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December 25, 1970
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Lack Of Offense, Edwards’ Injury Forces Revamping Of Wings’ Lineup
DETROIT— Faced with grave problems on defense, the Red Wings shuffled their borderline forwards. That’s the kind of season it has been for the Detroiters who keep struggling on the edge of the playoff race in the East Division. Roy Edwards, the Wings’ only experienced goalkeeper, suffered a hairline skull fracture during a loss to the St. Louis Blues and the high command called up center Rene Leclerc and rookie goalie Jim Rutherford from Fort Worth. Al Karlander and Jim Shires, fourth line forwards, were dispatched to Fort Worth and left wing Hank Monteith was given still another chance with the Wings. “It seems like some guys get 10 chances and others don’t get one,” Karlander said while packing for the trip to Texas. The switching of the fringe players raised some eyebrows considering the seriousness…
Ex-BC Stars Give U.S. Nationals New Look
BOSTON— Fans of Boston College and American amateur hockey in the Hub City received an early Christmas treat this year. The scene was BC’s McHugh Forum on November 29, where the varsity and freshman sextets were squaring off in their annual pre-season game. Midway through the first period, Numbers 15 and 7 appeared on the ice for the white jerseved frosh. Both numbers were unlistect on the program, but the crowd of 2,000 recognized their wearers instantly. “Hey, that’s Sheehy! And Ahearn too! they’re back!” The throng rose to its feet in applause and the band struck up “For Boston”. It was like old times. Tim Sheehy and Kevin Ahearn, two of the highest scorers in Eagle history, graduated last June and won berths on the United States National hockey team. On this surprise visit…
Kings Welcome Volmar’s Return
SPRINGFIELD— Big, hard-shooting Doug Volmar has returned to the Springfield Kings and just in time to keep the team from slipping out of a three-way fight for top spot in the Eastern Division with Providence and Quebec. Volmar was called up to Detroit when Gordie Howie was hurt. Volmar, a Cleveland, Ohio native, has come a long way in pro hockey. He had a big season with Fort Worth last season. The Kings do not own him but only obtained him on loan during the season. Doug is strong and tough and a great shot to have on the power play. He has as strong shot as any player in the NHL. His former college coach, Springfield native Amo Bessone of Michigan State, wonders why Volmar did not get a chance to play…
Johnston Fine, Disputed Loss Rankle Club
Baltimore BALTIMORE— News that AHL president Jack Butterfield had fined the Baltimore Clippers team captain and star defenseman. Larry Johnston, a whopping $500 for his alteraction with referee Ken Brodendistel in the 5-2 loss at Providence last month, has not set too well with Clipper general manager coach Terry Reardon and the local hockey huffs. The AHL news bulletin indicated that the Johnston fine represented the stiffest penalty Butterfield has meted out during his four year tenure as president of the league. “I strenuously objected to the assessment,” Reardon declared when notified, “and I hope to do everything I can to overturn the decision.” There were varying reports on the incident. The burly Johnston became enraged when Bodendistel whistled him down for a tripping infraction, and finally wound up with misconduct and game misconduct penalties.…
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