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February 2, 1957
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Bruins Expect Terry Back in Time For Stretch Drive
BOSTON, Mass.— The Boston Bruins may have Terry Sawchuk back in their lineup in time to take part in the stretch portion of their National league schedule. That was the conclusion reached here as the Bruins set a mid-February date as the anticipated time of return for the absent goal-tender. The Bruins’ expectation, based on a statement attributed to Sawchuk in Detroit to the effect that he had been advised to rest for a month, was expressed by Manager Lynn Patrick. “It he rests for a month from the time of his last game (January 13), he may be back here the second week in February,” said Patrick. “Then he’ll need some time to regain playing condition, and that will probably take another week. So if he follows the schedule he says he’ll follow he…
Gadsby Ignored at Home But Wins Raves on Road
NEW. YORK, N.Y.— You might say that Bill Gadsby, Rangers’ outstanding defenseman, made the Second All-Star Team (first half voting”) in spite of the New York hockey writers. Gadsby, the real class man of the Blues, is probably the most lauded Ranger in five of the six NHL cities. In Manhattan, however, he’s lucky if his name cracks the lineup. Fortunately, oblivion has not overtaken the handsome Calgarian. He collected 33 points in the All-Star voting behind Doug Harvey (90), Red Kelly (4G) and Doug Mohns (43). And there’s still hope that the elder statesman of Rangerville can move into the charmed First Team circle when the final votes are counted in April. He’s done it before. Last year, for example. Gadsby — otherwise known of Dad’” to his teammates was mired on the second…
Sawchuck’s Chronological Departure
Here is the Terry Sawchuk’ case in chronological order:’ …… January 15 Morning—Sawchuk, scheduled to practice with the Bruins, visits President Walter Brown instead and tells him he cannot continue tending goal. Afternoon — After Coach Milt Schmidt is unable to contact Sawchuk, the Bruins; announce the recall of Goalie; Norman Defelice from the Hershey Bears to replace him. Evening — Schmidt and Sawchuk confer at Schmidt’s home in Needham, the goalie saying he might consider playing again after a rest, Schmidt urging him to follow that plan. January 16 Sawchuk remains in seclusion in the Newton apartment he shares with Bruins Allan Stanley, Don McKenney, Jack Bionda, Jack Caffery and Bob Armstrong. January 17 Afternoon — Sawchuk departs for Detroit after talking to newsmen and posing for pictures at South Station. Evening — Manager Lynn Patrick outlines…
You Asked for More Autographed Hockey Sticks!
Recently we ran a contest in which the winners were awarded a regulation N.H.L. hockey stick autographed by the players on their favorite team. Since closing that contest, we have been deluged with letters asking us to repeat it. The rules are easy. All you have to do is fill out the subscription blank below and mail it along with $2.00 (cheque or money order) to HOCKEY PICTORIAL “The World’s Official Hockey Magazine”. Six names will be drawn from subscriptions received not later than February 15th and winners names will be listed in a future issue of HOCKEY PICTORIAL. HOCKEY PICTORIAL, the exciting picture-packed magazine is read regularly by stars like Jeon Beliveau and Gordie Howe. This is the magazine that belongs in the homes off every true hockey fan. DON’T DELAY!…
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