Spengler Cup

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This years Spengler Cup is being held in Davos, Switzerland. Note that all but a few players are not household names, but players playing in Europe.

Weekend not quite over.

The weekend of hockey before the Christmas break isn't quite done, but we'll recap what has transpired anyways.

Wilkie Senior Outlaws: Friday night was "Broadcast Night" at the SaskCan Arena. Dan O'Connor was on hand to call the game for CJNB, but, unfortunately, the visiting Maidstone Jets pulled the rug out, and left with a 4-3 decision. The turning point of the game came early in the 3rd period when Maidstone scored 2 goals in 2 minutes, going from 1 down to 1 up almost instantly.

Saturday night was "Dale Willick Night", as the Spiritwood Timberwolves were in town. A moment of silence was observed for the passing of a fantastic man, an ambassador to the game of hockey, and former statistician for the NSRHL, Dale Willick. The Outlaws organization also donated $100 to the Canadian Paraplegic Association. A cheque was presented on ice from coach Bruce Yockey to Timberwolves captian Ryan Willick. Once the game commenced, it become a chippy affair with piled of penalties and scrums after over half of the stoppages. At the end of the day, the Outlaws did prevail 8-1. They move to 7-4 on the season.

Battlefords Beaver Blues: It was a different experience for me playing music for a team without seeing the Outlaw uni has the "good guys", however it was still a honour to be doing the game, regardless of jerseys. With Jay Crockett as my annoucing partner, the Blues fell to the visiting Radisson Wheat Kings 5-3. The Blues led 3-1 mid way through the second, however, the wheels fell off. The Blues had wide open "cages" all night, and being unable to cash in on them ultimately was their demise.

This afternoon, the Bantams play a matinee game. Full report to be posted soon. The Midget Outlaws also played last night in Kerrobert, however, at blog posting time, I had not heard a score.

Fore!

Time to "T" up the weekend of hockey, not only in Wilkie, but the Beaver Blues will be making a guest appearance as well.

Wilkie Bantam Outlaws (Hiway 14 League)

The Bantam's last game before the Christmas holidays come on Sunday afternoon. The Conquest/Dinsmore team roll into town for a 1pm start.

Wilkie Midget Outlaws (Hiway 14 League)

4-5 record (8pts), good for 5th out of 10.

Leading Scorer: Chris Pennell: 8G, 5A, 9GP (13pts)

The Midgets only game of the weekend comes in Eatonia against the Kerrobert Tigers on Friday night.

Wilkie Senior Outlaws (NSRHL)

4-2 record (8pts), good for 1st out of 8.

The Outlaws play host to the Maidstone Jets on Friday night (this game can be heard on CJNB with Dan O'Connor starting at 8:15 with the pre-game show and game at 8:30), followed by a Saturday night encounter with the Spiritwood Timberwolves, puck drop at 7:30pm. Following this game is the annual Outlaw Wing Night.

Battlefords Beaver Blues (SPHL)

I'm personally glad to see that hockey has not fully died on a grassroots level in Battleford. The newly formed SPHL has three other teams; Maymont Settlers, Radisson Wheat Kings, and Saulteax 3 Stars. Friday night, I'll be taking my music playing talents to South Bea.... er, i mean South Town (slang for Battleford), for the Blues game against the aforementioned Wheat Kings. Puck drops at 8pm at the Battleford Arena.

Minor Hockey Monday.

Well, the weekend has past, but not without some pretty good action at the Saskcan Arena. No Senior hockey, but plenty of hockey of the minor variety.

Friday night saw the #2 Rosetown team come to Wilkie, and leave with a 5-3 decision. Wilkie received contributions from Colby Fulton (2) and Sean Fenrich. Apples are awarded to Fenrich (2), Chris Pennell (2), Fulton, and Rylan Petterson. The Red Wings, sporting vintage 1910 NHA jerseys, had goals come from Kurt Winny (2), Brendon Boyd, Colby Doetzel, and Colten Hogan. Assists were given to Boyd, Jared Stevens (2), Ryan Leonard, Landan Waite, and Doetzel. It was a barn burner, with the GWG coming in with less the 3 minutes left in the final frame.

Saturday night consisted of a double header in the home of the Outlaws, with the Bantam team taking the ice for a late afternoon tilt with the Kindersley Klippers. Both teams left with a point in their pocket, tying it up at 4. Outlaw Gino's were given to Christian Miller (2) , Tyson Munt, and Reid Laturnus. Assists were doled out to R. Laturnus (2), Munt, Sawyer Nelson, Miller (2), and Brayden Johnson. Klippers goals went to Kayden Johnson, Mitchell Klein, Kyle Donaldson and Derek McLean. Apples for the Klippers came from McLean (2), Donaldson and Johnson.

The nightcap came with the Midgets meeting up with the #1 Rosetown Red Wings, sporting the same unique jerseys as the night before. This time, the crooked numbers had Wilkie defeating Rosetown 4-3. No game sheet was available at blog posting.

Teeing up the weekend

Wilkie Bantam Outlaws (Highway 14 League)

2-3 record, good for 4 pts.

The Bantams have a NHL-like schedule this weekend, as Friday night they visit the Battlefords Arena for a game against the North Battleford team. Saturday night, they return to the friendly confinds of the SaskCan Arena as they play host to the Kindersley Klippers (5:30 puck drop). Finally, they have a Sunday afternoon puck drop time in Kerrobert as they play the Tigers.

Wilkie Midget Outlaws (Highway 14 League)

3-4 record, good for 6 pts.

Leading scorer: Chris Pennell, 9 pts. (7G, 2A)

The Midget team will enjoy the home town cookin' this weekend. Both weekend contests are in the home territory. Friday night, they welcome the #2 Rosetown team to the rink, and Saturday night, the #1 Rosetown team invades the Saskcan Arena. Both are 8:00 puck drops.

Wilkie Senior Outlaws (NSRHL)

6-2 record, good for 12pts.

Leading Scorer: Rick Cey, 19 pts (5G, 14A)

The Senior team enjoys a light weekend, only playing a road game in Turtleford on Saturday night. The NSRHL/CJNB game of the week happens tomorrow night between Spiritwood and Edam, in Spiritwood. Dan O'connor has the call starting with the pre-game show at 8:15 and puck drop at 8:30.

My First Post

For those who don't know me, My name is Phil Heilman, sometimes simply known as that guy who plays music at the rink. I, in fact, do play the music for the Wilkie Bantam and Midget Outlaws, as well as the Wilkie Senior Outlaws of the NSRHL. For a couple of games, I'll even be taking my talents to South Town (known as Battleford) to play for the Beaver Blues of the SPHL. I'll be attempting to cover all sports, be it local, regional and Professional. For my first post, I fiqured I'd start it off with some of the standard stuff, NHL, PGA and so on.

Tiger? No, no, Tiger Williams is not coming out of retirement. Tiger Woods is offically win-less in 2010. He pulled the trigger on a Sunday collapse (instead of a Saturday night dust-up at "Wood" manor), letting a 4 stroke lead slip away, and allowing Graeme McDowell to take the lead for good. It's safe to say that the Tiger is caged, and it is also safe for the other golfers to do what they kind of get paid to do; Golf. Sure, they did that before, but seeing Tiger in the tee-box in 2008 was like the mob coming after you, it never worked out for you. Tiger v.2010 meowed like an abandoned kitten on the side of the road. The rest of the field just aren't scared, that's all there is to it.

TSN is reporting that Alex Anthopolous has/is about to pull said trigger on a Shawn Marcum deal to the Brew Crew of Milwaukee. In return, T.O would be getting the Brewers 2008 1st rounder, Brett Lawrie, plus (according to Drunk Jays Fans) Nick Bucci (maybe) and other unnamed pitching prospects.UPDATE: rumbling of it being straight up Lawrie for Marcum. AA isn't thinking straight is he doesn't get pitching in return for pitching. Marcum is a legit pitcher in this league, and being a part of that young and loose Jays staff only helped. Having said that, this may/may not kill a Kansas City/Greinke deal. Again, Greinke is a lights out pitcher, but he is unproven with massive crowds. AA may take that chance, because I certainly would. There's a hole in that there rotation, and its slowing beginning to have his name on it. As a side, Hoffpauir as the Jays starting 3B next year? They haven't set their sights on anyone that I know of, so the future may be now.

The Winnipeg Jets.... er... I mean, the Pheonix Coyotes are slowing making me a believer. They ( I meann, Bryzgalov) shut out the Ducks of Anaheim tonight. The whole crew was clicking, although a few questionable penalties called on the Ducks certainly helped the cause. There's breaking news! The Ottawa Senators can, indeed, score goals. Chris Kelly was a one man show, scoring the hatty in a 3-1 triumph over the NY Rangers. Don't bust out the shnops yet, the long journey to having legit scoring has just begun. One more thing, the Islanders stink, enough said.

The train wreck commonly known as the 2010 Indy Colts blew up once again, as they lost in O.T to the 'Boys of Dallas. Why has happened to Peyton Manning? Lack of support on his O-Line? No running game? Me thinks its a virus known simply as getting old. It happens to all of us, even Peyton. So, get better bud, we're rootin' for you. Speaking of old age, Drew Brees isn't showing any, as they pulled out the 4 point win over Cincinnati (another cat that has lost his bite). The T.Ocho show has officially gotten old for me. Go play, catch some balls, win some games for your QB and team, then you can do the show. Need a example? Watch the game film from todays game and watch Drew. I can't skip the Giants, as they blew out the Redskins 31-7. Eli did not impress whatsoever, but his running back did. Mr. Brandon Jacobs blew the doors off with 103 rushing yards and 2 TD's. Let's hope Eli doesn't catch the same virus brother Peyton has. Otherwise, the Giants are going the same way as the Colts.

Heading home on the final note, The Battlefords North Stars finished up the SJHL Showcase in Weyburn with a 1-1 record. They pulled together and gutted out a 5-2 win over the Kindersley Klippers on Friday. However, Saturday was a different story, as they fell 5-4 to the Ice Wolves of La Ronge. The game was the definition of an awesome and intense game, full of crooked numbers, LA's crooked number, though, has one more hook to it. The Stars now get a well derserved break, waiting until this Friday for the Notre Dame Hounds to roll into the Civic Centre. Check out Dan O'Connors Stars blog @http://thevoicedo.blogspot.com/ for more insight and personal reflections.

Thanks all I have for now. Time for me to hit the ol' dusty trail.