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Archive for October, 2007
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October 8, 2007Downie Gets 20 Games
October 8, 200720-year-old prospect Steve Downie has been suspended for 20 games for his vicious hit on Ottawa Senators forward Dean McAmmond in Thursday’s exhibition game. The 20 games is the fifth longest suspension in league history.
NHL Signs Broadcast Deal With Food Network
October 8, 2007Commissioner Gary Bettman announced that the NHL has opted out of its contract with the Versus cable channel (formerly the Outdoor Life Network) and has reached a long-term broadcasting deal with the Food Network starting in the 2007-08 season. Food Network will schedule broadcasts of over 50 full-length hockey games and will carry Playoff action.
Marleau Signs 2-year Extension
October 8, 2007Patrick Marleau has re-signed with the Sharks, ending any trade speculation.
Canada Takes Super Series Opener
October 8, 2007Canada came from behind to beat Russia 4-2 on Monday to open the eight-game Super Series between the two countries.
Jeremy Roenick retires through text message
October 8, 2007One of hockey’s all time best players, Roenick announces his decision to retire the a text message to a Philly reporter.
Hockey Canada unveils Super Series sites
October 8, 2007Hockey Canada on Wednesday announced the four Canadian sites for the Canada/Russia Super Series, an eight-game exhibition between the countries’ best players under the age of 20.
See you in the playoffs!!!!
October 8, 2007New York Islanders clinched the last eastern conferance playoff berth in dramatic fashion which personally left me unable to breath for many minutes!!! AWESOME GAME!!!
Oilers trade Ryan Smyth
October 8, 2007It’s a sad day for Edmonton. Star forward Ryan Smyth has been traded to the Islanders for a couple of prospects and and a 1st round pick for 2007. Oilers have officially given up hope for the playoffs.
LEAFS TRADE FOR VESA TOSKALA
October 8, 2007The Toronto Maple Leafs have acquired goaltender Vesa Toskala and Mark Bell from the San Jose Sharks in exchange for several draft picks.