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March 27, 1992
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Tigers change their history instead of repeating it
The Colorado College Tigers were anything but ferocious in their first 31 years in the Western Collegiate Hockey Association. But they showed their teeth this season. The Tigers captured fourth-place and homeice advantage for the first round of the playoffs with a 5-0-1 finish in their last six games. Their 14-14-4 record was their best mark since 1980-81, the last time they had home-ice for the playoffs. For most schools, accomplishments like these are not a big deal. But we’re talking about a school with a history of futility. To wit: The Tigers failed to win a game in 1961-62 going 018-0; set a league record with 33 defeats (4-33-fel) in 1987-88; finished last nine times, including “twice in the last five years. But the Tigers were a formidable opponent this year. They…
Backup a hot property
An injury to Bob Essensa allowed the Winnipeg Jets to take a good look at Stephane Beauregard. And they liked what they saw. Beauregard, 24, started three games on home ice in mid-March and allowed only two goals. Unfortunately for him, he could only muster a 1-1-1 record despite his exceptional. “Beauregard began the stretch by posting his second shutout of the season—and second of his career-in a 20-save, 3-0 win March 11 over San Jose. He played well in his next start March 13 against Hartford but came out on the short end of a 1-0 score. In his third start March 15 against Detroit, Beauregard helped the Jets salvage a 1-1 tie with Detroit. “I’ve got no control over that (lack of scoring),” said Beauregard, who was given the opportunity to start after…
Hab history has young Haller in awe of his new surroundings
Kevin Haller’s future with the Montreal Canadiens began with an immersion course in the team’s past. The 21-year-old rookie, obtained from the Buffalo Sabres for veteran Petr Svoboda at the trading deadline, was in awe of his new surroundings. Haller spent the better part of 13 hours getting to Montreal after the March 10 deal because of problems with the weather. When he finally got to the Forum he spent an hour, alone, soaking up the atmosphere of the Canadiens’ dressing room. “I’m just in awe of the whole situation,” said Haller, Buffalo’s first-round pick in 1989. “To wear the crest. It felt really good putting on that jersey.” If the dressing room aura wasn’t enough, Haller’s first game coincided with what was likely the last game at the Forum for former Canadien great…
NHL PRO SET SPOTLIGHT
Kay Whitmore chosen NHL’s Pro Set Player of the week Hartford Whalers’ goaltender Kay Whitmore has been named the NHL Pro Set player of the week for the period ending March 15. In three games, Whitmore recorded a 2-1-0 mark, including back-to-back shutouts, and a 0.67 goals-against average. New York Rangers’ defenseman Brian Leetch, with eight assists in three games, finished as runner-up for player-of-the-week honors. Throughout the 1991-92 season, Pro Set Inc., will donate $600 to the youth hockey organization designated by the player of the week. Pro Set will also contribute $1,200 on behalf of the player of the month and $8,500 for the player of the year award winner. Now in its second season as sponsor of these NHL Awards, Pro Set is contributing over $56,000 to youth hockey organizations across North America. Whitmore…