Archive for June, 2009

An Introduction: Stars Fantasy Season 2009-10

June 30, 2009
By Ben Ellis
An Introduction:  Stars Fantasy Season 2009-10

Okay, so I started a little project here at BDH about a week or so ago, and I’ve been mulling over whether or not I wanted to share it with the hockey world at large, as I wasn’t sure how interested everyone would be.  But, as it’s the internet and there TONS of stuff...
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Gorillas bring back former CHL “Rookie of the Year”

June 30, 2009
By Ben Ellis
Gorillas bring back former CHL “Rookie of the Year”

The Amarillo Gorillas announced today that they’ve signed David Nimmo, a former CHL Rookie of the Year, for the upcoming season.  They released the following statement: The Amarillo Gorillas have signed former Central Hockey League “Rookie of the Year” forward David Nimmo for the 2009-2010 season, the team announced Tuesday. Nimmo, 26 (07/25/82), rejoins...
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Stars Select Scott Glennie with 8th Overall Pick

June 26, 2009
By Ben Ellis
Stars Select Scott Glennie with 8th Overall Pick

The Dallas Stars drafted C/RW Scott Glennie with their first pick in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft.  While it came as a surprise to many in the Dallas area, and he may not be a name that was thrown around a lot before the draft, he’s a name with rising stock.  He finished #7...
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CHL’s Gorillas Will Not Relocate

June 23, 2009
By Ben Ellis
CHL’s Gorillas Will Not Relocate

The Amarillo Gorillas of the Central Hockey League will play the 2009-2010 season in Amarillo, the team announced Tuesday. “After receiving multiple offers from other arenas in Texas, I have decided to keep the team in Amarillo,” commented Gorillas Owner/President Randy Sanders. “The Gorillas have invested themselves in the Panhandle community, and I hope...
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Rocky Mountain Suspends Operations for 2009-10 Season

June 18, 2009
By Ben Ellis
Rocky Mountain Suspends Operations for 2009-10 Season

I’m putting this in the breaking news category, as it’s only a few hours old – The Rocky Mountain Rage announced today that they would be suspending operation in the CHL for the 2009-2010 season, effective immediately.  The CHL sent out the following press release: (Tempe, Arizona) -The Central Hockey League (CHL) announced today...
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Gorillas Re-sign Defenseman

June 18, 2009
By Ben Ellis
Gorillas Re-sign Defenseman

Amarillo, TX – Last season’s Gorilla defenseman Neil Smith has resigned with the Amarillo Gorillas for the 2009-10 season, the team announced Wednesday. Smith, 25 (05/12/84), will begin his second season with the Gorillas organization, where he racked up a team-high 109 penalty minutes over 39 games before being placed on season-ending IR on Valentine’s...
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Allen Americans Host Meet & Greet

June 13, 2009
By Ben Ellis
Allen Americans Host Meet & Greet

The Allen Americans held a meet-and-greet party on Friday at Dodie’s Place in Allen, TX, just adjacent to their future arena site.  The Americans wanted to put together a watching party for Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Finals, and also introduce fans and community to their latest acquisition – power forward Britt Dougherty....
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Nieuwendyk Playing with High Stakes

June 11, 2009
By Ben Ellis
Nieuwendyk Playing with High Stakes

I’ve been meaning to post for some time regarding the recent changes in the front office for the Dallas Stars, but have been side-tracked by numerous side projects.  So, please excuse some of the reactions in this piece for being a little dated, but by tying it all together with the very recent head...
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Allen Americans Sign Versatile Forward

June 9, 2009
By Ben Ellis
Allen Americans Sign Versatile Forward

ALLEN, TX – June 9, 2009 – The Allen Americans of the Central Hockey League (CHL) announced the signing of forward Bill Loupée today. “Billy is an exciting player to watch. He brings a lot of speed and quickness,” Americans Head Coach and General Manager Dwight Mullins said Tuesday. Loupée is known for his strong skating...
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