I got the chance to speak with Cornell university assistant coach, Brent Brekke who handles the defensemen as one of his jobs. We discussed Freshman defensemen and recently drafted Ryan O’Byrne, who was selected 79th overall this summer by the Montreal Canadiens in the third round. We also discussed how the team would bounce back … Continue reading Interview with Brent Brekke
The Hamilton Bulldogs continue to play some good hockey, and the Habs AHL prospects are a major part of the teams success. Currently Hamilton sits in first place in their division, as rookie coach Doug Jarvis juggles a lineup of veterans and inexperienced rookies, and so far the team has been impressive for the most … Continue reading Habs AHL/ECHL Update 12-9
QMJHL Michael Lambert- LW. Continues to play on the top line, where he leads his team in scoring. Played for Team QMJHL vs Team Russia in the remax games. Was able to score a goal in the loss. Sadly he did not get an invite to Team Canada’s selection camp for the U-20 tournament. Leads … Continue reading Update: Junior/Euro 12-7
PEI Rocket vs Moncton Wildcats 12-3 (5-5) By Dan Linn The PEI Rocket who boast 4 of the Habs prospects, take on a division rival, and look to build on their impressive lead over the top rated Cape Breton. They have a 3 point lead as they sit in first place in their … Continue reading Game Recap: Rocket vs Wildcats (12-3)
Hamilton Bulldogs vs Toronto Roadrunners 11-28 (3-2 OT) By Dan Linn The Hamilton Bulldogs return home to face the Roadrunners in a home and home series. The Dogs are looking to take over 1st overall in the AHL with a win tonight. In net tonight, J-F Damphousse gets the nod, verse Michael Morrison … Continue reading Game Recap: Bulldogs vs Roadrunners 11-28
Hamilton Bulldogs vs the Toronto Roadrunners 11-26 (3-1) By Dan Linn The Hamilton Bulldogs visit the Toronto Roadrunners for the 1st time in team history. After being teammates last year for many of the Dogs and Roadrunners, a new season and a new team will make that all but a distant memory. The … Continue reading Game Recap: Bulldogs vs Roadrunners
Hamilton Bulldogs vs Rochester Amerks (2-1 Lost) By Dan Linn Tonight the Bulldogs took on the Rochester Amerks, as the Dogs looked to extend their wining streak after sweeping the Milwaukee Admirals in back to back games. A win tonight and the Dogs would move into a tie for 1st overall in the AHL. The … Continue reading Game Recap: Bulldogs vs Amerks
QMJHL Michael Lambert- LW. Has really stepped it up this year, as he leads his team in scoring and is 2nd in the Q in scoring. He has been named to the Team QMJHL in the Remax games vs Team Russia. Playing on the top line and getting lots of PP time, Lambert so far … Continue reading Habs Junior and European Update
Since the last report, the Hamilton Bulldogs have been able to improve their play in all aspects, and have moved into first place in their division. The Hab prospects on the Hamilton team have been an important part of the recent success, with several players stepping up and getting on the scoresheet. Tomas Plekanec- … Continue reading Habs AHL/ECHL Update
The Habs currently have five goaltenders in their system, all playing in different leagues from the AHL, ECHL, Slovakia, Sweden, and Finland. Here’s how each has started off the new season. AHL Jean-Francois Damphousee-G. A free agent pickup this summer, Damphousse currently plays for the Hamilton Bulldogs. The former 1st round pick of the New … Continue reading Hab Goalie Prospect Update