The two teams that dropped their tournament openers met on Sunday, the winner would still have a terrific chance of making it out of the round robin but the loser would have a huge hill to climb at 0-2. After an embarrassing 9-3 pounding at the hands of Windsor on Friday, Brandon wanted to prove that they belonged and did so with a 4-0 blanking of the Moncton Wildcats.
Showing posts with label Memorial Cup 2010. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Memorial Cup 2010. Show all posts
Sunday, May 16, 2010
Moncton Ruled by Wheat Kings
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The two teams that dropped their tournament openers met on Sunday, the winner would still have a terrific chance of making it out of the round robin but the loser would have a huge hill to climb at 0-2. After an embarrassing 9-3 pounding at the hands of Windsor on Friday, Brandon wanted to prove that they belonged and did so with a 4-0 blanking of the Moncton Wildcats.
The two teams that dropped their tournament openers met on Sunday, the winner would still have a terrific chance of making it out of the round robin but the loser would have a huge hill to climb at 0-2. After an embarrassing 9-3 pounding at the hands of Windsor on Friday, Brandon wanted to prove that they belonged and did so with a 4-0 blanking of the Moncton Wildcats.
Friday, August 21, 2009
Wheat Kings Loading Up??
The Brandon Wheat Kings made a move today they hope pays off before the puck drops on the Mastercard Memorial Cup.
Brandon dealt 18 year old goaltender James Priestner and a 5th round conditional draft pick to the Prince George Cougars for a 3rd round 2011 bantam pick and the rights to 19 year old defenceman Aaron Ness who is currently a member of the Minnesota Golden Gophers.
I say for now, because the Wheat Kings are obviously hoping Ness comes North and join them as they host the Memorial Cup this year.
The 2008 2nd rounder of the New York Islanders has never to my knowledge indicated he's looking to leave the Golden Gophers, so on the surface this seems like a long shot for the Wheat Kings, but Kelly McCrimmon is widely known as one of the smartest and shrewdest GM's in the league so don't be surprised if it does actually happen.
Just like I wouldn't be surprised if the Schwartz boys also at some point end up in the Wheat City. Brandon owns Rylan's rights and could trade for Jaden's from the Tri City Americans. Right now Jaden is planning to play for the Tri City Storm of the USHL. I've heard he will not play for the Americans but would consider the Wheat Kings. TPS spoke to Jaden Tuesday night and ask him about Brandon. His response was expected and you can listen to it here but the rumours of this happening just won't go away. Rylan is slated to attend Colorado College this year, while Jaden is supposed to follow suit next season.
Throw in Swedish defenceman Alex Urbom and the possibility of Oilers draft pick Toni Rajala suiting up in the WHL's most eastern club and Brandon could be a very interesting team this year. However, for all of the above to happen, a lot of things have to fall into place at the same time, which would be about as rare as a Loch Ness Monster sighting. Wheat King fans would settle for an Aaron Ness sighting.
Brandon dealt 18 year old goaltender James Priestner and a 5th round conditional draft pick to the Prince George Cougars for a 3rd round 2011 bantam pick and the rights to 19 year old defenceman Aaron Ness who is currently a member of the Minnesota Golden Gophers.
I say for now, because the Wheat Kings are obviously hoping Ness comes North and join them as they host the Memorial Cup this year.
The 2008 2nd rounder of the New York Islanders has never to my knowledge indicated he's looking to leave the Golden Gophers, so on the surface this seems like a long shot for the Wheat Kings, but Kelly McCrimmon is widely known as one of the smartest and shrewdest GM's in the league so don't be surprised if it does actually happen.
Just like I wouldn't be surprised if the Schwartz boys also at some point end up in the Wheat City. Brandon owns Rylan's rights and could trade for Jaden's from the Tri City Americans. Right now Jaden is planning to play for the Tri City Storm of the USHL. I've heard he will not play for the Americans but would consider the Wheat Kings. TPS spoke to Jaden Tuesday night and ask him about Brandon. His response was expected and you can listen to it here but the rumours of this happening just won't go away. Rylan is slated to attend Colorado College this year, while Jaden is supposed to follow suit next season.
Throw in Swedish defenceman Alex Urbom and the possibility of Oilers draft pick Toni Rajala suiting up in the WHL's most eastern club and Brandon could be a very interesting team this year. However, for all of the above to happen, a lot of things have to fall into place at the same time, which would be about as rare as a Loch Ness Monster sighting. Wheat King fans would settle for an Aaron Ness sighting.
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Wheat City Wonderful
The Canadian Hockey League announced today that the Brandon Wheat Kings have been awarded the Memorial Cup for 2010.
At this point I want to take this time to let my co host Guy Flaming know, that I will be away from May 14-23rd, 2010.
I'm not going to act surprised on this one, as we've said it before Brandon had the best chance to get it. Kelowna hosted to recently, and Everett will not be good enough next season, while Brandon will be. In fact the Wheat Kings might be a year early as a Memorial Cup contender, much like Lethbridge and Spokane who won it all last season.
This will be the first time the Keystone Centre (capacity 5800) will play host to one of my favorite tournaments, and the 4th time the Wheat Kings skate in it. They have never hoisted the Memorial Cup, in which all games are aired on Rogers Sportsnet.
Some major upgrades are being planned for the rink I once made 43 saves in a 5-1 loss one evening, it was all downhill from there for my hockey career, but it will be uphill for the Kings and their fans, who by the way have the cheapest season tickets in the league at $299 for adults, or roughly $8.33 per game.
Just over 8 bucks a game to watch a guy like Brayden Schenn, who could be a top 5 draft pick this year put on a show. Schenn combined with Scott Glennie and Matt Calvert to become the highest scoring rookie line in league history last year, with 193 points.
Expect to hear from a Brandon Wheat King representative this Tuesday on TPS. To find out who, keep checking our website.
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