Foligno is the son of former Sabres star Mike Foligno.
7th season
NHL Affiliate: Toronto Maple Leafs (since 2005)
Home Rink: Ricoh Coliseum
2010-11 Record: 37-32-1-10, 85 pts. (5th in North Division)
Playoffs: DNQ
Head Coach: Dallas Eakins (3rd year in AHL/Toronto, 70-74-16)
Notable Alumni: James Reimer, Tyler Bozak, Jiri Tlusty, Viktor Stalberg
What to watch: Joe Colborne, a first-round draft pick by Boston in 2008, notched 8-8-16 in 20 games with the Marlies after being acquired in a mid-season trade with the Bruins organization… Defenseman Keith Aulie played 40 games in the NHL with the parent Maple Leafs last season… Ben Scrivens was solid in his rookie season last year, posting a 2.33 GAA and a .924 save percentage in 33 appearances (13-12-5) for the Marlies.
Midwest Division
2nd season
NHL Affiliate: Carolina Hurricanes (since 2010)
Home Rink: Time Warner Cable Arena
2010-11 Record: 44-27-2-7, 97 pts. (3rd in East Division)
Playoffs: Lost conference final to Binghamton, 4-0
Head Coach: Jeff Daniels (4th year in AHL, 120-104-16… 2nd year in Charlotte, 44-29-7)
What to watch: Last year’s Eastern Conference runners-up make the move to the Western Conference for their second season in the AHL… Zach Boychuk led the Checkers in assists (43) and points (65) last season, while Chris Terry paced the club with 34 goals… Jerome Samson registered 26-28-54 in 53 games with Charlotte in 2010-11 before finishing the year with the parent Hurricanes… In goal, Justin Peters spent the entire 2010-11 season in the NHL, while Mike Murphy backstopped the Checkers to playoff upsets of Hershey and Wilkes-Barre/Scranton last spring.
11th AHL season
NHL Affiliate: Vancouver Canucks (since 2011)
Home Rink: Allstate Arena
2010-11 Record: 39-30-5-6, 89 pts. (6th in West Division)
Playoffs: DNQ
Head Coach: Craig MacTavish (1st year in AHL/Chicago)
Notable Alumni: Kari Lehtonen, Bryan Little, Ondrej Pavelec, Anthony Stewart
What to watch: Chicago opens the 2011-12 season with a new look thanks to a new affiliation with the Vancouver Canucks… Eddie Lack (28-21-4, 2.26, .926) was named to the AHL All-Rookie Team last season, while Matt Climie (26-22-3, 2.64, .913 in San Antonio last year) helped Texas to the Calder Cup Finals two springs ago… Mark Mancari (32-32-64, +19) and returnee Darren Haydar (27-47-74) were the AHL’s First and Second Team AHL All-Stars at right wing for 2010-11.
11th AHL season
NHL Affiliate: Nashville Predators (since 1998)
Home Rink: Bradley Center
2010-11 Record: 44-22-6-8, 102 pts. (1st in West Division)
Playoffs: Lost division final to Houston, 4-3
Head Coach: Kirk Muller (1st year in AHL/Milwaukee)
Notable Alumni: Pekka Rinne, Shea Weber, Ryan Suter, Rich Peverley
What to watch: Ryan Ellis was named the top defenseman in the Canadian Hockey League last season and captained Canada to a silver medal at the 2011 World Junior Championships… Kyle Wilson split last season between Springfield and Columbus after a four-year stay in Hershey that included two Calder Cup titles… Chris Mueller led Milwaukee in goals (24) and points (50) last season.
7th season
NHL Affiliate: St. Louis Blues (since 2005)
Home Rink: Carver Arena
2010-11 Record: 42-30-3-5, 92 pts. (3rd in West Division)
Playoffs: Lost division semifinal to Houston, 4-0
Head Coach: Jared Bednar (2nd year in AHL/Peoria, 42-33-5)
Notable Alumni: David Backes, D.J. King, Jay McClement, Roman Polak
What to watch: T.J. Hensick (21-48-69) led Peoria in team scoring last season, while newcomers Brett Sterling (27-26-53) and Jonathan Cheechoo (18-29-47) did the same with Wilkes-Barre/Scranton and Worcester, respectively… Defenseman Ian Cole, who split last season between Peoria and St. Louis, was a first-round draft pick by the Blues in 2007… Jake Allen and Ben Bishop — the only two goalies to see game action for the Rivermen last season — are both back in the fold.
5th season
NHL Affiliate: Chicago Blackhawks (since 2007)
Home Rink: BMO Harris Bank Center
2010-11 Record: 38-33-4-5, 85 pts. (8th in West Division)
Playoffs: DNQ
Head Coach: Ted Dent (1st year in AHL/Rockford)
Notable Alumni: Corey Crawford, Troy Brouwer, Cam Barker, Kris Versteeg
What to watch: Brian Connelly finished second on the IceHogs and sixth among all AHL defensemen in scoring with 11-41-52 in 80 games last season… Rob Klinkhammer notched 17-29-46 for Rockford last year, setting career highs in all three categories… Goaltender Alexander Salak, an AHL All-Star as a rookie in 2009-10, helped lead Farjestads BK to the Swedish league championship last year.
West Division
3rd season
NHL Affiliate: Calgary Flames (since 2009)
Home Rink: Abbotsford Entertainment & Sports Centre
2010-11 Record: 38-32-4-6, 86 pts. (4th in North Division)
Playoffs: DNQ
Head Coach: Troy G. Ward (1st year in AHL/Abbotsford)
Notable Alumni: Mikael Backlund
What to watch: Leland Irving was one of the busiest goalies in the AHL last season, ranking first in minutes played and fifth in shots faced en route to finishing second in wins (30) and first in shutouts (8)… Carter Bancks was limited by injury to 29 games last season but recorded 5-14-19 for the Heat… Ben Walter (23-47-70) placed ninth in the AHL in scoring and fifth in plus/minus (+26) last season for Lake Erie.
11th AHL season
NHL Affiliate: Minnesota Wild (since 2001)
Home Rink: Toyota Center
2010-11 Record: 46-28-1-5, 98 pts. (2nd in West Division)
Playoffs: Lost final to Binghamton, 4-2
Head Coach: John Torchetti (2nd year in AHL, 30-25-10… 1st year in Houston)
Notable Alumni: Mikko Koivu, Pierre-Marc Bouchard, Josh Harding, Cal Clutterbuck
What to watch: Jon DiSalvatore has scored at least 20 goals in each of his first eight AHL seasons, including a career-best 28 for the Aeros last year… Matt Hackett tied an AHL record for appearances by a goalie in a single postseason when he started all 24 of Houston’s games last spring… Two-time AHL All-Star forward Jeff Taffe tallied a team-leading 30-37-67 for Rockford in 2010-11.
2nd season
NHL Affiliate: Edmonton Oilers (since 2010)
Home Rink: Cox Convention Center
2010-11 Record: 40-29-2-9, 91 pts. (5th in West Division)
Playoffs: Lost division semifinal to Hamilton, 4-2
Head Coach: Todd Nelson (2nd year in AHL/Oklahoma City, 40-31-9)
What to watch: Teemu Hartikainen is coming off an impressive rookie season that saw him notch 17-25-42 in 66 games for the Barons… The sixth overall pick in the 2005 NHL draft, Gilbert Brule has 263 games of NHL experience with Edmonton and Columbus… Entering the season with 1,024 games played, Bryan Helmer is 47 games away from cracking the AHL’s top three all-time.
10th season
NHL Affiliate: Florida Panthers (2002-05; since 2011)
Home Rink: AT&T Center
2010-11 Record: 40-33-4-3, 87 pts. (7th in West Division)
Playoffs: DNQ
Head Coach: Chuck Weber (2nd year in AHL, 31-44-5… 1st year in San Antonio)
Notable Alumni: Jay Bouwmeester, Stephen Weiss, Nathan Horton, Keith Yandle
What to watch: San Antonio begins a second stint as the top affiliate of the Florida Panthers, who previously partnered with the Rampage from 2002-05… The AHL’s top-scoring rookie in 2008-09, Tim Kennedy combined for 12-37-49 in 67 games for Connecticut and Rochester last season… Defenseman Mike Kostka was Rochester’s leading scorer in 2010-11 with 54 points, tying for the AHL lead among blueliners with 16 goals… Greg Rallo paced Texas in scoring last year, racking up 26-28-54 and a team-high seven game-winning goals.
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Notre Dame, Ind. –
Complete Release in PDF Format
THE WARRIOR COLLEGE HOCKEY ICE BREAKER TOURNAMENT
- Date/Site/Time: Fri., Oct. 8, 2010 - 5:30/8:30 p.m. (CT) - Scottrade Center (19,150) - St. Louis, Mo. Sun., Oct. 10, 2010 - Noon/3:00 p.m. (CT) - Scottrade Center (19,150) - St. Louis, Mo.
- The Teams: Notre Dame (13-17-8); Holy Cross (12-19-6); Boston University (18-17-3); Wisconsin (28-11-4).
- The Games: Friday - 5:30 p.m. (CT) - #17 Notre Dame vs. Holy Cross 8:30 p.m. (CT) - #14 Boston University vs. #13 Wisconsin Sunday - Noon. (CT) - Third-Place Game 3:00 p.m. (CT) - Championship Game
- Broadcast Information: Radio: Notre Dame hockey can be heard live on Cat Country 99.9 FM in South Bend. Darin Pritchett, the voice of the Irish will call the action.
- Internet Broadcast: Audio: Both Notre Dame games will have live audio streaming at the Notre Dame website - www.und.com. Video: All four games of the tournament are available for video streaming at www.HockeyPrimetime.com. The cost is $9.95 for all four games.
A NEW SEASON IS UPON US: The Notre Dame Fighting Irish open the 2010-11 season on Friday, Oct. 8 at the Warrior College Hockey Ice Breaker Tournament in St. Louis, Mo. This is the 43rd season of the modern era of Notre Dame hockey and the Irish bring an all-time mark of 664-734-118 as a Division I program into the tournament. Notre Dame will face the Holy Cross Crusaders in the 5:30 p.m. (CT) game at the Scottrade Center, home of the NHLs St. Louis Blues. At 8:30 p.m. (CT), Boston University will face off against Wisconsin in the second game of the tourney. After an off day on Saturday (St. Louis faces Philadelphia in its home opener on Saturday night), the teams return to action on Sunday, October 10. The third-place game will be played at noon (CT) with the championship game set for 3:00 p.m. (CT).
IRISH TOURNEY INFORMATION: The Warrior College Hockey Ice Breaker Tournament is the 33rd in-season tournament that the Irish have participated in during the 43-year history of the program. In the previous 32 tournaments, Notre Dame owns a 26-34-4 all-time record. The Irish have finished first (eight times), second (six times), third (seven times) and fourth (11 times) in those tournaments. The Ice Breaker Tournament is the first in-season tourney for the Irish since last year’s Shillelagh Tournament, held Jan. 1-2, 2010, at the Sears Centre in Hoffman Estates, Ill. Notre Dame won that tournament with a 5-2 win over Colgate and then a 3-3 tie in the title game with North Dakota. The Irish got the win after winning the shootout, 2-1, in five rounds.
ICE BREAKER HISTORY: This is Notre Dame’s second appearance in the Ice Breaker Tournament as the Irish last appeared at the start of the 1999-2000 campaign. That tournament was held at the University of Denver where Notre Dame finished third overall. The Irish lost their opening game, 2-1, to Providence and the defeated Union College, 4-0, to take third place.
FOR OPENERS: Notre Dame enters its season opener with Holy Cross with an all-time record of 20-20-2 in season openers. The Irish are 16-22-4 all-time in season openers played away from home.
ST. LOUIS ALUMS: Five former Notre Dame players are products of the St. Louis area: The group includes Greg Rosenthal `79 (St. Louis), Kevin Markovitz `90 (St. Louis), Connor Dunlop `03 (St. Louis), Neil Komadoski `04 (Chesterfield) and Yan Stastny (St. Louis). Dunlop, Komadoski and Stastny all have fathers who played for the Blues.
ST. LOUIS BLUES’ NOTES: Five former Notre Dame players were drafted by the St. Louis Blues. The lone Irish player to be named All-America twice – defenseman Jack Brownschidle `77 – was a sixth round pick, 99th overall by the Blues in 1975. Former Irish volunteer assistant coach and forward Mike McNeill `88, was selected by the Blues in 1988 in the supplemental draft. Goaltender Wade Salzman `96 was an 11th round pick in 1993 and forward Steve Noble ’98 was selected in 1994 in the 8th round. Rounding out the list of draftees is defenseman Ian Cole, who was chosen in the first round, 18th overall by the Blues in 2007. Brownschidle played parts of seven seasons in St. Louis between 1977-84. Cole signed with the Blues following last year and is currently with their Peoria (AHL) farm team. Two other former Irish players – Yan Stastny and Neil Komadoski “04 were members of the St. Louis organization after starting with other NHL teams. Stastny played 50 games for the Blues over three seasons.
PRESEASON EXHIBITION: Notre Dame opened the season with an exhibition game versus the University of Guelph on Oct. 3. The Irish won that game, 5-3. Four freshmen – David Gerths (Ankeny, Iowa), Mike Voran (Livonia, Mich.), Jeff Costello (Milwaukee, Wis.) and Anders Lee (Edina, Minn.) – joined senior Calle Ridderwall (Stockholm, Sweden) in finding the back of the net in the win. Fellow freshman center T.J. Tynan (Orland Park, Ill.) added three assists in the victory. Sophomore goaltender Mike Johnson (Verona, Wis.) picked up the win by making 29 saves on the night as Notre Dame out shot Guelph by a 37-32 margin. Costello picked up the game-winning goal as his wrist shot at 7:20 of the third period broke a 3-3 tie. Lee added an insurance goal on a breakaway at 18:46 for the final score of 5-3.
NEXT FOR THE IRISH: Notre Dame opens the 2010-11 home schedule and the final full season of the 43-year old Joyce Center rink next weekend. The Irish play host to Lake Superior State in a Thursday-Friday, Oct. 14-15 series. Game time both nights is set for 7:35 p.m. The series is being played on Thursday and Friday due to Notre Dame hosting Western Michigan in football on Sat., Oct. 16.
IRISH GOALTENDERS: Sophomore goaltender Mike Johnson is the elder statesmen of the Notre Dame goaltending corps, having played in 29 games last season. Johnson made 28 starts and was 10-13-5 overall with a 2.60 goals-against average and a .910 save percentage. He recorded a pair of shutouts and was selected to the CCHA all-rookie team for 2009-10. Behind Johnson are a pair of freshmen – Steven Summerhays (Anchorage, Alaska) and Joe Rogers (Marysville, Mich.). Summerhays joined the Irish after playing the last two seasons with the USHL’s Green Bay Gamblers. In `09-’10, Summerhays was a first team all-USHL selection and the USHL goaltender of the year after going 31-2-3 with a 2.17 goals-against average and a .914 save percentage. Rogers joins the Notre Dame roster after playing last season in the North American Hockey League (NAHL) with the Albert Lea Thunder. Rogers was 13-19-2 with a 3.97 goals-against average and a .891 save percentage
A QUICK LOOK BACK: During the 2009-10 season, Notre Dame was 13-17-8 overall and was 9-12-7-2 in the CCHA, good for ninth place in the regular-season standings. The Irish were eliminated in the first round of the CCHA playoffs by Ohio State, two games to none. Holy Cross is coming off an `09-’10 season that saw the Crusaders go 12-19-6 overall and 10-13-5 in Atlantic Hockey. Holy Cross lost in the quarterfinals of the Atlantic Hockey playoffs, two games to none at Sacred Heart. Boston University was 18-17-3 overall and 13-12-3 in Hockey East, good for a third-place tie. In the playoffs, the Terriers defeated Merrimack, two games to one, in the quarterfinals before falling to Maine in the semifinal game of the Hockey East Tournament. Wisconsin was 28-11-4 overall and 17-8-3 in the WCHA, finishing second in the regular season. In the post season, the Badgers finished third in the WCHA Tournament and advanced to the NCAA title game where they fell to Boston College, 5-0.
THE RANKINGS: Notre Dame comes into the Warrior Ice Breaker ranked 17th in the USCHO.com preseason rankings and is receiving votes in the USA Today/American Hockey Magazine preseason poll. Holy Cross is not ranked in either poll. The Boston University Terriers open the season ranked 14th in both preseason polls while Wisconsin checks in at 13th in both sets of preseason rankings.
MILESTONES: Notre Dame head coach Jeff Jackson enters the weekend with a 298-117-47 record in 11 seasons as a Division I coach between Lake Superior State and Notre Dame. His .696 winning percentage is tops among active coaches and his 298 wins rank 13th. He now needs two wins to reach the 300-win mark in his career. In CCHA games, Jackson needs just three wins to reach 200 league victories as he is 197-80-44 in conference play.
CAN’T TELL THE PLAYERS WITHOUT A SCORECARD: The Notre Dame hockey team that takes the ice this weekend will be much different than last season’s 13-17-8 team as 13 players from that team are gone and 12 freshmen will take their place. Seven players – seniors Brett Blatchford, Kevin Deeth, Dan Kissel, Kyle Lawson, Christiaan Minella, Tom O’Brien and Ryan Thang – have graduated. Three players – defensemen Ian Cole and Teddy Ruth along with forward Kyle Palmieri – signed with the NHL teams that drafted them. Cole (St. Louis) and Ruth (Columbus) left after their junior seasons while Palmieri (Anaheim) left after his freshman year. Three are no longer with the team. Junior goaltender Brad Phillips is currently with the Rio Grande Killer Bees of the Central Hockey League. Sophomore left wing Kyle Murphy returned to junior hockey for more playing time and is with the Vernon Vipers of the British Columbia Hockey League (BCHL). The third player, defenseman Eric Ringel has retired from hockey after a concussion and the concussion symptoms that occurred last season. He was not cleared to play by doctors and will serve as an undergraduate student assistant coach. The 12 freshmen include two goaltenders, four defensemen and six forwards.
BEST OFâ⒬ˆTHEâ⒬ˆBEST: Over the past four seasons, the Notre Dame hockey program ranks among the top five programs in the country. Since the start of the 2006-07 season, the Irish have won 103 games and have a .671 winning percentage. The Irish are third in that time period in wins, trailing Michigan (114) and Miamiâ⒬ˆ(109). Notre Dame’s .675 winning percentage is also third behind Miami (.695) and Michigan (.688). Here are the top five teams by wins and winning percentage since 2006-07.
WINS WINNINGââ'¬Ë†.PCTMichigan 114 Miami (.695)Miami 109 Michigan (.688)Notre Dame 103 Notre Dame (.671)Boston College 101 Boston College (.664)North Dakota 101 RIT (.643)
EXTRA HOCKEY: During the `09-’10 season, the Irish were involved in nine overtime contests, finishing 1-0-8 in those games. The eight ties equaled a Notre Dame record set during the 1999-2000 season. All eight ties in `09-’10 went to a shootout where the Irish were 3-5 in those games. The lone overtime win came on Nov. 27, 2009 versus Bowling Green (2-1) and was the first for the Irish since Feb. 20, 2009 at Nebraska-Omaha, a 4-3 win. Notre Dame is now 3-0-11 in overtime since its last overtime loss, a 2-1 decision to Miami on March 21, 2008, in the CCHA semifinal game.
CAPTAINS: Four members of the Irish senior class will serve as captains for the 2010-11 season. Defenseman Joe Lavin (Shrewsbury, Mass.) will wear the “C” for Jeff Jackson’s squad this year. His three assistant captains will be Calle Ridderwall (Stockholm, Sweden), Ben Ryan (Brighton, Mich.) and Ryan Guentzel (Woodbury, Minn.). For all four players, this is their first time as captains at Notreâ⒬ˆDame.
FAMILY GUYS: Three members of the Notre Dame hockey team – sophomore forwards Kevin Nugent (New Canaan, Conn.) and Riley Sheahan (St. Catharine’s, Ont.) and freshman goaltender Joe Rogers (Marysville, Mich.) – have family ties to the Irish hockey program. Nugent’s father, Kevin Nugent, Sr. `78 was a member of the Notre Dame hockey team from 1974-78. During his career he played in 131 games, scoring 54 goals with 75 assists for 129 career points. His son becomes the second Irish player to follow his father to Notre Dame. He joins Rory Walsh `06 who followed his father, Brian Walsh `77 who was a teammate of Nugent, Sr. Sheahan is a second cousin of former Irish defenseman Brock Sheahan `08 who played for the Irish from 2004-08. Rogers is a cousin of former Notre Dame defenseman Tony Bonadio `83 is a Port Huron, Mich., native. Bonadio played in 79 games between 1980-83, scoring one goal with nine assists for 10 points.
THEâ⒬ˆSWEDISHâ⒬ˆSNIPER: Senior left wing Calle Ridderwall has been Notre Dame’s top goal scorer over the last two seasons, scoring 17 and 19 goals respectively for a total of 36. Of his 36 goals, 22 have come on the power play. In `09-’10, Ridderwall’s 19 goals tied him for fourth in the CCHA and his 11 power-play tallies led the conference. In `08-’09, the Stockholm, Sweden native’s 17 goals tied him for fifth in the league and his 11 power-play goals tied him for second. His 22 career power-play goals tie him for 10th on Notre Dame’s all-time power play list.
FULLâ⒬ˆHOUSE: Notre Dame hockey games were a tough ticket during the 2009-10 season as the Irish had 14 sellouts in 18 home dates and averaged 2,765 fans per game. Since Dec. 13, 2008, the Irish have recorded sellouts in 23 of their last 27 home games. A sellout at the Joyce Center is 2,713 with 2,857 capacity with standing room. Twice during the season, Jan. 15 vs. Michigan State and Jan. 29 against Nebraska-Omaha, 3,007 fans jammed into the Joyce Center. Prior to that number, the largest crowd to see an Irish hockey game was 3,310 on March of 1995 when Notre Dame play Illinois-Chicago. The following season, new seating was installed and capacity was reconfigured.
HOMETOWNS: The 2010-11 Notre Dame hockey team features players from 11 states, two Canadian provinces and Sweden. Over the past 15 seasons, the Irish have had monogram winners from 26 different states and provinces – those listed below, plus: Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Washington, Alberta, Prince Edward Island, Quebec and Saskatchewan. Junior Calle Ridderwall (Stockholm) is the first Notre Dame hockey player from Sweden.
2009-10 NOTRE DAME HOCKEY – BY STATE, COUNTRY OR PROVINCE:
Michigan (4): Ben Ryan, Joe Rogers, Bryan Rust, Mike Voran
Illinois (4): Billy Maday, Sam Calabrese, Kevin Lind, T.J. Tynan
Minnesota (4): Ryan Guentzel, Brian Brooke, Nick Larson, Anders Lee
Wisconsin (3): Nick Condon, Mike Johnson, Jeff Costello
Ontario (2): Richard Ryan, Riley Sheahan
Pennsylvania (2): Patrick Gaul, Stephen Johns
Alaska (1): Steven Summerhays
British Columbia (1): Shayne Taker
Colorado (1): Sean Lorenz
Connecticut (1): Kevin Nugent
Indiana (1): Jared Beers
Iowa (1): David Gerths
Massachusetts (1): Joe Lavin
Sweden (1): Calle Ridderwall
PLAYING GAMES: Graduated center Kevin Deeth `10 finished his Notre Dame career as the program’s all-time leader in games played with 164 career games. That moved him ahead of Mark Van Guilder `08, who played in 163 consecutive games in his career. Two of Deeth’s classmates also finished their careers in the top 10 for games played. Kyle Lawson `10 tied for third all-time with Brock Sheahan `08, as both players played in 161 career games. Ryan Thang `10 tied for fifth with Erik Condra `09 as both played in 159 career games.
NHL DRAFTEES: The Irish have 10 players on the 2010-11 roster who have been selected in the National Hockey League’s Entry Draft. Leading the way is sophomore Riley Sheahan (St. Catharine’s, Ont.) who became Notre Dame’s third-ever, first-round pick last June when he was chosen 21st overall by the Detroit Red Wings. He joins former defenseman Ian Cole (2007 – St. Louis) who was selected 18th overall and former right wing Kyle Palmieri (2009 – Anaheim), the 26th pick overall. Sheahan was followed by freshman defenseman Stephen Johns (Wampum, Pa.), who went in the second round, 60th overall to the Chicago Black Hawks. One round later in the third round, with the 80th overall pick, freshman forward Bryan Rust (Novi, Mich.) was chosen by the Pittsburgh Penguins. Notre Dame’s final player selected in 2010 was defenseman Kevin Lind (Homer Glen, Ill.), who was picked in the sixth round, 177th overall by the Anaheim Ducks. Two other Irish freshman were selected in the 2009 draft. Left wing Jeff Costello (Milwaukee, Wis.) was chosen by the Ottawa Senators in the fifth round, 146th overall and six picks later, center Anders Lee (Edina, Minn.) was a New York Islanders’ choice in the sixth round, 152nd overall. The new group of draftees join sophomore left wing Nick Larson (Apple Valley, Minn.), a 2008 selection of the Calgary Flames in the fourth round, 108th overall; junior defenseman Sean Lorenz (Littleton, Colo.), a member of the 2008 draft class, by the Minnesota Wild in the fourth round, 115th overall and seniors Ben Ryan (Brighton, Mich.) and Joe Lavin (Shrewsbury, Mass.). Ryan was picked in the 2007 entry draft by Nashville in the fourth round with the 114th pick and Lavin was a Chicago Black Hawks choice in the fifth round, 126th overall
NEW HOME FOR THE IRISH: Construction on Notre Dame’s new, on-campus ice facility – The Compton Family Center – began in March of 2010 and is on pace to be finished for the Notre Dame hockey team to begin play there during the 2011-12 campaign.
On Sept. 11, 2010, a project blessing ceremony for the $50-million facility was held with many of the key benefactors in attendance. At the ceremony, Notre Dame director of athletics, Jack Swarbrick, announced that the building would be named the Compton Family Center in honor of the generous donation from Kevin and Gayla Compton and their family. The Comptons are part of the ownership group of the National Hockey League’s San Jose Sharks.
Rev. John I. Jenkins, C.S.C., Notre Dame’s President began the ceremony with a blessing of the site and offering of a prayer for the safety of those working on the project.
Irish head coach Jeff Jackson followed by talking about the original plans and how those plans changed to become the Compton Family Center.
“When I first came here, we were talking about a renovation in the Joyce Center,” said Jackson, now in his sixth season behind the Notre Dame bench.
“With Jack’s (Swarbrick) foresight and Tom [Nevala] and everyone involved in pushing for this to happen, waiting an additional year to have a new facility is something that is going to have a tremendous impact on the future of our program, and we’re very proud of that.”
Jackson also thanked the benefactors in attendance for their generosity towards the project.
Notre Dame’s head coach was followed by Irish junior Billy Maday (Burr Ridge, Ill.) who spoke for his teammates to the benefactors in attendance.
Swarbrick spoke last at the ceremony, and touched upon how important the Compton Family Center will be for the Michiana community.
“There’s a limit to how much the community can use our dormitories and our classrooms and our laboratories, but the athletic facilities can be a special point of contact,” Swarbrick said.
“I hope we win national championships with teams that train here and I hope we build new programs for our athletes and our students. But the ultimate success of this facility will be if we inspire a young boy or a young girl from the community to shoot higher, if we challenge them to be better people because they spend time on our campus. Then we’ve realized the potential of athletics at Notre Dame.”
The original announcement for the new building was made on Feb. 12, 2009 by Notre Dame executive vice-president John Affleck-Graves and Swarbrick after the University’s Board of Trustees approved the plan.
The Compton Family Center will house both the Charles “Lefty” Smith rink, within the new 5,000-person capacity, home of the Irish hockey team and a second sheet of ice (Olympic-sized) with limited seating availability. The majority of the general public arena seating will be of the chair-back variety.
The Compton Family Center also will include offices for the Notre Dame coaching staff, a state-of-the art locker room suite that includes both wet and dry locker rooms, meeting rooms, a sports medicine area that includes hot and cold hydrotherapy, cardio and weight rooms, a players’ lounge, equipment areas, video operations and a multi-purpose room that will be the location for weekly team Mass and serve as a study lounge and dining area.
The arena also will feature a balcony level with a 200-seat, Irish pub-themed club, multiple concession areas on both levels, spacious restrooms and a merchandise shop.
The Compton Family Center also will serve the Notre Dame and South Bend community as a place for the Irish Youth Hockey League (IYHL) and local figure skating groups to flourish. On campus it will become the home of club and interhall hockey, the figure skating club and intramural broomball, curling and physical education classes.
Multiple locker rooms also will be available for campus and community use of the facility.
Design and construction of the Compton Family Center are under the auspices of the Southfield, Mich., office of Barton Malow, a national design and construction services firm and their project partner Rossetti Architects, also of Southfield, Mich.
LEFTY’S RINK: When Notre Dame’s new ice hockey arena is built the new ice hockey rink will be named the Charles W. “Lefty” Smith, Jr., Rink, in honor of the first coach in the program’s history, Charles “Lefty” Smith. The announcement was made in April of 2008 at the team’s annual awards banquet.
The plans for naming the new ice surface in honor of Smith were made possible by the generosity of the John and Mary Jo Boler family of Inverness, Ill., and Sanibel Island, Fla., their daughter Jill Boler McCormack `84 and her husband, Dan; and their son Matthew Boler `88 and his wife, Christine. They were joined by the family of Frank `57 and Mary Beth O’Brien of Albany, N.Y., who have six children who all graduated from Notre Dame. Their late son, Frankie, played both lacrosse and hockey for the Irish from 1984-88.
Smith came to Notre Dame in 1968 to start the varsity hockey program and coached the Irish for 19 years, retiring in 1987 with 307 career victories. Under his tutelage, Notre Dame produced six All-Americans but most importantly, all 126 student-athletes who played for him completed their collegiate eligibility and earned college degrees.
Smith, who continues to work as the director of the Loftus Sports Center on campus, served two years as the president of the American Hockey Coaches Association. He was inducted into the Minnesota Hockey Coaches Association Hall of Fame in 1992. He played an integral in bringing the International Special Olympics to Notre Dame in 1987.
Married for 57 years, Lefty, who lost his wife, Mickey on Nov. 9, 2009, is the father of seven living children, 16 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
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The franchise was founded in 1967 as one of the six teams from the 1967 NHL expansion and is named after the W. C. Handy song "Saint Louis Blues". They play their home games at the 19,150-seat Enterprise Center in downtown St. Louis, which has been their arena since moving from St. Louis Arena in 1994.
The Blues were one of the six teams added to the NHL in the 1967 expansion, along with the Minnesota North Stars, Los Angeles Kings, Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Penguins, and California Seals. St. Louis was the last of the six expansion teams to gain entry into the League; the market was chosen over Baltimore at the insistence of the Chicago Black Hawks. The Black Hawks' owners, James D. Norris and Arthur Wirtz, also owned the decrepit St. Louis Arena. They sought to unload the arena, which had not been well-maintained since the 1940s, and thus pressed the NHL to give the franchise to St. Louis, which had not submitted a formal expansion bid. The Black Hawks owners felt they could establish a "lovable loser" (much like the Cubs) with the St. Louis Hockey Team. NHL president Clarence Campbell said during the 1967 expansion meetings, "We want a team in St. Louis because of the city's geographical location and the fact that it has an adequate building."
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Maine Mariners (1990-1992), Baltimore Skipjacks (1991-1993), Portland Pirates (1994-1995): AHL; Team USA (1991-1992); Milwaukee Admirals (1993-1995), San Diego Gulls (1994-1995), Los Angeles Ice Dogs (1995-1996), Long Beach Ice Dogs (1996-1999), Utah Grizzlies (1998-1999): IHL; HV71: Elitserien (1993-1994); London Knights: BISL (1999-2000) 2x NCAA WCHA Champion (1987-1988, 1989-1990), 2x NCAA Second All-Star Team (1988-1989, 1989-1990), NCAA Champion (1989-1990), NCAA All-Tournament Team (1989-1990), BISL Playoff Champion (1999-2000) 1985: Round 11 #220 Overall by Boston Bruins Callin Anthony Madison Capitols: USHL (2015-2018) Clarkson University: NCAA I (2018-Present) NAPHL U18 Champion (2015-16), NAPHL 18U Second All-Star Team (2015-16), NAPHL 18U First All-Star Team (2016-17), NCAA Champion (2018-19), NAPHL 18U Champion (2015-16), NAPHL 18U Second All-Star Team (2015-16), NAPHL 18U First All-Star Team (2016-17) Callin Drew Des Moines Buccaneers: USHL (2012-2013); Janesville Jets: NAHL (2013-2015) Bentley University: NCAA I (2015-2019) Worcester Railers (2018-2020), Rapid City Rush (2020-Present): ECHL Carey Leah Robert Morris University: NCAA I (2014-2018) Carignan Kyle Marian University: NCAA III (2016-2019) Carlson Adam University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh: ACHA II (2014-2017) Carter Spencer Elmira College: NCAA III (2016-2020) Casto Barrett Rochester Mustangs: USHL (2000-2001); Billings Bulls: AWHL (2001-2003) University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire: NCAA III (2004-2005) Cayemberg Tyler Granite City Lumberjacks: NA3HL (2011-2012); Odessa Jackalopes (2011-2013), Brookings Blizzard (2012-2013): NAHL University of Wisconsin-Stout: NCAA III (2013-2016) Chamberlain Ann University of Wisconsin: NCAA I (1999-2000) Chase Ashley Colorado State University: ACHA (2016-2017) Colarossi Jagger Illinois State University: ACHA III (2012-2014) Conybear Ally Midland University: ACHA (2018-2020) Conybear Ryan Minnesota Flying Aces: NA3HL (2014-2016) Midland University: ACHA (2016-2020) Cornellier Lawrence Owatonna Express (2010-2011), Odessa Jackalopes (2011-2013), Fairbanks Ice Dogs (2012-2013): NAHL; Dubuque Fighting Saints: USHL (2011-2012) University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point "C": NCAA III (2013-2017) Fayetteville FireAntz (2016-2017), Knoxville Ice Bears (2017-2018): SPHL Cory Maggie Ohio State University: NCAA I (2017-2018) Cox Megan Lindenwood University: NCAA I (2011-2014) Craigo Coltin Lindenwood University: ACHA (2018-2021) Crawford Reid Milwaukee School of Engineering: NCAA III (2006-2010) Brookfield Battalion: GLHL (2010-2011) Cruikshank Grant USNTDP: USHL (2014-2015); Penticton Vees "C": BCHL (2016-2018) Colorado College "C": NCAA I (2018-Present) BCHL All-Rookie Team (2016-2017); BCHL Champion (2016-2017); BCHL Most Goals by Rookie (2016-2017) Dahlquist Jayson Finlandia University: NCAA III (2016-2020) Decker Brianna University of Wisconsin "C": NCAA I (2009-2013) Team USA U18 (2007-2009); Team USA "A" (2010-2019); Boston Blades (2014-15), Calgary Inferno (2018-2019): CWHL; Boston Pride: NWHL (2015-2017); PWHPA: Calgary (2019-Present) U18 Gold Medal (2008-09) U18 Most Goals (2008-09), U18 Top 3 Player on Team (2008-09), NCAA Champion (2010-11), 6x World Championship Gold Medal (2010-11, 2012-13, 2014-15, 2015-16, 2016-17, 2018-19), 4x World Championship Top 3 Player on Team (2010-11, 2012-13, 2014-15, 2016-17), NCAA Top Collegiate Player-Patty Kazmaier Award (2011-12), 2x NCAA Top Femal Collegiate Player Finalist-Patty Kazmaier Award (2011-12, 2012-13), 2x World Championship Best Plus/Minus (2011-12, 2016-17), World Championship Silver Medal (2011-12), 3x World Champioinship All-Star Team (2012-13, 2014-15, 2016-17), World Championship Most Goals (2012-13), Olympic Best Plus/Minus (2013-14), Olympic Silver Medal (2013-14), 2x CWHL Champion (2014-15, 2018-19), 2x NWHL All-Star Game (2015-16, 2016-17), NWHL Isobel Cup Champion (2015-16), NWHL Most Points Playoffs (2015-16), 2x NWHL Most Valuable Player (2015-16, 2016-17)), 2x NWHL Regular Season Champion (2015-16, 2016-17), NWHL Most Assists Playoffs (2016-17), NWHL Most Goals (2016-17), NWHL Most Points (2016-17), World Championship Best Forward (2016-17), World Championship Most Assists (2016-17), World Championship Most Points (2016-17), World Championship MVP (2016-17), Olympic Gold Medal (2017-18) Decker Brody Topeka Roadrunners (2012-2013), Coulee Region Chill (2012-2013), Odessa Jackalopes (2012-2013), Kenai River Brown Bears (2013-2014): NAHL Concordia University: NCAA III (2014-2018) Dehner Jeremy Green Bay Gamblers: USHL (2004-2006) UMass-Lowell "C": NCAA I (2006-2010) Norfolk Admirals: AHL (2009-2010); Flordia Everblades: ECHL (2019-2020), International Play: Jokerit (2010-2014), EHC Munchen (2014-2016), Grizzlys Wolfsburg (2016-2019), HIFK (2019-2020) NCAA All-Academic Team (2009-10), NCAA Second All-Star Team (2009-10), SM-liiga Bronze Medal (2011-12), DEL Champion (2015-16), DEL Most Assists by Defenseman (2017-18), DEL Most Points by Defenseman (2017-18) Dennis Cory Breezy Point North Stars: NA3HL (2015-2016); Kenai River Brown Bears (2015-2016), Minnesota Wilderness (2017-2018): NAHL; Dryden Ice Dogs: SIJHL (2016-2018) Concordia University: NCAA III (2018-Present) 2x SIJHL Champion (2016-2017, 2017-2018), SIJHL Best Defenseman (2017-2018), SIJHL First All-Star Team (2017-2018) Diehl Logan University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh: ACHA II (2014-2017) Dier Kirstin Amherst College "C": NCAA III (2006-2010) Dineen Kellie University of Vermont: NCAA I (2010-2014) Doner Melanie University of Wisconsin-River Falls: NCAA III (2014-2015) Doner Ryan Alexandria Blizzard (2010-2011), Aberdeen Wings (2011-2012), Springfield Jr. Blues (2011-2012), Fresno Monsters (2011-2012), Minot Minotauros (2012-2013): NAHL; Helena Bighorns: NPHL (2010-2011); Kindersley Klippers: SJHL (2012-2013) University of Wisconsin-River Falls: NCAA III (2013-2017) NPHL Cascade Cup Champion (2010-11) Donlan Anna St. Cloud State University: NCAA I (2008-2013) Dorman Alissa Robert Morris University "C": NCAA I (2005-2009) Dowell Jake US National U18 Team: NAHL (2001-2003) University of Wisconsin "A" (2003-2007): NCAA Team USA U18 (2002-2003); Team USA U20 (2003-2005); Norfolk Admirals (2006-2007), Rockford IceHogs "C" (2007-2010), Houston Aeros (2012-2013), Iowa Wild "C" (2013-2014): AHL ; Chicago Blackhawks (2007-2011), Dallas Stars (2011-2012), Minnesota Wild (2013-2014): NHL; International Play: EBEL (2017-2018) U20 WJC Gold Medal (2003-04); NCAA Champion (2005-06); AHL Sportsmanship-Fred T. Hunt Trophy (2013-14) 2004: Round 5 #140 Overall by Chicago Blackhawks Dragoo Justin University of Notre Dame: ACHA III (2018-2020) Drake Kim University of Wisconsin: NCAA I (2012-2016) Drews Jackie University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (2005-2006), Concorida University (2007-2008): NCAA III Drill Jane Ann UMass-Boston: NCAA III (2017-Present) Drill Nick Austin Bruins (2010-2011), Port Huron Fighting Falcons (2010-2011): NAHL; Wisconsin Wilderness "A": SIJHL (2011-2012) University of Wisconsin-Superior (2012-2014), Worcester State University (2014-2016): NCAA III SIJHL Champion (2011-12) DuBois Jesse University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh: ACHA II (2019-2020) Dunham Scott Aurora University: ACHA III (2014-2017) Ehlenfeldt Katie Saint Mary's University: NCAA III (2012-2014) Ehlert Alex Bemidji State University "C": NCAA I (2010-2014) Ellena Devon Augsburg University: NCAA III (2009-2013) Ellena McKenna Augsburg University "C": NCAA III (2017-Present) Engelkes Justin Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Knights (2017-2018), Janesville Jets (2019-2021): NAHL Miami University (Ohio): NCAA I Erickson Anna University of Vermont: NCAA I (2017-Present) Erickson Phil Coulee Region Chill (2014-2017), Topeka Roadrunners (2016-2017): NAHL; Madison Capitols: USHL (2014-2015, 2016-2017) Wilkes University: NCAA III (2018-Present) NAPHL 18U First All-Star Team (2014-15) Fader Jordan Aberdeen Wings (2016-2017), Shreveport Mudbugs "A" (2016-2018): NAHL University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point: NCAA III (2019-Present) NAHL Robertson Cup Champion (2017-18), NCAA Champion (2018-19) Fadyeyev Eugene Madison Capitols "A": USHL (2014-2017) Ohio State University: NCAA I (2017-Present) USA Hockey National 14-and-Under Tier I Champion (2011-12); NCAA Regular Season Champion (2018-19) Fallis Jacob Bradford Bulls "A": GMHL (2012-2014) Indiana Tech: ACHA (2014-2018) GMHL Champion (2013-2014) Faucher Suzette Franklin Pierce University: NCAA (2020-Present) Feemster John Sioux Falls Stampede: USHL (2011-2012); Odessa Jackalopes: NAHL (2012-2013) St. Olaf College: NCAA III (2013-2017) Feldt Jacob University of Wisconsin: ACHA II (2018-2020) Felten Sandra Bethel University "A": NCAA III (2005-2009) Feltes Jessica St. Catherine University: NCAA III (2007-2011) Ferwerda Jessica Northeastern University: NCAA I (1997-2001) Fieber Andy Lawrence University "C": NCAA III (2000-2004) Fisher Oliver University of Wisconsin: ACHA II (2015-2017) Fitzjerrells Kasey Madison Capitols: USHL (2015-2017); Coulee Region Chill (2017-2018), Springfield Jr. Blues (2017-2018): NAHL University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire: NCAA III (2018-Present) NAPHL 18 U Champion (2015-16) Flegner Carter University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee: ACHA III (2019-2020) Fleming Brittyn Minnesota State University "A": NCAA I (2017-2021) Flick Anissa University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point: NCAA III (2015-2017) Folker Lauryn Saint Mary's University: NCAA III (2018-Present) Ford Jason Dubuque Fighting Saints: USHL (2012-2014); Janesville Jets: NAHL (2012-2013) University of Wisconsin: NCAA I (2014-2018) Ford Keegan Dubuque Fighting Saints "C": USHL (2012-2017) Michigan Tech University: NCAA I (2017-Present) USHL Clark Cup Champion (2012-2013), USHL Clark Cup Finals (2015-2016), USHL Third All-Star Team (2015-2016), World Junior A Challenge All-Star Team (2015-2016), World Junior A Challenge Bronze Medal (2015-2016), NCAA WCHA Champion (2017-2018) Formisano Dallas University of Wisconsin-Platteville: ACHA III (2019-2020) Frank Austin Lawrence University "C": NCAA III (2014-2018) Norfolk Admirals: ECHL (2018-2019) SIJHL Best Defenseman (2013-14), SIJHL First All-Star Team (2013-14), SIJHL Most Points by Defenseman (2013-14) Friedman Ilana University of Vermont (2009-2010), University of Wisconsin (2011-2014): NCAA I Fromm Emily Hamline University: NCAA III (2012-2013) Gacioch Amanda Colorado State University: ACHA (2012-2017) Gardner Trey North Iowa Bulls: NA3HL (2013-2015) University of Wisconsin-Stout: NCAA III (2015-2016, 2017-2018) Geier Taytum St. Cloud State University: NCAA I (2018-Present) Gerein Megan Nichols College "A": NCAA III (2010-2014) Gilles Patrick St. Olaf College: NCAA III (2001-2005) Glomski Tom Albert Lea Thunder (2008-2010), Topeka Road Runners (2009-2010): NAHL Marian University: NCAA III (2010-2014) Glover Christopher University of New England: NCAA III (2011-2015) Grace Patrick Boulder Jr Bison "A": WSHL (2011-2013) University of Oklahoma: ACHA (2013-2017) Grall Leigh St. Norbert College "A": NCAA III (2014-2018) Grandin Gabby Bowdoin College: NCAA I (2011-2015) Grauer Eliot Wenatchee Wild (2010-2011), Alaska Avalanche (2010-2011), Wichita Falls Wildcats (2012-2013): NAHL; Dubuque Fighting Saints: USHL (2011-12) University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point: NCAA III (2013-2017) Knoxville Ice Bears: SPHL (2017-2019); Wheeling Nailers: ECHL (2018-2019) SPHL All-Rookie Team (2017-18) Greaves Kathryn University of Wisconsin: NCAA I (2000-2004) Greeneway Michelle Lake Forest College: NCAA III (2012-2016) NCAA Player of the Year (2015-16) Gross Molly Marian University: NCAA III (2016-2020) Groth Emily Providence College: NCAA I (2009-2013) Grounds Tim Aston Rebels: NAHL (2015-2016); St. Croix Vally Magicians: USPHL Midwest (2015-2016); Steele County Blades: USPHL Elite (2016-2017) University of Wisconsin-River Falls: NCAA III (2017-2018) Gulenchyn Taylor Minnesota State University-Mankato: NCAA I (2016-2020) Gysbers Brendon Shreveport Mudbugs: NAHL (2016-2018) St. Norbert College: NCAA III (2018-Present) NAPHL 18U First All-Star Team (2015-16), NAPHL 18U Most Points by Defenseman (2015-2016), NAHL All-Rookie First Team (2016-17), NAHL All-South Division Rookie Team (2016-17), NAHL Robertson Cup Champion (2017-18), NCAA Rookie Team (2018-19), NCAA All-Freshman Team (2018-19), NCAA All-Tournament Team (2018-19), NCAA Champion (2018-19), NCAA Freshman of the Year (2018-19), NCAA All-Conference Team (2019-20) Habhab Andrew University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh: ACHA II (2016-2019) Halbach Kurt Coulee Region Chill (2013-2014), Austin Bruins (2014-2015): NAHL; Sugar Land Imperials (2013-2014), North Iowa Bulls (2013-2015), Cincinnati Swords (2013-2015): NA3HL Iowa State University: ACHA (2015-2019) Hanzlik Kyleigh University of Wisconsin (2017-2019), Robert Morris University (2019-Present): NCAA I NCAA Champion (2018-2019) Haviland Paul Milwaukee School of Engineering: NCAA III (2006-2008) Heidel Zach University of Wisconsin-La Crosse "C": ACHA II (2017-2019) Helminen Bob Cleveland Barons: NAHL (2003-2004) Northern Michigan University: NCAA (2004-2005) Henderson Jamie Saint Mary's University: NCAA III (2014-2018) Herrling Jordann University of Wisconsin-Stout: ACHA II (2014-2018) Herron Katie Finlandia University (2008-2009), Concorida University (2009-2010): NCAA III Hillegas Josh Cedar Rapids Roughriders (2009-2010), Texas Tornado (2010-2011), Topeka Roadrunners (2011-2012): NAHL University of Southern Maine: NCAA III (2012-2014) Hodge Preston Fairbanks Ice Dogs: NAHL (2010-2011); Cedar Rapids RoughRiders (2011-2012), Dubuque Fighting Saings (2012-2013), Sioux Falls Stampede (2012-2013): USHL University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire: NCAA III (2013-2016) NAHL Robertson Cup Champion (2010-2011) Hoerres Jayda Concordia University "C": NCAA III (2012-2016) Hoffman Tyler Purdue University Northwest: ACHA II (2020-2021) Hollander Chase University of Wisconsin-Stout (2013-2016), Concordia University (2016-2017): NCAA III Hollander Hailey Gustavus Adolphus College: NCAA III (2019-Present) Hollowell Morgan University of Wisconsin: ACHA (2014-2015) Hopkins Katie University of St. Thomas (2005-2006), St. Catherine University "C" (2006-2009): NCAA III Hopps Lauren New England College "C": NCAA III (2011-2015) Horan Mattias International Play: Denmark (2010-2013) U18 WJC Silver Medal (2008-09), U20 WJC Gold Medal (2010-11), Danish Champion (2010-11) Hoth Trevor Wisconsin Wilderness (2011-2012), Minnesota Iron Rangers (2012-2014): SIJHL Aurora University: NCAA III (2014-2018) Mosinee Papermakers: GLHL (2018-2020) Huckins Kendall Batchewana Attack: CIHL (2014-2015); Soo Eagles "A" (2015-2016), Rayside-Balfour Canadians (2015-2016): NOJHL; Dauphin Kings: MIJHL (2015-2016) University of Illinois: ACHA (2016-2017) Huie Conor University of Mississippi: ACHA III (2019-2020) Hults Cole Madison Capitols: USHL (2014-2017) Penn State University: NCAA I (2017-2020) Ontario Reign: AHL (2020-Present) NCAA Honorable Mention All-Star Team (2018-19), NCAA Defensive Player of the Year (2019-20), NCAA First All-Star Team (2019-20), NCAA Player of the Year (2019-20), NCAA Regular Season Champion (2019-20), NCAA Second All-American Team (2019-20) 2017: Round 5 #134 Overall by Los Angeles Kings Hults Mitch Janesville Jets: NAHL (2011-2012); Indiana Ice (2012-2014), Madison Capitols (2014-2015): USHL Lake Superior State University: NCAA I (2015-2017) Utah Grizzlies (2017-2018), Orlando Solar Bears (2018-2019), Kansas City Mavericks (2019-2020): ECHL; San Diego Gulls (2016-2019), Syracuse Crunch (2018-2019), Stockton Heat (2019-2020): AHL; Bratislava Capitals: ICEHL (2020-Present) USHL Clark Cup Champion (2013-14), NCAA Second All-Star Team (2016-17) Hylbert Jordann Wisconsin Whalers: NA3HL (2016-2017) University of Wisconsin: ACHA II (2017-2020) Ihrke Kyle University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee: ACHA III (2019-2020) Ihrke Mason Northern Illinois University: ACHA (2019-2020) Imobersteg Corrine University of Denver: ACHA (2014-2015) Jacobson Tyler Port Huron Fighting Falcons: NAHL (2010-2011); Hudson Crusaders (2010-2011), Dells Ducks (2012-2013): MNJHL Finlandia University: NCAA III (2014-2017) Jacques Chelsea Colgate University: NCAA I (2015-2019) Jaminski Kelly University of Wisconsin "A": NCAA I (2010-2014) NCAA Champion (2010-11) Janecke Clayton Quad City Jr Flames (2012-2013), Wisconsin Whalers (2013-2014): NA3HL Iowa State University: ACHA (2014-2017) Jaume Alexa University of Pennsylvania: ACHA II (2017-2018) Jeszka Griff Coulee Region Chill (2013-2015), Corpus Christi Ice Rays (2014-2015), Brookings Blizzard (2015-2016): NAHL University of Massachusettes-Amerst: NCAA I (2016-2018); Merrimack College: NCAA I (2018-2020) Worcester Railers (2019-2020), Tulsa Oilers (2020-2021): ECHL Jiang Felix Duke University: ACHA II (2019-2020) Johnson Eric Wenatchee Wild: NAHL (2009-2001); Dubuque Fighting Saints: USHL (2010-2011) University of Notre Dame: NCAA I (2011-2015) USHL Clark Cup Champion (2010-11); NCAA Champion (2012-13) Johnson Jack US National U18 Team: USHL (2004-2005) University of Michigan: NCAA I (2005-2007) Team USA U17 (2003-2004); Team USA U18 (2003-2007); Team USA "C" (2006-2007, 2008-2012, 2016-2017); Los Angeles Kings (2006-2012), Columbus Blue Jacks "A" (2011-2018), Pittsburgh Penguins (2018-Present): NHL U18 WJC Silver Medal (2003-04); U18 WJC Most Penalized Player (2004-05); U18 WJC Gold Medal (2004-05); NCAA All-Rookie Team (2005-06), U20 WJC All-Star Team (2005-06), U20 WJC Most Assists by Defenseman (2005-06), U20 WJC Most Penalized Player (2005-06), NCAA Best Offensive Defenseman (2005-06), NCAA First All-Star Team (2006-07), NCAA First All-American Team (2006-07), U20 WJC Bronze MEdal (2006-07), U20 WJC Top 3 Player on Team (2006-07), NHL YoungStars Roster (2007-08), World Championship Most Goals by Defenseman (2008-09), Olympic Silver Medal (2009-10) 2005: Round 1 #3 Overall by Carolina Hurricanes Johnson Megan Augsburg University "A": NCAA III (2015-2019) Johnson Mikayla University of Wisconsin: NCAA I (2013-2017) Johnson Jason University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh: ACHA II (2014-2019) Johnson Kinzey University of Minnesota: ACHA (2011-2013) Johnson Patty Lincoln Stars: USHL (2006-2007) University of Wisconsin: NCAA I (2007-2011) Wheeling Nailers: ECHL (2011-2012) 2008: Round 7 #206 Overall by Montreal Canadiens Jones Rachel University of Wisconsin: NCAA I (2012-2016) Jordan Russell Brookings Blizzard: NAHL (2013-2014) University of Wisconsin-River Falls (2014-2015), Hamline University (2015-2018): NCAA III Fort Wayne Komets (2017-2018), Kalamazoo Wings (2018-2019): ECHL; Pensacola Ice Flyers (2018-2019), Birmingham Bulls (2018-2020): SPHL 2x NCAA All-Conference Team (2016-17, 2017-18) Jorenby Blake Minnesota Owls (2011-2012), Marquette Royals (2013-2014): MNJHL; Duluth Clydesdales: SIJHL (2012-2013); New Mexico Renegades: WSHL (2012-2013) University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee: ACHA II (2014-2018) MNJHL Champion (2013-2014) Kanoff Nick University of Wisconsin-Platteville: ACHA III (2018-2019) Keller Kobe Soo Eagles: NOJHL (2017-2019); Maryland Black Bears: NAHL (2018-2019) University of Wisconsin-Stout: NCAA III (2019-Present) NOJHL Second All-Star Team (2017-2018) Kenny Ryan New Ulm Steel: NA3HL (2017-2018); Islanders Hockey Club: USPHL Premier (2018-2019) Stevenson University: NCAA III (2019-Present) NCAA First Team All-Conference (2019-20), NCAA All-Rookie Team (2019-20) Kenyon Jamie Team USA U18 (2008-2009); University of Minnesota-Duluth "C": NCAA I (2010-2014) U18 WJC Gold Medal (2008-2009) Kepler Claudia Ohio State University (2013-2016), University of Wisconsin "C" (2017-2018): NCAA I International Play: SDHL (2018-2019), Russia (2019-20) Russia Champion (2019-20) Kernen Travis University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire: ACHA II (2019-2020) Keryluk Steph Minnesota State University-Mankato (2015-2017), St. Lawrence University (2018-2020): NCAA I Kessel Amanda University of Minnesota: NCAA I (2010-2016) Team USA U18 (2007-2009); Team USA (2011-2019) U18 Best Forward (2008,09), U18 Best Plus/Minus (2008-09), U18 Gold Medal (2008-09), U18 Most Assists (2008-09), U18 Most Points (2008-09), U18 Top 3 Player on Team (2008-09), 3x Champion (2011-12, 2012-13,2015-16), 2x NCAA Top Female Collegiate Player Finalist (2011-12, 2012-13), NCAA Top Collegiate Player (2012-13), World Championship Silver Medal (2011-12), 3x World Championship Gold Medal (2012-13, 2016-17, 2018-19), World Championship Most Assists (2012-13), World Championship Top 3 Player on Team (2012-13), Olympic All-Star team (2013-14), Olympic Best Plus/Minus (2013-14), Olympic Silver Medal (2013-14), Olympic Gold Medal (2017-2018) Kessel Blake Waterloo Black Hawks (2006-2008); Team USA U20 (2008-2009) University of New Hampshire: NCAA I (2008-2011) Atlanta Gladiators (2016-2017), Kalamazoo Wings (2016-2017), Orlando Solar Bears (2013-2014, 2019-2020): ECHL ; Adirondack Phantams (2011-2013): AHL USHL All-Rookie Team (2006-07), USHL All-Star Game (2006-07), USHL Defenseman of the Year (2007-08), USHL Most Assists by Defenseman (2007-08), USHL Most Goals by Defenseman (2008-07), USHL Most Points by Defenseman (2007-08), NCAA Second All-American Team (2009-10), 2x NCAA FIrst All-Star Team (2009-10, 2010-11), NCAA Regular Season Champion (2009-10), NCAA D1 All-Stars (2009-10), NCAA First All-American Team (2010-11), NCAA All-Academic Team (2010-11), ECHL All-Star Game (2014-15) 2007: Round 6 #166 Overall by New York Islanders Kessel Phil US National U18 Team: NAHL (2003-2005) University of Minnesota: NCAA I (2005-2006) Team USA U17 (2003-2004); Team USA U18 (2003-2005); Team USA U20 (2004-2006); US National U17 Team (2003-2004); Providence Bruins (2006-2007): AHL; Boston Bruins (2006-2009), Toronto Maple Leafs "A" (2009-2015), Pittsburgh Penguins (2015-2019), Arizona Coyotes (2019-Present): NHL; Team USA (2005-2008, 2009-2010, 2013-2014) 2x U18 WJC All-Star Team (2003-04, 2004-05), 2x U18 WJC Most Goals (2003-04, 2004-05), U18 WJC Silver Medal (2003-04), U18 WJC Best Forward (2004-05), U18 WJC Best Plus/Minus (2004-05), U18 WJC Gold Medal (2004-05), U18 WJC Most Assists (2004-05), U18 WJC Most POints (2004-05), NCAA All-Rookie Team (2005-06), NCAA Rookie of the Year (2005-06), U20 WJC Most Assists (2005-06), U20 WJC Most Points (2005-06), NHL Sportsmanship Award-Bill Masterton Trophy (2006-07), NHL YoungStars Roster (2006-07),Olympic Silver Medal (2009-10), 3x NHL All-Star Game (2010-11, 2011-12, 2014-15), Olympic All-Star Team (2013-14), Olympic Best Forward (2013-14), Olympic Most POints (2013-14), 2x NHL Stanley Cup Champion (2015-16, 2016-17) 2006: Round 1 #5 Overall by Boston Bruins Kessel Bryce Iowa State University: ACHA II (2017-2020) Kilduff Leila Minnesota State University-Mankato: NCAA I (2015-2019) Metropolitan Riveters: NWHL (2019-Present) King Lane Brookings Blizzard: NAHL (2013-2014) Finlandia University (2014-2016), Lawrence University (2016-2018): NCAA III MNJHL Champion (2013-2014), MNJHL First All-Star Team (2013-14), MNJHL Most Assists (2013-14), MNJHL Most Points (2013-14), NCAA All-Conference Team (2017-18) King Austin University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire: ACHA (2011-2016) Kinney Hannah University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire: NCAA III (2006-2008) Kloes Nikki University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point: NCAA III (2012-2013) Klubertanz Kyle Green Bay Gamblers: USHL (2002-2004) University of Wisconsin "A": NCAA I (2004-2008) Portland Pirates (2007-2008), Hamilton Bulldogs (2010-2011): AHL; TPS (2008-2009), HIFK (2012-2013): SM-liiga; Djurgardens IF (2009-2010, 2011-2012): Elitserien; Medvescak Zagreb (2013-2014): KHL; Nurnberg Ice Tigers (2014-2017): DEL; EHC Linz (2016-2017): EBEL; Vienna Capitals (2017-2018): EBEL USHL All-Star Game (2003), USHL First All-Star Team (2003-2004), NCAA All-Rookie Team (2004-2005), NCAA Champion (2005-2006), Elitserien SM-silver Medal (2009-2010) 2004: Round 3 #74 Overall by Mighty Ducks of Anaheim Koch Connor Saint Mary's University (2015-2016), Providence College (2016-2018): ACHA II Kolls Maddie University of North Dakota (2010-2012), University of Minnesota-Duluth (2013-2014): NCAA I; University of Minnesota-Duluth: ACHA D2 (2014-2015) Koniar Hannah Marian University: NCAA III (2016-2020) Kreuser Luke Twin City Steel (2015-2016), New Ulm Steel "A" (2017-2018): NA3HL Concordia University (2018-Present): NCAA III Kritter Charlie Southern Methodist University: ACHA II (2015-2016) Krueger Tyler Alaska Avalanche: NAHL (2008-2009); Burnaby Express: BCHL (2008-2009) University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point "C": NCAA III (2010-2014) Kuypers Taylor Lincoln Stars: USHL (2007-2009) University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point: NCAA III (2009-2010) LaBarge Trey Aston Rebels (2016-2017), Kenai River Brown Bears "A" (2018-2020): NAHL; Madison Capitols: USHL (2017-2019) Liverty University: ACHA (2020-Present) Lamer Melina St. Olaf College: NCAA III(2009-2013) Lampe Eric Chicago Steel: USHL (2003-2006) Quinnipiac University: NCAA I (2006-2010) Florida Everblades (2009-2010), Elmira Jackals (2010-2011), Las Vegas Wranglers (2011-2013): ECHL; Syracuse Crunch (2010-2011), Lake Erie Monsters (2011-2012), Hamilton Bulldogs (2011-2012), Norfolk Admirals (2012-2013): AHL Oji Eagles: Asia League (2013-2014), Neumarkt/Egna: Italy (2014-2015); Eispiraten Crimmitschau: DEL 2 (2014-2016) ECHL All-Star Fastest Skater (2010-2011), ECHL All-Star Game (2010-2011), ECHL First All-Star Team (2011-2012), ECHL Most Goals (2011-2012), ECHL Player of the Month (2011-2012), ECHL Player of the Week (2011-2012), Asia League Best Plus/Minus (2013-2014) Lampe Luke Minnesota Owls: MNJHL (2012-2013) University of Wisconsin-Platteville: ACHA III (2013-2015) Lankey Katy University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point: NCAA III (2004-2008) Leatherberry Owen Merchant Marine Academy: ACHA III (2019-2020) Lebedeff Daniel Madison Capitols: USHL (2015-2017); Janesville Jets: NAHL (2017-2018) University of Wisconsin: NCAA I (2018-Present) NAPHL 18U Champion (2015-16) Lee Kyle Fairbanks Ice Dogs: NAHL (2012-2014) St. Norbert College (2014-2016), University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire (2016-2018): NCAA III NAHL Robertson Cup Champion (2013-2014), NCAA III WIAC Champion (2017-2018) Lemirande Cara University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point "C": NCAA III (2015-2019) Lemirande Conor Janesville Jets "C": NAHL (2011-2013); Muskegon Lumberjacks (2012-2013), Youngstown Phantoms (2013-2014): USHL Miami University (Ohio) "A": NCAA I (2014-2018) South Carolina Stingrays: ECHL (2017-2018) NAHL Mark Messier Leadership Award (2012-13), NCAA Champion (2014-15) Lemon Danielle University of British Columbia: CIS (2012-2015) Lennon Matt Northland College: NCAA III (2011-2015) Leonard Aislinn University of St. Thomas: NCAA III (2011-2012) Lepak Stephanie College of St. Scholastica (2010-2011), University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (2011-2013): NCAA III LeSage Nick Minnesota Iron Rangers: SIJHL (2012-2013); Texas Tornado (2012-2013), Port Huron Fighting Falcons (2013-2014), Keystone Ice Miners (2014-2015), Amarillo Bulls (2014-2015), Johnstown Tomahawks (2014-2015): NAHL St. Norbert College: NCAA III (2015-2019) Fayetteville Marksmen: SPHL (2019-2020) 2x NCAA Champion (2017-18, 2018-19), NCAA All-Tournament Team (2017-2018) Lesperance Holly Lake Forest College: NCAA III (2012-2016) Lindauer Parker Janesville Jets: NAHL (2018-2020); Tri-City Storm: USHL (2020-21) Northern Michigan University: NCAA I (2021-Present) NAHL All-Midwest Division Rookie Team (2019-2020) Lindgren Ron North Iowa Bulls: NA3HL (2012-2014) Aurora University "C": NCAA III (2014-2018) West Bend Bombers: GLHL (2019-2020) 2x NA3HL Champion (2012-13, 2013-14), NA3HL Defenseman of the Year (2013-14), NA3HL First All-Star Team (2013-14_ Liston Kaaren Connecticut College: NCAA III (2018-Present) Little Sean Green Bay Gamblers: USHL (2008-2009) University of Wisconsin: NCAA I (2010-2014) USHL Clark Cup Champion (2009-2010), NCAA WCHA Champion (2012-2013), NCAA B1G Champion (2013-2014) Lohrei Mason Green Bay Gamblers "A": USHL (2018-2021) Ohio State University: NCAA I (2021-Present) USHL Most Assists by Defenseman (2019-2020), USHL Second All-Star Team (2019-2020) 2020: Round 2 #58 Overall by Boston Bruins Lundey Tyler Wichita Falls Wildcats: NAHL (2009-2010); Dubuque Fighting Saints "A": USHL (2010-2012) Ohio State University: NCAA I (2012-2016) USHL Clark Cup Champion (2010-11) MacInnis Lauren Northeastern University: NCAA I (2017-Present) Maly Logan University of Wisconsin-Stout "C": NCAA III (2010-2014) Manderfield Paul Port Huron Fighting Falcons: NAHL (2010-2011); Granite City Lumberjacks: MNJHL (2010-2011) SUNY-Potsdam: NCAA III (2011-2012) Marcotte Tiger Soo Indians: NAHL (2003-2005) Utica College (2005-2006), Finlandia University "A" (2006-2009): NCAA III Calumet Wolverines: GLHL (2009-2013) Marks Jenna St. Lawrence University "A": NCAA I (2012-2016) Marnauzs Sven Boise State University: ACHA II (2018-2020) Matthys Mariah Finlandia University: NCAA III (2011-2012) Mcardle Josh Tri-City Storm (2011-2013), Muskegon Lumberjacks (2012-2013): USHL; Nanaimo Clippers: BCHL (2013-2014) Brown University "C": NCAA I (2014-2018) Worcester Railers (2017-2018), Indy Fuel "A" (2018-2020): ECHL; Rockford IceHogs: AHL (2018-2020) NCAA All-Ivy League Honorable Mention Team (2016-2017) McConnell Max Wisconsin Whalers: NA3HL (2015-2017) University of Wisconsin: ACHA II (2018-2019) NA3HL First All-Rookie Team (2015-2016), NA3HL Third All-Star Team (2015-2016) McCormick Samuel Sioux City Musketeers (2013-2014), Madison Capitols (2015-2016), Waterloo Black Hawks (2015-2016): USHL Ohio State University: NCAA I (2016-2020) Cergy: Ligue Magnus (2020-Present) USHL Third All-Star Team (2015-2016), NCAA B1G Regular Season Champion (2018-2019) McElhenie Luke Madison Capitols: USHL (2014-2016) UMass-Amherst: NCAA I (2016-2017); University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point: NCAA III (2017-2020) NCAA Champion (2018-19), 2x NCAA All-Conference Team (2018-19, 2019-20), NCAA Second Team All-American (2019-20) McFarlane Bryan Alaska Avalanche (2011-2012), Minot Minotauros (2011-2013), Wichita Falls Wildcats (2012-2013, Soo Eagles (2012-2013): NAHL; North Iowa Bulls: NA3HL (2012-2013) Lake Forest College (2015-2016), New England College (2016-2018): NCAA III NA3HL Champion (2012-13) McKersie Sydney University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire: NCAA III (2018-2019) Mead Jennifer University of Wisconsin: NCAA I (1999-2001); University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire: NCAA III (2001-2003) Meroz Jaime Hamilton College: NCAA III (2015-2017) Mershon Dillon Northland College (2013-2014), University of Wisconsin-River Falls (2015-2017): NCAA III AWHL Champion (2012-13) Messner Mick Madison Capitols "C": USHL (2015-2018) University of Wisconsin: NCAA I (2018-2020); Merrimack College: NCAA I (2020-Present) NAPHL 18 U Champion (2015-16) Meuer Kaedan Post University: NCAA III (2019-Present) NAPHL 18U Champion (2015-16) Meuer Keegan Waterloo Black Hawks: USHL (2006-2009) University of Wisconsin: NCAA I (2009-2014) NCAA WCHA Champion (2012-2013), NCAA B1G Champion (2013-2014) Michels Jack Thief River Falls Norskies: SIJHL (2019-2020) Lawrence University: NCAA III (2020-Present) SIJHL First All-Star Team (2019-2020) Mickelson Chase Springfield Jr. Blues: NAHL (2016-2018) St. Norbert College: NCAA III (208-Present) NAPHL 18 U Champion (2015-16), NAPHL 18U First All-Star Team (2015-16), NCAA Champion (2018-16) Miller Morgan University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire: NCAA III (2011-2012) Miller Aussie Coulee Region Chill: NAHL (2014-2016) University of Wisconsin-River Falls: NCAA III (2016-2020) Milliken Krista University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire: NCAA III (2006-2007) Millis Drew University of Wisconsin-Stout: NCAA III (2012-2013) Minnesota Iron Rangers: SIJHL (2013-2015) Moore Madyson New England College (2011-2013), Norwich University (2013-2015): NCAA III Moore Skeeter Culver Military Academy Prep (1981-1981); Dubuque Fighting Saints: USHL (1982-1983) University of Minnesota-Duluth: NCAA (1983-1987) Tyringe Soss (1987-1989), Hammarby IF (1989-1990), IK Talje (1991-1992): Division 1; Sodertalje SK: Elitserien/Allsvenskan (1990-1992); IK Oskarshamn: Division 2 (1992-1996) USHL Clark Cup Champion (1982-1983), 2x NCAA (WCHA) Champion (1983-1984, 1984-1985), Spengler Cup Winner (1988-1989) Mordini Steven North Iowa Bulls "A" (2016-2017), New Ulm Steel "A" (2016-2018): NA2HL, Springfield Jr. Blues: NAHL (2016-2017) University of Wisconsin-Stout: NCAA III (2018-2019) Morrow Catherine University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point: NCAA III (2007-2011) Murphy Tom Lawrence University: NCAA III (1999-2001) Muzzillo Hunter St. Louis Jr Blues: NA3HL (2017-2019) University of Nevada-Las Vegas: ACHA (2019-2020) NA3HL Second All-Star Team (2018-2019) Muzzillo Jordann Springfield Jr Blues "A": NAHL (2016-2018) University of Alaska-Fairbanks: NCAA I (2018-Present) NAHL All-Midwest Division Rookie Team (2016-2017) Nedder Andrew University of Wisconsin-Platteville: ACHA III (2016-2019) Nelson Blake Bethel University: NCAA III NAPHL 18U Champion Nelson Noah Sioux City Musketeers "C": USHL (2010-2012); Wenatchee Wild: NAHL (2012-2013) St. Norbert College "C": NCAA III (2013-2017) NCAA Champion (2013-14) Nelson Kendall University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point: NCAA III (2013-2014) Neugent Mya Bemidji State University: NCAA I (2019-Present) Neumann Kelsey Clarkson University: NCAA I (2009-2010); SUNY-Plattsburgh (2010-2012): NCAA III Buffalo Beauts: NWHL (2016-2020) NWHL Foundation Award (2016-17) Newcomer Cassie University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point: NCAA III (2017-Present) Nickolenko Alicia Wesleyan University: NCAA III (2016-2020) Nicksic Timmy Buffalo Jr. Sabres: OJHL (2014-2016); Minnesota Wilderness "C": NAHL (2016-2017); Des Moines Buccaneers: USHL (2016-2017) St. Norbert College: NCAA III (2017-Present) 2x NCAA Champion (2017-18, 2018-19), NCAA All-Tournament Team (2018-19) Niquette Sean United States Military Academy at West Point: NCAA (2004-2009) Novak Luke Cowichan Valley Capitoals: BCHL (2014-2015); Amarillo Bulls: NAHL (2014-2015) University of Notre Dame: NCAA I (2016-2019) 2x NCAA B1G Champion (2017-2018, 2018-2019), NCAA B1G Regular Season Champion (2017-2018) O'Brien Kelly RPI: NCAA I (2011-2015) Oettinger Morgan University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point: NCAA III (2018-2019) Olinger Matt Cedar Rapids Roughriders: USHL (2000-2003) University of Wisconsin: NCAA I (2003-2007) Olszewski Rob University of Wisconsin-Stout: NCAA III (2003-2005) Olszewski Daniel St. Louis Bandits: NAHL (2007-2010) University of Denver: NCAA I (2010-2012); University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire: NCAA III (2012-2014) NAHL Robertson Cup Champion (2008-2009), NCAA WCHA All-Academic Team (2011-2012) Oswall Megan University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire: NCAA III (2002-2004) Palecek Tyler University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire: ACHA II (2015-2019) Panas Stephen Concordia University: NCAA III (2007-2011) West Bend Bombers: GLHL (2014-2016) Paskus Cole Coulee Region Chill (2014-2015), Janesville Jets (2015-2017): NAHL UMass-Lowell: NCAA I (2017-2019); University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire: NCAA I (2019-Present) NAHL All-Midwest Division Rookie Team (2015-16), NAHL Community Service Award (2016-17), NAHL Leadership Award (2016-17) Patterson Keela University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point: NCAA III (2010-2011) Pelton-Byce Ty Muskegon Lumberjacks (2013-2014), Des Moines Buccaneers (2015-2016): USHL Harvard University (2016-2018), University of Wisconsin "A" (2019-2021): NCAA I NCAA ECAC Champion (2016-2017) Peterson Landon Alaska Avalanche: NAHL (2009-2011) University of Wisconsin: NCAA I (2011-2015) NCAA All-Academic Team (2012-13), 2x NCAA Champion (2012-13, 2013-14) Plunkett Marshal Fairbanks Ice Dogs (2015-2016), Coulee Region Chill "A" (2016-2018): NAHL Army (US Military Academy): NCAA I (2018-Present) NAHL Robertson Cup Champion (2015-2016) Polak Zach Milwaukee School of Engineering: NCAA III (2012-2013) Polglaze TJ Minnesota Wilderness (2015-2016), Janesville Jets "A" (2015-2018): NAHL Michigan Tech University: NCAA I (2019-Present) Pomeroy Chelsea University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point: NCAA III (2011-2012) Pope Morgan Lake Forest College: NCAA III (2011-2015) Posick Maddie University of Wisconsin: NCAA I (2017-Present) NCAA Champion (2018-19) Preskar Michael University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire: ACHA II (2011-2015) Prochaska Heather University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire (2004-2008) Rainey Maddie College of Saint Benedict "A": NCAA III (2013-2017) Ramsey Stella Wesleyan University: NCAA III (2018-2019) Redders Austin Minnestoa Wilderness (2014-2016), Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Knights (2015-2016): NAHL; Madison Capitols: USHL (2016-2017) University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire: NCAA III NAPHL 18U Second All-Star Team (2014-15), NCAA III Champion (2017-18) Redders Hailey Nazareth College "A": NCAA III (2018-Present) Reichenbacher Grant Lincoln Stars (2016-2017), Sioux Falls Stampede (2016-2018): USHL; Coulee Region Chill (2017-2018), Chippewa Steel "A" (2018-2019): NAHL Augsburg University: NCAA III (2019-Present) NAHL Leadership Award (2018-2019) Reinke Heather University of New Hampshire: NCAA I (1993-1996) Renlund Sam Janesville Jets: NAHL (2017-2018); Muskegon Lumberjack (2017-2018), Des Moines Buccaneers (2018-2019): USHL Colorado College: NCAA I (2019-Present) NAHL All-Midwest Division Rookie Team (2017-18), NAHL All-Rookie First Team (2017-18) Reynard Rachel University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point "C": NCAA III (2012-2016) Richardson Calvin St. Cloud State University: ACHA (2010-2016) Riese Mitchell Wisconsin Whalers: NA3HL (2013-2014) Lindenwood University: ACHA (2014-2018) Eagle River Falcons: GLHL (2019-2020) Robinson Kendra Augsburg University: NCAA III (2018-2019); University of Wisconsin: ACHA (2019-2020); University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire: ACHA II (2019-2020) Roessler Jon Wichita Falls Wildcats: NAHL (2009-2010) University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire: ACHA (2011-2014) Rubenalt Jessica University of Wisconsin-River Falls: NCAA III (2019-Present) Saladis Justin University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh: ACHA II (2015-2016) Santopaolo Tim Janesville Jets (2010-2011), SpringField Jr. Blues (2011-2012, 2013-2014),: NAHL; North Iowa Bulls: NA3HL (2012-2014) Finlandia University (2014-2015), Aurora University (2015-2018): NCAA III International Play: Swedish Division 2 (2018-2019); Watertown Wolves (2018-2019), Columbus River Dragons (2019-2020): FPHL 2x NA3HL Champion (2012-13, 2013-14), NA3HL First All-Star Team (2013-14) Schauer Abby Mercyhurst University: NCAA I (2019- Present) Scheid Lilia Augsburg University (2018-Present): NCAA III Schieldt Sophie Marian University: NCAA III (2010-2014) Schieldt Elizabeth Hamline University: NCAA III (2013-2015); University of Wisconsin: ACHA (2015-2018) Schiffman Hunter Lindenwood University: ACHA II (2016-2020) Schmaltz Jake Chicago Steel (2018-2019), Green Bay Gamblers "A" (2019-2021): USHL University of North Dakota: NCAA I (2021-Present) 2019: Round 7 #192 Overall by Boston Bruins Schmaltz Nick Green Bay Gamblers: USHL (2011-2014) University of North Dakota: (2014-2016) Team USA (2015-2017); Chicago Blackhawks (2016-2019), Arizona Coyotes (2019-Present): NHL; Rockford Ice Hogs: AHL (2016-2017) USHL Clark Cup Champion (2011-2012), USHL All-Rookie Team (2012-2013), USHL All-Star Game (2013-2014), World Junior A Challenge Gold Medal (2013-2014), NCAA NCHC All-Rookie Team (2014-2015), 2x NCAA NCHC Regular Season Champion (2014-2015, 2015-2016), NCAA Champion (2015-2016), NCAA NCHC Honorable Mention All-Star Team (2015-2016), U20 WJC Bronze Medal (2015-2016)' 2014: Round 1 #20 Overall by Chicago Blackhawks Schmitt Devin Bismarck Bobcats: NAHL (2008-2010) Milwaukee School of Engineering: NCAA III (2010-2014) NAHL Robertson Cup Champion (2009-2010) Schmitt Melanie University of Wisconsin: NCAA I (1999-2002) Scholz Grace Suffolk University: NCAA III (2018-2020) Schuchardt Sarah Hamilton College: NCAA III (2011-2015) Seefeldt Laura University of Minnesota: ACHA (2009-2012) Selbach Kristin University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point: NCAA III (2009-2011) Semandel Alec Cedar Rapids RoughRiders: USHL (2014-2015); Janesville Jets "A": NAHL (2016-2017) Lake Superior State University (2018-2020), University of New Hampshire (2020-Present): NCAA I Semandel Jacquezs University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire: NCAA III (2018-2019) Severson Lauren RPI: NCAA I (2017-Present) Shaw Keaton Bates College: ACHA III (2017-2018) Sheehan A.J. St. Olaf College: NCAA III (2009-2011) Sheridan Carson Saint Mary's University: NCAA III (2018-Present) Shuchuk Katarina Middlebury College: NCAA III (2015-2019) Shuchuk Maki Norwich University: NCAA III (2014-2018) 2x NCAA Champion (2016-17, 2017-18), 2x NCAA All-AcademicTeam (2016-17, 2017-18) Siesennop Tyler University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee: ACHA III (2016-2017) Siira Emily Sacred Heart University: NCAA I (2009-2010) Sirota Nick Spruce Grove Saints: AJHL (2004-2005) Northern Michigan Univeristy "C": NCAA I (2005-2009) Idaho Steelheads (2008-2009), Kalamazoo Wings (2011-2014): ECHL; Missouri Mavericks: CHL (2009-2011); Frisk Asker: Norway (2013-2014) CHL All-Rookie Team (2009-2010); ECHL Player of the Month (March) 2011-2012 Skibba Brett Springfield Jr Blues: NAHL (2011-2013); Green Bay Gamblers: USHL (2011-2013) University of Connecticut: NCAA I (2013-2014) NAHL All-North Division Team (2012-2013) Skille Jack US National U17 Team (2003-2004); US National U18 Team: NAHL (2003-2005) University of Wisconsin: NCAA I (2005-2007) Team USA U18 (2003-2005); Team USA U20 (2005-2007); Norfolk Admirals (2006-2007), Rockford IceHogs (2007-2010), Springfield Falcons (2013-2014): AHL ; Chicago Blackhawks (2007-2011), Florida Panthers (2011-2013), Columbus Blue Jackets (2013-2015), Colorado Avalanche (2015-2016), Vancouver Canucks (2016-2017): NHL; International Play (2017-Present) U18 WJC Silver Medal (2003-04); U18 WJC Gold Medal (2004-05); NCAA Champion (2005-06); U20 WJC Bronze Medal (2006-07); AHL All-Star Game (2009-10) Slinde Stephanie Lake Forest College (2010-2012), St. Norbert College (2012-2014): NCAA III Slinde Jeff Springfield Spirit (2003-2004), Dayton Gems (2003-2004): NAHL University of Wisconsin: NCAA I (2004-2005) Smith Kristen Post University: NCAA III (2018-Present) Smith Natasha St. Norbert College "C": NCAA III (2014-2018) Smith Jessica University of Wisconsin: ACHA (2014-2016); University of Minnesota-Duluth: ACHA II (2017-2019) Snyder Holly Minnesota State University-Mankato: NCAA I (2006-2010) Song Athena Cornell University: NCAA I (2018-Present) Sorem Crystal Ohio State University: NCAA I (2016-2017) Stettin Cody Duluth Clydesdales: SIJHL (2011-2012); Atlanta Jr. Knights: EJHL South (2012-2013) Northland College: NCAA III (2013-2014) Stewart Hayden Muskegon Lumberjacks (2011-2013), Dubuque Fighting Saints (2013-2014), Indiana Ice (2013-2014): USHL; Corpus Christi Ice Rays: NAHL (2012-2013) Cornell University: NCAA I (2014-2018) Cincinnati Cyclones (2017-2018), Orlando Solar Bears (2018-2019), Fort Wayne Komets (2018-2019): ECHL; Knoxville Ice Bears (2018-2021), Macon Mayhem (2019-2020), Birmingham Bulls (2020-Present): SPHL USHL Clark Cup Champion (2013-2014), NCAA ECAC Regular Season Champions (2017-2018) Stewart Jordan St. Cloud State University: NCAA I (2015-2019) Stillwell Tony Madison Capitols (2014-2015), Waterloo Black Hawks (2015-2016), Sioux City Musketeers (2015-2017), Green Bay Gamblers (2016-2017): USHL Brown University "C": NCAA I (2017-2021) Stoflet Evan Des Moines Buccaneers: USHL (2001-2003); University of Vermont: NCAA I (2003-2007) Corpus Christi Rayz: CHL (2007-2008); Utah Grizzlies (2008-2010, 2012-2013, 2016-2017), Bakersfield Condors (2009-2010), Elmira Jackals (2011-2012): ECHL; Copenhagen Hockey (2011-2012), Esbjerg Energy (2013-2014): Denmark; China Dragon: Asia League (2014-2016); ASC Corona Brasov: Erste Liga/Romania (2017-2018); Milton Keynes Lightning (2017-2018), Fife Flyers (2018-2019): EIHL; Briancon: Ligue Magnus (2019-2020) ECHL All-Star Game (2010-2011) Stormer Mara University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire: NCAA III (2009-2013) Stracka Hunter University of St. Thomas: ACHA II (2019-2020) Strassman Krystal Brown University (2003-2004, 2006-2007), Boston College (2004-2006): NCAA I Suino Francesca University of Iowa "A": WCHL (2016-Present) Sullivan Sloan Union College: NCAA I (2015-2016) Suter Garrett Green Bay Gamblers (2004-2005), Waterloo Black Hawks (2005-2006), Omaha Lancers (2006-2007): USHL University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point "C": NCAA III (2007-2011) Cincinnati Cyclones: ECHL (2010-2012); Madison Blues: GLHL (2012-2014) Suter Jake Owatonna Express: NAHL (2009-2010); Sioux City Musketeers "A": USHL (2010-2011); UMass-Lowell "A": NCAA (2011-2015) South Carolina Stingrays: ECHL (2014-2015); International Play: France (2015-2016); Eagle River Falcons: GLHL (2016-2019) NCAA Champion (2012-13), NCAA Regular Season Champion (2012-13) Suter Jess University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point: NCAA III (2004-2008) Suter Ryan US National U18 Team: NAHL (2001-2003) University of Wisconsin: NCAA I (2003-2004) Team USA U17 (2001-2002); Team USA U18 "C" (2001-2003); Team USA U20 "C" (2002-2005); Milwaukee Admirals: AHL (2004-2005); Nashville Predators "A" (2005-2012), Minnesota Wild "A" (2012-Present): NHL; Team USA "A" (2004-2007, 2008-2010, 2013-2014, 2016-2017, 2018-2019) NAHL All-Rookie First Team (2001-02), NAHL Second All-Star Team (2001-02), U18 WJC Best Defenseman (2001-02), U18 WJC Gold Medal (2001-02), U18 WJC Most Assists by Defenseman (2001-02), NCAA All-Rookie Team (2003-04), NCAA Third All-Star Team (2003-04), U20 UJC Gold Medal (2003-04), U20 WJC All-Star Team (2004-05), U20 WJC Most Assists by Defenseman (2004-05), U20 WJC Most POints by Defenseman (2004-05), Olympic Best Plus/Minus (2009-10), Olympic Silver Medal (2009-10), 3x NHL All-Star Game (2011-12, 2014-15, 2016-17), NHL First All-Star Team (2012-13), 4x NHL Highest ATOI (2012-13, 2013-14, 2014-15, 2018-19), NHL Best Plus/Minus (2016-17), World Championship Top 3 Player on Team (2018-19) 2003: Round 1 #7 Overall by Nashville Predators Suter Branden Madison Capitols "A": USHL (2016-2020) University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire: NCAA III (2020-Present) Suter Gary Dubuque Fighting Saints: USHL (1981-1983) University of Wisconsin: WCHA (1983-1985) Calgary Flames (1985-1994), Chicago Blackhawks (1994-1998), San Jose Sharks (1998-2002): NHL; Team USA (1985, 1987, 1991, 1992, 1996, 1998, 2002) USHL All-Star Game (1982-1983), USHL Clark Cup Champion (1982-1983), USHL Defenseman of the Year (1982-1983), USHL First All-Star Team (1982-1983), Calder Memorial Trophy (1985-1986), NHL All-Rookie Team (1885-1986), NHL Second Team All Star (1987-1988), Stanley Cup Champion (1988-1989), 5x NHL All Star Game (1986, 1988, 1989 1991, 1996), NHL Most Assists by Defenseman (1987-1988), NHL Most Points by Defenseman (1987-1988), Canada Cup Runner UP (1991-1992), NHL Most Goals by Defenseman (1995-1996), World Cup Gold Medal (1996-1997), Olympic Silver Medal (2002), University States Hockey Hall of Fame (2011-2012) 1984: Round 9 #180 Overall by Calgary Flames Sutterman Dan Peoria Mustangs: NA3HL (2011-2012) Boston University: ACHA II (2014-2016) Swanson Aaron Amarillo Bulls (2017-2019), Springfield Jr Blues "C" (2018-2020), Maryland Black Bears (2019-2020): NAHL; North Iowa Bulls: NA3HL (2017-2018) University of St. Thomas: NCAA III (2020-Present) Terrance Tommy Twin City Steel (2013-2014), Chicago Jr Bulldogs (2015-2016): NA3HL; Minnesota Owls: MNJHL (2014-2015) Northern Illinois University: ACHA II (2017-2018) Thousand Jacob Coulee Region Chill: NAHL (2016-2017); La Crosse Freeze: NA3HL (2016-2017); Kemptville 73's "A": CCHL (2017-2019); Wellington Dukes: OJHL (2018-2019) Colby College: NCAA III (2019-Present) Thurber Matt Omaha Lancers: USHL (2005-2008) University of Wisconsin (2008-2010), Northern Michigan University (2011-2013): NCAA I Bakersfield Condors: ECHL (2013-2014) USHL Clark Cup Champion (2007-08) Tremain Jordyn Robert Morris University: ACHA (2011-2015) Tress Erin Middlebury College: NCAA III (2010-2011) Truehl Chris Janesville Jets (2011-2012), Johnstown Tomahawks (2012-2013): NAHL Air Force Academy (2013-2015), Quinnipiac University (2015-2017): NCAA I International Play: EIHL (2017-2018) NCAA All-Rookie Team (2013-14), NCAA Champion (2015-16), EIHL Cup Champion (2017-18) Turnbull Holly University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire "C": NCAA III (2015-2019) Turney Alison Yale University: NCAA I (2001-2005) Tuttle Nathan University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee: ACHA III (2019-2020) Tylka Derek Dubuque Thunderbirds: CSHL (2009-2010); Wisconsin Wilderness: SIJHL (2010-2011); Minot Minotauros "C": NAHL (2011-2012) University of Oklahoma: ACHA (2013-2016) SIJHL Champion (2010-2011) Tylke Julia St. Cloud State University: NCAA I (2015-2019) HV71: SDHL (2019-Present) Udelhofen Carly Concordia University: NCAA III (2007-2008) Unser Lauren University of Wisconsin: NCAA I (2009-2013) NCAA Champion (2010-11) Unsworth Nicole SUNY-Plattsburgh: NCAA III (2018-Present) Vaness Danielle Bowdoin College (2006-2007), University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (2007-2008): NCAA III Vanko Alec Janesville Jets: NAHL (2012-2013); Chicago Steel (2013-2014), Madison Capitols (2014-2015), Youngstown Phantoms (2014-2015): USHL Minnesota State University-Mankato: NCAA I (2015-2019) Regluar Season Champion (2017-18 & 2018-19), NCAA Champion (2018-2019) Verkerke Zoe St. Catherine University: NCAA III (2012-2016) Vetter Brendan Wenatchee Wild (2011-2013), Kalamazoo Jr. K-Wings (2012-2013), Amarillo Bulls "A" (2013-2014): NAHL Lawrence University "A": NCAA III (2014-2016) Vetter Jessie University of Wisconsin "A": NCAA I (2005-2009) Team USA (2006-2016) 3x NCAA Champion (2005-06, 2006-07, 2008-09), 2x World Championship Silver Medal (2006-07, 2011-12), 6x World Championship Gold Medal (2007-08, 2008-09, 2010-11, 2012-13, 2014-15, 2015-16), NCAA Top Collegiate Player Finalist-Patty Kazmaier Award (2008-09), NCAA Top Collegiate Player-Patty Kazmaier (2008-09), World Championship All-Star Team (2008-09), 2x Olympic Silver Medal (2009-10, 2013-14) 2x World Championship Top 3 Player on Team (2010-11, 2012-13), World Championship Best GAA (2010-11) Vigy Jules International Play: France U20 (2016-2017), France3 (2016-2017) NAPHL 18U Champion (2015-16) Vincent Jack Janesville Jets "A" (2015-2019), Kenai River Brown Bears (2016-2017): NAHL; Merritt Centennials: BCHL (2017-2018) University of St. Thomas: NCAA III (2018-Present) Voge Stephanie St. Lawrence University: NCAA I (2018-Present) Vosters Caleb Wisconsin Whalers: NA3HL (2014-2016) Illinois State University: ACHA (2016-2019) Wanless Natasha Concordia University: NCAA III (2016-2020) Ward Jada University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire: NCAA III (2017-2018) Weigel Tyler University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire: NCAA III (2006-2010) Weigel Jason Des Moines Buccaneers: USHL (2003-2004); Soo Thunderbirds: NOJHL (2003-2004) Colby College (2004-2005), St. Johns University (2005-2008): NCAA III Weis Vincent Minnesota Magicians (2017-2018), Janesville Jets (2018-2019), Kenai Rier Brown Bears (2018-2019): NAHL; New Jersey Rockets: NCDC (2017-2018); Madison Capitols: USHL (2016-2017, 2019-2020) University of St. Thomas: NCAA I (2020-Present) Weiss A.J. 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Edwards To Play At Lindenwood
St. Louis Jr. Blues foward Jeremy Edwards has committed to play hockey at Lindenwood University in 2013-14. Lindenwood is an ACHA school with teams nationally ranked at both Division I and Division II. Lindenwood Head Coach Rick Zombo said, "I feel...
Nick Saracino Named Hockey East Rookie of the Week
WAKEFIELD, Mass. – Freshman forward Nick Saracino (St. Louis, Mo.) and freshman goaltender Jon Gillies (South Portland, Maine) earned weekly Hockey East honors following Providence's 3-3 tie at No. 4/5 New Hampshire on Sunday, Feb....
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A definitive list of the best Jason Statham movies all the way down to his worst, ranked by Tomatometer.
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All Jason Statham Movies, Ranked By Tomatometer
Once, during a long-ago era called The ’80s, Hollywood action heroes roamed the Earth with bulging biceps and names like Sly, Arnold, and Bruce. With a limitless supply of weapons and wisecracks, they saved the world countless times, only to be exiled to the land of Direct-to-Video for their trouble, where they wandered lost throughout the ’90s and much of the aughts. But they’re fighting their way back from extinction, thanks in large part to the tenacious efforts of steely-eyed roughnecks like Jason Statham, the veteran of latter-day genre classics like Crank, The Bank Job, and recent Fast and Furious sequels and spinoffs, who rose to stardom on the strength of his appearances in Guy Ritchie‘s Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels and Snatch. To celebrate his bravery in the face of indie dramas and romantic comedies, we’ve rounded up all of his major roles to offer a comprehensive look back at all Jason Statham movies, sorted by Tomatometer.
#1
Spy (2015) 95%
#1
Adjusted Score: 107638%
Critics Consensus: Simultaneously broad and progressive, Spy offers further proof that Melissa McCarthy and writer-director Paul Feig bring out the best in one another -- and delivers scores of belly laughs along the way.
Synopsis: Despite having solid field training, CIA analyst Susan Cooper (Melissa McCarthy) has spent her entire career as a desk jockey,... [More]
Directed By: Paul Feig
#2
Furious 7 (2015) 81%
#2
Adjusted Score: 94630%
Critics Consensus: Serving up a fresh round of over-the-top thrills while adding unexpected dramatic heft, Furious 7 keeps the franchise moving in more ways than one.
Synopsis: After defeating international terrorist Owen Shaw, Dominic Toretto (Vin Diesel), Brian O'Conner (Paul Walker) and the rest of the crew... [More]
Directed By: James Wan
#3
The Bank Job (2008) 80%
#3
Adjusted Score: 85620%
Critics Consensus: Well cast and crisply directed, The Bank Job is a thoroughly entertaining British heist thriller.
Synopsis: Self-reformed petty criminal Terry Leather (Jason Statham) has become a financially struggling car dealer and settled into a pedestrian London... [More]
Directed By: Roger Donaldson
#4
#4
Adjusted Score: 78687%
Critics Consensus: Lock, Stock, and Two Smoking Barrels is a grimy, twisted, and funny twist on the Tarantino hip gangster formula.
Synopsis: Eddy (Nick Moran) convinces three friends to pool funds for a high-stakes poker game against local crime boss Hatchet Harry... [More]
Directed By: Guy Ritchie
#5
Snatch (2000) 74%
#5
Adjusted Score: 79577%
Critics Consensus: Though perhaps a case of style over substance, Guy Ritchie's second crime caper is full of snappy dialogue, dark comedy, and interesting characters.
Synopsis: Illegal boxing promoter Turkish (Jason Statham) convinces gangster Brick Top (Alan Ford) to offer bets on bare-knuckle boxer Mickey (Brad... [More]
Directed By: Guy Ritchie
#6
The Italian Job (2003) 72%
#6
Adjusted Score: 78205%
Critics Consensus: Despite some iffy plot elements, The Italian Job succeeds in delivering an entertaining modern take on the original 1969 heist film, thanks to a charismatic cast.
Synopsis: After a heist in Venice, Steve turns on his partners in crime, killing safecracker John Bridger and keeping all the... [More]
Directed By: F. Gary Gray
#7
Fast & Furious 6 (2013) 71%
#7
Adjusted Score: 80614%
Critics Consensus: With high-octane humor and terrific action scenes, Fast & Furious 6 builds upon the winning blockbuster formula that made Fast 5 a critical and commercial success.
Synopsis: Since Dom (Vin Diesel) and Brian's (Paul Walker) heist in Rio left them and their crew very rich people, they've... [More]
Directed By: Justin Lin
#8
The Beekeeper (2024) 71%
#8
Adjusted Score: 83142%
Critics Consensus: Cheerfully undemanding and enjoyably retrograde, The Beekeeper proves that when it comes to dispensing action-thriller justice, Statham hasn't lost his sting.
Synopsis: In The Beekeeper, one man's brutal campaign for vengeance takes on national stakes after he is revealed to be a... [More]
Directed By: David Ayer
#9
#9
Adjusted Score: 85148%
Critics Consensus: Hobbs & Shaw doesn't rev as high as the franchise's best installments, but gets decent mileage out of its well-matched stars and over-the-top action sequences.
Synopsis: Brixton Lorr is a cybernetically enhanced soldier who possesses superhuman strength, a brilliant mind and a lethal pathogen that could... [More]
Directed By: David Leitch
#10
#10
Adjusted Score: 84285%
Critics Consensus: The Fate of the Furious opens a new chapter in the franchise, fueled by the same infectious cast chemistry and over-the-top action fans have come to expect.
Synopsis: With Dom and Letty married, Brian and Mia retired and the rest of the crew exonerated, the globe-trotting team has... [More]
Directed By: F. Gary Gray
#11
Wrath of Man (2021) 68%
#11
Adjusted Score: 81154%
Critics Consensus: Wrestling just enough stakes out of its thin plot, Wrath of Man sees Guy Ritchie and Jason Statham reunite for a fun, action-packed ride.
Synopsis: A mysterious and wild-eyed new cash truck security guard (Jason Statham) surprises his coworkers during a heist in which he... [More]
Directed By: Guy Ritchie
#12
The Expendables 2 (2012) 67%
#12
Adjusted Score: 72959%
Critics Consensus: Taut, violent, and suitably self-deprecating, The Expendables 2 gives classic action fans everything they can reasonably expect from a star-studded shoot-'em-up -- for better and for worse.
Synopsis: Mercenary leader Barney Ross (Sylvester Stallone), Lee Christmas (Jason Statham) and the rest of the Expendables team reunite when Mr.... [More]
Directed By: Simon West
#13
Crank: High Voltage (2009) 63%
#13
Adjusted Score: 65261%
Critics Consensus: Crank: High Voltage delivers on its promises: a fast-paced, exciting thrill ride that doesn't take itself too seriously.
Synopsis: After surviving an incredible plunge to near-certain death, Chev Chelios (Jason Statham) is abducted by Chinese mobsters. Waking up three... [More]
Directed By: Mark Neveldine, Brian Taylor
#14
Crank (2006) 62%
#14
Adjusted Score: 65671%
Critics Consensus: Crank's assaultive style and gleeful depravity may turn off casual action fans, but audiences seeking a strong dose of adrenaline will be thrilled by Jason Statham's raucous race against mortality.
Synopsis: Chev Chelios (Jason Statham), a hit man wanting to go straight, lets his latest target slip away, then he awakes... [More]
Directed By: Mark Neveldine, Brian Taylor
#15
Safe (2012) 60%
#15
Adjusted Score: 64876%
Critics Consensus: While hard-hitting and violently inventive, Safe ultimately proves too formulaic to set itself apart from the action thriller pack -- including some of its star's better films.
Synopsis: Luke Wright is a two-bit cage fighter, until the day he throws a fixed match. In retaliation, the Russian mob... [More]
Directed By: Boaz Yakin
#16
Cellular (2004) 56%
#16
Adjusted Score: 60676%
Critics Consensus: Though it's gimmicky and occasionally feels like a high-end cell phone ad, Cellular is also an energetic and twisty thriller.
Synopsis: Schoolteacher Jessica Martin (Kim Basinger) is abducted by ruthless crook Ethan (Jason Statham) and brought to a remote hideout, where... [More]
Directed By: David R. Ellis
#17
Gnomeo & Juliet (2011) 55%
#17
Adjusted Score: 59595%
Critics Consensus: While it has moments of inspiration, Gnomeo and Juliet is often too self-referential for its own good.
Synopsis: In Stratford-Upon-Avon, birthplace of William Shakespeare, Miss Capulet and Mr. Montague feud over whose garden is the better. Garden gnomes... [More]
Directed By: Kelly Asbury
#18
The Transporter (2002) 54%
#18
Adjusted Score: 57979%
Critics Consensus: The Transporter delivers the action at the expense of coherent storytelling.
Synopsis: Ex-Special Forces operator Frank Martin (Jason Statham) lives what seems to be a quiet life along the French Mediterranean, hiring... [More]
Directed By: Corey Yuen
#19
The Mechanic (2011) 53%
#19
Adjusted Score: 59401%
Critics Consensus: Jason Statham and Ben Foster turn in enjoyable performances, but this superficial remake betrays them with mind-numbing violence and action thriller cliches.
Synopsis: One of an elite group of assassins, Arthur Bishop (Jason Statham) may be the best in the business. Bishop carries... [More]
Directed By: Simon West
#20
Transporter 2 (2005) 52%
#20
Adjusted Score: 56147%
Critics Consensus: A stylish and more focused sequel to The Transporter, the movie is over-the-top fun for fans of the first movie.
Synopsis: Mercenary Frank Martin (Jason Statham) has accepted a job that seems easy enough, as chauffeur and bodyguard to young Jack... [More]
Directed By: Louis Leterrier
#21
#21
Adjusted Score: 59088%
Critics Consensus: Operation Fortune can't keep up with the best modern action movies, but it's got just enough firepower for viewers seeking a few undemanding thrills.
Synopsis: In the film, super spy Orson Fortune (Jason Statham) must track down and stop the sale of a deadly new... [More]
Directed By: Guy Ritchie
#22
Blitz (2011) 48%
#22
Adjusted Score: 48101%
Critics Consensus: A middling crime thriller largely assembled from wearyingly familiar parts, Blitz sacks a game Jason Statham's performance behind the line of genre scrimmage.
Synopsis: A tough cop (Jason Statham) goes after a serial killer who targets police officers.... [More]
Directed By: Elliott Lester
#23
The Meg (2018) 47%
#23
Adjusted Score: 64336%
Critics Consensus: The Meg sets audiences up for a good old-fashioned B-movie creature feature, but lacks the genre thrills -- or the cheesy bite -- to make it worth diving in.
Synopsis: Previously thought to be extinct, a massive creature attacks a deep-sea submersible, leaving it disabled and trapping the crew at... [More]
Directed By: Jon Turteltaub
#24
Redemption (2013) 48%
#24
Adjusted Score: 49615%
Critics Consensus: While it certainly has more on its mind than the average Jason Statham action thriller, Redemption doesn't quite capitalize on its premise -- or on its star's strong, committed performance.
Synopsis: A troubled war veteran assumes a new identity and becomes a vigilante in a bid to atone for his sins.... [More]
Directed By: Steven Knight
#25
The Expendables (2010) 42%
#25
Adjusted Score: 50475%
Critics Consensus: It makes good on the old-school action it promises, but given all the talent on display, The Expendables should hit harder.
Synopsis: Mercenary leader Barney Ross (Sylvester Stallone) and his loyal men take on what they think is a routine assignment: a... [More]
Directed By: Sylvester Stallone
#26
Homefront (2013) 42%
#26
Adjusted Score: 46835%
Critics Consensus: While it boasts a capable cast, the disappointingly dull Homefront hearkens back to classic action thrillers without adding anything to the genre.
Synopsis: Hoping to escape from his troubled past, former DEA agent Phil Broker (Jason Statham) moves to a seemingly quiet backwater... [More]
Directed By: Gary Fleder
#27
Death Race (2008) 41%
#27
Adjusted Score: 47116%
Critics Consensus: Mindless, violent, and lightning-paced, Death Race is little more than an empty action romp.
Synopsis: Framed for a murder he did not commit, three-time speedway champ Jensen Ames (Jason Statham) finds himself at Terminal Island,... [More]
Directed By: Paul W.S. Anderson
#28
Transporter 3 (2008) 40%
#28
Adjusted Score: 44224%
Critics Consensus: This middling installment in the Transporter franchise is a few steps down from its predecessors, featuring generic stunts and a lack of energy.
Synopsis: Mob courier Frank Martin's (Jason Statham) latest assignment pairs him with Valentina (Natalya Rudakova), the cynical daughter of a Ukrainian... [More]
Directed By: Olivier Megaton
#29
Parker (2013) 41%
#29
Adjusted Score: 45432%
Critics Consensus: Jason Statham is game as usual, but Parker is a thoroughly generic and convoluted heist movie.
Synopsis: Daring, ruthless and meticulous, Parker (Jason Statham) is one of the most successful thieves in the business. But when his... [More]
Directed By: Taylor Hackford
#30
Mean Machine (2001) 34%
#30
Adjusted Score: 35327%
Critics Consensus: Despite some genuine wit, this crowd pleaser is filled with too many cliches.
Synopsis: In a rough-and-tumble British prison, where murderers, thieves and assorted madmen are locked away, inmate Danny Meehan (Vinnie Jones) is... [More]
Directed By: Barry Skolnick
#31
The Expendables 3 (2014) 32%
#31
Adjusted Score: 40094%
Critics Consensus: Like its predecessors, Expendables 3 offers a modicum of all-star thrills for old-school action thriller aficionados -- but given all the talent assembled, it should have been a lot more fun.
Synopsis: Years ago, Barney Ross (Sylvester Stallone) co-founded the Expendables with Conrad Stonebanks (Mel Gibson). After Stonebanks became an arms dealer,... [More]
Directed By: Patrick Hughes
#32
Mechanic: Resurrection (2016) 31%
#32
Adjusted Score: 33020%
Critics Consensus: With little to recommend beyond a handful of entertaining set pieces, Mechanic: Resurrection suggests this franchise should have remained in its tomb.
Synopsis: Living under cover in Brazil, master assassin Arthur Bishop (Jason Statham) springs back into action after an old enemy (Sam... [More]
Directed By: Dennis Gansel
#33
Wild Card (2015) 32%
#33
Adjusted Score: 33978%
Critics Consensus: Hardcore Jason Statham fans may enjoy parts of Wild Card, but all other action aficionados need not apply.
Synopsis: A bodyguard (Jason Statham) goes after the sadistic thug who beat his friend, only to find that the object of... [More]
Directed By: Simon West
#34
Killer Elite (2011) 28%
#34
Adjusted Score: 32595%
Critics Consensus: A rote, utterly disposable Jason Statham vehicle that just happens to have Clive Owen and Robert De Niro in it.
Synopsis: Danny Bryce (Jason Statham), one of the world's deadliest special-ops agents, returns from self-imposed exile after his mentor, Hunter (Robert... [More]
Directed By: Gary McKendry
#35
Meg 2: The Trench (2023) 27%
#35
Adjusted Score: 37135%
Critics Consensus: It isn't without its fun moments, but Meg 2: The Trench suffers from a disjointed story that drifts for too long before finally delivering a few campy thrills.
Synopsis: Get ready for the ultimate adrenaline rush this summer in "Meg 2: The Trench," a literally larger-than-life thrill ride that... [More]
Directed By: Ben Wheatley
#36
#36
Adjusted Score: 26613%
Critics Consensus: John Carpenter's Ghosts of Mars is not one of Carpenter's better movies, filled as it is with bad dialogue, bad acting, confusing flashbacks, and scenes that are more campy than scary.
Synopsis: Long inhabited by human settlers, the Red Planet has become the manifest destiny of an over-populated Earth. Nearly 640,000 people... [More]
Directed By: John Carpenter
#37
Revolver (2005) 15%
#37
Adjusted Score: 16869%
Critics Consensus: In attempting to meld his successful previous formulas with philosophical musings, Guy Ritchie has produced an incoherent misfire.
Synopsis: Jake Green is a hotshot gambler, long on audacity and short on common sense. Jake served seven years in jail... [More]
Directed By: Guy Ritchie
#38
London (2005) 14%
#38
Adjusted Score: 14477%
Critics Consensus: Hampered by pretension and undermined by unlikable characters, London proves that the novelty of seeing actors play against type isn't enough to rescue a deeply flawed film.
Synopsis: Upon learning that his ex-lover (Jessica Biel) is leaving New York, a man (Chris Evans) named Syd crashes her going-away... [More]
Directed By: Hunter Richards
#39
Expend4bles (2023) 13%
#39
Adjusted Score: 19583%
Critics Consensus: Solid work from Jason Statham and some halfway decent set pieces aren't enough to make up for Expend4bles' lackluster action and cheap-looking effects.
Synopsis: A new generation of stars join the world's top action stars for an adrenaline-fueled adventure in Expend4bles. Reuniting as the... [More]
Directed By: Scott Waugh
#40
The One (2001) 13%
#40
Adjusted Score: 15740%
Critics Consensus: The One plays more like a video game than a movie and borrows freely from other, better sci-fi actioners, burying Jet Li's spectacular talents under heaps of editing and special effects.
Synopsis: In a stunning dual role, international star Jet Li portrays Gabriel Yulaw, a police officer confronted with a sinister form... [More]
Directed By: James Wong
#41
War (2007) 13%
#41
Adjusted Score: 14669%
Critics Consensus: Jet Li and Jason Statham find themselves on opposing sides in the immensely boring War, which is full of clichés but short on action.
Synopsis: After his partner and family are killed, FBI agent Jack Crawford (Jason Statham) becomes obsessed with revenge on an assassin... [More]
Directed By: Philip G. Atwell
#42
Turn It Up (2000) 10%
#42
Adjusted Score: 10794%
Critics Consensus: Reviewers say Turn It Up has a derivative feel, running through too many urban movie cliches.
Synopsis: In the ghetto, the only thing more dangerous than a gun is a dream. And gifted Brooklyn hip-hop artist Diamond... [More]
Directed By: Robert Adetuyi
#43
13 (2010) 7%
#43
Adjusted Score: 4400%
Critics Consensus: No consensus yet.
Synopsis: A desperate man (Sam Riley) takes part in an underworld game of Russian roulette in which gamblers place bets on... [More]
Directed By: Gela Babluani
#44
Adjusted Score: 5269%
Critics Consensus: Featuring mostly wooden performances, laughable dialogue, and shoddy production values, In the Name of the King fulfills all expectations of an Uwe Boll film.
Synopsis: As war looms in an idyllic kingdom, a man named Farmer (Jason Statham) begins a heroic quest to find his... [More]
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On June 22, 2017, then-New York Islanders forward Ryan Strome was flying from Toronto to Chicago. He was supposed to meet his brother, Dylan, at O'Hare International Airport, and together, they were going to attend the NHL draft to cheer on their youngest brother, Matthew.
While surfing Twitter on the plane, Ryan saw that there had been a big trade involving the Islanders and Edmonton Oilers, but the players involved had not yet been notified. By the time Ryan landed, he learned it was him.
"He called me as soon as he landed," Dylan recalls. "He was nervous but excited for the opportunity."
Ryan had been a first-round draft pick -- No. 5 overall in 2011 -- for the Islanders. But after scoring 17 goals and 50 points in his first full season as a pro in 2014-15, he had struggled to meet expectations. Edmonton would mean a fresh start.
Ryan loved being an Oiler. "People like to trash-talk Edmonton, but I enjoyed my time there," he said. "We had a great group of guys." In summer 2018, he signed a two-year, $6.2 million extension. His now-wife, Sydney, got a great job in the city, and then earned a promotion. But Ryan got off to a sluggish start in 2018-19, scoring just one goal and one assist in his first 18 games. And he was on the move again.
"Ryan sent a message in our group chat: 'Traded, waiting to find out where to,'" Dylan said. "Because they didn't tell him where. We were all kind of shocked."
He soon learned it was back to New York, this time with the New York Rangers, in a one-for-one swap for the also-slumping Ryan Spooner. Ryan Strome's career was at a crossroads. Traded twice in three years, the 25-year-old was at risk of being categorized as a first-round bust. "For so many years I was the youngest guy on the team, and then all of the sudden you're one of the older guys," he said. "It's funny how quickly things turn and the situation is so different."
Strome knew that being on the Rangers while they transitioned in and out of a rebuild added an extra challenge. "It's no secret the Rangers are trying to get younger," he said. And so with just a year and a half before he would become a restricted free agent again, Strome needed to prove he could fit into New York's future equation.
He is making his case to stick this time.
Just 53 games in, Strome is six points shy of matching his personal high in points and should break 20 goals for the first time in his seven-year career. It coincides with increased responsibility; Strome is averaging 19:29 per night, up nearly four minutes from his career average, and is playing his natural position of center on a regular basis. (The Islanders and Oilers often played him at wing.) When top center Mika Zibanejad missed a month to injury, New York gave Strome top-line minutes for the first time in his career, after he'd been buried behind John Tavares and Connor McDavid in previous stops. Strome also developed chemistry with Artemi Panarin -- "We think the game the same way; he likes to play give-and-go hockey, and make a lot of plays," Strome said -- which cemented his value even further.
"It feels good to prove to people that you can actually do it. Not just that you have potential, but you can actually live up to it," Strome said. "My confidence is at an all-time high. This is the place I've felt the most at home, the most liked and wanted by the staff and the coaches. It's been reciprocated in my play, and I'd love to stay here awhile."
Strome feels he has grown as a player a lot this season; filling in for Zibanejad was especially eye-opening. "Playing on the top line meant every night you're going against [Patrice] Bergeron and [Steven] Stamkos. Every team is giving you their top guys, which only challenges you more."
He also has had time to reflect on his career. "Looking back now, I'm much more equipped to handle the ups and downs," he said. "I'm seeing it now with Kaapo Kakko. There's so much pressure on high draft picks to be good right away, even though they're so young. The expectations of fans, especially with social media, can be a lot. I think every player takes a different path; some guys pan out later than others. It doesn't mean you're a failure."
Strome said some of his lowest points with the Islanders came when he was sent down to Bridgeport in the AHL. It always meant a lot to him when Islanders players reached out to him. It reminded him that the world wasn't ending; it's just hockey. "A message like that, just letting me know that they were thinking of me, went a long way," he said.
Now he tries to do the same with the Rangers. If a guy is sent to the AHL, Strome often will message him: "Good luck -- I'm sure you'll be back soon."
In some ways, his career has mirrored that of his brother Dylan, who was also a top-five draft pick who got traded early in his career. While Dylan never truly found his stride in Arizona, he is thriving in Chicago. And like Ryan, Dylan is hoping this could be his last stop.
Ryan will be a restricted free agent this summer. He said his agent has not had contract talks with the Rangers. "With the [trade] deadline coming, there are a lot of moving parts," he said. "So we'll see what happens in the next couple weeks."
Strome's good first-half play may have driven up his value, but he's not worried about getting a call on trade deadline day. "After being traded twice now, it's nothing that I can't handle," he said. "But I definitely want to stay in New York. I'm comfortable here. And I finally feel like I've found a really good fit."
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Emptying the notebook | What we liked this week
What we didn't like this week | Three stars
Biggest games coming up | Quote of the week
Emptying the notebook
• I mentioned the youngest Strome brother, Matthew, earlier. He was taken in the fourth round of the 2017 draft by the Philadelphia Flyers. I asked Dylan to give an update on how Matthew is doing.
"Started the year in Lehigh Valley [Pennsylvania] -- he's with their farm team in Reading now in the ECHL," Dylan said. "He's been down there a few weeks; hopefully he'll be back up soon. I think he's got a great future. He's a typical Philly-type player. He's big. He's rough and tough, like the Philadelphia type, but he also can score. He's gotta work on his skating a bit, but he's great player. [Matthew] got a lot of points in junior as well, and led his team to an OHL championship and was a big part of his team there. I think the Philly fans, when they see him, are going to love him."
• Sean Couturier came on the ESPN on Ice podcast on Wednesday and gave an update on teammate Oskar Lindblom, who is away from the team for the rest of the season as he battles a rare form of bone cancer. "I actually saw him last night," Couturier said. "Went over to Robert Hagg's place -- a few guys were there to try to hang out with him. He's been doing good, I think. We're trying to support him in every way we can. He's such a positive guy, such a nice guy. We're sure he'll fight through it."
• Ovi 700 watch will be on full effect this week, as the Capitals' captain sits at 698 career goals -- and could reach the milestone at home against the Islanders on Monday night, on the road against the Avalanche on Thursday or at the Coyotes on Saturday. After that, we'll be monitoring Alex Ovechkin's chase for Wayne Gretzky's career goal record (894). If Ovi keeps up his torrid pace -- he's on track for a 60-goal season -- it should come sooner rather than later.
Ovechkin has averaged 0.61 goals per game, which ranks fifth in NHL history (minimum 300 games played), including an NHL-best 0.59 rate since his 30th birthday on Sept. 17, 2015. Among players in the 700-goal club, only two scored at a rate of 0.5 goals per game or higher from the age of 30 onward: Phil Esposito at 0.57 and Marcel Dionne at 0.51.
What we liked this week
• The U.S. versus Canada women's game in Anaheim, California, drew 13,320 fans, the largest crowd ever to watch a women's hockey game in the U.S. America won the game 4-3, as Megan Bozek scored 42 seconds into overtime. The U.S. also won this year's series, 4-1. Kudos to the Anaheim Ducks, who did a heck of a job promoting the game. When it comes to women's sports, promotion matters.
• Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Elvis Merzlikins might just be the best story in the NHL right now. NHL Network analyst and former NHL goalie Kevin Weekes posted some interesting thoughts to Twitter. Weekes was the backup to Henrik Lundqvist during the King's rookie season. Weekes wrote: "Stylistically in the net, and in terms of early impact, Merzlikins reminds me of Lundqvist. It's a long road ahead, no doubt. But style, flare, technical, intensity, fire, performance -- very similar!"
• It has been lost a bit considering their plethora of injuries, but Evgeni Malkin is having a heck of a season for the Pittsburgh Penguins. Malkin is riding a four-game point streak into Tuesday's game against the Lightning (which should be a must-watch matchup) and is averaging 1.39 points per game, his best mark since the 2011-12 season, when he won the Hart Trophy.
• Here's a neat gesture from St. Louis Blues general manager Doug Armstrong.
• Could Raleigh be getting an outdoor game sometime soon? According to the News & Observer, Carolina Hurricanes GM Don Waddell submitted a written request to the Centennial Authority, asking for the PNC Arena landlord to contribute $200,000 to 250,000 "to assist in landing an NHL Stadium series game next season." According to the report, the Canes said in the request that they'd expect 50,000 people to attend, and that "the game likely would be played January or February 2021 in N.C. State's football stadium if approved by the NHL. No potential opponent was named."
• We've noted before that the Detroit Red Wings have fared exceptionally well against the Montreal Canadiens this season. Add the Boston Bruins to that list. The Red Wings shocked the previously red-hot Bruins 3-1 on Sunday for their 14th win of the season. Half of Detroit's wins have come against the Atlantic Division this season, and of those seven wins, five have come against Montreal or Boston.
What we didn't like this week
• The Arizona Coyotes could be facing stiff financial penalties for illegal pre-draft testing. According to Darren Dreger of TSN, "There are at least 20 incidents of the Arizona Coyotes fitness testing draft-eligible players." Each violation can carry a fine of $250,000 or more. The league is investigating.
• The Winnipeg Jets and defenseman Dustin Byfuglien are reportedly heading toward a divorce (Frank Seravalli of TSN had the news first), and it's sad to think of Big Buff's career in Winnipeg and maybe his NHL career period ending so unceremoniously.
Here's what Winnipeg captain Blake Wheeler told reporters this week: "I think it's a very Buff way to do it. Buff has always marched to the beat of his own drum. He's the type of guy that when his mind's set on something, that's the way it is. So I think that's probably where it's at today. Like I said, the way he played for this organization for eight years is kind of where I've come back to. Especially when you don't have him. You just really appreciate how hard he played every single night and how much you missed him."
• Last month, former NHL defenseman Brandon Manning, now in the AHL with Bakersfield (California), was suspended five games for directing a racial slur at Ontario Reign forward Bokondji Imama. Manning has returned, and on Friday night he faced Imama for the first time since the incident. Things got heated, and Imama and Manning fought (Imama won). It was quite the night for Imama and the Reign. He recorded a Gordie Howe hat trick as Ontario won 10-3. If this game was in any way cathartic for Imama, good for him. It's just unfortunate that a circumstance like this had to exist to begin with.
Three stars
John Tavares, C, Toronto Maple Leafs: The Leafs' captain scored five goals and recorded two assists in four games this week, including the winning goal in the waning seconds of overtime against the Ducks to preserve Jack Campbell's first win as a Toronto goalie.
Philipp Grubauer, G, Colorado Avalanche: The Avs goalie went 3-0 in three starts this week, allowing only three goals. That included a 31-save performance in a 2-1 win against the Blue Jackets in which Grubauer outdueled Merzlikins.
Mackenzie Blackwood, G, New Jersey Devils: When a Devils goalie plays well, we've got to give him due credit. Blackwood posted shutouts in both of his starts this week (stopping 37 saves against the Kings and a wild 46 shots against the Flyers).
Games of the week
Monday: New York Islanders at Washington Capitals (ESPN+)
Did we mention that Ovi Watch can be tracked on ESPN+? Our streaming service is carrying each of the Caps' next three games. The Isles are looking to climb back into one of the Metropolitan Division playoff slots (they're atop the East's wild-card race now). They'll be monitoring the health of defenseman Ryan Pulock, who left Saturday night's game after absorbing a tough hit from Alex Killorn. The Isles can't afford to lose Pulock, especially since Adam Pelech is out for the season with a torn Achilles.
Monday: Tampa Bay Lightning at Columbus Blue Jackets
This game deserves your attention. Over the past month, the Lightning and Blue Jackets have the most points in the league (19). They've both done it with stingy defense, as they're the only two teams averaging fewer than two goals against per game in that span. (Columbus has a ridiculous 1.18 goals allowed average, while Tampa Bay is at 1.92.) Oh, and perhaps the best storyline: It's a rematch of last season's first-round series in which the Blue Jackets improbably swept the Lightning.
Saturday: Los Angeles Kings at Colorado Avalanche (2020 Stadium Series)
This game, being played at the U.S. Air Force Academy's Falcon Stadium, should provide some pretty awesome optics, and I'm not just talking about Colorado's super-sharp special jerseys for the game.
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The ECHL has been represented on the last 15 Stanley Cup champions and there are 39 ECHL alums who have their name engraved on the Stanley Cup: Vice President of Hockey Operations Al MacIsaac, General Manager of Minor League Affiliations Mark Bernard, Director of Pro Scouting Ryan Stewart, players Scott Darling and Andrew Desjardins and pro scout Derek Booth (Chicago – 2015); assistant coach Davis Payne; players Kyle Clifford, Trevor Lewis, Martin Jones, Dwight King, Jordan Nolan and Jonathan Quick (Los Angeles – 2014) assistant coach Jamie Kompon, players Sheldon Brookbank and Daniel Carcillo, vice president/assistant to the president Al MacIsaac director of pro scouting Ryan Stewart and general manager of minor league affiliations Mark Bernard (Chicago – 2013); Dwight King, Jordan Nolan and Jonathan Quick (Los Angeles – 2012); assistant coach Geoff Ward, Rich Peverley, Michael Ryder and Tim Thomas (Boston – 2011); vice president Al MacIsaac, assistant coach Mike Haviland, associate coach John Torchetti and director of pro scouting Ryan Stewart (Chicago – 2010); head coach Dan Bylsma and Ruslan Fedotenko (Pittsburgh – 2009); Aaron Downey (Detroit – 2008); assistant coach Dave Farrish, Francois Beauchemin and George Parros (Anaheim – 2007); head coach Peter Laviolette, Andrew Hutchinson and Chad LaRose (Carolina – 2006); Ruslan Fedotenko, Nolan Pratt and Andre Roy (Tampa Bay – 2004); Corey Schwab (New Jersey – 2003); Manny Legace (Detroit – 2002); David Aebischer and Nolan Pratt (Colorado – 2001); Krzysztof Oliwa (New Jersey – 2000) and Kevin Dean (New Jersey – 1995). It is the 12th straight year that the ECHL has been represented by at least six coaches. There have been who have started their career in the ECHL have gone on to play in the National Hockey League, including 30 who made their debut in 2015-16. The ECHL has had 407 players reach the NHL since 2002-03 when it changed its focus to become the primary developmental league for the NHL and the AHL. The ECHL had 97 players reach the NHL in its first 10 seasons and 215 in the first 15 years. There have been 333 ECHL players who have played their first game in the last 11 seasons for an average of more than 31 per year. Five players have played in the ECHL and NHL in 2015-16: Ben Harpur with Evansville and Ottawa, Ross Johnston with Missouri and the New York Islanders, Mackenzie Skapski with Greenville and the New York Rangers, Garret Sparks with Orlando and Toronto and Scott Wedgewood with Adirondack and New Jersey. The ECHL had 74 players on NHL opening-day rosters in 2015-16 marking the 13th year in a row that there have been over 50 former ECHL players on opening-day rosters. The ECHL has affiliations with 25 of the 30 NHL teams in 2015-16, marking the 19th consecutive season that the league has affiliations with at least 20 teams in the NHL. The first ECHL player to play in the NHL was Johnstown Chiefs goaltender Scott Gordon, who played his first game with the Quebec Nordiques against Buffalo on Jan. 30, 1990. The 100th player honor is shared by Jean Sebastien Aubin and Manny Legace, who both made their debut on Oct. 21, 1998 with the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Los Angeles Kings, respectively. The 200th player was Brett McLean with the Chicago Blackhawks on Dec. 10, 2002 while the 300th was David Liffiton with the New York Rangers on April 11, 2006. The 400th was Phil Oreskovic on March 9, 2009 with the Toronto Maple Leafs while the 500th player honor is shared by Anthony Peluso and Darcy Kuemper, who both made their debut on Feb. 12, 2013 with the Winnipeg Jets and the Minnesota Wild, respectively. There were 31 coaches with an ECHL background who worked behind the benches of NHL teams in 2015-16 including Anaheim Ducks head coach Bruce Boudreau, Buffalo Sabres head coach Dan Bylsma, Nashville Predators head coach Peter Laviolette, New York Islanders head coach Jack Capuano and Minnesota Wild interim head coach John Torchetti. It is the 10th consecutive season that there have been 11 or more coaches with an ECHL background working in the NHL. There are 28 former ECHL officials scheduled to work as part of the NHL officiating team in 2015-16 with referees Jake Brenk, Francis Charron, Tom Chmielewski, Ghislain Hebert, Jean Hebert, Marc Joannette, Trent Knorr, Mike Leggo, Dave Lewis, T.J. Luxmore, Wes McCauley, Jon McIsaac, Dean Morton, Dan O’Rourke, Brian Pochmara, Kevin Pollock, Kyle Rehman, Chris Rooney, Graham Skilliter, Justin St. Pierre and Ian Walsh, and linesmen Steve Barton, Brandon Gawryletz, Matt MacPherson, Brian Mach, Tim Nowak, Bryan Pancich and Jay Sharrers. Former ECHL broadcasters working in the NHL include John Ahlers and Steve Carroll of the Anaheim Ducks, Dave Goucher of the Boston Bruins, Chris Kerber of the St. Louis Blues, Jack Michaels of the Edmonton Oilers, Doug Plagens of the Florida Panthers, Dave Mishkin of the Tampa Bay Lightning and Bob McElligott of the Columbus Blue Jackets. Former ECHL player Jody Shelley is an analyst with the Blue Jackets.Former ECHL coaches and players in Stanley Cup Playoffs (ECHL affiliate in parentheses): Anaheim Ducks (Utah Grizzlies) – Head coach Bruce Boudreau (Mississippi, 1996-99); Ryan Garbutt (Gwinnett, 2010-11) and Nate Thompson (Alaska, 2012-13) Chicago Blackhawks (Indy Fuel) – Scott Darling (Florida, 2011-12; Wheeling, 2012-13 and Cincinnati, 2013-14) and Andrew Desjardins (Phoenix, 2008-09) Dallas Stars (Idaho Steelheads) – Jordie Benn (Victoria, 2008-09); Vern Fiddler (Arkansas, 2000-01 and Roanoke, 2001-02) and Antoine Roussel (Reading, 2010-11) Detroit Red Wings (Toledo Walleye) – Assistant coach Pat Ferschweller (Roanoke, 1993-95); Luke Glendening (Toledo, 2012-13) and Petr Mrazek (Toledo, 2012-13) Florida Panthers – Goaltending coach Rob Tallas (Charlotte, 1994-95); Al Montoya (Charlotte, 2005-06) and Garrett Wilson (Cincinnati, 2012-13) Los Angeles Kings (Manchester Monarchs) – Assistant coach Davis Payne (Greensboro, 1992-95; Greenville, 1998-2000; Pee Dee, 2000-03 and Alaska, 2003-07); developmental goaltending coach Dusty Imoo (Dayton, 1991-92; Erie, 1991-92 and Cincinnati, 1991-92); Kyle Clifford (Ontario, 2012-13); Trevor Lewis (Utah, 2012-13); Jordan Nolan (Ontario, 2009-10); Dwight King (Ontario, 2009-10) and Jonathan Quick (Reading, 2007-08) Minnesota Wild (Quad City Mallards) – Interim head coach John Torchetti (Carolina, 1988-89; Winston-Salem, 1989-91 and Greensboro, 1993-95); Devan Dubnyk (Stockton, 2006-07) and Darcy Kuemper (Ontario, 2011-12 and Orlando, 2012-13) Nashville Predators (Cincinnati Cylcones) – Head coach Peter Laviolette (Wheeling, 1997-98); Anthony Bitetto (Cincinnati, 2012-13) and Carter Hutton (Toledo, 2011-12) New York Islanders (Missouri Mavericks) – Head coach Jack Capuano (Knoxville, 1996-97 and Pee Dee, 1997-05); goaltending coach Mike Dunham (Gwinnett, 2005-06); Jean-Francois Berube (Ontario, 2011-13); Eric Boulton (Charlotte, 1996-98; Florida, 1998-99 and Columbia, 2004-05); Christopher Gibson (Orlando, 2013-14); Jaroslav Halak (Long Beach, 2005-06) and Alan Quine (Stockton, 2013-14) New York Rangers (Greenville Swamp Rabbits) – Video coach Jerry Dineen (Winston-Salem, 1990-92 and Raleigh, 1991-92) and Dan Girardi (Charlotte, 2005-06) Philadelphia Flyers (Reading Royals) – Andrew MacDonald (Utah, 2007-08); Michal Neuvirth (South Carolina, 2008-09) and Mark Streit (Tallahassee, 1999-00) Pittsburgh Penguins (Wheeling Nailers) – Goalie development coach Mike Buckley (Mississippi, 2002-04 and Gwinnett, 2003-04); Tom Kuhnhackl (Wheeling, 2012-14) and Jeff Zatkoff (Ontario, 2008-09) St. Louis Blues – Ryan Reaves (Alaska, 2007-08 and Orlando, 2012-13) San Jose Sharks (Allen Americans) – Assistant coach Bob Boughner (Toledo, 1991-92); assistant coach Steve Spott (Richmond, 1990-91); assistant coach/goaltending coach Johan Hedberg (Baton Rouge, 1997-98); Micheal Haley (South Carolina, 2006-07 and Utah, 2007-08); Martin Jones (Ontario, 2010-11) and James Reimer (Reading, 2008-09 and South Carolina, 2008-09) Washington Capitals (South Carolina Stingrays) – Assistant coach Todd Reirden (Raleigh, 1994-95; Tallahassee, 1994-96 and Jacksonville, 1995-96); professional development coach Olaf Kolzig (Hampton Roads, 1990-92); Jay Beagle (Idaho, 2006-07); Stanislav Galiev (Reading, 2012-14); Philipp Grubauer (South Carolina, 2011-12 and Reading, 2012-13); Braden Holtby (South Carolina, 2009-10) and Daniel Winnik (Phoenix, 2006-07)
About the ECHLBegan in 1988-89 with five teams in four states, the ECHL has grown into a coast-to-coast league with 28 teams in 21 states and one Canadian province for its 28th season in 2015-16. There have been who have gone on to play in the National Hockey League after starting their careers in the ECHL, including 30 who have made their NHL debuts in the 2015-16 season. The ECHL has affiliations with 25 of the 30 NHL teams in 2015-16, marking the 19th consecutive season that the league had affiliations with at least 20 teams in the NHL. Further information on the ECHL is available on its website at ECHL.com as well as on Twitter and Facebook.
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Jaden Schwartz will get to share the Stanley Cup with friends, family members and hundreds of other people Saturday.
The Wilcox-born St. Louis Blues forward and teammate Tyler Bozak — a product of Regina — are to show off the NHL’s championship trophy during an event at the Legislative Building starting at 11:30 a.m.
But there’s one other person with whom Schwartz would love to celebrate Saturday. His sister, Mandi, died in April of 2011 at the age of 23 after a battle with acute myeloid leukemia.
Mandi certainly was on Jaden’s mind on June 12, when he first got to lift the Stanley Cup after the Blues defeated the Boston Bruins 4-1 in Game 7 of the NHL final.
“It was a family dream of ours,” Schwartz, 27, said Friday during a conversation with The Green Zone’s Jamie Nye. “We all grew up together and kind of trained together and played sports and hockey. I wanted to do this for her and I know how (difficult) it has been for my parents.
“Watching hockey gives them something to look forward to and kind of take their minds off things.”
Mandi played hockey at Athol Murray College of Notre Dame in Wilcox before attending Yale University. She was diagnosed with cancer in December of 2008 and fought it for 27 months before her death.
Jaden played junior hockey with the SJHL’s Notre Dame Hounds and the United States Hockey League’s Tri-City Storm before heading to Colorado College. He was selected by the Blues in the first round (14th overall) of the 2010 NHL draft, when Mandi was receiving treatment.
Jaden joined the Blues during the 2011-12 NHL season and has been in their lineup for the past seven seasons.
Throughout his career, he has thought about his sister.
“She’s on your mind all the time,” Jaden said. “You learn from her and, in different situations you go through, obviously (her battle) puts things in perspective really quickly.
“I learned that at a young age, having watched her fight and with what our family went through. It’s something that you carry with you forever and you learn from it. It’s a big reason — having her in my life and what we went through — why I’m here today.”
Jaden’s performance in the playoffs helped St. Louis capture the first Stanley Cup in the franchise’s 52 years of existence. He finished second among all players in the post-season with 12 goals and tied for third with 20 points.
The Blues were last in the NHL’s overall standings in early January before turning things around and making the playoffs. They then played 26 of a possible 28 games over four seven-game series to claim the Cup in Boston.
“It didn’t even feel real out there,” Schwartz said of the moment Alex Pietrangelo was handed the trophy. “It was just crazy. Everyone was so happy and excited.
“It’s such a hard trophy to win. That was a long couple of months of playoffs and we had to have a heck of a second half just to even get there. It was a lot of work by everyone. It was a huge relief and such an unbelievable group of guys to share it with.”
That included Bozak and Saskatoon’s Brayden Schenn. The presence of that trio meant the Blues were adopted during the playoffs by Saskatchewan residents who wanted to see players from their province bring home the Cup.
They’re doing just that this weekend. Schenn had the Cup in Saskatoon on Friday and Bozak and Schwartz will split time with the chalice on Saturday and Sunday.
“As a young kid, you watch a lot of Saskatchewan kids and you watch the NHL and this is obviously a huge goal,” Schwartz said. “To have this day is pretty special.
“To be able to share it with people who have helped you along the way and supported you your whole life, it’s kind of tough to put into words, but it means a lot to everyone.”
While at the legislature, Bozak and Schwartz are to show off the trophy, participate in a question-and-answer session and pose for pictures. 980 CJME’s Greg Morgan and Warren Woods are to be the emcees for the event.
“You don’t really know what to expect, but obviously everyone is very excited,” Schwartz said when asked what he anticipated from the event. “This is something that you’ve worked for your whole life (and something that) you’ve dreamed of.”
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The St. Louis Blues are a professional ice hockey team based in St. Louis. The Blues compete in the National Hockey League (NHL) as a member of the Central Division in the Western Conference. The franchise was founded in 1967 as one of the six teams from the 1967 NHL expansion and is named after the W. C. Handy song "Saint Louis Blues". They play their home games at the 18,096 seat Enterprise Center in downtown St. Louis, which has been their arena since moving from St. Louis Arena in 1994.
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The St. Louis Blues are a professional ice hockey team based in St. Louis. The Blues compete in the National Hockey League (NHL) as a member of the Central Division in the Western Conference. The franchise was founded in 1967 as one of the six teams from the 1967 NHL expansion and is named after the W. C. Handy song "Saint Louis Blues". They play their home games at the 18,096 seat Enterprise Center in downtown St. Louis, which has been their arena since moving from St. Louis Arena in 1994.[3]
The Blues won the Stanley Cup in 2019 and have the most Stanley Cup playoff appearances outside of the Original Six. Although frequent postseason contenders for most of their history, the franchise has usually struggled in the playoffs, including consecutive Stanley Cup Finals defeats at the end of their first three seasons. With the Blues' victory in their fourth Stanley Cup Finals, 49 years after their last appearance and in their 52nd year of existence, they became the final active team from the 1967 expansion to win their first Stanley Cup.
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By "Megalodon" of Battle of California
Wow. That was fast.
Friends, we are gathered here today along the charmingly muddy banks of the Mississippi River, beneath the magnificent arch (known as the "Gateway to the Western Conference semi-finals") to honor our fallen comrades, the 2011-2012 St. Louis Blues.
I know many of you have come from out of town (Red Wings fans, Blackhawks fans, and Sharks fans like myself, none of us with anything more important to do right now) so you might not be familiar with the unique atmosphere and local culture of St. Louis. First, I want to assure you that the smell you are all undoubtedly noticing is not the putrid rotting corpse of the Blues -- that's just how the air always smells this close to the Mississippi.
Sorry about that. Not much we can do.
Second, it's very important that while you are here you do NOT eat any "St. Louis-style pizza." Locals will attempt to trick you into trying it, telling you that the foul white gunk that covers it is something called "Provel processed cheese," but don't believe them. St. Louis citizens are notorious liars and tricksters, after all. This "Provel" is actually a mixture of industrial chemical run-off and "water" from the Mississippi River -- and is likely to kill unsuspecting outsiders.
Ladies and gentlemen, I know you are all as shocked as I am that the mighty Blues have been beaten so badly, so brutally, and so completely by the Kings.
How could this happen?
How could a team with superstar talent the likes of Andy McDonald ...
... and David Perron
and Brian Elliott …
… possibly lose?
This can't be happening. This ragtag bunch of misfits - SWEPT out of the playoffs? This charming and well-coached band of grizzled veterans and spunky young kids actually LOST? I refuse to believe it.
Oh wait -- this is real life? Not a movie? Oh. Oh I guess it makes sense then.
In real life, teams made up of ragtag misfits lose all the time. It doesn't matter how many players you have with funny initials like "B.J." or Ninja Turtle names like "Pietrangelo" - you actually need a whole bunch of GOOD players if you want to win.
The Blues put together an impressive regular season with this team but in the playoffs they were revealed for what they really have been all along: a bunch of sloppy greenhorns and washed-up old fools.
The most remarkable thing about the Blues' success this season, of course, is that they accomplished so much with their bizarre goalie tandem of Jaroslav Halak and Brian Elliott. And while Halak had put in some solid performances in previous seasons, one look at Brian Elliott's earlier career statistics proves that he unambiguously sucks. But, incredibly, the Blues turned him into an all-star!
Halak-Elliott was such a dominant goaltending duo that St. Louis fans actually felt confident enough to create and vote in a poll like this:
Do you smell that? That awful stink?
That's the Mississippi again.
But METAPHORICALLY, it's the smell of hubris.
The ability of the Blues to bounce back and forth between Halak and Elliott blinded the team to the remarkable madness inherent in trying to win critical games with Brian Elliott as your starting goalie. My poor Sharks had too many problems of their own to take advantage of the Blues, but as soon as St. Louis faced the Kings -- a good team with better players than the Blues at every single position -- their fate was sealed. The Blues were doomed.
In Game 1 of the Kings-Blues series, Los Angeles beat St. Louis at their own game and emerged victorious in a tight defensive match where mistakes were punished. Then in Game 2 ... jeez. I don't know. The team was completely unable to adjust to life without Alex Pietrangelo, and the Blues turned into the Blues Jackets.
The Kings got an early lead and then the Blues' inexperienced roster just imploded. Brian Elliott started playing like Brian Elliott always has every season except for this one. The Kings pushed the Blues around physically and the St. Louis players did nothing except piss their pants up and down the ice (it was ankle-deep, by the end of the game). The Kings opened the Roman Polak door, found a dude who kind of sucks at hockey, bounced the puck off of his face and then scored another goal. The refs tried their hardest to give the Blues a chance to make a game of it, but St. Louis finished the night ZERO for nine on the power play.
Ken Hitchcock totally failed to get his team back on track, and the Blues' season was basically over at the end of the first period of game two.
But then in Game 3 Pietrangelo came back! The Blues rallied around their young star and ... lost again. And then again. Oh drat.
Fans are looking for a scapegoat, because that's what fans do. A fair number are calling for the team to trade defenseman Barret Jackman, either because he sucks or because he's the one who hurt Jaroslav Halak.
I think trading Barret Jackman would be great ... for Barret Jackman. He'd have a chance to join the long line of people who have achieved success after escaping the dangerous back alleys of St. Louis. Jackman could be included in the same list as Chris Pronger, Brett Hull, Jon Hamm, and Twitter inventor Jack Dorsey (the last two of those guys, of course, left dreary St. Louis for sunny California, the land where dreams come true).
In the end, this team's miserable failure shouldn't really surprise anyone. It's perfectly in keeping with the grand traditions of the city they represent. The g̶r̶e̶a̶t̶ city of St. Louis was named after the French King Louis VIII, and the two things you need to know about him are 1) he persecuted Jews and 2) he failed miserably at all his crusades. It's clear that the Blues have totally embraced that second distinctive feature of King Louis VIII - i.e., they sucked and failed.
(As for further reasons to hate the Blues, I really can't comment anymore than I already have.)
So here we are. The Blues are done. Their amazing season ends with a plop. Once more the team has lived up to the second-rate nature of their city, bowing out and letting REAL cities, like New Jersey and Phoenix, take center stage. The Blues will return in shame to their homes in flyover country (which is really an inaccurate term, as pilots avoid flying directly over St. Louis because of the smell) and hockey will go on without them, the way it always has before.
Oh man, look at all the St. Louis fans in the audience here, crying into their cheap swill-beer. I'm sorry folks. Maybe I should end with a joke, to help you guys feel better?
How about this:
Hahahaha, that's a good one.
I hope you St. Louis fans can get through your depression quickly. It shouldn't be that hard -- you do have 45 years of practice, after all.
Just try to relax, forget your troubles, and enjoy your lives in the great state of Misery.
You've earned it.
(FYI: We know there are going to be some Red Wings fans in the readership wondering why a Detroit blogger didn't get a crack at the Blues after their Eulogy. We book these in advance of the playoffs, and the Sharks drew the Blues. Rest assured, a Red Wings blog is sharpening the knives for the Predators...)
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