Canucks 2010 Success Due In Part To Mikael Samuelsson

Ben Kuzma, The Province March 9, 2010 When the Canucks signed Samuelsson and traded for Ehrhoff in the offseason, they did more than plug gaping roster holes. They acquired players who arrived from winning organizations in Detroit and San Jose, respectively, franchises where the performance bar was set high. On an individual basis, Samuelsson and

Kaspars Daugavins Scores 16th Goal of The Year in 4-1 Win

The Binghamton Senators brought an end to their eight-game winless streak with a 4-1 win over the Lowell Devils on Wednesday at the Tsongas Center. Winger Karpars Daugavins scored his 16th goal of the season in the 1st period. The Latvian native now how 36 points for the season. Additional Reading: http://www.mlntherawfeed.com/minor-league-hockey/2010/3/4/lowell-devils-drop-4-1-decision-to-binghamton-senators.html

Sens Poised To Win By Not Making Deadline Move

NHL News (Blog) “Silent Sens aving noise for playoffs” March, 8, 2010 The lack of deals Wednesday could be also be good news to the Senators when it comes to their ability to retain one of their most-prized assets in defenceman Anton Volchenkov. He’s scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent after the season…With Volchenkov

Texas Showdown: Lindgren Assists in 4-3 Win Over Houston

Saturday night featured an old “Texas showdown” as the Texas Stars faced the Houston Aeroes. The Texas Stars (35-22-3-4, 77 Points) defeated the Houston Aeros (29-28-6-2, 66 Points) 4-3 on Saturday night in front of 6,110 fans at Cedar Park Center. Center Perttu Lindgren notched an assist in the win, his third of the season.

Shirokov’s goal helps Moose eke out OT win over Griffins

The inconsistent Manitoba Moose are back on the winning track. The Moose snapped a two-game losing streak with a 2-1 overtime win over the Grand Rapids Griffins in AHL action on Saturday night at Van Andel Arena. Mario Bliznak, celebrating his 23rd birthday, potted the winner with 1:05 left in the extra frame. Continue Reading:

Evgeny Dadonov’s 2 goals help Amerks cruise past Adirondack

Michal Repik scored two goals in the third period and Evgeny Dadonov added two goals, including the winner, to lead the Rochester Americans to a 5-2 victory over Adirondack Friday at the Glens Falls Civic Center. Continue Reading: http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20100306/SPORTS02/3060332

Getting to know … Anton Volchenkov

The Volchenkov File Born: Moscow Age: 28 (Feb. 25, 1982) Marital status: Married Size: 6-1, 226 pounds Position: Defence, No. 24 Previous teams: Binghamton Senators (AHL), Soviet Wings (Russian Super League) Continue Reading: http://www.ottawacitizen.com/sports/Getting+know+Anton+Volchenkov/2651236/story.html