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December 11, 1987
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Win More Important Than Goal To Froese
NEW YORK—To some, it was history. To others, it was just another contrived, careless, confusing NHL scoring decision. On Nov. 29, Bob Froese became only the second goalie in 70-plus seasons of NHL hockey to be credited with a goal, when Islander winger Brent Sutter inadvertently passed the puck into his own net during a delayed penalty situation. The TV replay and testimony of the players involved left little doubt that the scoring decision was in error, but the only person who seemed to show any regret was Froese. Reporters covering the game called for a further review of the tape, but both the home team and league officials involved seemed intent on allowing the goal to go into the record books. “I hope this doesn’t overshadow the fact that our team played a…
Bauer’s University Performers of the Week
CANADA WEST Senior center Sid Cranston scored nine points as Alberta swept Regina 8-5 and 13-4. Cranston had four assists in the 8-5 win and two goals and three assists in the 134 victory. ATLANTIC Left winger Dave Shellington scored three goals and five assists as the University of Prince Edward Island beat Moncton 3-1 and St. Mary’s 9-4. Shellington scored once and earned four assists against St. Mary’s. ONTARIO Left winger Mike Tomlak scored one goal and five assists as Western beat Lauren-tian University 8-2, improving his season totals to nine goals and 13 assists in 11 games. Performers of the week for the period Nov. 23-29.…
Tiger Puckstopper Pizzey Left Wisconsin In A Tizzy
Colorado College’s 1-10-1 Western Collegiate Association season hasn’t been one to remember, but it sure has provided goalie Derek Pizzey with a showcase for his talents. The junior puckstopper again proved he’s one of the best in the league, stopping 46 of 47 Wisconsin shots as the Tigers beat the Badgers 2-1 in Madison, Wise., Nov. 21. Best of all for Pizzey, he stopped the Badger fans from breaking into the chant of “Sieve, sieve, sieve” they traditionally level at opposing goalies. “It was nice to be able to shut them up,” Pizzey said. “It was nice to look back and just smile at them.” Pizzey’s talents haven’t gone unnoticed by the NHL. He was selected by the Chicago Blackhawks in last summer’s supplemental draft, but the selection was voided because he wasn’t eligible. Earlier…
Duncan Glad To Dump Bus Travel For Jets
WINNIPEG—Winnipeg Jet left winger Iain Duncan lists travel as a favorite hobby, but he isn’t too keen on American League bus tours. “Yes, it is an eye-opener,” said Duncan who was recalled from the Moncton Hawks to play on the Jets’ big line with Dale Hawerchuk and Paul MacLean. “No one likes being sent down. I’ve never been cut or sent to another team in any sport in my whole life. “Those long bus trips make you think a lot.” Fortunately, for the Jets’ sake, it appears Duncan’s ponderings have paid off. Since returning to the lineup Nov. 20 against the New York Rangers, the Toronto native scored four goals and two assists in five games, and awakened more than one opponent with his thundering body checks and rugged play in the corners. And…
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