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There’s Always the Next Game.. Amerks Winless in 6 Straight

January 21, 2011 - By
There’s Always the Next Game.. Amerks Winless in 6 Straight

Kenndal McArdle scored a short handed goal two minutes into the second period and gave a glimpse of hope that maybe the losing streak would end.  Unfortunately the Amerks couldn’t hold on as the Monsters scored with five minutes left in regulation and then won the game in overtime.

The Monsters outshot the Amerks by a tally of 14-3 in the first period and then 19-5 in the third period.  WTF??  How do only three shots get through at a goalie in 20 minutes?  That does not even seem possible, leave it to the Amerks.  At least they kept it close out shooting Lake Erie 11-7 in the second period.

There’s always Friday night in Syracuse.  Or maybe Saturday in Hershey?  Doubtful.. but as a fan I’ll always be hopeful.

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Duco, Dadonov, Repik and Timmins Also Sent to Amerks

September 27, 2010 - By
Duco, Dadonov, Repik and Timmins Also Sent to Amerks

As the preseason slowly winds down it also means more and more roster cuts as the days go on.  After the Florida Panthers loss to the Montreal Canadians on Monday night the Panthers sent Mike Duco, Evgeny Dadonov, Michal Repik and Scott Timmins to the Rochester Americans.  You could also say they were cut from the roster.

Again, no real surprises.  Dadonov and Repik have shown they have some speed and scoring touches but not to the point yet of earning a full time roster spot.  Mike Duco fought Ryan White twice during the game but it apparently wasn’t enough to keep him on the roster any longer.  Scott Timmins was planned for Rochester the whole time.

Under the category of “not really paying attention,” it appears as if Carl Hudson hasn’t even put skates on yet in training camp.  According to Kevin O at Hockey O-Zone Hudson was told to check out and not allowed near the practice facilities.  Sounds like an interesting story brewing!

One player still with the Panthers that could be on their opening night roster is Kenndal McArdle.  With two surgically repaired shoulders McArdle plays with grit, speed, isn’t afraid to hit someone and [...]Read More

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McArdle and Grant Saturday Night Fight Videos

September 26, 2010 - By
McArdle and Grant Saturday Night Fight Videos

In preseason games players like Kenndal McArdle and Triston Grant are playing their hearts out trying to show some toughness and skill to keep them on the NHL roster for the regular season.  On Saturday night both of them dropped the gloves to try and show some energy and skills and here’s the results.  McArdle and Stuart was more of a wrestling match and Lucic had the upper hand on Grant but it was a decent fight.

(continue past the break to see videos embedded)

Kenndal McArdle vs Mark Stuart

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wzM0HSK2omE&feature=player_embedded

Triston Grant vs Milan Lucic

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5eBfswUTi5I&feature=player_embedded

Training camp on Monday morning at 10:15am at Blue Cross Arena, be there!

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Free Agency Impact on the Amerks, This Year, Last Year, Current Players

July 1, 2010 - By

The 2010 edition of free agency is set to begin at Noon EST today and we may not see immediate moves by the Florida Panthers and Rochester Americans but there definitely will be.  A lot of people still consider the Panthers a “bad parent club” but they did a very good job partnered with the Amerks in building a successful AHL team last season.  A few minor upgrades (defense and coach) and the team is already better.

One move that seems to have been overlooked is that the Panthers acquired Michael Grabner in a trade with the Vancouver Canucks.  The Panthers sent Keith Ballard and Victor Oreskovich to the Canucks in exchange.  Grabner has spent the majority of the past four seasons (180 games) with the Manitoba Moose and is good for 20 goals and 20 assists.  He’s not a veteran player based on games, but he’s a fast skater and team him up with a speedy center and we’ll have a reliable scoring line.

Jamie Johnson has already said that he’s been in contact with the Panthers and would be willing to come back.  Johnson was a leader on the ice and led the team in scoring.  He [...]Read More

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Panthers Extend Offers to Five Players

June 27, 2010 - By

The Florida Panthers made qualifying offers to five players this weekend and told five others that they would not be coming back.  No real surprises with any of those moves.

Kenndal McArdle, Jason Garrison, Mike Duco, Jordan Henry and Tyler Plante were all extended offers.

Andrew Sweetland, Luke Beaverson, Peter Aston, Dan Collins and Nick Tarnasky were all advised to hit the free agency market on July 1st.

Tarnasky is a player that will stand up for his team but offers little in terms of offensive capabilities.  Assuming Kenndal McArdle can stay healthy he could easily step up to fit the same role and have the ability to score.

Dale Tallon told the media at the NHL draft that he wants to try and get Jason Garrison locked up into a long term contract.  Garrison is likely a full time NHL player for the rest of his career at this point.

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Grading the 2009-2010 Amerks Player by Player

May 4, 2010 - By

One week ago today we were mentally preparing for game 7 against the Abbotsford Heat and hoping for a legendary game.  It certainly turned out to be a legendary game, unfortunately not in favor of the Amerks.  As sports fans, it’s the type of loss that will live with us forever until another Calder Cup is won.  Until that happens next season, there’s still a number of things to discuss about the one that just ended and I’ll start by grading each of the players.

Thanks to Eric Bourgeois (frequent reader, supporter and die hard Amerks fan) who contributed to this.  There’s a couple things I disagreed with him on and noted.  You may agree or disagree yourself on a lot of things said and I’d love to hear your thoughts.  These grades are based on a lot more than just a stat sheet.

Starting with highest grade to lowest:

Jason Garrison: A-
– He’ll have a full time job in the NHL soon enough.  Eric had him listed as a B+ but I gave him an upgrade.  The Amerks defense had issues all season and without Garrison in the lineup for the post season (2g+7a) things may have [...]Read More

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Contract Status for Amerks Players Heading into Next Season

April 29, 2010 - By

Now that the season is over for the Rochester Americans it’s time to take a look and see who is still under contract with the Panthers or Amerks, who is and who is not still likely to sign.  I grouped players by signed, likely to sign and RFA and UFA.  Under each category I put some guesses about the status of the players.

Currently Under Contract for 10/11:

Coaches: Benoit Groulx and Jason Cipolla

Goalies: Alexander Salak, Marc Cheverie

Defense: Michael Caruso, Keaton Ellerby, Adam Comrie, James DeLory

Forwards: Evgeny Dadonov, Michal Repik, Brady Calla, Graham Mink, Chris Taylor, Shawn Matthias, Victor Oreskovich, Eric Selleck, AJ Jenks

One Way: Clay Wilson and Jeff Taffe are signed but to one way contracts with the Florida Panthers.  If they don’t fit into their plans it’s still possible the Panthers will try and have them clear waivers to be sent to the Amerks.

***** Shawn Matthias has probably played his last game in the AHL and should be able to earn a job with the Panthers going forward.  Keaton Ellerby will be trying to earn a job as well but he has some work ahead.  It’s amazing that James DeLory is still under [...]Read More

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Kenndal McArdle Will be Healthy by Training Camp

April 8, 2010 - By

As expected, Kenndal McArdle is definitely done for the season but is expected to be healthy and ready to go by the time training camp starts in September.  McArdle is a restricted free agent this summer but I think it’s safe to say that the Panthers will extend him an offer to stick around.

Here’s what George Richards posted today:

Kenndal McArdle was expected to have surgery on his right shoulder in Fort Lauderdale on Wednesday.

McArdle, who played in 19 games for the Panthers this season, was lost for the season when he injured his left shoulder in the minors. McArdle had surgery on that shoulder six weeks ago. He says he should be healthy and ready to go by training camp.

I’m not too familiar with shoulder injuries, but hopefully with surgery on both shoulders they’ll be reinforced and ready for McArdle’s hard hitting style of hockey.

McArdle injured his shoulder in this fight with Zach Smith of the Binghamton Senators back on February 14th:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9ckw4tbfQw

The next time we’ll see him in Rochester will probably be the Panthers preseason game against the Boston Bruins.

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McArdle Injured in Fight with Smith, Video Included

February 15, 2010 - By

The Amerks had a 1-0 lead at the start of the second period and both teams were trying to take control and momentum, so what better time for a couple of players to put one a popular and enjoyable staged fight.  The two players to drop the gloves were Kenndal McArdle and Zack Smith.  Unfortunately Smith got the upper hand on McArdle and McArdle had to leave the game injured and did not return.  McArdle left the arena with one eye puffed up and his arm in a sling, not a good sign.

I could be wrong, but with McArdle having just missed a long stretch with a shoulder injury this season and also last season I wouldn’t expect him back quickly.

Here’s the video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9ckw4tbfQw

Enjoy and share!

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A Confident Amerks Team Effort Defeats Monsters

February 14, 2010 - By

If there was ever a time for a confident come from behind win it was Saturday night when the Rochester Americans did just that off a goal by Daniel Steiner with one minute remaining in regulation.

The North Division race is getting tight and the games have not been going well recently, but there’s a feeling in the locker room that things are changing for the better.

“I really sensed a different atmosphere with our team tonight.  Going into the third period we were really confident.  We were confident we would come out with a win,” Kenndal McArdle said.   “We were really confident we were the better team tonight.  I was really proud our group pulled together as a team.”

“It was a complete game.  It built off of last night (Friday vs Abbotsford) with low chances against and lots of scoring chances,” Jason Cipolla said.  “It was great our guys stuck with it and came through with two big goals in the third.”

One game does not correct a long stretch of mediocrity but it does prove that the team is capable and that recent issues have been addressed.  The way the players talked [...]Read More

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Weekly Amerks Injury Report

January 14, 2010 - By

Here’s a quick update on current injuries with the Rochester Americans that I know of.

Graham Mink – still having issues with his back and is hoping to play at least one game if not both this weekend.  He’s also scheduled to be Captain PlanetUSA at the All-Star Classic on Monday and Tuesday.  There’s barely any phsyical contact at that event so I imagine he’ll have no issues there.

Michael Caruso – hurt his shoulder last Friday early in the game and did not return.  He told Kevin O that he’ll likely sit out this weekend.

Mike Duco – when I stopped into practice breifly on Tuesday morning he was skating so I imagine he’ll be ready to play this weekend.

Steve MacIntyre – he has also been skating and should be ready to play.  The Amerks play in Syracuse on Saturday and I’m sure a heavyweight bout between him and Mirasty will be on the card.

And now for Mike York.  Here’s what Kevin posted:

Amerks VP of hockey operations Ted Nolan said Mike York will definitely be back with the team, but it still could be another two or three weeks.

Nolan said [...]Read More

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Amerks Monday Morning Injury Update

December 21, 2009 - By

The Amerks started out a strong team and have since turned into a team depleted by injuries and call ups. Straight to the point, Benoit Groulx said after the game Sunday evening that he does not expect anyone back in the next 10 days to two weeks. Still not a clear timeline but the fact he said that doesn’t paint a very good picture.

Here’s an update on who is hurt:

Alexander Salak (shoulder) – left the game on 12/20 with a shoulder injury. He is expected to visit a doctor today to find out what is wrong.

Luke Beaverson (shoulder) – he was injured on 11/6 and has missed the previous 19 games. Hurt by a nasty hit from Kevin Harvey.

Tyler Plante (knee) – he was injured on 10/21, played again on 11/28 but his knee acted up again. There has not been anything official said about what’s wrong with his knee. He has tried practicing several times but everytime he does his knee acts up again. He has missed 23 games.

Rory Fitzpatrick (hernia) – he last played on 11/12 and has missed a total of 17 games since. He has a missed a total of 23 [...]Read More

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