News and Notes

Quite a few bits and pieces of news going on in Everblades land.

- First up, Mike McKenzie. Looks like he was able to secure a deal with our old friends, the Houston Aeros. The Checkers were kind enough to release him from his deal. Considering the Checkers are drowning in forwards, it's a nice move to let McKenzie get the AHL time he deserves.

- John Muse was called up to back-up former Everblades Justin Peters in Charlotte. Peters' goaltending partner, Mike Murphy, was called up to the Hurricanes (and actually got his first NHL minutes in relief of Cam ward last night). I'm assuming either Brian Markowicz or Scott Darling will be making an appearance on the bench as back-up for Pat Nagle.

- The Blades made some moves recently to patch up our gutted roster. Last week we traded away Robby Dee for defenceman Jimmy Martin, his stats:



They also signed Augusta Riverhawks forward Lucas LaBelle. You may remember him from the try-outs at the beginning of the season. His stats:



An unofficial signing I've heard about that the Blades haven't announced yet is forward Todd Pocoke. He's an intern with Athletic Republic that works with the team and the Jr. Blades. His stats (I'm hoping these are his stats): Turns out I was wrong. No signing to see here, move along.




- One to file under the maybe Byng is crazy and reading way too much into Tweets from players:

This was directed at a forward named Kerry Bowman. His stats just because:



- OK, done with the roster stuff. $2 beer, wine and hot dogs tonight. Consider this your warning, if you don't show up early I can't guarantee I won't have sucked down all the wine by the time you get there.

- More importantly, Friday Toys for Tots will be collecting unwrapped toys. You get a buy one get one ticket voucher and a kid in need gets an awesome toy. Nobody loses.

- Last but not least, since the puppies have been working:


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News and Notes

Well, late afternoon is almost the same thing as early evening right? Either way, here's a quick round up of all the fun that's been happening:

- Both Bobby Goepfert and Jaroslav Janus were called up to the AHL, meaning we have neither of our top goalies.

- At least our wonderful Checkers Friends have sent me a picture from warm-ups before tonight's game of Bobby Goepfert. Look at him in his grown up jersey! Thanks Lisa!

- The team did sign Mike Zacharias, the goalie we picked up from waivers last week.

- The Lightning announced the signing of a new goalie. There is the possibility that we will either him or Janus. Not a garantee of course, but it would be great for us (and his development).

- Dusty Collins is back from Oklahoma City. Wonder which AHL team will try to poach him next.

- Tony Mosey was released from the team. Poor guy can't catch break.

- Woody over at the Blades' Blog had a sneak peek at the special jerseys the Blades will be wearing for their series. My opinion: They could be worse...

Friday Links

This late posting thing is turning into a bad habit. Oh well, super excited for the game tonight, even if the holiday jersey look hideous.

- Two players have been called-up to the AHL. And several IR related transactions were made yesterday. This is how the roster looks at the moment.



- Your Wikipedia hockey page for today- "Fantasy Hockey"

- How awesome are these vintage skates?

- This is probably the closest I'll ever get to driving a Zamboni.

- Top ten hockey superstitions. Need I say more?

- This hockey cake is a little different, and I like it.

- The Teddy Toss is this Saturday, load up on stuffed animals and be ready to throw them. Last year's was so much fun!



- Kitty time!


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Friday Links

Happy Friday! The Everblades start the first game of their road trip tonight against the south Carolina Stingrays.

- The Everblades finally made it official, Nick Tarnasky has agreed to play for the team. His stats:



- Defenceman Ethan Graham was called up by the Charlotte Checkers as well. That's the first call-up of the year.

- Your Wikipedia hockey page for today is all about the basics- "Ice Hockey Goaltending Equipment"

- I think I'm going to order this now for the playoffs.

- It's no secret I'm a huge fan of ECHL hockey. This story on the K-Wings Kory Karlander is amazing, and I have to admit, I got a little weepy.

- Have some extra hockey sticks laying around? Why not put them to good use?

- You may have already read this story on hockey in Kenya, for those of you haven't seen it, it's worth a read.

- Since it's not Friday without a kitty around here, enjoy.


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