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Centre I.C.E. Announces a Second Book Signing with Mark Howe
A second book signing with Hall of Fame defenseman Mark Howe will be held on September 19, 2014 beginning at 8:30 am until 9:30 am in the upper concourse at Centre I.C.E. Arena. Howe’s book, Gordie Howe’s Son: A Hall of Fame Life in the Shadow of Mr. Hockey, will be available onsite at a cost of $16 (unsigned) and $30 (signed) with a limit of two signed books per person. No other memorabilia will be signed at this event.
Mark Howe is a three-time NHL first-team All-Star defenseman and three-time Norris … Continue Reading
Transition Time: Athanasiou Ready to Start Pro Career
Not much intimidates Andreas Athanasiou including transitioning to professional hockey after four OHL seasons. the 6-foot-2, 200 pound forward had his most successful campaign last season with 49 goals and 95 points in 66 games for Barrie.
“I think it was a good year,” Athanasiou said. “I was coached by Dale Hawerchuck and he taught me a lot. I had the opportunity to play and be the turn to guy.”
Despite struggling early in the season, the 20 year-old signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Red Wings in November. The deal gave … Continue Reading
Underrated Backman Quietly Making His NHL Case
Mattias Backman isn’t getting the same fanfare as other Detroit prospects, but it’s not because he’s underperforming. The 6-foot-2, 176 pound defenseman has an assist and is a plus-1 through two NHL prospect tournament games for the Red Wings.
“I feel comfortable out there,” Backman said. “The rink size here is smaller, but I am learning every day. That is why I am here.”
This isn’t Backman’s first North American experience after he came over at the end of last season to finish the year with Grand Rapids of the AHL. The … Continue Reading
Ryan Sproul: Leading by Example
Ryan Sproul is leading by example at the 2014 NHL Prospect Tournament in Traverse City, MI. The big defenseman notched the Red Wings game tying goal leading to the eventual 6-5 victory over the St. Louis Blues in the Wings opening game.
“I am an older guy now,” he said. “I think it’s my third or fourth camp now so I am definitely trying to be a leader out there. It’s just a learning process and I remember the older guys helping me when I was new, so now its my turn.”
The 6-foot-4, … Continue Reading
