Monthly Archives: April 2011

Jon Francisco post-season quotes.

Posted on April 25, 2011 by J.P. Hoornstra

From the better-late-than-never file… I was able to catch up with Jon Francisco over the phone last weekend. The first captain in team history was not an easy man to get because he did not have a traditional end-of-season meeting … Continue reading →

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Season ends in Manchester.

Posted on April 23, 2011 by J.P. Hoornstra

The Manchester Monarchs, the American Hockey League affiliate of the Kings and Reign, saw their season end Saturday in an overtime heartbreaker. Ryan Potulny wristed a shot past a screened Jeff Zatkoff at 3:07 of overtime, giving the Binghamton Senators … Continue reading →

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Germain signs with Manchester.

Posted on April 22, 2011 by J.P. Hoornstra

Shawn Germain, who sounded ready to retire after playing his last game with the Reign earlier this month, is lacing up his skates again — in the American Hockey League. The 28-year-old defenseman was signed to a pro tryout agreement … Continue reading →

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You know them, you boo them …

Posted on April 21, 2011 by J.P. Hoornstra

… now read about ECHL officials in this feature on CNN.com! http://www.cnn.com/2011/LIVING/04/21/lifestyle.career.hockey.officials/index.html

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Final fundraising totals announced.

Posted on April 19, 2011 by J.P. Hoornstra

The Reign released figures for the team’s fundraising efforts throughout the 2010-11 season: $320,106 for the seven jersey auctions, $6,740 for local Boy Scout troops through special ticket sales, and $178,600 in tickets and memorabilia donated by the Hope Reigns … Continue reading →

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Justin Taylor post-season quotes.

Posted on April 18, 2011 by J.P. Hoornstra

Justin Taylor’s season followed the typical Reign trajectory. He got off to a slow start then picked up his game in the second half. When the 28-year-old left wing arrived from Idaho as a midseason pick-up, he was often slotted … Continue reading →

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Johnson released by Manchester.

Posted on April 12, 2011 by J.P. Hoornstra

An update from the AHL, where the number of Reign players on playoff rosters dropped by one Tuesday. The Manchester Monarchs released Chaz Johnson just two days before their first-round series with the Binghamton Senators — Johnson’s last AHL employer … Continue reading →

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Kyle Kraemer post-season quotes.

Posted on April 9, 2011 by J.P. Hoornstra

Kyle Kraemer turned 26 last month, but had the same ups and downs of any rookie in his first pro season. At times, his speed and offensive instincts made him a dangerous player. At other times, his hesitation without the … Continue reading →

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C.J. Stretch post-season quotes.

Posted on April 9, 2011 by J.P. Hoornstra

C.J. Stretch was familiar to many in Citizens Business Bank Arena before the season started, having grown up about an hour down the road in Irvine and honing his skills on the local rinks. He also appeared in one game … Continue reading →

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James McEwan post-season quotes.

Posted on April 8, 2011 by J.P. Hoornstra

James McEwan started the season and ended the season on injured reserve. Such is life for an ECHL tough guy. But between the time he got back from off-season wrist surgery, and was lost to a torn rotator cuff (which … Continue reading →

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