Search for your favorite player or team
© The Hockey News. All rights reserved. Any and all material on this website cannot be used, reproduced, or distributed without prior written permission from Roustan Media Ltd. For more information, please see our Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.
September 13, 1996
The Hockey News has been providing the most comprehensive coverage of the world of hockey since 1947. In each issue, you'll find news, features and opinions about the NHL and leagues across North America and the world.
Roenick trade alters identity
The Chicago Blackhawks certainly won’t be the same team without Jeremy Roenick, but as assistant GM Bob Murray points out, that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Getting playmaking center Alexei Zhamnov in the Aug. 16 blockbuster trade with the Phoenix Coyotes in return for Roenick may be the first of several moves the Blackhawks make to change their identity. “Alex is a different player than Jeremy, but we didn’t win with that lineup, so maybe we have to go at it a different way,” Murray said. “Maybe we’ll create more offense this way.” Zhamnov brings tremendous skill to the table. He also brings concerns in terms of character and health. “I wouldn’t call him a soft player,” said coach Craig Hartsburg. “When he’s playing at his best, he plays hard and competes, although not…
Say goodbye to rat pack
The rats are being exterminated. That’s the word from NHL GMs, who concluded summer meetings by endorsing a rule that would see home teams held accountable and penalized for any debris thrown on the ice during games. And that includes plastic rats, the rodent of choice selected by Florida Panthers’ fans during the team’s run through the 1996 playoffs. “The league has informed us it will not be tolerated this season,” said Panthers’ GM Bryan Murray. “They let it go (last year), but they felt it snowballed to extremes.” After Panther right winger Scott Mellanby killed a rodent in the dressing room Oct. 8, Panther fans celebrated goals by throwing toy rats on the ice. In the playoffs, it took Miami Arena workers more than three minutes to clear the ice of debris after…
Easton pioneers equipment technology
Easton continues to offer players the most advanced protective equipment on the market with the introduction of amazing new lines. What’s new in hockey gloves? The introduction of PLD (Pro Light Design). The new high end PLD models are designed for the player who wants the ultimate in a lightweight glove. It features lightweight construction, using ultra-light foams, thus maximizing performance with excellent control, touch and feel. This line includes these new gloves: The Pro 3000 (13 1/2”), GX3000 (13 1/2”), GX4000 (14 1/2”), and an exclusively Canadian glove, the Pro 4000 (14 1/2”). These comfortable streamlined gloves feature durable Eastech leather, ultra-lightweight construction, new Flex Grip design and Clarino palm. When it comes to protection, Easton offers the ultimate in ultra-lightweight protection with the introduction of the new Pro Light Design shoulder pads,…
Sommer joins Sharks, Brubaker off to San Antonio
The rest of the East Coast League won’t have to worry about facing two of its most successful and experienced coaches anymore. Roy Sommer of the Richmond Renegades and Jeff Brubaker of the Jacksonville Lizard Kings have moved on. Sommer, 39, joined the San Jose Sharks as an assistant under Al Sims and Brubaker, 38, was named coach-GM of the San Antonio Dragons of the International League. Sommer guided Richmond to two straight league titles and two first-place finishes. His record with the Renegades over four seasons was 155-78-27. He also coached the Roanoke Valley Rebels for one season. Brubaker took the Greensboro Monarchs to the Riley Cup final three of the six years he coached them-winning once-and guided Jacksonville to the league final last season before losing to the Charlotte Checkers. His…
Made possible with the support of
