Archives for: July 2008
Doyle: Generals counter-sue former president Campbell
The legal battle between former Oshawa Generals President Trish Campbell and her former employer continue. Now it is the people she is suing that are seeking damages.
Doyle: Stamkos signs on the dotted line
You knew it was only a matter of time before Steven Stamkos signed his first pro contract with the Tampa Bay Lightning - and Tuesday it was officially taken care of.
Doyle: Family says Mickey Renaud died of heart condition
Mickey Renaud's family has broken their silence regarding the cause of his sudden death in February.
Doyle: Whalers grad Fournier staying in the family
After being a member of the Plymouth Whalers for five seasons, Andrew Fournier is going to remain close to the Compuware organization after signing with the ECHL's Florida Everblades.
Doyle: Otters sign top choice McKegg
When Labour Day Weekend comes along, the Erie Otters will have their top choice from the 2008 OHL Priority Selection in camp.
Doyle: Ottawa broadcaster passes away
The Ottawa broadcasting community is mourning the loss of a popular morning show host, who was also involved in the station's junior hockey coverage.
Doyle: Kingston prospect heading to USHL
Ethan Werek, the first round choice of the Kingston Frontenacs in 2007, is headed south of the border.
Doyle: Erie defenceman undergoes baseball surgery
Injury woes for Erie Otters defenceman Mitch Gaulton continue, but all involved are hoping he's officially hit rock bottom and everything is looking up from here.
Doyle: Guelph graduate on the move
The Chicago Blackhawks have traded Martin St. Pierre to the Boston Bruins for Pascal Pelletier.
Doyle: Greyhounds to play at Essar Centre
The new arena in Sault Ste. Marie had previously been named by a beer company. But after it ran into financial trouble, the city has found a new naming sponsor.
Doyle: Petes officially name McRae Head Coach
The Peterborough Petes have themselves a new head coach, turning to someone who graduated from the OHL as a player.
Doyle: OHL in Thunder Bay?
While it may appear to be a stretch, especially considering the geography, there are people in Thunder Bay who still appear confident that an Ontario Hockey League franchise could work in that city.
Doyle: 80% of Sting powerplay works out with Islanders
It's old home week for members of the 2007-08 Sarnia Sting, even if the venue is on Long Island.
Doyle: Jason Brooks named Guelph Head Coach
As was expected once Dave Barr moved on from the Guelph Storm to become an assistant coach with the Colorado Avalanche, long-time assistant Jason Brooks is taking over behind the bench.
Doyle: McDonough to try his hand in Austria
The Saginaw Spirit are hoping to see 45-goal scorer Ryan McDonough back in the lineup this season. But it appears he'll be playing in Europe this fall if all goes well.
Doyle: Former OHL scoring champ traded
A pair of junior hockey stars, who have yet to make an impact in the National Hockey League, are on the move.
Doyle: Hartsburg brings World Junior assistant to Ottawa
Reports today indicate new Ottawa Senators Head Coach Craig Hartsburg is going to pull another coach in from the CHL ranks to work alongside him on the bench.
Doyle: Whalers sign first rounder
The Plymouth Whalers are the latest deal to officially sign up their top choice from the 2008 OHL Priority Selection.
Doyle: Greyhounds sign first round pick
The Soo Greyhounds have officially inked 2008 first round pick Brock Beukeboom. The son of former NHL blueliner Jeff Beukeboom went 19th overall in the 2008 OHL Priority Selection.
Doyle: DeBoer and Graves join Generals ownership
The Oshawa Generals ownership situation has been settled, with some familiar names entering the fold.
Doyle: Arniel Remorseful Over Impaired Charge
When he was drafted by the Boston Bruins, Jamie Arniel had to answer questions about why he was not chosen earlier, and about his move from Guelph to Sarnia. Now he is having to answer even more questions while attending Boston Bruins camp.
Doyle: Dave Barr to Colorado Avalanche
For the second day in a row, someone is moving from behind an OHL bench to working behind a bench in the National Hockey League.
Doyle: Jim Hulton joins Florida Panthers
The NHL's Florida Panthers are going to get a bit more of OHL flavour.
Jamie Arniel charged with impaired driving
Sarnia Sting forward and Boston Bruins prospect Jamie Arniel has been charged with impaired driving in his hometown of Kingston.
Doyle: Veteran D-Man Ryan Wilson signs with Calgary
After completing his overage season with the Sarnia Sting, OHL veteran defenceman Ryan Wilson now knows where he'll start his pro career.
Doyle: Boedker signs with Phoenix
The Phoenix Coyotes have shown they are serious about letting Mikkel Boedker getting a chance to play in the National Hockey League this fall.