Sn 10 Ep 21: AHL All Star 2014, Aaron Sims, Brandon Astle & Stephen Meserve

  By Bob Howard | February 13, 2014 - 11:03 pm |
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AHL All Star 2014 Logo

AHL ALL STAR 2014 This week on the Power Play Post Show, Hosts Bob Howard & Megan Reiff bring an AHL All Star 2014 edition to the show to the airwaves. To start of the show the two hosts discuss a very successful All Star event from St. John’s NF as the AHL All Stars defeated the Swedish Hockey League’s Färjestad BK, who put on a great show in the SHL’s first competition in North America. The two also broke down all the latest news from around the American Hockey League. Hosts Bob and Megan also broke down the hot topic of the week which is who will fill the whole that Winnipeg will open when the Jets eventually leave St. John’s to head closer to … Continue reading →

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AHL Read This: Watertown’s John Parks with Crunch, AHL All Star Game, Dave Amadio AHL record

  By Bob Howard | February 8, 2014 - 6:15 pm |
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Watertown's John Parks

A look into the world of the American Hockey League outside of just the normal game re-caps. AHL All-Star Classic will tempt your taste buds Transcontinental Media Published on February 08, 2014 The American Hockey League Hall of Fame induction ceremony isn’t the only event happening away from the ice that’s being held in conjunction with the Assante Wealth Management All-Star Classic next week. A Taste of Newfoundland and Labrador, presented by Tourism Newfoundland Labrador, is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Monday at the St. John’s Convention Centre downtown.. According to a news release, “the convention centre will be transformed into an outport community providing all of our out-of-towners a first-hand experience of our rich culture and heritage. Read More… ——————————————- Pro hockey: Watertown’s John Parks, 46, enjoys … Continue reading →

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Sn 10 Ep 20: Bruce Landon, Landon Ferraro & Mike Fornabio

  By Bob Howard | February 6, 2014 - 10:28 pm |
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Landon Ferraro & Bruce Landon on the PPPShow

BRUCE LANDON STEPS DOWN FROM FALCONS This week on the Power Play Post Show, Hosts Bob Howard and Megan Reiff discuss all the latest news & notes from around the American Hockey League. Bob & Megan talk about all the recent trades that are effecting AHL teams, the addition of players to the AHL’s All Star roster and Bob’s thoughts on Bruce Landon stepping down as president of the Falcons. Bob & Megan also provide their very candid thoughts on the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics. Reports out of Sochi is that many hotels have unfinished rooms, odd plumbing, bad water, and other issues that have been tweeted by many media members. Other issues include courses for outdoor events being too intense causing injuries to athletes or … Continue reading →

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AHL Read This: Pirates Ron Cain signs lease agreement, Bruce Landon steps down, Copps no longer

  By Bob Howard | February 5, 2014 - 9:36 am |
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Pirates Ron Cain signs deal with CCCC

A look into the world of the American Hockey League outside of just the normal game re-caps. Pirates reach lease agreement with Civic Center By Chris Roy PORTLAND – The Portland Pirates have accepted the lease agreement from the Board of Trustees from the Cumberland County Civic Center, paving the way for the American Hockey League team to return to Maine’s largest city and bringing to an end a nearly year-long process that at times proved to be contentious on both sides. The trustees approved the latest lease by a 6-2 vote after the board met last Wednesday in executive session for roughly 65 minutes. Trustees Linda Boudreau of South Portland and Mitchell Berkowitz of Bridgton were the dissenting votes against the lease. The lease was sent … Continue reading →

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AHL Read This: Colborne speaks on Ben Scrivens, Mikael Samuelsson, Phantoms in Philly

  By Bob Howard | February 1, 2014 - 5:05 pm |
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Former Toronto Marlies Ben Scrivens

A look into the world of the American Hockey League outside of just the normal game re-caps. Former Ben Scrivens teammates abuzz after goalie’s masterful stoning of the San Jose Sharks BY KRISTEN ODLAND, CALGARY HERALD JANUARY 30, 2014 Joe Colborne’s phone started blowing up late Wednesday night and the Calgary Flames forward knew something was up. The incoming texts were from his Toronto Marlies buddies who, along with Colborne, had played with Edmonton Oilers goalie Ben Scrivens in the American Hockey League. Scrivens — Colborne had quickly found out — was having quite the game versus the San Jose Sharks. In the end, the undrafted former Toronto Maple Leaf and Los Angeles King from Spruce Grove had turned aside 59 (!) shots in a 3-0 … Continue reading →

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AHL Read This: Blues Jake Allen to Chicago, Cam Janssen knows his role, AHL in St. John’s

  By Bob Howard | January 31, 2014 - 5:10 pm |
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Blues Jake Allen sent back to the AHL

A look into the world of the American Hockey League outside of just the normal game re-caps. Return to AHL not keeping Blues Jake Allen down Friday, 01.31.2014 / 2:11 PM / AHL Update By Alyssa Dombrowski - Special to NHL.com Veteran goaltenders Brian Elliott and Jaroslav Halak have helped raise the St. Louis Blues back to a place among the elite teams in the NHL. However, it was around this time last year that Jake Allen made the League take notice that the Blues’ goaltending depth didn’t stop there. Recalled from the American Hockey League to replace an injured Halak in February and again in early March, Allen posted a 9-4-0 record in his 15 appearances with St. Louis, including one shutout. The significance of his performance, which earned him a spot on the NHL All-Rookie Team … Continue reading →

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Sn 10 Ep 19: Benn Ferriero, Bill Ballou and Chris Roy

  By Bob Howard | January 30, 2014 - 10:24 pm |
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Utica Comets Right Wing Benn Ferriero

BENN FERRIERO TALKS COMETS & CAREER On a brand new edition of the Power Play Post Show, Hosts Bob Howard and Megan Reiff return to break down and discuss all the latest news & information from around the American Hockey League and more.  The two hosts discuss the three outdoor games played this previous week in the NHL, Megan’s experience at Yankee Stadium and the differences between the LA & NYC outdoor games. Just before the show’s Top Two Player Standout segment, Bob and Megan broke down and explained the situations in Glens Falls, NY with the city’s mayor talking with an AHL team to bring that team to the city after the Phantoms move to Allentown, PA, plus the announcement that the Winnipeg Jets … Continue reading →

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Sn 10 Ep 18: Jonathan Bombulie talks Pens, Mike McKenna & Don Biggs from earlier seasons

  By Bob Howard | January 23, 2014 - 6:59 pm |
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Mike McKenna

THE RETRO EDITION OF THE PPPSHOW This week on the Power Play Post Show we go retro! This week’s show is dedicated to our journey to 10 seasons of covering the American Hockey League including one new interview with a guest who has been coming on since season 2 plus two great interviews from years past including our very 1st interview here on the PPPShow! This week’s special guests from around the American Hockey League: Jonathan Bombulie – Beat-writer – Citizen’s Voice – Penguins Insider/Penguins Pit - On Twitter: @CVBombulie - JB joined the show this week to talk about the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins, all the roster changes due to injuries up in Pittsburgh plus how rookie goaltender Eric Hartzell has played this season. Also check out JB’s new … Continue reading →

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AHL Read This: Pirates & Civic Center team up, Falcons defensemen, Canes/Leafs trade & more

  By Bob Howard | January 22, 2014 - 8:12 am |
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Nathan Dempsey

A look into the world of the American Hockey League outside of just the normal game re-caps. Portland Pirates, civic center back liquor-revenue bill Allowing arenas that hold a license to share income with teams would remove one obstacle in difficult lease talks. By Edward D. Murphy emurphy@pressherald.com Staff Writer AUGUSTA — Officials of the Cumberland County Civic Center and the majority owner of the Portland Pirates reached agreement Tuesday: Both supported a proposed bill that they said would remove one obstacle to a new lease allowing the hockey team to resume playing in the Portland arena. But, they said, the change in the law, which would allow the arena and the American Hockey League team to share liquor sales revenue, isn’t the only hurdle they face in … Continue reading →

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AHL Read This: IceCaps likely to be in Thunder Bay, Ont if Jets have their way

  By Bob Howard | January 21, 2014 - 2:35 pm |
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Could the IceCaps end up in Thunder Bay?

A look into the world of the American Hockey League outside of just the normal game re-caps. IceCaps owner may move team from St. John’s to Thunder Bay   CBC News Posted: Jan 21, 2014 1:55 PM NT Last Updated: Jan 21, 2014 2:40 PM NT The status and future of the St. John’s IceCaps were unclear Tuesday, amid reports that its parent company plans to move its American Hockey League franchise to Ontario. An IceCaps official confirmed, but soon after retracted, a report that True North Sports and Entertainment was moving its AHL franchise to Thunder Bay. The team is managed by a company owned by former Newfoundland and Labrador premier Danny Williams. But True North, which owns the NHL’s Winnipeg Jets, indicated that its team will eventually be playing hockey … Continue reading →

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