The rough start to the Blues season got a little rougher last night as the Winnipeg Saints downed the Blues 6-0 in front of 225 fans at the MTS Ice Plex.
It was the Blues second straight loss to the Saints, and 8th in a row overall.
The Saints struck early in the first, as the teams played a little four on four. Paul Crane would snipe a shot past Blues goaltender Brett Martyniuk to open the scoring.
Four minutes later Cole Pruden would make it 2-0. That was his first of 4 points on the night.
In the second, a period where the Blues needed to score first, it was the Saints who would strike early. Pruden would notch his second of the game on a nice pass from Kyle Bodnaruk, and it was 3-0.
The Blues would have their chance to get back into the game midway through the period when Kyle Stephenson would get a checking from behind penalty, unsportsmanlike, and a game misconduct. On the ensuing 4 minute powerplay, the Blues couldn't get the puck behind Saints netminder Michael Deslauriers, who was stellar all night.
The Saints killed that off then went to the powerplay themselves, and they'd capitalize when Tim Hayduk's shot from the point took a deflection and ended up on Richard Little's stick in front of the net. Little had a tap in, and the Saints were up 4-0 after two periods.
In the third, much the same for the Blues. They created a few chances, but just couldn't put the puck in the net. Midway through the third Shane Gingera found the puck on his stick about 6 feet in front of Martyniuk, and he made no mistake putting a shot just under the bar making it 5-0.
Jordan Davies would round out the scoring for the Saints after he was left alone in the slot, and fired a beautiful shot over the right arm of Martyniuk.
6-0 Saints.
The Blues now fall to 0-4-2-2 (4pts) on the season and are desperately looking to get into the win column. There next chance to do so is tonight (Friday), when they head to Credit Union Place in Dauphin to take on the 4-2-1-0 (9pts) Kings.
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Blues Struggles Continue
The first 7 games are in the books, and the Blues are still looking for their first win. The Blues fell to the Winnipeg Saints 4-1 last night in St. Adolphe.
After a scoreless but penalty filled first period, the Saints tallied three goals in the 2nd. Paul Crane, Kyle Bodnaruk, Shane Gingera were the goal scorers for the Saints.
Brad Olynyk would add a powerplay goal late in the 3rd to round out the scoring for the Saints.
Dustin Bruyere would notch the Blues only marker early in the 3rd, but Saints netminder Brent Wolfe would shut the door the rest of the way, stopping 31 of 32 shots for the win.
After a scoreless but penalty filled first period, the Saints tallied three goals in the 2nd. Paul Crane, Kyle Bodnaruk, Shane Gingera were the goal scorers for the Saints.
Brad Olynyk would add a powerplay goal late in the 3rd to round out the scoring for the Saints.
Dustin Bruyere would notch the Blues only marker early in the 3rd, but Saints netminder Brent Wolfe would shut the door the rest of the way, stopping 31 of 32 shots for the win.
Charlie Poque made 25 saves in a losing cause for the Blues.
The Blues now fall to 0-3-2-2 after 7 games.
These 2 teams will go head to head once again this Thursday night at the MTS Ice Plex. Puck Drop is set for 7:30.
Elsewhere last night the Portage doubled up Neepawa 6-3.
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Blues Still Looking For Elusive First Win
Overtime and shootouts continue to be the Blues nemisis, as they once again went to the extra frame and came away with only a single point.
Connor Stephenson scored his first of the season, Adam Stoykewych notched his second of the year, and Jason Gardiner continued to find the back of the net for the Blues, scoring his 6th and 7th goals of the year to take over the lead league. Gardiner has one more than Winklers Matt Loopkey.
Angus Klassen added a hat trick for the Kings, who now improve to 4-1-0-0 on the year. The Blues fall to 0-1-2-2, and are still looking for that elusive first win.
They'll have a chance tonight when they head to Winkler to face the 2-1-0-0 Flyers. The Flyers beat the Blues 7-6 in overtime last Tuesday night at the MTS Ice Plex in the only other meeting between the 2 clubs this season.
Puck drop is set for 7:30 tonight.
Connor Stephenson scored his first of the season, Adam Stoykewych notched his second of the year, and Jason Gardiner continued to find the back of the net for the Blues, scoring his 6th and 7th goals of the year to take over the lead league. Gardiner has one more than Winklers Matt Loopkey.
Angus Klassen added a hat trick for the Kings, who now improve to 4-1-0-0 on the year. The Blues fall to 0-1-2-2, and are still looking for that elusive first win.
They'll have a chance tonight when they head to Winkler to face the 2-1-0-0 Flyers. The Flyers beat the Blues 7-6 in overtime last Tuesday night at the MTS Ice Plex in the only other meeting between the 2 clubs this season.
Puck drop is set for 7:30 tonight.
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Terriers Blank Blues
Well, it wasn't pretty for the Winnipeg Blues last night at the MTS Ice Plex.
The Portage Terriers came into the new Blues home and made themselves very welcome by shutting out Winnipeg 7-0.
Terriers Brent Wold opened the scoring on the powerplay 5:47 into the first knocking in a loose puck behind Blues netminder Charlie Pogue.
It stayed that way until late in the period as Josh Dufresne snuck in from the point, took a nice feed from Cole Brunet and one timed a shot into the top corner with just 2 seconds left, giving the Terriers a two goal lead after 1.
In the 2nd, the Terriers once again scored early, this time 1:02 in, as Dylan Kelly and Cody Kostecki broke in on a 2 on 1. Kelly made a nice pass to Kostecki who made no mistake about it and the Terriers were up by three.
Midway through the period a scramble in front of the Blues net saw Pogue come up with a couple of nice saves, but Cory More would pick up a rebound and fire a shot into the open cage, making it 4-0 for the visitors.
The Terriers didn't let up in the third, and again scored early. Stephane Pattyn and Cole Brunet skated in 2 on 1, and Pattyn would keep the puck and fire a wrist shot past Pogue to increase their lead to 5-0.
The Blues did have their chances to score, but it seemed that it just wasn't their night. Patrick Henderson may have had the best chance, as Terrier goalie Jason Kasdorf was down and out, and the puck was sitting on the blue paint in the crease. Henderson got his stick to it, but Kasdorf stuck his big mitt out and snatched a sure goal away from Henderson.
The Terriers would add 2 more goals and leave with a 7-0 win, and Jason Kasdorf stopped all 22 shots he faced for his first shutout of the season.
That's the type of night it was for the Blues. The Terriers capitalized on a lot of their chances, while the Blues couldn't find the back of the net with theirs.
It doesn't get any easier for Winnipeg, as they'll welcome last year's MJHL and Anavet Cup Champion Dauphin Kings to the Ice Plex on Saturday. Puck drop is set for 7:30.
Dauphin currently sits undefeated at 3-0-0-0 (6pts) , while the Blues are 0-1-2-1 (3pts)
The Portage Terriers came into the new Blues home and made themselves very welcome by shutting out Winnipeg 7-0.
Terriers Brent Wold opened the scoring on the powerplay 5:47 into the first knocking in a loose puck behind Blues netminder Charlie Pogue.
It stayed that way until late in the period as Josh Dufresne snuck in from the point, took a nice feed from Cole Brunet and one timed a shot into the top corner with just 2 seconds left, giving the Terriers a two goal lead after 1.
In the 2nd, the Terriers once again scored early, this time 1:02 in, as Dylan Kelly and Cody Kostecki broke in on a 2 on 1. Kelly made a nice pass to Kostecki who made no mistake about it and the Terriers were up by three.
Midway through the period a scramble in front of the Blues net saw Pogue come up with a couple of nice saves, but Cory More would pick up a rebound and fire a shot into the open cage, making it 4-0 for the visitors.
The Terriers didn't let up in the third, and again scored early. Stephane Pattyn and Cole Brunet skated in 2 on 1, and Pattyn would keep the puck and fire a wrist shot past Pogue to increase their lead to 5-0.
The Blues did have their chances to score, but it seemed that it just wasn't their night. Patrick Henderson may have had the best chance, as Terrier goalie Jason Kasdorf was down and out, and the puck was sitting on the blue paint in the crease. Henderson got his stick to it, but Kasdorf stuck his big mitt out and snatched a sure goal away from Henderson.
The Terriers would add 2 more goals and leave with a 7-0 win, and Jason Kasdorf stopped all 22 shots he faced for his first shutout of the season.
That's the type of night it was for the Blues. The Terriers capitalized on a lot of their chances, while the Blues couldn't find the back of the net with theirs.
It doesn't get any easier for Winnipeg, as they'll welcome last year's MJHL and Anavet Cup Champion Dauphin Kings to the Ice Plex on Saturday. Puck drop is set for 7:30.
Dauphin currently sits undefeated at 3-0-0-0 (6pts) , while the Blues are 0-1-2-1 (3pts)
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Cleverley Invited To Canada West Camp
Winnipeg Blues Defenceman Connor Cleverley has been invited to Team Canada West Evaluation Camp roster for this year's World Junior 'A' Challenge.
41 players in total were invited to take part in the camp, which will take place in Penticton B.C
The Camp is scheduled for September 27th and 28th. Here's a list of MJHLers heading to the camp.
D Connor Cleverley (Winnipeg Blues)
D Jordan Neduzak (Winkler)
F Ryan Marshall (Swan Valley)
F Mitch Van Teeling (Dauphin)
F T.J. Constant (OCN)
Assistant Coach is Jomar Cruz (OCN)
The 2010 World Junior A Challenge will take place in Penticton November 8th to 14th.
You can see the complete roster by clicking here. http://www.hockeycanada.ca/www.hockeycanada.ca/index.php/ci_id/16980/la_id/1/ss_id/68000/nr_id/146543.htm
Congratulations and good luck Connor.
41 players in total were invited to take part in the camp, which will take place in Penticton B.C
The Camp is scheduled for September 27th and 28th. Here's a list of MJHLers heading to the camp.
D Connor Cleverley (Winnipeg Blues)
D Jordan Neduzak (Winkler)
F Ryan Marshall (Swan Valley)
F Mitch Van Teeling (Dauphin)
F T.J. Constant (OCN)
Assistant Coach is Jomar Cruz (OCN)
The 2010 World Junior A Challenge will take place in Penticton November 8th to 14th.
You can see the complete roster by clicking here. http://www.hockeycanada.ca/www.hockeycanada.ca/index.php/ci_id/16980/la_id/1/ss_id/68000/nr_id/146543.htm
Congratulations and good luck Connor.
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Flyers Edge Blues in OT
For the third straight game, the Blues headed to the extra frame, but once again gained only a point as the Flyers won the game 7-6 in overtime.
The Blues came out flying once again in the opening period, and were rewarded midway through when Jason Gardiner and Ben Morgan broke in 2 on 1. Morgan slid a nice feed over to Gardiner who calmly sent the puck under the crossbar giving the Blues a 1-0 lead.
Mike Wilgosh would tie it for the Flyers on the powerplay with 1:35 left in the first period, but the Blues would answer right back with their own powerplay goal. Paul Bonar let a shot go from the point that hit a Winkler stick and eluded Flyer netminder Peter Alexander. And the Blues lead the Flyers 2-1 after the opening frame.
In the 2nd the Flyers would once again tie the game on a powerplay as Jory Mullin was able to have three free whacks at the puck beside the Blues net and finally put the 4th past Blues goalie Brett Martyniuk to even things up at two.
The Blues would answer quickly yet again. With a delayed penalty coming up to the Flyers and the extra man on the ice, Evan Gravenor fed a nice cross ice pass to Peter Logan who put the puck past Alexander to restore the Blues lead.
The back and forth affair would continue a couple minutes later when Daniel Fainman skated into the Blues zone, dropped the puck to Kyle Wells in the slot who let a nice wristshot go that beat Martyniuk and the game was knotted at 3.
Winkler would take the lead for the first time in the hockey game midway through the period as Matt Loopkey let a shot go that deflected off a Blues stick and found it's way behind Martyinuk to give the Flyers a 4-3 lead after 2.
The Blues would tie the game early in the 3rd as Dustin Bruyere sent a pass looking for Adam Stoykewych who was streaking to the Flyers net. Winkler goalie Alexander got his stick on the pass, but it deflected up and hit Stoykewych and bounced in the net, tying the game at four.
Midway through the third Evan Gravenor would score a beauty. Gravenor picked up the puck just outside the Flyers blue line with speed. He then split the two Flyer defencemen, and while falling down managed to put the puck up and over Alexander to give the Blues the lead once again.
The game was far from over though, and just over 3 minutes later Mike Riffell let a shot go from the point, and once again it hit a stick, and managed to find it's way through a maze of players and into the back of the Blues net. 5-5.
With under three minutes to go, Winkler decided it was their turn to take the lead again, and Blair Osiowy fired a slapshot from just inside the blue line and gave the Flyers a 6-5 lead.
It stayed that way until late in the third. With Martyniuk on the bench for an extra attacker, the Blues swarmed the Flyer net and the puck ended up on the stick of Gardiner who knocked home the loose puck with 29 seconds left, and the Blues were heading to the extra frame for the third time in 3 games.
The game looked like it was destined for a shootout when the Flyers stole the puck at the Blues line, broke in 2 on 1, and Chapen LeBlond ended it for the Flyers.
Final score 7-6 Flyers.
Next action for the Blues is Thursday night when the Portage Terriers come to town. Puck drop is set for 7:30.
The Blues came out flying once again in the opening period, and were rewarded midway through when Jason Gardiner and Ben Morgan broke in 2 on 1. Morgan slid a nice feed over to Gardiner who calmly sent the puck under the crossbar giving the Blues a 1-0 lead.
Mike Wilgosh would tie it for the Flyers on the powerplay with 1:35 left in the first period, but the Blues would answer right back with their own powerplay goal. Paul Bonar let a shot go from the point that hit a Winkler stick and eluded Flyer netminder Peter Alexander. And the Blues lead the Flyers 2-1 after the opening frame.
In the 2nd the Flyers would once again tie the game on a powerplay as Jory Mullin was able to have three free whacks at the puck beside the Blues net and finally put the 4th past Blues goalie Brett Martyniuk to even things up at two.
The Blues would answer quickly yet again. With a delayed penalty coming up to the Flyers and the extra man on the ice, Evan Gravenor fed a nice cross ice pass to Peter Logan who put the puck past Alexander to restore the Blues lead.
The back and forth affair would continue a couple minutes later when Daniel Fainman skated into the Blues zone, dropped the puck to Kyle Wells in the slot who let a nice wristshot go that beat Martyniuk and the game was knotted at 3.
Winkler would take the lead for the first time in the hockey game midway through the period as Matt Loopkey let a shot go that deflected off a Blues stick and found it's way behind Martyinuk to give the Flyers a 4-3 lead after 2.
The Blues would tie the game early in the 3rd as Dustin Bruyere sent a pass looking for Adam Stoykewych who was streaking to the Flyers net. Winkler goalie Alexander got his stick on the pass, but it deflected up and hit Stoykewych and bounced in the net, tying the game at four.
Midway through the third Evan Gravenor would score a beauty. Gravenor picked up the puck just outside the Flyers blue line with speed. He then split the two Flyer defencemen, and while falling down managed to put the puck up and over Alexander to give the Blues the lead once again.
The game was far from over though, and just over 3 minutes later Mike Riffell let a shot go from the point, and once again it hit a stick, and managed to find it's way through a maze of players and into the back of the Blues net. 5-5.
With under three minutes to go, Winkler decided it was their turn to take the lead again, and Blair Osiowy fired a slapshot from just inside the blue line and gave the Flyers a 6-5 lead.
It stayed that way until late in the third. With Martyniuk on the bench for an extra attacker, the Blues swarmed the Flyer net and the puck ended up on the stick of Gardiner who knocked home the loose puck with 29 seconds left, and the Blues were heading to the extra frame for the third time in 3 games.
The game looked like it was destined for a shootout when the Flyers stole the puck at the Blues line, broke in 2 on 1, and Chapen LeBlond ended it for the Flyers.
Final score 7-6 Flyers.
Next action for the Blues is Thursday night when the Portage Terriers come to town. Puck drop is set for 7:30.
Monday, September 20, 2010
Winnipeg Blues: The Week That Was / The Week Ahead
The Week That Was
Well the Blues officially opened up their regular season this past week, when the puck dropped on Friday night in front of over a thousand fans at the MTS Ice Plex. The Selkirk Steelers took the game 4-3 in a shoot out, but to everyone in attendance, the talk was about the new facility, the new season, and calibre of the players in the MJHL.
One night later, the Blues and Steelers played game 2 of their home and home series in Selkirk, and once again the score ended 4-3 for Steelers. It took overtime this time, but both teams put on a show for the fans on the opening weekend of the 2010/11 MJHL season.
The Week Ahead
A busy week for the Blues, who have 4 games this week, including 3 on home ice. On Tuesday the Blues welcome the Winkler Flyers for their first visit to the Ice Plex. Thursday the Portage Terriers come to town. Saturday will see the Blues face the defending MJHL Champion Dauphin Kings for the first time this season, and on Sunday the Blues hit the road and head to Winkler to face the Flyers.
Puck drops at 7:30 for all games this week.
Well the Blues officially opened up their regular season this past week, when the puck dropped on Friday night in front of over a thousand fans at the MTS Ice Plex. The Selkirk Steelers took the game 4-3 in a shoot out, but to everyone in attendance, the talk was about the new facility, the new season, and calibre of the players in the MJHL.
One night later, the Blues and Steelers played game 2 of their home and home series in Selkirk, and once again the score ended 4-3 for Steelers. It took overtime this time, but both teams put on a show for the fans on the opening weekend of the 2010/11 MJHL season.
The Week Ahead
A busy week for the Blues, who have 4 games this week, including 3 on home ice. On Tuesday the Blues welcome the Winkler Flyers for their first visit to the Ice Plex. Thursday the Portage Terriers come to town. Saturday will see the Blues face the defending MJHL Champion Dauphin Kings for the first time this season, and on Sunday the Blues hit the road and head to Winkler to face the Flyers.
Puck drops at 7:30 for all games this week.
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Blues Fall To Steelers in OT
For the second straight night, the Blues and Steelers needed extra time to decide a winner. And for the second straight night, it was the Steelers who came away with the win.
Colan Jackson put home the winner on the powerplay, 1:55 into the extra frame to improve the Steelers record to 2-0-0-0. The Blues fall to 0-0-1-1 after the opening weekend.
Evan Gravenor, Andrew Hewitt, and Jeff Borse all notched their first goals of the year in a losing cause.
Next action for the Blues goes this Tuesday night back at the MTS Ice Plex against the Winkler Flyers.
Puck Drop is set for 7:30.
Colan Jackson put home the winner on the powerplay, 1:55 into the extra frame to improve the Steelers record to 2-0-0-0. The Blues fall to 0-0-1-1 after the opening weekend.
Evan Gravenor, Andrew Hewitt, and Jeff Borse all notched their first goals of the year in a losing cause.
Next action for the Blues goes this Tuesday night back at the MTS Ice Plex against the Winkler Flyers.
Puck Drop is set for 7:30.
Blues Opening Night Success Despite Loss
The Winnipeg Blues had what was one of their best Home Openers in recent years this past Friday, September 17th.
Althought the Blues lost in a shoot out to their division rivals the Selkirk Steelers (to see the game summary click here) http://www.mjhlhockey.ca/gamesummary.aspx?game_id=2081 , the over one thousand fans that packed the new Blues home at the MTS Ice Plex saw a fantastic hockey game, and the atmosphere inside the building was electric. Selkirk may have won the game, but everyone in attendance was buzzing about the great hockey, the new facility, and the excitement of starting a brand new MJHL season.
There was also a VIP reception at the end of the night, which included, players parents, Blues Directors, Corporate Sponsors, and various dignitaries including Mark Chipman, who dropped the puck for the ceremonial opening face off. It was a very fitting way to kick off not only a new season for the Winnipeg Blues, but a whole new era in their new home at the Ice Plex.
Next home action for the Blues (0-0-1-1) is this Tuesday, September 21st when they'll face the Winkler Flyers. Puck drop is set for 7:30.
Althought the Blues lost in a shoot out to their division rivals the Selkirk Steelers (to see the game summary click here) http://www.mjhlhockey.ca/gamesummary.aspx?game_id=2081 , the over one thousand fans that packed the new Blues home at the MTS Ice Plex saw a fantastic hockey game, and the atmosphere inside the building was electric. Selkirk may have won the game, but everyone in attendance was buzzing about the great hockey, the new facility, and the excitement of starting a brand new MJHL season.
There was also a VIP reception at the end of the night, which included, players parents, Blues Directors, Corporate Sponsors, and various dignitaries including Mark Chipman, who dropped the puck for the ceremonial opening face off. It was a very fitting way to kick off not only a new season for the Winnipeg Blues, but a whole new era in their new home at the Ice Plex.
Next home action for the Blues (0-0-1-1) is this Tuesday, September 21st when they'll face the Winkler Flyers. Puck drop is set for 7:30.
Friday, September 17, 2010
Steelers Spoil Blues Home Opener
Jason Gardiner had an opening night to remember, but it wasn't enough as the Blues fell to the Selkirk Steelers 4-3 in a shootout.
Gardiner tallied all 3 goals for the Blues in front of a large crowd at the MTS Ice Plex.
The Blues came out flying in the first period, and at the midway point of the first were outshooting the Steelers 10-3, but couldn't get the puck behind Steeler netminder Joey Rewucki, who made several key saves in the early going to keep his team in the game.
Finally at 14:40 of the first, Gardiner notched his first with a backhand over the left shoulder of Rewucki, and gave the Blues a 1-0 lead.
Gardiner would get his second with 1:27 to go in the period to give the Blues a two goal lead heading into the dressing room.
In the second it was the Steelers turn to come out flying, and 1:13 in they got on the scoreboard as Derek Gingera deflected home a shot from the point, and the Steelers were within one.
Less than two minutes later Gardiner would complete the hatrick, this time with a delayed penalty coming up to the Steelers. Gardiner went outside on the defender, and fired a backhand that found it's way behind Rewucki, and the Blues had their 2 goal lead once again.
The Steelers thought they'd come within a goal once again midway through the period, as a shot from the point took a funny deflection, went high in the air, and found it's way in the back of the net. But the goal was disallowed because Blues goalie Brett Martyniuk was interfered with by Gingera. Gingera ended up disputing the call, and in the process took a 10 minute misconduct, and was ejected from the game.
The Steelers would get within one before the period was out, as Micheal Hay took a nice pass from Tyler Grove at the side of the net, and had nothing but daylight as he fired his shot behind Martyniuk making the score 3-2 after two periods.
In the third the Blues found themselves 2 men down, and the Steelers made them pay as Colan Jackson fired a slapshot from the point that beat Martyniuk, tying the game at 3.
It stayed that way through the period and into overtime. With less than 2 minutes to go in OT, Ben Morgan got called for hooking, and the Steelers had a 4 on 3 powerplay for the remainder of overtime, but the Blues penalty killers did a great job sending the game to a shoot out.
In the shootout, Blues Andrew Emmons and Jason Gardiner both were foiled by Rewucki, while Colan Jackson and Jory Geddes both found the back of the net for the Steelers, giving them a 4-3 win to open up the season.
These 2 teams will face off against each other again tonight (Saturday) this time in Selkirk. Puck drop is set for 7:30.
Gardiner tallied all 3 goals for the Blues in front of a large crowd at the MTS Ice Plex.
The Blues came out flying in the first period, and at the midway point of the first were outshooting the Steelers 10-3, but couldn't get the puck behind Steeler netminder Joey Rewucki, who made several key saves in the early going to keep his team in the game.
Finally at 14:40 of the first, Gardiner notched his first with a backhand over the left shoulder of Rewucki, and gave the Blues a 1-0 lead.
Gardiner would get his second with 1:27 to go in the period to give the Blues a two goal lead heading into the dressing room.
In the second it was the Steelers turn to come out flying, and 1:13 in they got on the scoreboard as Derek Gingera deflected home a shot from the point, and the Steelers were within one.
Less than two minutes later Gardiner would complete the hatrick, this time with a delayed penalty coming up to the Steelers. Gardiner went outside on the defender, and fired a backhand that found it's way behind Rewucki, and the Blues had their 2 goal lead once again.
The Steelers thought they'd come within a goal once again midway through the period, as a shot from the point took a funny deflection, went high in the air, and found it's way in the back of the net. But the goal was disallowed because Blues goalie Brett Martyniuk was interfered with by Gingera. Gingera ended up disputing the call, and in the process took a 10 minute misconduct, and was ejected from the game.
The Steelers would get within one before the period was out, as Micheal Hay took a nice pass from Tyler Grove at the side of the net, and had nothing but daylight as he fired his shot behind Martyniuk making the score 3-2 after two periods.
In the third the Blues found themselves 2 men down, and the Steelers made them pay as Colan Jackson fired a slapshot from the point that beat Martyniuk, tying the game at 3.
It stayed that way through the period and into overtime. With less than 2 minutes to go in OT, Ben Morgan got called for hooking, and the Steelers had a 4 on 3 powerplay for the remainder of overtime, but the Blues penalty killers did a great job sending the game to a shoot out.
In the shootout, Blues Andrew Emmons and Jason Gardiner both were foiled by Rewucki, while Colan Jackson and Jory Geddes both found the back of the net for the Steelers, giving them a 4-3 win to open up the season.
These 2 teams will face off against each other again tonight (Saturday) this time in Selkirk. Puck drop is set for 7:30.
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Blues Wrap Up Pre Season With A Win
The Blues hit the ice for their final pre season game this afternoon in front of close to 200 fans at the MTS Ice Plex, and left the ice with a 4-1 win over the Fort William North Stars (SIJHL).
Dustin Bruyere continued on from his 2 goal performance a night earlier, and added one more in the win.
As well newcomer Paul Bonar, who the Blues acquired from Yorkton to complete the futures deal for Troy Smukowich, added a single, as did David Laflechu.
Now the Blues can focus on getting ready for the regular season which opens up this Friday night at home against the Selkirk Steelers.
Puck Drop is set for 7:30 at the MTS Ice Plex.
Dustin Bruyere continued on from his 2 goal performance a night earlier, and added one more in the win.
As well newcomer Paul Bonar, who the Blues acquired from Yorkton to complete the futures deal for Troy Smukowich, added a single, as did David Laflechu.
Now the Blues can focus on getting ready for the regular season which opens up this Friday night at home against the Selkirk Steelers.
Puck Drop is set for 7:30 at the MTS Ice Plex.
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Blues vs Pistons ROUND 2
For the 2nd time in as many nights, the Blues and Steinbach Pistons faced off against each other in exhibition action.
And for the 2nd time in as many nights, the two clubs would go to the extra frame.
The Pistons opened the scoring in front of their home crowd as Mitch Chagnon beat Blues tender Charlie Poque.
It looked like it would stay that way until the end of the period, but Andrew Emmons tied the game with 8 seconds left in the period to send the teams to the dressing rooms locked at 1.
The Blues would take the lead thirteen minutes into the 2nd as Dustin Bruyere fired a shot past Pistons goaltender Addison Herosian, giving the Blues a 2-1 lead.
Tyler Lazuruk tied it for the Pistons shorthanded late in the 2nd, and once again the game was tied heading into the final frame.
In the 3rd, Tanner Harms scored his second in as many nights giving the Pistons a 3-2 lead. With just under 5 minutes to go Dustin Bruyere would add his second of the game, and send this game to overtime tied at three for the second straight night.
Again, some chances at both ends during the 4 on 4 OT, but with a 1:10 left on the clock, Trent Genyk would end it, giving the Pistons a 4-3 win.
Dustin Bruyere had a pair of goals, while Jeff Borse and David Laflechu each had a pair of helpers in the game for the Blues.
The Blues next action is today (Sunday) at 2:00 at the MTS Ice Plex where they'll face the Fort William North Stars (SIJHL).
It's the final Pre Season game for the Blues before opening up the regular season next Friday night at home against the Selkirk Steelers.
And for the 2nd time in as many nights, the two clubs would go to the extra frame.
The Pistons opened the scoring in front of their home crowd as Mitch Chagnon beat Blues tender Charlie Poque.
It looked like it would stay that way until the end of the period, but Andrew Emmons tied the game with 8 seconds left in the period to send the teams to the dressing rooms locked at 1.
The Blues would take the lead thirteen minutes into the 2nd as Dustin Bruyere fired a shot past Pistons goaltender Addison Herosian, giving the Blues a 2-1 lead.
Tyler Lazuruk tied it for the Pistons shorthanded late in the 2nd, and once again the game was tied heading into the final frame.
In the 3rd, Tanner Harms scored his second in as many nights giving the Pistons a 3-2 lead. With just under 5 minutes to go Dustin Bruyere would add his second of the game, and send this game to overtime tied at three for the second straight night.
Again, some chances at both ends during the 4 on 4 OT, but with a 1:10 left on the clock, Trent Genyk would end it, giving the Pistons a 4-3 win.
Dustin Bruyere had a pair of goals, while Jeff Borse and David Laflechu each had a pair of helpers in the game for the Blues.
The Blues next action is today (Sunday) at 2:00 at the MTS Ice Plex where they'll face the Fort William North Stars (SIJHL).
It's the final Pre Season game for the Blues before opening up the regular season next Friday night at home against the Selkirk Steelers.
Friday, September 10, 2010
Blues vs Pistons
Exhibition game number 6 for the Winnipeg Blues went down last night at the MTS Ice Plex. And for the second straight game, the game ended in a tie.
The Blues got off to a great start, when Jeff Borse put a nice shot over the left shoulder of Pistons netminder Brenden Edie to open the scoring just under 5 minutes into the first.
The Pistons would tie it midway through the first when Brett Fargher went five hole on Blues goalie Tyler Denchuk, and knotted the game at 1.
It would stay that way until the 2nd, and the Blues struck early. Nineteen seconds in to be exact, Patrick Henderson slipped one past Edie, to get the lead back for the Blues.
Ben Morgan would give the Blues a 2 goal cushion five minutes later on the powerplay, tapping home a rebound as Winnipeg wrapped up a two man advantage, and the Blues would head into the third with a 3-1 lead.
The Pistons had a strong third period, and just under 7 minutes in, 1994 defenceman Stefan Hak (Who i personally thought had a very solid game) would get Steinbach within one after his shot from the point hit a body and found it's way behind goaltender Isaiah Plett, who came in midway through the 2nd period.
Midway through the 3rd, the Pistons would tie it as Tanner Harms would bulge the twine, and once again, the Blues would be heading to overtime.
Overtime was fast, exciting, and had chances at both ends. I don't believe there was a whistle for the entire 5 minutes. The best chance of overtime went to Conor Stephenson who was sent in alone and beat netminder Bryan Tait, but rang it off the crossbar.
Next action for the Blues is tonight (Saturday) when they'll travel to Steinbach to once again face the Pistons. Puck drop is set for 7:30.
The Blues got off to a great start, when Jeff Borse put a nice shot over the left shoulder of Pistons netminder Brenden Edie to open the scoring just under 5 minutes into the first.
The Pistons would tie it midway through the first when Brett Fargher went five hole on Blues goalie Tyler Denchuk, and knotted the game at 1.
It would stay that way until the 2nd, and the Blues struck early. Nineteen seconds in to be exact, Patrick Henderson slipped one past Edie, to get the lead back for the Blues.
Ben Morgan would give the Blues a 2 goal cushion five minutes later on the powerplay, tapping home a rebound as Winnipeg wrapped up a two man advantage, and the Blues would head into the third with a 3-1 lead.
The Pistons had a strong third period, and just under 7 minutes in, 1994 defenceman Stefan Hak (Who i personally thought had a very solid game) would get Steinbach within one after his shot from the point hit a body and found it's way behind goaltender Isaiah Plett, who came in midway through the 2nd period.
Midway through the 3rd, the Pistons would tie it as Tanner Harms would bulge the twine, and once again, the Blues would be heading to overtime.
Overtime was fast, exciting, and had chances at both ends. I don't believe there was a whistle for the entire 5 minutes. The best chance of overtime went to Conor Stephenson who was sent in alone and beat netminder Bryan Tait, but rang it off the crossbar.
Next action for the Blues is tonight (Saturday) when they'll travel to Steinbach to once again face the Pistons. Puck drop is set for 7:30.
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Nothing Decided between Blues and Terriers
The Blues finally played someone other than the Saints and Steelers.
In their 5th exhibition game of the pre season, the Blues met up with the Portage Terriers at the MTS Ice Plex.
And the coaches of both teams sure had a good look at their special teams last night. The penalty box door could have stayed open throughout the night it seemed, as both teams took their share of penalties.
Portage opened the scoring just over 5 minutes in on a 2 man advantage.
The Blues, not to be outdone, scored on their own 5 on 3 power play to even things up at one.
1:15 later the Blues would take the lead, also on the power play and before the period was done, they'd add a third, and went to the dressing room up by 2.
The Terriers would cut the lead to one only 1:28 seconds into the second on a nice deflection by Riley Hay, but the Blues would regain their 2 goal lead less than a minute later.
The Terriers would add one before the period was over, and the Blues would begin the third with a 4-3 lead.
The Terriers, who'd scored first in each of the first 2 periods continued that trend in the third, tying the game 3:50 in.
But it only took the Blues 23 seconds to regain their lead on a delayed penalty call to once again hop in the driver seat.
The see-saw battle would continue as Paul Zysco fired a slapshot from the half wall and tied the game for the Terriers.
Overtime would solve nothing, and the game would end 5-5.
The Blues record now sits at 2 wins, 1 loss, and 2 ties after 5 pre season games.
Next action for the Blues is this coming Friday night when they'll welcome the Steinbach Pistons to the Ice Plex. Puck Drop is set for 7:30.
In their 5th exhibition game of the pre season, the Blues met up with the Portage Terriers at the MTS Ice Plex.
And the coaches of both teams sure had a good look at their special teams last night. The penalty box door could have stayed open throughout the night it seemed, as both teams took their share of penalties.
Portage opened the scoring just over 5 minutes in on a 2 man advantage.
The Blues, not to be outdone, scored on their own 5 on 3 power play to even things up at one.
1:15 later the Blues would take the lead, also on the power play and before the period was done, they'd add a third, and went to the dressing room up by 2.
The Terriers would cut the lead to one only 1:28 seconds into the second on a nice deflection by Riley Hay, but the Blues would regain their 2 goal lead less than a minute later.
The Terriers would add one before the period was over, and the Blues would begin the third with a 4-3 lead.
The Terriers, who'd scored first in each of the first 2 periods continued that trend in the third, tying the game 3:50 in.
But it only took the Blues 23 seconds to regain their lead on a delayed penalty call to once again hop in the driver seat.
The see-saw battle would continue as Paul Zysco fired a slapshot from the half wall and tied the game for the Terriers.
Overtime would solve nothing, and the game would end 5-5.
The Blues record now sits at 2 wins, 1 loss, and 2 ties after 5 pre season games.
Next action for the Blues is this coming Friday night when they'll welcome the Steinbach Pistons to the Ice Plex. Puck Drop is set for 7:30.
Monday, September 6, 2010
Blues: The Week That Was and The Week Ahead
The Week That Was
It was quite a busy week for the Blues, as they skated in 4 exhibition games.
The Blues hit the ice last Tuesday and opened up their pre season against the Winnipeg Saints. The Saints got the better of the Blues by a score of 10-2.
Two nights later the Blues hosted Selkirk, and downed the Steelers 9-2.
The Blues renewed aquaintances with the Saints on the 3rd and scored four unanswered in the 2nd period, and eventually took the game in a shootout with a 5-4 win.
They wrapped up the week's schedule in Selkirk on Sunday night with a 2-2 tie.
The Week Ahead
It'll be another busy week for the Blues, as they have another 4 games, and will wrap up their pre season this Sunday as well.
This week's schedule looks like this
September 7th Portage Terriers @Winnipeg Blues MTS Ice Plex - 7:30
September 10th Steinbach Pistons @ Winnipeg Blues MTS Iceplex - 7:30
September 11th Winnipeg Blues @ Steinbach Pistons Steinbach - 7:30
September 12th Fort William North Stars (SIJHL) @ Winnipeg Blues MTS Iceplex - 2:00
Tickets are only 7 bucks to get in to the games at the Ice Plex. I should make all the games this coming week, so look for the game summaries both here on my blog, as well as the Blues website. http://www.winnipegblues.ca/.
It was quite a busy week for the Blues, as they skated in 4 exhibition games.
The Blues hit the ice last Tuesday and opened up their pre season against the Winnipeg Saints. The Saints got the better of the Blues by a score of 10-2.
Two nights later the Blues hosted Selkirk, and downed the Steelers 9-2.
The Blues renewed aquaintances with the Saints on the 3rd and scored four unanswered in the 2nd period, and eventually took the game in a shootout with a 5-4 win.
They wrapped up the week's schedule in Selkirk on Sunday night with a 2-2 tie.
The Week Ahead
It'll be another busy week for the Blues, as they have another 4 games, and will wrap up their pre season this Sunday as well.
This week's schedule looks like this
September 7th Portage Terriers @Winnipeg Blues MTS Ice Plex - 7:30
September 10th Steinbach Pistons @ Winnipeg Blues MTS Iceplex - 7:30
September 11th Winnipeg Blues @ Steinbach Pistons Steinbach - 7:30
September 12th Fort William North Stars (SIJHL) @ Winnipeg Blues MTS Iceplex - 2:00
Tickets are only 7 bucks to get in to the games at the Ice Plex. I should make all the games this coming week, so look for the game summaries both here on my blog, as well as the Blues website. http://www.winnipegblues.ca/.
Long Weekend Over, Next Vacation in 8 Months
Well, the September Long Weekend has come and gone, and with that means it's time for hockey. It's the last official break for me during the hockey season, and as much as i love getting away on the long weekends, in a way i couldn't wait for it to be done so it can be non stop hockey for the next 7-8 months.
The Blues have 4 more exhibition games before opening up their season on September 17th at home against Selkirk.
The remaining games look like this.
September 7th Portage Terriers @Winnipeg Blues MTS Ice Plex - 7:30
September 10th Steinbach Pistons @ Winnipeg Blues MTS Iceplex - 7:30
September 11th Winnipeg Blues @ Steinbach Pistons Steinbach - 7:30
September 12th Fort William North Stars (SIJHL) @ Winnipeg Blues MTS Iceplex - 2:00
Tickets are only 7 bucks to get in, so it's a great time to bring the family out and watch some great hockey.
We will now be getting into hockey full swing here, covering the Blues, and the MJHL, and i am looking forward to the regular season kicking off in just a couple weeks.
The Blues have 4 more exhibition games before opening up their season on September 17th at home against Selkirk.
The remaining games look like this.
September 7th Portage Terriers @Winnipeg Blues MTS Ice Plex - 7:30
September 10th Steinbach Pistons @ Winnipeg Blues MTS Iceplex - 7:30
September 11th Winnipeg Blues @ Steinbach Pistons Steinbach - 7:30
September 12th Fort William North Stars (SIJHL) @ Winnipeg Blues MTS Iceplex - 2:00
Tickets are only 7 bucks to get in, so it's a great time to bring the family out and watch some great hockey.
We will now be getting into hockey full swing here, covering the Blues, and the MJHL, and i am looking forward to the regular season kicking off in just a couple weeks.
Friday, September 3, 2010
Blues vs Saints
Tonight, the Blues will be looking to improve on their last outing against the Saints just a few nights ago, when the Saints skated away with a 10-2 win at the MTS Iceplex to open up the pre season for both clubs.
The 2 teams square off at the St. Adolphe Arena at 7:30.
So far this pre season, the Blues are 1-1.
August 31st Winnipeg Saints 10 @ Blues 2
Sept 2nd Selkirk Steelers 2 @ Blues 9
Sept 3rd Blues @ Winnipeg Saints (tonight) St. Adolphe Arena 7:30
Sept 5th Blues @ Selkirk (Selkirk Recreation Complex 7:30)
Sept 7th Portage Terriers @ Blues (MTS Iceplex 7:30)
Sept 11th Blues @ Steinbach (Steinbach 7:30)
Sept 12th Ft William North Stars (SIJHL)@ Blues (MTS Iceplex 2:00)
Those are the remaining pre season games.
The Blues open up their regular season schedule September 17th at home against the Selkirk Steelers.
The 2 teams square off at the St. Adolphe Arena at 7:30.
So far this pre season, the Blues are 1-1.
August 31st Winnipeg Saints 10 @ Blues 2
Sept 2nd Selkirk Steelers 2 @ Blues 9
Sept 3rd Blues @ Winnipeg Saints (tonight) St. Adolphe Arena 7:30
Sept 5th Blues @ Selkirk (Selkirk Recreation Complex 7:30)
Sept 7th Portage Terriers @ Blues (MTS Iceplex 7:30)
Sept 11th Blues @ Steinbach (Steinbach 7:30)
Sept 12th Ft William North Stars (SIJHL)@ Blues (MTS Iceplex 2:00)
Those are the remaining pre season games.
The Blues open up their regular season schedule September 17th at home against the Selkirk Steelers.
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