Top Dogs: The Niagara IceDogs Story

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August 2006

Note: For this game I am using the Lidas3.0 rosters.



August 2nd

The Niagara IceDogs of the Ontario Hockey League today announced the hiring of Mark Addison as their new General Manager. Addison played minor pro hockey in the CHL, and for the last several years returned home to St. Catharines, and had been the General Manager of the St. Catharines Jr. B Falcons of the Greater Ontario Hockey League. The fans and Board of the IceDogs are excited by the hiring, and expect that the IceDogs will make the playoffs this season.

Addison's first order of business was a staff housecleaning, and the following were fired:

Marty Williamson, Head Coach
Billy Burke, Assistant Coach
Frank Girhiny, Assistant Coach
Mike Van Ryn, Assistant Coach

The scouting staff has been kept on. The team has no trainer.

The IceDogs release winger Dylan MacEachern to comply with restrictions on the number of overage players.

The IceDogs release the rights to overage winger Josh Dadic.



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August 3rd

The IceDogs have released their pre-season schedule, starting with a three game tour of the USA.

August 9th: at Saginaw Spirit
August 11th: at Plymouth Whalers
August 13th: at US National Developement Team

Followed on August 25-27 by the Niagara Cup Tournament:

Niagara IceDogs
Barrie Colts
Ottawa 67's
Mississauga St. Michael's Majors

Regular Pre-Season

September 4th: vs. Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds
September 7th: at Montreal Junior Hockey Club
September 10th: at Brandon Wheat Kings
September 12th: vs. London Knights
September 14th: at Guelph Storm
September 16th: vs. Windsor Spitfires



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August 4th

The IceDogs announce the completion of a trade with the Kitchener Rangers, sending the rights to center Michael Casele of the Jr. B Stoney Creek Warriors to the Rangers in exchange for the rights to winger Kyle Woodhouse of the St. Catharines Jr. B Falcons.



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August 6th

The IceDogs announce the signing of winger Cameron Stewart from the Niagara Falls Canucks of the Greater Ontario Hockey League. Stewart is 18 years old, and has never played a major junior hockey game.

The IceDogs announce the signing of defenseman Joey De Concilys from the St. Catharines Falcons of the Greater Ontario Hockey League. De Concilys is 17 years old, and has never played a major junior hockey game.

The IceDogs announce the signing of winger Paul Thompson from the Brantford 99ers of the Alliance Pavilion League. Thompson is 18 years old, and has never played a major junior hockey game.

The IceDogs announce the hiring of Christian Caron as an Assistant Coach.

The IceDogs announce the hiring of Brad Hall, and Scott Livingston as Trainers.

Season Ticket Update: 1,230



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August 7th

The IceDogs announce the hiring of Jeff Flanagan as Head Coach.

The IceDogs announce the hiring of Marc Champagne, and Scott Ricci as Assistant Coaches.

The IceDogs announce the hiring of Blaire McDowell, and Jules Hougen as Scouts.



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August 8th

The IceDogs announce the signing of winger Kyle Woodhouse from the St. Catharines Falcons of the Greater Ontario Hockey League. Woodhouse is 16 years old, and has never played a major junior hockey game.

The IceDogs announce the hiring of Terry Penner as Assistant GM.

The IceDogs announce the hiring of Randy Hillier as an Assistant Coach.

The IceDogs announce the hiring of Tim Higgins, and Jeff Bandura as Scouts.

The IceDogs announce the hiring of Dennis Scott as a Trainer.



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August 9th

The IceDogs begin their American Tour with a stop to play the Saginaw Spirit. Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped only 17 of the 22 shots he faced in the game, and though the IceDogs took an early 2-0 lead, four goals by Saginaw in the second period put the game out of reach!

Niagara 3, Saginaw 5

Gronvaldt (1) (Friesen)
Graham (1) (Strome, Schwindt)
Archibald (1) (Shipley, Friesen)

First star honours would go to Saginaw Spirit winger Brandon Saad, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Saginaw Spirit center John McFarland, who recorded two assists. Third star would go to Saginaw Spirit winger Josh Shalla, who recorded two assists.



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August 10th

The IceDogs announce the signing of free agent winger Julien Tanguay. Tanguay is 18 years old and has never played a major junior game.

The IceDogs announce the hiring of Daryl Stanley, and Collin MacNeil as Scouts.



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August 11th

The IceDogs continue their American Tour with a stop to play the Plymouth Whalers. Mark Visentin will get the start in goal for Niagara. Mark Visentin stopped all 25 shots he faced to record the shutout, as the IceDogs scored a goal in each period to secure the victory!

Niagara 3, Plymouth 0

F.Hamilton (1) (Unassisted)
Strome (1) (Schwindt)
Shipley (1) (Gronvaldt, Graham)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs goaltender Mark Visentin, who posted a 25 save shutout. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Freddie Hamilton, who scored a goal. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Mike Schwindt, who recorded an assist.



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August 12th

The IceDogs announce the hiring of Payton Lee, and Jean-Luc McAllister as Scouts.



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August 13th

The IceDogs finish up their American Tour with a trip to play the US National Developement Team. Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped 18 of the 20 shots he faced, and though the IceDogs scored early, the US team would score twice in the third to take the victory!

Niagara 1, US NTDP 2

Shipley (2) (Friesen, Billingsley)

First star honours would go to US NTDP goaltender Matt McNeely, who stopped 29 of 30 shots in the victory. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Steven Shipley, who scored a goal. Third star would go to US NTDP defenseman Kevin Clare, who scored a goal.

Season Ticket Update: 1,489



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August 16th

The IceDogs announce the signing of goaltender Max Bouffard from the Prince George Cougars of the British Columbia Hockey League. Bouffard is 18 years old, and has never played a major junior hockey game.



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August 20th

Season Ticket Update: 1,586



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August 22nd

The IceDogs announce the hiring of Grant Mulvey as an Assistant Coach.



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August 25th

The Niagara Cup starts play today!



Barrie Colts vs. Niagara IceDogs

Mark Visentin will get the start in goal for Niagara. Mark Visentin stopped 24 of the 27 shots he faced in the game, and though the Colts scored early in the third period to tie the game 3-3, the IceDogs would bounce back, scoring two more in the third to take the victory!

Barrie 3, Niagara 5

Hasson (1) (Unassisted)
Archibald (2) (Strome, Schwindt)
Archibald (3) (Friesen, Gronvaldt)
Wilson (1) (Hasson)
Schwindt (1) (Shipley, Friesen)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Darren Archibald, who scored two goals. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Michael Hasson, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Alex Friesen, who recorded two assists.



Ottawa 67's vs. Mississauga St. Michael's Majors

Mississauga defeat Ottawa 3-2! First star honours would go to Mississauga St. Michael's Majors goaltender J.P. Anderson, who stopped 29 of 31 shots in the victory. Second star would go to Ottawa 67's center Tyler Toffoli, who scored a goal. Third star would go to Mississauga St. Michael's Majors defenseman Brett Flemming, who recorded an assist.



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August 26th



Ottawa 67's vs. Niagara IceDogs

Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped only 10 of the 14 shots he faced in the game, before being pulled in favor of Mark Visentin, who stopped 5 of 6 shots the rest of the way, and Ottawa led 5-2 five minutes into the third, and though Niagara made a concerted comeback effort, they fell just short.

Ottawa 5, Niagara 4

Shipley (3) (Gronvaldt, Archibald)
Wilson (2) (Shipley, Gronvaldt)
Gronvaldt (2) (Woodhouse)
Graham (2) (Archibald, Schwindt)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Simon Gronvaldt, who scored a goal, and two assists. Second star would go to Ottawa 67's winger Ben Dubois, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Darren Archibald, who recorded two assists.



Mississauga St. Michael's Majors vs. Barrie Colts

Mississauga defeat Barrie 3-0! First star honours would go to Mississauga St. Michael's Majors goaltender J.P. Anderson, who posted a 24 save shutout. Second star would go to Mississauga St. Michael's Majors center Casey Cizikas, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Mississauga St. Michael's Majors winger Justin Shugg, who scored a goal, and an assist.



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August 27th



Mississauga St. Michael's Majors vs. Niagara IceDogs

Mark Visentin will get the start in goal for Niagara. Mark Visentin stopped all 19 shots he faced in recording his second shutout of the preseason, and the IceDogs backed him up, scoring a goal in each of the three periods to lay claim to the victory!

Mississauga 0, Niagara 3

Graham (3) (Andrews, De Concilys)
Friesen (1) (D.Hamilton, Wilson)
Graham (4) (Unassisted)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Jesse Graham, who scored two goals. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs goaltender Mark Visentin, who posted a 19 save shutout. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Johnson Andrews, who recorded an assist.



Ottawa 67's vs. Barrie Colts

Ottawa defeat Barrie 4-0! First star honours would go to Ottawa 67's goaltender Braden Mann, who posted a 27 save shutout. Second star would go to Ottawa 67's center Tyler Toffoli, who scored a goal, and two assists. Third star would go to Ottawa 67's winger Thomas Nesbitt, who recorded three assists.



Season Ticket Update: 1,628

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September 2006, Part 1



September 3rd

Season Ticket Update: 1,635



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September 4th

The Niagara IceDogs opened training camp today with physical fitness testing. Showing exceptional fitness were center Freddie Hamilton, and winger Darren Archibald, while tryout players winger Joel Forestell, and center James Pursell left something to be desired.

Team Red and Team Blue skate to a 2-2 draw! Best performance was put in by defenseman Luke Mercer, with honours also going to center Ryan Strome, and winger Johnson Andrews.

Team Green defeat Team White 4-2! Tryout center James Purcell, and winger Jason Wilson were the best players on the ice.



The IceDogs open their preseason schedule, playing host to the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds. Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped 19 of the 21 shots he faced in the game, and the IceDogs led 6-0 at the end of the second period, and only kept piling it on in the third!

Sault Ste. Marie 2, Niagara 9

F.Hamilton (2) (D.Hamilton) SH
D.Hamilton (1) (Friesen, Shipley) PP
F.Hamilton (3) (Strome, Graham)
Gronvaldt (3) (De Concilys, Archibald)
D.Hamilton (2) (Shipley) PP
Friesen (2) (Agozzino)
F.Hamilton (4) (Agozzino)
Friesen (3) (Shipley, Graham)
Maisonville (1) (Strome, Billingsley)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs center Freddie Hamilton, who scored a hat trick. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Alex Friesen, who scored two goals, and an assist. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Dougie Hamilton, who scored two goals, and an assist.



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September 6th

Team Red defeat Team Green 4-2! Best performance was put in by winger Cameron Stewart, with honours also going to winger Kyle Woodhouse, and center Mitchell Theoret.

Team White defeat Team Blue 2-1! Best performance was put in by winger Jason Wilson, with honours also going to center Steven Shipley, and winger Dylan Wood.



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September 7th

The IceDogs travel to play the Montreal Junior Hockey Club. Mark Visentin will get the start in goal for Niagara. Mark Visentin stopped only 19 of the 25 shots he faced in the game, and though the IceDogs fought back, scoring to tie the game 5-5 with just two minutes left, Montreal scored just seconds later to win the game!

Niagara 5, Montreal 6

Schwindt (2) (F.Hamilton) PP
Billingsley (1) (F.Hamilton)
Schwindt (3) (F.Hamilton) PP
Wilson (3) (Rover, Friesen)
Hasson (2) (Schwindt, Wilson)

First star honours would go to Montreal Junior Hockey Club winger Trevor Parkes, who scored a goal, and two assists. Second star would go to Montreal Junior Hockey Club defenseman Charles-Olivier Roussell, who scored a goal, and three assists. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Mike Schwindt, who scored two goals, and an assist.



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September 8th

Team White and Team Blue skate to a 3-3 draw! Center Ryan Strome, and winger Jason Wilson were the best players on the ice.

Team Red defeat Team Green 4-3! Best performance was put in by tryout defenseman Victor Piszczek, with honours also going to wingers Kyle Woodhouse, and Darren Archibald.



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September 9th

The Hockey News released their OHL Season Preview today, and the Niagara IceDogs (Team MVP: LW Darren Archibald, Key New Face: G Mark Visentin) were ranked 4th out of the 20 OHL teams! Favorites to win the J.Ross Robertson Cup this season are the Windsor Spitfires, with the Mississauga St. Michael's Majors expected to give them a run for their money. The Guelph Storm, and Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds are expected to be strong contenders, while the Brampton Battalion, and Barrie Colts are expected to struggle.



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September 10th

IceDogs center Ryan Strome will miss three weeks with a hip flexor strain.

Team White defeat Team Blue 3-0! Defenseman Mike Schwindt, and center Steven Shipley were the best players on the ice.

Team Red defeat Team Green 3-2! Best performance was put in by winger Darren Archibald, with honours also going to centers Mitchell Theoret, and Freddie Hamilton.



The IceDogs travel to play the Brandon Wheat Kings. Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped all 23 shots he faced to record his first shutout of the preseason, and the IceDogs explode for seven goals in a lopsided victory!

Niagara 7, Brandon 0

Archibald (4) (F.Hamilton, Schwindt)
Woodhouse (1) (Unassisted)
F.Hamilton (5) (Gronvaldt, Archibald) PP
Agozzino (1) (Friesen, Shipley)
Hasson (3) (Wilson, Sarracini) PP
Billingsley (2) (F.Hamilton)
Hasson (4) (Shipley, Wilson) PP

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs goaltender Dalton McGrath, who posted a 23 save shutout. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Darren Archibald, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Freddie Hamilton, who scored a goal, and two assists.


Season Ticket Update: 1,643



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September 11th

None of the tryout players in camp were very impressive, and all have been released to their teams.



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September 12th

The IceDogs return home to play host to the London Knights. Mark Visentin will get the start in goal for Niagara. Mark Visentin stopped only 21 of the 25 shots he faced in the game, and though the IceDogs scored early in the third period to take a 3-2 lead, they would give up three unanswered goals to lose the game!

London 5, Niagara 3

Graham (5) (Archibald, F.Hamilton) PP
Wilson (4) (Gronvaldt, Doan)
Agozzino (2) (De Concilys, Stewart) PP

First star honours would go to London Knights winger Victor Terreri, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to London Knights center Chris DeSousa, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to London Knights center Matthew Esposito, who scored a goal, and an assist.

The following players have left the team to participate in NHL training camps:

C Alex Friesen, Vancouver Canucks
G Mark Visentin, Phoenix Coyotes
C Freddie Hamilton, San Jose Sharks



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September 14th

The IceDogs travel to play the Guelph Storm. Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped 29 of the 33 shots he faced, and though the IceDogs led 2-1 midway through the second period, the Storm would score three more goals to take the victory!

Niagara 2, Guelph 4

Rover (1) (Shipley)
Thompson (1) (Shipley, Wilson)

First star honours would go to Guelph Storm defenseman Luke Juha, who scored two goals. Second star would go to Guelph Storm center Michael Latta, who scored a goal. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Shayne Rover, who scored a goal.



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September 16th

The IceDogs return home to finish up their preseason, playing host to the Windsor Spitfires. Max Bouffard will get the start in goal for Niagara. Max Bouffard stopped 27 of the 32 shots he faced, and though the IceDogs scored the first goal of the contest, the Spitfires came back with five unanswered to take the victory!

Windsor 5, Niagara 1

Gronvaldt (4) (D.Hamilton) PP

First star honours would go to Windsor Spitfires winger Brady Vail, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Windsor Spitfires winger Alexander Khokhlachev, who recorded three assists. Third star would go to Windsor Spitfires defenseman Ryan Ellis, who scored a goal, and an assist.



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September 17th

Center Freddie Hamilton is an early cut from San Jose Sharks training camp, and returns to the IceDogs.



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September 20th

The Hockey News released their OHL Top Ten Lists today!



Top Goaltenders

1. Scott Stajcer (Owen Sound Attack)
2. Mark Visentin (Niagara IceDogs)
3. Peter Di Salvo (Oshawa Generals)
4. Jack Campbell (Windsor Spitfires)
5. Troy Passingham (Windsor Spitfires)
6. Brandon Foote (Guelph Storm)
7. J.P. Anderson (Mississauga St. Michael's Majors)
8. Philipp Grubauer (Kingston Frontenacs)
9. Brandon Maxwell (Kitchener Rangers)
10. Matt Mahalak (Plymouth Whalers)



Top Defensemen

1. Ryan Ellis (Windsor Spitfires)
2. Erik Gudbranson (Kingston Frontenacs)
3. Brandon Archibald (Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds)
4. Calvin De Haan (Oshawa Generals)
5. Stephen Silas (Belleville Bulls)
6. Craig Duininck (Windsor Spitfires)
7. Jake Cardwell (Ottawa 67's)
8. Nick Ebert (Windsor Spitfires)
9. Scott Harrington (Sudbury Wolves)
10. Luke Juha (Guelph Storm)



Top Left Wingers

1. Lucas Lessio (Oshawa Generals)
2. Justin Shugg (Mississauga St. Michael's Majors)
3. Dalton Smith (Ottawa 67's)
4. Austin Watson (Peterborough Petes)
5. Matt Puempel (Peterborough Petes)
6. Riley Brace (Mississauga St. Michael's Majors)
7. Ben Thomson (Brampton Battalion)
8. Andrew Agozzino (Niagara IceDogs)
9. Josh Shalla (Saginaw Spirit)
10. Darren Archibald (Niagara IceDogs)



Top Right Wingers

1. Zack Kassian (Windsor Spitfires)
2. Kenny Ryan (Windsor Spitfires)
3. Gabriel Landeskog (Kitchener Rangers)
4. Taylor Beck (Guelph Storm)
5. Pete Langford (London Knights)
6. Jared Knight (London Knights)
7. Jordan Szwarz (Saginaw Spirit)
8. Christian Thomas (Oshawa Generals)
9. Alain Berger (Oshawa Generals)
10. Scott Sheahan (Sudbury Wolves)



Top Centers

1. Ryan Spooner (Kingston Frontenacs)
2. Joey Hishon (Owen Sound Attack)
3. John McFarland (Saginaw Spirit)
4. Devante Smith-Pelly (Mississauga St. Michael's Majors)
5. Tyler Toffoli (Ottawa 67's)
6. Casey Cizikas (Mississauga St. Michael's Majors)
7. Gregg McKegg (Erie Otters)
8. Peter Holland (Guelph Storm)
9. Steven Shipley (Niagara IceDogs)
10. Andrew Yogan (Erie Otters)



Top Prospects

1. LW Lucas Lessio (Oshawa Generals)
2. RW Alexander Khokhlachev (Windsor Spitfires)
3. C Sean Monahan (Ottawa 67's)
4. LW Matt Puempel (Peterborough Petes)
5. C Boone Jenner (Oshawa Generals)
6. RD Craig Duininck (Windsor Spitfires)
7. RD Scott Harrington (Sudbury Wolves)
8. RD Alex Guptill (Brampton Battalion)
9. C Vincent Trochek (Saginaw Spirit)
10. RD Nick Ebert (Windsor Spitfires)



The IceDogs have sent the following players to their farm team, the St. Catharines Falcons of the Greater Ontario Hockey League:

D Luke Mercer
D Keith Maisonville
C Mitchell Theoret
RW Cameron Stewart

G Max Bouffard will be sent down to the Falcons as soon as Mark Visentin returns from training camp.

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The Goaltenders

Note: Since there are no in game statistics recorded for any of the players as of yet, the entry in this roster for statistics are real life statistics from the 2009/10 season where I have been able to find them. Career statistics provided include games played this year, because I'm too lazy to do simple math. Starting with next seasons roster entry, only in game statistics will be taken into account. But so you have an accurate idea of each players ability I am including real life stats with this roster, instead of just writing 0 games played beside everybody.



Mark Visentin

6'1", 189 lbs, From: Hamilton, Ontario, Niagara IceDogs (OHL)

Role: Starting Goaltender

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: Phoenix Coyotes, 2006 (27th Overall)

Last Season (With Niagara IceDogs): 55GP, 24-26-5, 0 SO, 2.99 GAA, .911 SV%

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 104GP, 46-41-13, 2 SO, 3.02 GAA, .907 SV%
Niagara IceDogs (104 games)

OHL Playoffs (2010): 5GP, 1-3-1, 0 SO, 3.54 GAA, .903 SV%
Niagara IceDogs (5 games)



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Dalton McGrath

6'1", 185 lbs, Age: 18, From: Toronto, Ontario, Niagara IceDogs (OHL)

Role: Backup Goaltender

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: None

Last Season (With Barrie Colts): 9GP, 8-1-0, 0 SO, 2.78 GAA, .916 SV%

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 19GP, 15-4-0, 1 SO, 2.73 GAA, .913 SV%
Barrie Colts (9 games), Niagara IceDogs (10 games)

OHL Playoffs (2010): 0GP



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Max Bouffard

6'4", 229 lbs, Age: 18, From: Sudbury, Ontario, St. Catharines Falcons (GOJHL)

Role: Minor League Goaltender

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: None

Last Season (With Lindsay Muskies, OPJHL): 3GP, 0-3-0, 0 SO, 5.44 GAA, .844 SV%

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 0GP



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The Defensemen



Joey De Concilys

5'9", 176 lbs, Age: 17, From: St. Catharines, Ontario, Niagara IceDogs (OHL)

Role: Third Pairing, Second Penalty Kill

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: None

Last Season: No stats available

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 0GP



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Simon Gronvaldt, Foreigner

6'2", 178 lbs, Age: 19, From: Denmark, Niagara IceDogs (OHL)

Role: Second Pairing, Second Powerplay, First Penalty Kill

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: None

Last Season (With Niagara IceDogs/Barrie Colts): 51GP, 1G, 11A, 12P, -10, 24 PIM

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 151GP, 2G, 28A, 30P, +5, 76 PIM
Kitchener Rangers (63 games), Barrie Colts (24 games), Niagara IceDogs (64 games)

OHL Playoffs (2010): 5GP, 0G 1A, 1P, +1, 2 PIM
Niagara IceDogs (5 games)



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Shayne Rover

6'3", 224 lbs, Age: 18, From: Newmarket, Ontario, Niagara IceDogs (OHL)

Role: Extra Defenseman

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: None

Last Season (With Niagara IceDogs): 56GP, 0G, 4A, 4P, +3, 18 PIM

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 106GP, 0G, 6A, 6P, +4, 36 PIM
Niagara IceDogs (106 games)

OHL Playoffs (2010): 3GP, 0G, 0A, 0P, -1, 0 PIM
Niagara IceDogs (3 games)



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Dougie Hamilton

6'3", 183 lbs, Age: 17, From: Toronto, Ontario, Niagara IceDogs (OHL)

Role: First Pairing, Second Powerplay, First Penalty Kill

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: None

Last Season (With Niagara IceDogs): 64GP, 3G, 13A, 16P, -8, 36 PIM

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 108GP, 11G, 46A, 57P, +25, 97 PIM
Niagara IceDogs (108 games)

OHL Playoffs (2010): 5GP, 0G, 1A, 1P, -5, 4 PIM
Niagara IceDogs (5 games)



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Mike Schwindt

6'4", 218 lbs, Age: 18, From: Mount Forest, Ontario, Niagara IceDogs (OHL)

Role: First Pairing, First Powerplay

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: None

Last Season (With Niagara IceDogs): 67GP, 0G, 8A, 8P, -3, 81 PIM

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 160GP, 1G, 18A, 19P, -2, 156 PIM
Niagara IceDogs (160 games)

OHL Playoffs: 17GP, 0G, 1A, 1P, +1, 20 PIM
Niagara IceDogs (17 games)



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Jesse Graham

5'11", 147 lbs, Age: 16, From: Mississauga, Ontario, Niagara IceDogs (OHL)

Role: Third Pairing, First Powerplay

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: None

Last Season: Did Not Play

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 41GP, 0G, 11A, 11P, +21, 10 PIM
Niagara IceDogs (41 games)

OHL Playoffs: 0GP



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Tim Billingsley, Overage

6'1", 185 lbs, Age: 20, From: Ottawa, Ontario, Niagara IceDogs (OHL)

Role: Second Pairing, Second Penalty Kill

Drafted: Mississauga St. Michael's Majors, 2nd Round (30th Overall), 2006

NHL Rights: None (Drafted by Phoenix Coyotes, 2006 (189th Overall)

Last Season (With Mississauga St. Michael's Majors, OHL): 60GP, 2G, 8A, 10P, -2, 43 PIM

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 245GP, 10G, 49A, 59P, -38, 256 PIM
Mississauga St. Michael's Majors (245 games)

OHL Playoffs: 29GP, 0G, 4A, 4P, -1, 22 PIM
Mississauga St. Michael's Majors (29 games)



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Keith Maisonville

5'7", 176 lbs, Age: 18, From: Belle River, Ontario, St. Catharines Falcons (GOJHL)

Role: Minor League Defenseman

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: None

Last Season (With Niagara IceDogs): 23GP, 0G, 0A, 0P, Even, 15 PIM

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 26GP, 0G, 0A, 0P, Even, 17 PIM
Niagara IceDogs (26 games)

OHL Playoffs: 2GP, 0G, 0A, 0P, Even, 0 PIM
Niagara IceDogs (2 games)



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Luke Mercer

5'11", 160 lbs, Age: 16, From: Mississauga, Ontario, St. Catharines Falcons (GOJHL)

Role: Minor League Defenseman

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: None

Last Season: Did Not Play

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 25GP, 2G, 3A, 5P, +6, 4 PIM
Niagara IceDogs (25 games)

OHL Playoffs: 0GP



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Unsigned Prospects

Kevin Bremner (Age: 17, Rochester Junior Americans, Empire Junior B Hockey League)
Victor Piszczek (Age: 17, Winkler Flyers, Manitoba Junior Hockey League)

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The Left Wingers



Andrew Agozzino

5'9", 185 lbs, Age: 19, From: Vaughn, Ontario, Niagara Icedogs (OHL)

Role: Second Line LW

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: None

Last Season (With Niagara IceDogs): 66GP, 37G, 29A, 66P, +15, 95 PIM

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 229GP, 109G, 91A, 200P, +38, 281 PIM
Niagara IceDogs (229 games)

OHL Playoffs: 17GP, 9G, 7A, 16P, -11, 39 PIM
Niagara IceDogs (17 games)



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Darren Archibald, Overage, Team Captain, On Loan From Vancouver Canucks

6'3", 211 lbs, Age: 20, From: Oakville, Ontario, Niagara IceDogs (OHL)

Role: First Line LW, First Powerplay, First Penalty Kill

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: Vancouver Canucks (Undrafted)

Last Season (With Barrie Colts, OHL): 57GP, 26G, 33A, 59P, +25, 62 PIM

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 166GP, 76G, 78A, 154P, +35, 124 PIM
Barrie Colts (149 games), Niagara IceDogs (17 games)

OHL Playoffs: 21GP, 9G, 8A, 17P, -1, 18 PIM
Barrie Colts (21 games)



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Jason Wilson, Overage

6'3", 213 lbs, Age: 20, From: Richmond Hill, Ontario, Niagara IceDogs (OHL)

Role: Third Line LW, Second Powerplay

Drafted: London Knights, 8th Round (160th Overall), 2006

NHL Rights: New York Rangers, 2006 (130th Overall)

Last Season (With Owen Sound Attack): 46GP, 17G, 18A, 35P, -11, 101 PIM

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 139GP, 39G, 37A, 76P, +3, 262 PIM
London Knights (52 games), Owen Sound Attack (46 games), Niagara IceDogs (41 games)

OHL Playoffs: 14GP, 0G, 2A, 2P, +2, 8 PIM
London Knights (14 games)



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Johnson Andrews, Alternate Captain

6'1", 205 lbs, Age: 19, From: Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Niagara IceDogs (OHL)

Role: Fourth Line LW

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: None

Last Season (With Niagara IceDogs): 62GP, 7G, 6A, 13P, -27, 85 PIM

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 120GP, 12G, 12A, 24P, -32, 149 PIM
Niagara IceDogs (120 games)

OHL Playoffs: 13GP, 2G, 1A, 3P, -1, 14 PIM
Niagara IceDogs (13 games)



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Kyle Woodhouse

5'10", 183 lbs, Age: 17, From: St. Catharines, Ontario, Niagara IceDogs (OHL)

Role: Fourth Line RW, Second Penalty Kill

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: None

Last Season: No stats available

Career: 0GP



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Dylan Wood

5'11", 157 lbs, Age: 18, From: Toronto, Ontario, Niagara IceDogs (OHL)

Role: Extra Winger

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: None

Last Season (With Niagara IceDogs): 6GP, 1G, 0A, 1P, Even, 2 PIM

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 8GP, 1G, 0A, 1P, Even, 2 PIM
Niagara IceDogs (8 games)

OHL Playoffs: 0GP



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Unsigned Prospects

Joel Forestell (Age: 18, North Bay Trappers, Northern Ontario Junior Hockey League)



The Right Wingers



Michael Hasson

6'1", 194 lbs, Age: 18, From: Guelph, Ontario, Niagara IceDogs (OHL)

Role: Second Line RW

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: None

Last Season (With Niagara IceDogs): 45GP, 4G, 5A, 9P, -6, 40 PIM

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 116GP, 6G, 14A, 20P, -23, 66 PIM
Brampton Battalion (27 games), Niagara IceDogs (78 games), Kitchener Rangers (11 games)

OHL Playoffs: 15GP, 2G, 2A, 4P, +5, 2 PIM
Niagara IceDogs (15 games)



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Cameron Stewart

5'11", 169 lbs, Age: 18, From: Niagara Falls, Ontario, St. Catharines Falcons (GOJHL)

Role: Minor League Winger

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: None

Last Season: No Stats Available

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 0GP



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Paul Thompson

5'11", 183 lbs, Age: 18, From: Brantford, Ontario, Niagara IceDogs (OHL)

Role: Extra Winger

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: None

Last Season: No stats available

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 0GP



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Julien Tanguay, Alternate Captain

6'1", 216 lbs, Age: 18, From: Canada, Niagara IceDogs (OHL)

Role: Third Line RW

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: None

Last Season: No stats available

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 0GP



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The Centers



Alex Friesen

5'9", 191 lbs, Age: 19, From: Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Niagara IceDogs (OHL)

Role: Second Line Center, Second Powerplay RW, First Penalty Kill

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: Vancouver Canucks, 2006 (172nd Overall)

Last Season (With Niagara IceDogs): 60GP, 23G, 37A, 60P, +18, 94 PIM

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 215GP, 61G, 96A, 157P, +24, 256 PIM
Niagara IceDogs (215 games)

OHL Playoffs: 27GP, 4G, 15A, 19P, -9, 39 PIM
Niagara IceDogs (27 games)



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Freddie Hamilton

6'1", 187 lbs, Age: 18, From: Toronto, Ontario, Niagara IceDogs (OHL)

Role: First Line Center, First Powerplay

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: San Jose Sharks, 2006 (129th Overall)

Last Season (With Niagara IceDogs): 64GP, 25G, 30A, 55P, +6, 12 PIM

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 174GP, 58G, 75A, 133P, +9, 36 PIM
Niagara IceDogs (174 games)

OHL Playoffs: 17GP, 3G, 3A, 6P, -7, 10 PIM
Niagara IceDogs (17 games)



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Steven Shipley

6'2", 202 lbs, Age: 18, From: Ilderton, Ontario, Niagara IceDogs (OHL)

Role: First Line RW, Second Powerplay Center

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: Buffalo Sabres, 2006 (98th Overall)

Last Season (With Owen Sound Attack, OHL): 68GP, 23G, 40A, 63P, -18, 32 PIM

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 173GP, 52G, 80A, 132P, -35, 67 PIM
Owend Sound Attack (131 games), Niagara IceDogs (42 games)

OHL Playoffs: 4GP, 0G, 0A, 0P, -5, 0 PIM
Owen Sound Attack (4 games)



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Ryan Strome

5'11", 171 lbs, Age: 16, From: Mississauga, Ontario, Niagara IceDogs (OHL)

Role: Third Line Center, First Powerplay RW, Second Penalty Kill

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: None

Last Season (With Barrie Colts/Niagara IceDogs): 61GP, 8G, 19A, 27P, -2, 61 PIM

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 106GP, 32G, 64A, 96P, +16, 119 PIM
Barrie Colts (34 games), Niagara IceDogs (72 games)

OHL Playoffs: 5GP, 0G, 3A, 3P, -1, 0 PIM
Niagara IceDogs (5 games)



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Myles Doan

5'9", 180 lbs, Age: 18, From: LaSalle, Quebec, Niagara IceDogs (OHL)

Role: Fourth Line Center

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: None

Last Season (With Owen Sound Attack, OHL): 64GP, 8G, 6A, 14P, -10, 71 PIM

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 172GP, 19G, 21A, 40P, -17, 133 PIM
Owen Sound Attack (127 games), Niagara IceDogs (45 games)

OHL Playoffs: 4GP, 0G, 0A, 0P, -1, 4 PIM
Owen Sound Attack (4 games)



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Mitchell Theoret

6'1", 198 lbs, Age: 17, From: Montreal, Quebec, St. Catharines Falcons (GOJHL)

Role: Minor League Center

Drafted: Undrafted

NHL Rights: None

Last Season (With Niagara IceDogs): 53GP, 2G, 6A, 8P, -2, 41 PIM

Career (Ontario Hockey League): 97GP, 8G, 10A, 18P, -3, 91 PIM
Niagara IceDogs (97 games)

OHL Playoffs: 5GP, 0G, 1A, 1P, +1, 9 PIM
Niagara IceDogs (5 games)



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Unsigned Prospects

Cole Bardreau (Age: 17, US National Developement Team, United States Hockey League)
Jesse Beamish (Age: 18, Ottawa Junior Senators, Central Junior A Hockey League)
Riley Bourbonnais (Age: 17, Rochester Junior Americans, Empire Junior B Hockey League)
James Purcell (Age: 18, Victoria Grizzlies, British Columbia Hockey League)



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[Marleau12C]

September 2006, Part 2



September 21st

The IceDogs open their season at home, playing host to the Mississauga St. Michael's Majors. Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped 23 of the 26 shots he faced in the game, but at the other end, Mississauga goaltender J.P. Anderson didn't allow a single goal in the victory!

Mississauga 3, Niagara 0

First star honours would go to Mississauga St. Michael's Majors goaltender J.P. Anderson, who posted a 22 save shutout. Second star would go to Mississauga St. Michael's Majors center Devante Smith-Pelly, who recorded two assists. Third star would go to Mississauga St. Michael's Majors defenseman Dylan DeMelo, who scored a goal.



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September 22nd

IceDogs goaltender Mark Visentin returns from Phoenix Coyotes training camp.

IceDogs center Alex Friesen returns from Vancouver Canucks training camp.



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September 23rd

Kitchener Rangers center Matia Marcantuoni is named OHL Player of the Week. In 2 games he scored 2 goals, and an assist.



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September 29th

The IceDogs travel to play the Sudbury Wolves. Mark Visentin stopped 29 of the 33 shots he faced in the game, and though the IceDogs led most of the game, Sudbury center Mike Lomas would score late in the third to force overtime, where winger Barclay Goodrow would give Sudbury the win!

Niagara 3, Sudbury 4 (OT)

Gronvaldt (1) (Doan)
Schwindt (1) (F.Hamilton) PP
Woodhouse (1) (Andrews)

First star honours would go to Sudbury Wolves winger Barclay Goodrow, who scored a goal, and two assists. Second star would go to Sudbury Wolves center Mike Lomas, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Sudbury Wolves defenseman Justin Sefton, who recorded two assists.



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September 30th

The IceDogs return home to play host to the Barrie Colts. Mark Visentin stopped 22 of the 23 shots he faced, and the IceDogs took a 2-0 lead into the third, and though the Colts came up with a late goal, and pressed hard throughout the period, the IceDogs hung on for the victory!

Barrie 1, Niagara 2

Friesen (1) (Gronvaldt, Schwindt) PP
Shipley (1) (Schwindt, Archibald)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs goaltender Mark Visentin, who stopped 22 of 23 shots in the victory. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Mike Schwindt, who recorded two assists. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Alex Friesen, who scored a goal.



Plymouth Whalers winger James Livingston is named OHL Player of the Week. In 3 games he scored 2 goals, and 5 assists.

Oshawa Generals winger Lucas Lessio is named OHL Player of the Month. In 4 games he scored 5 goals, and 5 assists.



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October 2006, Part 1



October 1st

The ISS have released their Preliminary Rankings for the 2007 NHL Entry Draft, and two IceDogs were ranked!

D Joey De Concilys - #117
D Dougie Hamilton - #119

The top-ranked player was Drummondville Voltigeurs winger Sean Couturier, followed by Red Deer Rebels center Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, and Saint John Sea Dogs defenseman Nathan Beaulieu. The top-ranked OHL player was Peterborough Petes winger Matt Puempel at #4.

The ISS also released their Preliminary Rankings for the 2007 OHL Priority Selection!

The top-ranked player was Mississauga AAA IceDogs center Alexis Gjos, followed by Mississauga AAA IceDogs defenseman Jasen Colville, and Mississauga Rebels defenseman Grant Ramsay.

The ISS also released their Preliminary Rankings for the 2007 CHL Import Draft!

The top-ranked player was Czech center Arnost Polak (Trinec Jrs), followed by Swedish center Victor Rask (Leksand J20), and Swedish defenseman Oscar Klefbom (Farjestad J20).



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October 4th

IceDogs center Ryan Strome has resumed full contact practices after recovering from his hip flexor strain, and will rejoin the lineup tomorrow against Sarnia!



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October 5th

The IceDogs remain at home to play host to the Sarnia Sting. Mark Visentin stopped 17 of the 18 shots he faced in the game, and though the Sting scored early in the first, the IceDogs would have a sudden explosion of offense, burning Sarnia netminder Jamie Phillips for five goals in the third period!

Sarnia 1, Niagara 5

Archibald (1) (Strome, Gronvaldt) PP
Shipley (2) (Archibald)
F.Hamilton (1) (Wilson, Strome)
Hasson (1) (D.Hamilton)
F.Hamilton (2) (Wilson, Billingsley)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs center Freddie Hamilton, who scored two goals. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Darren Archibald, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Steven Shipley, who scored a goal.



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October 6th

The IceDogs travel to play the Peterborough Petes. Backup goaltender Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped 24 of the 25 shots he faced, and though Peterborough scored the only goal of the first period, the IceDogs would score a goal in each of the other periods to take the victory!

Niagara 2, Peterborough 1

Wilson (1) (Strome, Schwindt) PP
F.Hamilton (3) (Archibald, Strome) PP

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Mike Schwindt, who recorded an assist. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs goaltender Dalton McGrath, who stopped 24 of 25 shots in the victory. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Ryan Strome, who recorded two assists.



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October 7th

The IceDogs return home to play host to the Kitchener Rangers. Mark Visentin stopped 26 of the 32 shots he faced, and though the IceDogs fought back, tying the game 4-4 near the start of the third period, the Rangers would score twice late in the period to take the victory!

Kitchener 6, Niagara 4

Gronvaldt (2) (D.Hamilton, Thompson)
Wilson (2) (Shipley, Friesen) PP
Wilson (3) (Shipley, Friesen) PP
Woodhouse (2) (Thompson)

First star honours would go to Kitchener Rangers defenseman Julian Melchiori, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Kitchener Rangers center Ryan Lopes, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Jason Wilson, who scored two goals.



Kitchener Rangers center Matia Marcantuoni is named OHL Player of the Week. In 3 games he scored 2 goals, and 7 assists.



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October 12th

The IceDogs remain at home to play host to the Sudbury Wolves. Mark Visentin stopped 29 of the 31 shots he faced in the game, and the IceDogs led 3-0 midway through the second, and though the Wolves put together a good comeback effort, in the end the IceDogs held on for the victory!

Sudbury 2, Niagara 3

De Concilys (1) (Friesen)
Wilson (4) (Strome, F.Hamilton)
Tanguay (1) (Woodhouse, Andrews)

First star honours would go to Sudbury Wolves center Mike Lomas, who scored a goal. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs goaltender Mark Visentin, who stopped 29 of 31 shots in the victory. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Joey De Concilys, who scored a goal.



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October 13th

The IceDogs travel to play the Brampton Battalion. Backup goaltender Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped 29 of the 33 shots he faced, and though the IceDogs scored to take a 4-2 lead early in the third, the Battalion would fight back, tying the game on a penalty shot late in the third, and forcing overtime, where Brampton would go on the victory in the shootout!

Niagara 4, Brampton 5 (SO) Center Scott Tanski scored the shootout winner.

Shipley (3) (Billingsley)
Schwindt (2) (Wilson, Shipley)
F.Hamilton (4) (Gronvaldt) PP
F.Hamilton (5) (Archibald, Schwindt) PP

First star honours would go to Brampton Battalion defenseman Jake Worrad, who scored a goal, and two assists. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Mike Schwindt, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Brampton Battalion center Scott Tanski, who scored two goals, and the shootout winner.



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October 14th

The IceDogs travel to play the Sarnia Sting. Mark Visentin stopped 29 of the 31 shots he faced in the game, and though Niagara defenseman Shayne Rover scored late in the third to force overtime, the Sting would go on to victory in the shootout!

Niagara 2, Sarnia 3 (SO) Winger Kale Kerbashian scored the shootout winner.

Strome (1) (F.Hamilton) PP
Rover (1) (Unassisted) PP

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Shayne Rover, who scored a goal. Second star would go to Sarnia Sting winger Brett Ritchie, who recorded two assists. Third star would go to Sarnia Sting defenseman Joe Rogalski, who recorded an assist.



Saginaw Spirit defenseman Ryan O'Connor is named OHL Player of the Week. In 2 games he scored 4 goals, and 2 assists.



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October 2006, Part 2



October 18th

The IceDogs travel to play the Oshawa Generals. Mark Visentin stopped only 10 of the 14 shots he faced before being pulled in favor of Dalton McGrath, who stopped 11 of 13 shots the rest of the way, and though the IceDogs managed to tie the game 2-2 midway through the second period, the Generals would score four times in the third to take the victory!

Niagara 2, Oshawa 6

Hasson (2) (Andrews, Agozzino)
Wilson (5) (Friesen)

First star honours would go to Oshawa Generals center Boone Jenner, who scored a goal, and two assists. Second star would go to Oshawa Generals winger Christian Thomas, who scored two goals, and an assist. Third star would go to Oshawa Generals winger Nick Esposto, who scored two goals.



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October 21st

The IceDogs return home to play host to the Belleville Bulls. Mark Visentin stopped 29 of the 32 shots he faced, and though the Bulls scored first, the IceDogs would score four straight goals, and though Belleville made a valiant third period comeback effort, it fell just short!

Belleville 3, Niagara 4

Graham (1) (F.Hamilton) PP
F.Hamilton (6) (Schwindt)
Archibald (2) (Strome, Wilson)
Wood (1) (Woodhouse, Rover)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs center Freddie Hamilton, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Darren Archibald, who scored a goal. Third star would go to Belleville Bulls center Andy Bathgate, who scored a goal, and an assist.



Ottawa 67's center Tyler Toffoli is named OHL Player of the Week. In 2 games he scored 3 goals, and 4 assists.



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October 22nd

The IceDogs travel to play the Mississauga St. Michael's Majors. Backup goaltender Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped 26 of the 27 shots he faced in the game, and though the Majors drew first blood, the IceDogs would score four unanswered goals to secure the victory!

Niagara 4, Mississauga 1

Archibald (3) (Strome, F.Hamilton) PP
Archibald (4) (F.Hamilton, Schwindt) PP
Woodhouse (3) (Tanguay, Wood)
Archibald (5) (Strome, Graham)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Darren Archibald, who scored a hat trick. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs goaltender Dalton McGrath, who stopped 26 of 27 shots in the victory. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Ryan Strome, who recorded two assists.



The Russian Ice Hockey Federation announced today that Niagara IceDogs General Manager Mark Addison will be put in charge of the Russian under-20 team! The Russian team placed second in the Czech Under-20 Tournament to the Swedish TEam, and will be hoping for a better result at the Finnish Under-20 Tournament in November.



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October 26th

The IceDogs return home to play host to the Barrie Colts. Mark Visentin stopped 17 of the 19 shots he faced in the game, and the IceDogs took a 3-0 lead early in the first period, and managed to stay a step ahead of Barrie the rest of the game to claim the victory!

Barrie 2, Niagara 5

Wilson (6) (Rover, F.Hamilton)
Wilson (7) (Schwindt, Graham) PP
Archibald (6) (Graham, F.Hamilton) PP
Strome (2) (Friesen, Agozzino) PP
Gronvaldt (3) (Agozzino)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Jason Wilson, who scored two goals. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Jesse Graham, who recorded two assists. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Darren Archibald, who scored a goal.

IceDogs winger Jason Wilson will miss 10 days with olecranon bursitis.



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October 27th

The IceDogs travel to play the Brampton Battalion. Backup goaltender Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped 25 of the 28 shots he faced, and the IceDogs went down 3-0 five minutes into the game, and the Battalion held on for the victory!

Niagara 1, Brampton 3

Agozzino (1) (Strome, F.Hamilton)

First star honours would go to Brampton Battalion winger Matt MacLeod, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Brampton Battalion goaltender Dennis Saikkonen, who stopped 25 of 26 shots in the victory. Third star would go to Brampton Battalion defenseman Dustin Darou, who scored a goal.



IceDogs defenseman Tim Billingsley will miss 3 weeks with an ankle ligaments sprain.



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October 28th

The IceDogs return home to play host to the Erie Otters. Mark Visentin stopped 35 of the 41 shots he faced, and though the IceDogs led 2-1 going into the second period, the Otters exploded for five unanswered goals the rest of the way to claim the victory!

Erie 6, Niagara 2

F.Hamilton (7) (Graham) PP
Graham (2) (F.Hamilton) PP

First star honours would go to Erie Otters winger Chris Marchese, who scored a goal, and two assists. Second star would go to Erie Otters defenseman Brett Cook, who recorded two assists. Third star would go to Erie Otters center Greg McKegg, who scored a goal, and an assist.



Erie Otters defenseman Brett Cook is named OHL Player of the Week. In 4 games he scored 2 goals, and 5 assists.



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October 30th

IceDogs winger Andrew Agozzino will miss 10 days with olecranon bursitis.



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October 31st

Sault Ste Marie Greyhounds winger Jake Carrick is named OHL Player of the Month. In 3 games he scored 3 goals, and 3 assists.



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November 2006, Part 1



November 3rd

The IceDogs travel to play the Plymouth Whalers. Mark Visentin stopped 27 of the 31 shots he faced in the game, and the injury depleted IceDogs didn't manage much in the way of offense, generating only 23 shots, which were all stopped by Plymouth netminder Matt Mahalak.

Niagara 0, Plymouth 4

First star honours would go to Plymouth Whalers center Dane Fox, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Plymouth Whalers goaltender Matt Mahalak, who posted a 23 save shutout. Third star would go to Plymouth Whalers defenseman Beau Schmitz, who recorded two assists.



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November 4th

The IceDogs travel to play the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds. Backup goaltender Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped 17 of the 18 shots he faced, and though the Greyhounds scored first, the IceDogs scored six unanswered goals to take the victory!

Niagara 6, Sault Ste. Marie 1

Thompson (1) (Unassisted)
Archibald (7) (Schwindt, Graham) PP
Andrews (1) (Strome)
Rover (2) (Friesen)
Rover (3) (Strome, Friesen) PP
Hasson (3) (Andrews)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Shayne Rover, who scored two goals. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Johnson Andrews, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Darren Archibald, who scored a goal.



London Knights center Chris DeSousa is named OHL Player of the Week. In 2 games he scored 2 goals, and 5 assists.



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November 6th

The Finnish Four Nations Under-20 Tournament begins play today!



Sweden vs. Finland

Sweden defeat Finland 5-1! First star honours would go to Swedish center Anton Lander, who recorded two assists. Second star would go to Swedish Fredrik Pettersson-Wentzel, who stopped 29 of 30 shots in the victory. Third star would go to Swedish Patric Cehlin, who scored two goals.



Czech Republic vs. Russia

Russia defeat Czech Republic 3-2! First star honours would go to Russian winger Sergei Barbashev, who scored two goals. Second star would go to Czech goaltender Filip Novotny, who stopped 33 of 36 shots in the loss. Third star would go to Russian defenseman Dmitri Orlov, who recorded an assist.



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November 7th

IceDogs winger Jason Wilson resumes full contact practices after recovering from his olecranon bursitis.



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November 8th

The IceDogs travel to play the Guelph Storm. Mark Visentin stopped 25 of the 27 shots he faced, and the Storm took an early 2-0 lead, and though the IceDogs made a push in the third, the Storm scored an empty netter to put the game away.

Niagara 1, Guelph 3

F.Archibald (8) (Shipley, Archibald) PP

First star honours would go to Guelph Storm center Peter Holland, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Guelph Storm goaltender Brandon Foote, who stopped 25 of 26 shots in the victory. Third star would go to Guelph Storm defenseman Luke Juha, who recorded two assists.



Finland vs. Czech Republic

Finland defeat Czech Republic 4-0! First star honours would go to Finnish goaltender Riku Harma, who posted a 27 save shutout. Second star would go to Finnish winger Teemu Pulkkinen, who scored two goals, and an assist. Third star would go to Finnish winger Joonas Donskoi, who scored two goals, and an assist.



Russia vs. Sweden

Sweden defeat Russia 3-2! First star honours would go to Swedish goaltender Fredrik Pettersson-Wentzel, who stopped 32 of 34 shots in the victory. Second star would go to Swedish defenseman Adam Larsson, who scored a goal. Third star would go to Russian defenseman Nikita Pivtsakin, who recorded two assists.



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November 9th

The IceDogs return home to play host to the Oshawa Generals. Backup goaltender Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped 16 of the 18 shots he faced before leaving the game with an injury, giving way to Mark Visentin, who stopped 9 of 11 shots the rest of the way, and IceDogs center Ryan Strome scored late in the third to force overtime, with Niagara going on to win in the shootout!

Oshawa 4, Niagara 5 (SO) Winger Darren Archibald scored the shootout winner.

Shipley (4) (Archibald, Rover)
Strome (3) (Friesen, Wilson) PP
Wilson (8) (D.Hamilton, Archibald)
Strome (4) (Wilson, Friesen) PP

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Jason Wilson, who scored a goal, and two assists. Second star would go to Oshawa Generals winger Alain Berger, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Darren Archibald, who recorded two assists.



IceDogs goaltender Dalton McGrath will miss 10 days with a groin strain. Goaltender Max Bouffard has been called up to back up Mark Visentin until he returns.



Russia vs. Finland

Russia defeat Finland 4-3! First star honours would go to Russian center Nikita Gusev, who scored two goals, and two assists. Second star would go to Russian defenseman Dmitri Orlov, who scored a goal, and three assists. Third star would go to Finnish center Mikael Granlund, who scored two goals.



Czech Republic vs. Sweden

Sweden defeat Czech Republic 4-0! First star honours would go to Swedish goaltender Fredrik Pettersson-Wentzel, who posted a 29 save shutout. Second star would go to Swedish center Anton Lander, who scored a goal. Third star would go to Swedish winger Marcus Jonsson, who scored two goals.







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November 11th

IceDogs winger Julien Tanguay will miss ten days with a neck strain.

IceDogs winger Andrew Agozzino resumes full contact practices after recovering from olecranon bursitis.



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November 12th

The IceDogs remain at home to play host to the Ottawa 67's. Mark Visentin stopped 20 of the 22 shots he faced in the game, and though the Ottawa 67's scored two goals early in the first, the IceDogs scored five unanswered goals to take the victory!

Ottawa 2, Niagara 5

Wilson (9) (Rover, Strome) PP
Thompson (2) (Unassisted)
Graham (3) (Archibald, Shipley)
Shipley (5) (Archibald, Schwindt) PP
Archibald (8) (Shipley, F.Hamilton) PP

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Darren Archibald, who scored a goal, and two assists. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Steven Shipley, who scored a goal, and two assists. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Mike Schwindt, who recorded an assist.



Sudbury Wolves center Mike Lomas is named OHL Player of the Week. In 3 games he scored a goal, and 6 assists.



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November 2006, Part 2



November 16th

The IceDogs remain at home to play host to the Guelph Storm. Mark Visentin stopped 20 of the 21 shots he faced in the game, and the IceDogs took a 4-0 lead after just one period, and despite giving up a goal late in the third period, the IceDogs held on for the victory!

Guelph 1, Niagara 4

Shipley (6) (Friesen, Wilson)
Archibald (9) (Friesen, D.Hamilton)
Wilson (10) (Shipley, Friesen)
Scwindt (3) (Unassisted)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs center Steven Shipley, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Alex Friesen, who recorded three assists. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Darren Archibald, who scored a goal, and an assist.



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November 17th

The IceDogs travel to play the Peterborough Petes. Backup goaltender Max Bouffard will get the start in goal for Niagara. Max Bouffard stopped only 23 of the 29 shots he faced, but the IceDogs made a rousing comeback, including goals from eight different IceDogs players, scoring three unanswered third period goals to finally take the lead, and the victory!

Niagara 8, Peterborough 6

Friesen (2) (Archibald, Shipley)
Gronvaldt (4) (F.Hamilton)
Hasson (4) (Unassisted)
Schwindt (4) (F.Hamilton, Graham) PP
Shipley (7) (Archibald, Friesen)
F.Hamilton (9) (Wilson)
Strome (5) (Unassisted) SH
D.Hamilton (1) (Gronvaldt, Friesen)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs center Alex Friesen, who scored a goal, and two assists. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Freddie Hamilton, who scored a goal, and two assists. Third star would go to Peterborough Petes defenseman Barron Smith, who scored two goals.



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November 18th

The IceDogs return home to play host to the Mississauga St. Michael's Majors. Mark Visentin stopped only 11 of the 15 shots he faced before being pulled in favor of Max Bouffard, who stopped 14 of 15 shots the rest of the way, but an offensive explosion, led by an 8 point night for center Freddie Hamilton, and four goals from winger Jason Wilson, led to the IceDogs victory!

Mississauga 5, Niagara 9

Strome (6) (F.Hamilton, Graham) PP
Wilson (11) (F.Hamilton, D.Hamilton)
F.Hamilton (10) (D.Hamilton, Wilson)
Wilson (12) (Strome, F.Hamilton)
Archibald (10) (F.Hamilton) PP
Wilson (13) (Rover, F.Hamilton)
Archibald (11) (Shipley)
D.Hamilton (2) (F.Hamilton)
Wilson (14) (F.Hamilton)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs center Freddie Hamilton, who scored a goal, and seven assists. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Jason Wilson, who scored four goals, and an assist. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Dougie Wilson, who scored a goal, and two assists.



Sudbury Wolves winger Marcus Foligno is named OHL Player of the Week. In 3 games he scored 6 goals, and 4 assists.



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November 19th

IceDogs defenseman Tim Billingsley has resumed full contact practices after recovering from his ankle ligaments sprain.



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November 21st

IceDogs goaltender Dalton McGrath resumes full contact practices after recovering from his groin strain. Goaltender Max Bouffard has been returned to the St. Catharines Falcons.



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November 22nd

IceDogs winger Julien Tanguay resumes full contact practices after recovering from his neck strain.



The QMJHL All-Stars defeat the Russian Selects 6-0! First star honours would go to Acadie-Bathurst Titan goaltender Olivier Roy, who posted a 31 save shutout. Second star would go to PEI Rocket winger Philippe Paradis, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Montreal Junior Hockey Club center Louis LeBlanc, who recorded two assists.



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November 23rd

The IceDogs travel to play the Barrie Colts. Mark Visentin stopped 25 of the 29 shots he faced, and the Colts took a 4-0 lead in the first period, and despite a late third period goal, the IceDogs couldn't muster much against a weak Colts team.

Niagara 1, Barrie 4

Friesen (3) (Wilson, D.Hamilton) PP

First star honours would go to Barrie Colts defenseman Stephen Gaskin, who scored two goals. Second star would go to Barrie Colts center Taylor Carnevale, who recorded an assist. Third star would go to Barrie Colts goaltender Michael Houser, who stopped 20 of 21 shots in the victory.



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November 25th

The OHL All-Stars defeat the Russian Selects 5-1! First star honours would go to Guelph Storm winger Taylor Beck, who scored a goal. Second star would go to Sudbury Wolves winger Marcus Foligno, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Mississauga St. Michael's Majors goaltender J.P. Anderson, who stopped 27 of 28 shots in the victory.



Peterborough Petes center Justin Larson is named OHL Player of the Week. In 2 games he scored a goal, and 3 assists.



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November 26th

The IceDogs return home to play host to the Brampton Battalion. Mark Visentin stopped 31 of the 35 shots he faced in the game, and though Battalion center Scott Tanski scored to tie the game 4-4, with just under five minutes left, Niagara center Ryan Strome scored in the final seconds to clinch the victory!

Brampton 4, Niagara 5

F.Hamilton (11) (Wilson, Strome)
Wilson (15) (Rover, Strome)
Shipley (8) (Rover)
F.Hamilton (12) (Unassisted)
Strome (7) (Friesen, Wilson) PP

First star honours would go to Brampton Battalion center Scott Tanski, who scored a hat trick. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Jason Wilson, who scored a goal, and two assists. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Freddie Hamilton, who scored two goals.



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November 26th

The IceDogs remain at home to play host to the Saginaw Spirit. Backup goaltender Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped only 13 of the 18 shots he faced, before being pulled in favor of Mark Visentin, who stopped 20 of 23 shots the rest of the way, and though the IceDogs scored to give them an 8-6 lead early in the third period, the Spirit would score twice to force overtime, and go on to victory in the shootout!

Saginaw 9, Niagara 8 (SO) Winger Jordan Szwarz scored the shootout winner.

Graham (4) (Unassisted) PP
Rover (4) (Shipley)
Hasson (5) (Woodhouse, Andrews)
F.Hamilton (13) (Strome, Schwindt)
Strome (8) (Gronvaldt, F.Hamilton)
Strome (9) (Wilson, Friesen) PP
Wilson (16) (F.Hamilton)
D.Hamilton (3) (Hasson, Agozzino)

First star honours would go to Saginaw Spirit center Mathew Sisca, who scored two goals, and an assist. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Ryan Strome, who scored two goals, and an assist. Third star would go to Saginaw Spirit winger Brandon Saad, who scored a goal, and two assists.



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November 30th

Sudbury Wolves center Mike Lomas is named OHL Player of the Month. In 11 games he scored 6 goals, and 17 assists.



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Stats and Standings - End of November 2006



Conference Standings











Niagara IceDogs Team Statistics











OHL Scoring Race

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December 2006, Part 1



December 1st

The WHL All-Stars defeat the Russian Selects 7-1! First star honours would go to Brandon Wheat Kings center Brayden Schenn, who scored a goal, and two assists. Second star would go to Prince Albert Raiders defenseman Ryan Button, who scored a goal, and two assists. Third star would go to Calgary Hitmen center Jimmy Bubnick, who scored a goal, and an assist.



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December 2nd

The IceDogs remain at home to play host to the Sudbury Wolves. Mark Visentin stopped 29 of the 31 shots he faced in the game, and though the Wolves scored two goals early in the first, the IceDogs would answer with four straight goals to take the victory!

Sudbury 2, Niagara 4

Agozzino (2) (Friesen, Strome)
F.Hamilton (14) (Wilson, D.Hamilton)
De Concylis (2) (Billingsley, Andrews)
Wilson (17) (D.Hamilton)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Jason Wilson, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Sudbury Wolves center Mike Lomas, who recorded two assists. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs goaltender Mark Visentin, who stopped 29 of 31 shots in the victory.



Saginaw Spirit winger Brandon Saad is named OHL Player of the Week. In 2 games he scored 2 goals, and 3 assists.



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December 3rd

The IceDogs travel to play the Mississauga St. Michael's Majors. Backup goaltender Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped only 24 of the 29 shots he faced, but the IceDogs staged a comeback, with center Ryan Strome scoring late in the third to force overtime, where the IceDogs would win in the shootout!

Niagara 6, Mississauga 5 (SO) Winger Andrew Agozzino scored the shootout winner.

Archibald (12) (F.Hamilton, Shipley) PP
Strome (10) (Archibald, Shipley)
Schwindt (5) (Shipley, Archibald) PP
F.Hamilton (15) (Archibald, Shipley) PP
Strome (11) (Friesen, Archibald)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Darren Archibald, who scored a goal, and four assists. Second star would go to Mississauga St. Michael's Majors defenseman David Corrente, who scored two goals, and two assists. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Steven Shipley, who recorded four assists.



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December 6th

IceDogs defenseman Simon Gronvaldt has been selected to represent Denmark at the Division 1 World Junior Championship!



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December 7th

The IceDogs return home to play host to the Peterborough Petes. Mark Visentin stopped 35 of the 38 shots he faced, and though Petes defenseman Adrian Robertson scored late in the third to force overtime, the IceDogs would go on to win in the shootout!

Peterborough 3, Niagara 4 (SO) Winger Darren Archibald scored the shootout winner.

F.Hamilton (16) (Shipley)
Friesen (4) (Strome, Gronvaldt)
Graham (5) (F.Hamilton)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs center Freddie Hamilton, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs goaltender Mark Visentin, who stopped 35 of 38 shots in the victory. Third star would go to Peterborough Petes defenseman Adrian Robertson, who scored a goal.



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December 8th

The IceDogs travel to play the Saginaw Spirit. Backup goaltender Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped 37 of the 40 shots he faced, and though IceDogs center Steven Shipley scored late in the third period to force overtime, the Spirit would win in the shootout!

Niagara 3, Saginaw 4 (SO) Winger Josh Shalla scored the shootout winner.

Archibald (13) (F.Hamilton, Schwindt) PP
Wilson (18) (Strome, Graham)
Shipley (9) (F.Hamilton, Archibald) PP

First star honours would go to Saginaw Spirit center Mathew Sisca, who scored two goals. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Darren Archibald, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs goaltender Dalton McGrath, who stopped 37 of 40 shots in the loss.



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December 9th

The IceDogs travel to play the Windsor Spitfires. Mark Visentin stopped none of the 3 shots he faced before being pulled in favor of Dalton McGrath, who stopped only 19 of 24 shots the rest of the way, as despite scoring five goals, the IceDogs are blown out by the Spitfires!

Niagara 5, Windsor 8

Gronvaldt (5) (Friesen)
De Concilys (3) (Agozzino)
Shipley (10) (Gronvaldt, Friesen)
Agozzino (3) (Wilson, Hasson)
Graham (6) (Unassisted) PP

First star honours would go to Windsor Spitfires winger Alexander Khokhlachev, who recorded three assists. Second star would go to Windsor Spitfires center David Pacan, who scored two goals, and three assists. Third star would go to Windsor Spitfires winger Kenny Ryan, who scored a goal, and an assist.



Sarnia Sting center Alex Galchenyuk is named OHL Player of the Week. In 2 games he scored a goal, and 5 assists.



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December 12th

IceDogs winger Michael Hasson will miss 10 days with a neck strain.



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December 13th

The IceDogs travel to play the Guelph Storm. Mark Visentin stopped 25 of the 29 shots he faced in the game, and though the IceDogs scored late in the second to tie the score 3-3 going into the final frame, the Storm would score the only goal of the third period to take the victory!

Niagara 3, Guelph 4

Agozzino (4) (Unassisted)
Graham (7) (F.Hamilton)
F.Hamilton (17) (Archibald)

First star honours would go to Guelph Storm center Peter Holland, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Freddie Hamilton, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Guelph Storm winger Taylor Beck, who scored a goal, and an assist.



IceDogs defenseman Simon Gronvaldt played 27:03, recorded two assists, had a shot on goal, 2 hits, and a shot block, as Denmark defeated Estonia 5-0 at the Division 1 World Junior Championship!



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December 14th

IceDogs defenseman Simon Gronvaldt was named second star of the game, as he played 28:29, scored a goal, and an assist, and had four shots on goal, 3 hits, a shot block, and a takeaway, as Denmark defeated Poland 6-2 at the Division 1 World Junior Championship!



IceDogs winger Kyle Woodhouse has been suspended one game following his ejection from Niagara's 4-3 loss to the Guelph Storm.



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December 15th

The IceDogs travel to play the Kitchener Rangers. Mark Visentin stopped 21 of the 22 shots he faced in the game, and though the Rangers scored late in the second to close the gap to 2-1 heading into the third period, the IceDogs would score three goals in the third to cement the victory!

Niagara 5, Kitchener 1

Strome (12) (Wilson, Shipley)
Thompson (3) (De Concilys, Andrews)
Tanguay (2) (Doan)
F.Hamilton (18) (Schwindt) PP
Archibald (14) (Schwindt, F.Hamilton) PP

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs center Freddie Hamilton, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Mike Schwindt, who recorded two assists. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs goaltender Mark Visentin, who stopped 21 of 22 shots in the victory.



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December 2006, Part 2



December 16th

The IceDogs return home to play host to the Owen Sound Attack. Backup goaltender Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped 18 of the 20 shots he faced, and though the Attack scored late in the second to tie the score 2-2, the IceDogs scored twice in the third to take the victory!

Owen Sound 2, Niagara 4

Tanguay (3) (Woodhouse)
Tanguay (4) (Doan, Woodhouse)
Wilson (19) (Strome, F.Hamilton)
Doan (1) (Woodhouse, De Concilys)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Kyle Woodhouse, who recorded three assists. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Julien Tanguay, who scored two goals. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Myles Doan, who scored a goal, and an assist.



IceDogs defenseman Simon Gronvaldt played 16:26, recorded an assist, and had a shot on goal, and a shot block, as Denmark defeated Latvia 4-1 at the Division 1 World Junior Championship!



Peterborough Petes defenseman Slater Kokkoek is named OHL Player of the Week. In 2 games he scored 2 goals, and 4 assists.



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December 17th

IceDogs defenseman Simon Gronvaldt played 30:21, recorded two assists, was +1, and had a hit, and a takeaway as Denmark defeated Ukraine 5-2 at the Division 1 World Junior Championship!



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December 19th

The Russian Four Nations Under-20 Tournament begins play today!



Sweden vs. Russia

Russia defeat Sweden 3-2! First star honours would go to Russian goaltender Andrei Makarov, who stopped 30 of 32 shots in the victory. Second star would go to Swedish defenseman Adam Larsson, who scored a goal. Third star would go to Russian winger Stanislav Galiev, who scored a goal.



Finland vs. Czech Republic

Czech Republic defeat Finland 5-2! First star honours would go to Czech center Roman Horak, who scored a hat trick, and two assists. Second star would go to Czech defenseman David Musil, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Czech winger Dmitrij Jaskin, who recorded three assists.



IceDogs defenseman Simon Gronvaldt played 26:00, and had 4 shots on goal, 2 penalty minutes and a hit as Denmark defeated Slovenia 4-0 at the Division 1 World Junior Championship!

Denmark won their group, and have been promoted to the World Juniors for next year. Norway won the other group.

D Simon Gronvaldt, Denmark: 5GP, 1G, 6A, 7P, +2, 2 PIM, 7.40 AvR, Achieved Promotion



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December 20th

The IceDogs travel to play the Barrie Colts. Mark Visentin stopped 26 of the 28 shots he faced in the game, and the IceDogs took an early 3-0 lead, and despite a determined comeback attempt from the Barrie Colts in the third, the IceDogs would hang on for the victory!

Niagara 3, Barrie 2

Friesen (5) (Gronvaldt, Rover)
De Concilys (4) (Tanguay, Andrews)
F.Hamilton (19) (Archibald, Strome) PP

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Shayne Rover, who recorded an assist. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs goaltender Mark Visentin, who stopped 26 of 28 shots in the victory. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Alex Friesen, who scored a goal.



Russia vs. Finland

Russia defeat Finland 4-2! First star honours would go to Russian center Ivan Telegin, who recorded two assists. Second star would go to Finnish winger Teemu Pulkkinen, who scored a goal. Third star would go to Finnish defenseman Markus Vastila, who scored a goal, and an assist.



Czech Republic vs. Sweden

Sweden defeat Czech Republic 5-3! First star honours would go to Swedish center Anton Lander, who scored two goals, and an assist. Second star would go to Swedish winger William Wallen, who scored a goal. Third star would go to Swedish winger Patric Cehlin, who scored a goal, and an assist.



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December 21st



Czech Republic vs. Russia

Russia and Czech Republic skate to a 3-3 draw! First star honours would go to Czech center Tomas Filippi, who scored two gaols. Second star would go to Czech defenseman David Musil, who recorded an assist. Third star would go to Russian goaltender Andrei Makarov, who stopped 29 of 32 shots in the draw.



Finland vs. Sweden

Sweden defeat Finland 5-1! First star honours would go to Swedish goaltender Marcus Due-Boje, who stopped 25 of 26 shots in the victory. Second star would go to Swedish defenseman Adam Larsson, who recorded an assist. Third star would go to Swedish defenseman Johan Alm, who recorded an assist.



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December 23rd

IceDogs winger Michael Hasson resumes full contact practices after recovering from his neck strain.



Kitchener Rangers center Matia Marcantuoni is named OHL Player of the Week. In 3 games he scored 4 goals, and 4 assists.



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December 25th

General Manager Mark Addison is the only IceDog that will be involved in the World Junior Championship this season, he is the GM of the Russian entry in the tournament.



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December 2006, Part 3, 2006/07 World Junior Championship, From: Stockholm/Uppsala/Malmo/Leksand, Sweden


Russia Roster

G Igor Bobkov (Age: 19, From: Magnitogorsk, London Knights (OHL), 15GP, 2-9-1, 0 SO, 4.17 GAA, .867 SV%, 7.07 AvR)
G Andrei Makarov (Age: 17, From: Kazan, Lewiston MAINEiacs (QMJHL), 27GP, 7-16-1, 0 SO, 3.63 GAA, .865 SV%, 7.11 AvR)
G Boris Novichenkov (Age: 18, From: Moscow, Capital Wings (MHL), 0GP)

D Zakhar Arzamastsev (Age: 18, From: Novokuznetsk, Kuznetsk Bears (MHL), 19GP, 4G, 13A, 17P, +13, 14 PIM, 7.58 AvR)
D Maxim Ignatovich (Age: 19, From: Novosibirsk, Siberian Snipers (MHL), 19GP, 4G, 9, 13P, +6, 68 PIM, 6.84 AvR)
D Anton Kapotov (Age: 19, From: Novokuznetsk, Kuznetsk Bears (MHL), 17GP, 9G, 13A, 22P, +13, 22 PIM, 7.35 AvR)
D Aleksei Marchenko (Age: 18, From: Moscow, CSKA Red Army (MHL), 17GP, 6G, 11A, 17P, +22, 22 PIM, 7.29 AvR)
D Artem Sergeev (Age: 17, From: Russia, Val d'Or Foreurs (QMJHL), 36GP, 5G, 5A, 10P, -18, 30 PIM, 6.86 AvR)
D Georgy Berdyukov (Age: 19, From: St. Petersburg, SKA Saint-Petersburg (RSL), 1GP, 0G, 0A, 0P, +1, 0 PIM, 6.00 AvR)
D Dmitri Orlov (Age: 19, From: Novokuznetsk, Metallurg Novokuznetsk (RSL), 21GP, 1G, 3A, 4P, +13, 30 PIM, 6.38 AvR)
D Nikita Pivtsakin (Age: 19, From: Omsk, Omsk Hawks (MHL), 17GP, 8G, 13A, 21P, +10, 36 PIM, 7.24 AvR)
D Andrei Sergeev (Age: 19, From: Nizhnekamsk, Reactor Nizhnekamsk (MHL), 17GP, 1G, 11A, 12P, -3, 56 PIM, 7.24 AvR)

LW Stanislav Galiev (Age: 18, From: Moscow, Saint John Sea Dogs (QMJHL), 34GP, 7G, 20A, 27P, +14, 20 PIM, 6.97 AvR)
LW Kirill Kabanov (Age: 18, From: Moscow, Lewiston MAINEiacs (QMJHL), 30GP, 9G, 13A, 22P, Even, 59 PIM, 6.80 AvR)
LW Maksim Kitsyn (Age: 19, From: Novokuznetsk, Kuznetsk Bears (MHL), 17GP, 12G, 10A, 22P, +17, 12 PIM, 7.06 AvR)
LW Andrei Kuchin (Age: 19, From: Moscow, Sudbury Wolves (OHL), 33GP, 15G, 16A, 31P, -5, 14 PIM, 7.15 AvR)
LW Semen Valuysky (Age: 19, From: Togliatti, Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod (RSL), 31GP, 0G, 0A, 0P, -8, 20 PIM, 6.19 AvR)

C Nikita Gusev (Age: 18, From: Moscow, Kazan Panthers (MHL), 15GP, 7G, 6A, 13P, +10, 12 PIM, 7.67 AvR)
C Alexander Kuvaev (Age: 17, From: Moscow, Lethbridge Hurricanes (WHL), 33GP, 5G, 12A, 17P, -7, 69 PIM, 6.82 AvR)
C Evgeny Kuznetzov (Age: 18, From: Chelyabinsk, Chelyabinsk Polar Bears (MHL), 17GP, 10G, 12A, 22P, +15, 14 PIM, 7.06 AvR)
C Daniil Sobchenko (Age: 19, From: Yaroslavl, Loko Yaroslavl (MHL), 15GP, 8G, 6A, 14P, +10, 30 PIM, 6.93 AvR)
C Ivan Telegin (Age: 18, From: Novokuznetsk, Saginaw Spirit (OHL), 30GP, 10G, 16A, 26P, +6, 47 PIM, 8.03 AvR)

RW Roman Berdnikov (Age: 18, From: Omsk, Owen Sound Attack (OHL), 36GP, 12G, 17A, 29P, -10, 44 PIM, 6.67 AvR)
RW Anton Burdasov (Age: 19, From: Chelyabinsk, Traktor Chelyabinsk (RSL), 29GP, 0G, 2A, 2P, +2, 20 PIM, 6.10 AvR)
RW Alexander Khokhlachev (Age: 17, From: Moscow, Windsor Spitfires (OHL), 29GP, 19G, 16A, 35P, +8, 22 PIM, 7.45 AvR)
RW Anton Zlobin (Age: 17, From: Moscow, Shawinigan Cataractes (QMJHL), 38GP, 14G, 29A, 43P, -1, 30 PIM, 7.47 AvR)



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December 26th

The World Junior Championship starts play today. Russia have drawn into Group B with Belarus, Czech Republic, Finland, and Switzerland.



Russia vs. Finland

Russia defeat Finland 5-3! First star honours would go to Russian defenseman Georgy Berdyukov, who scored two goals. Second star would go to Finnish center Mikael Granlund, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Finnish winger Teemu Pulkkinen, who scored a goal, and an assist.



Belarus vs. Czech Republic

Czech Republic defeat Belarus 5-1! First star honours would go to Czech center Tomas Filippi, who recorded two assists. Second star would go to Czech goaltender Filip Novotny, who stopped 25 of 26 shots in the victory. Third star would go to Czech winger Tomas Jurco, who scored a goal, and an assist.



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December 27th

Winger Roman Berdnikov has been removed from Russia's roster with a hip flexor strain. Kirill Polozov from Topiar Ufa of the MHL has been added to the roster as a replacement.



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December 28th

The IceDogs travel to play the Barrie Colts. Mark Visentin stopped 17 of the 21 shots he faced, letting Barrie back into the game, as the Colts scored to pull within one goal, with Niagara leading 5-4 going into the third, but Niagara would score four times in the third, breaking the game wide open!

Niagara 9, Barrie 4

Friesen (6) (Shipley)
Graham (8) (F.Hamilton)
Graham (9) (F.Hamilton)
Schwindt (6) (F.Hamilton)
Friesen (7) (Shipley, Archibald)
Graham (10) (Schwindt, Strome) PP
Schwindt (7) (Graham, F.Hamilton)
Strome (13) (Schwindt, Archibald) PP
Shipley (11) (Wilson)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Mike Schwindt, who scored two goals, and two assists. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Jesse Graham, who scored a hat trick, and an assist. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Freddie Hamilton, who recorded four assists.



Czech Republic vs. Russia

Russia and Czech Republic skate to a 4-4 draw! First star honours would go to Czech center Roman Horak, who recorded three assists. Second star would go to Russian defenseman Dmitri Orlov, who recorded two assists. Third star would go to Czech defenseman Bohumil Jank, who scored a goal, and an assist.



Switzerland vs. Belarus

Switzerland defeat Belarus 4-1! First star honours would go to Swiss winger Nino Niederreiter, who scored a goal, and two assists. Second star would go to Swiss goaltender Benjamin Conz, who stopped 23 of 24 shots in the victory. Third star would go to Swiss center Sven Bartschi, who scored a goal, and an assist.



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December 29th

The IceDogs travel to play the Erie Otters. Backup goaltender Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped just 21 of the 26 shots he faced, and though the IceDogs scored early in the third to tie the score 3-3, the Otters would score twice more to cement the victory!

Niagara 3, Erie 5

F.Hamilton (20) (Archibald, Schwindt)
Tanguay (5) (Agozzino, Andrews)
Gronvaldt (6) (Unassisted) PP

First star honours would go to Erie Otters center Greg McKegg, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Erie Otters defenseman Keegan Harper, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Erie Otters center Jordan Coccimiglio, who scored a goal, and an assist.



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December 30th



Russia vs. Switzerland

Switzerland defeat Russia 3-1! First star honours would go to Swiss winger Nino Niederreiter, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Swiss goaltender Benjamin Conz, who stopped 30 of 31 shots in the victory. Third star would go to Swiss winger Lars Neher, who scored a goal, and an assist.



Finland vs. Czech Republic

Czech Republic defeat Finland 5-2! First star honours would go to Czech winger Dmitrij Jaskin, who scored two goals. Second star would go to Finnish center Mikael Granlund, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Czech center Roman Horak, who recorded two assists.



Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds winger David Quesnele is named OHL Player of the Week. In 2 games he scored 2 goals, and 4 assists.



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December 31st

The IceDogs return home to play host to the London Knights. Mark Visentin stopped 24 of the 27 shots he faced, and though the Knights scored early in the third to tie the game 3-3, the IceDogs would score two unanswered goals to take the victory!

London 3, Niagara 5

Wilson (20) (Shipley, Schwindt) PP
Wilson (21) (shipley)
Wilson (22) (Unassisted) SH
Schwindt (8) (F.Hamilton, Graham) PP
Schwindt (9) (F.Hamilton, Archibald) PP

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Mike Schwindt, who scored two goals, and an assist. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Jason Wilson, who scored a hat trick. Third star would go to London Knights center Jesse Stoughton, who scored a goal, and an assist.



Windsor Spitfires center David Pacan is named OHL Player of the Month. In 11 games he scored 6 goals, and 16 assists.



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January 1st



Belarus vs. Russia

Russia defeat Belarus 6-0! First star honours would go to Russian goaltender Andrei Makarov, who posted a 27 save shutout. Second star would go to Russian center Daniil Sobchenko, who scored a goal, and two assists. Third star would go to Russian winger Maksim Kitsyn, who scored two goals, and an assist.



Switzerland vs. Finland

Finland defeat Switzerland 3-2! First star honours would go to Finnish center Mikael Granlund, who recorded two assists. Second star would go to Finnish defenseman Tommi Kivisto, who scored a goal. Third star would go to Finnish goaltender Christopher Gibson, who stopped 25 of 27 shots in the victory.



The ISS have released their Mid-Term Rankings for the 2007 NHL Entry Draft, and two IceDogs were ranked!!

D Joey De Concilys - #147 (Down From #117 in Preliminaries)
D Dougie Hamilton - #151 (Down From #119 in Preliminaries)

The top-ranked player was Drummondville Voltigeurs winger Sean Couturier, followed by Saint John Sea Dogs defenseman Nathan Beaulieu, and Red Deer Rebels center Ryan Nugent-Hopkins.

The ISS have released their Mid-Term Rankings for the 2007 OHL Priority Selection!

The top-ranked played was North End Flames winger Fred MacLean (27GP, 12G, 10A, 22P, +9, 32 PIM, 6.56 AvR), followed by Ottawa Sting winger Grayson Bohonos (27GP, 6G, 12A, 18P, -4, 56 PIM, 6.41 AvR), and Toronto Young Nationals winger Carson Kassian (24GP, 6G, 8A, 14P, -7, 22 PIM, 6.46 AvR).

If the season finished today the IceDogs would hold the 18th Overall Pick in the draft!

Ranked #18: LW Mark Girard, Ottawa Sting (27GP, 8G, 6A, 14P, -8, 32 PIM, 5.52 AvR)

The ISS have released their Mid-Term Rankings for the 2007 CHL Import Draft!

The top-ranked player was Finnish center Miikka Salomaki (Oulun Karpat Jrs, 18GP, 8G, 17A, 25P, +13, 32 PIM, 7.56 AvR), followed by Czech center Arnost Polak (Trinec Jrs, 20GP, 5G, 7A, 12P, -2, 34 PIM, 5.85 AvR), and Swedish center Victor Rask (Leksand J20, 21GP, 17G, 6A, 23P, +5, 4 PIM, 7.95 AvR)



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January 2nd



Finland vs. Belarus

Finland defeat Belarus 5-0! First star honours would go to Finnish winger Teemu Pulkkinen, who scored two goals, and two assists. Second star would go to Finnish goaltender Christopher Gibson, who posted a 29 save shutout. Third star would go to Finnish center Mikael Granlund, who scored a goal, and three assists.



Czech Republic vs. Switzerland

Czech Republic defeat Switzerland 4-2! First star honours would go to Czech center Roman Horak, who scored a goal. Second star would go to Czech winger Martin Frk, who scored a goal, and two assists. Third star would go to Czech center Tomas Filippi, who scored two goals.



Russia will play Sweden in the Quarter-Finals at the World Junior Championship!



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January 4th

The IceDogs remain at home to play host to the Guelph Storm. Mark Visentin stopped 27 of the 29 shots he faced in the game, and the IceDogs dominated, scoring six straight goals to take a commanding lead, and though they allowed a couple late in the third, the game was never in doubt!

Guelph 2, Niagara 6

Strome (14) (Unassisted) SH
Wilson (23) (Unassisted)
Andrews (2) (Hasson, Agozzino)
Wilson (24) (Graham, Friesen)
Hasson (6) (Agozzino)
Schwindt (10) (Wilson)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Jason Wilson, who scored two goals, and an assist. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Michael Hasson, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Ryan Strome, who scored a goal.


Winger Anton Zlobin has been removed from Russia's roster due to injury. Winger Nikita Dvurechensky has been added to the roster as a replacement.



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January 5th, World Junior Championship, Quarter-Finals

The IceDogs travel to play the Brampton Battalion. Backup goaltender John McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped 19 of the 20 shots he faced, and though the Battalion struck first, the IceDogs would explode, scoring seven unanswered goals to claim the victory!

Niagara 7, Brampton 1

Schwindt (11) (Friesen) PP
Shipley (12) (Friesen, Wilson)
Archibald (15) (Thompson, Rover)
Graham (11) (Schwindt, Shipley)
Agozinno (5) (Gronvaldt)
Woodhouse (4) (Gronvaldt, Thompson)
Thompson (4) (Graham)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Paul Thompson, who scored a goal, and two assists. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Mike Schwindt, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Jesse Graham, who scored a goal, and an assist.

IceDogs winger Johnson Andrews will miss two weeks with a chest injury.



Finland vs. USA

USA defeat Finland 4-0! First star honours would go to American goaltender Jack Campbell, who posted a 26 save shutout. Second star would go to American center Andrew Yogan, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to American winger Jared Knight, who scored a goal.



Russia vs. Sweden

Russia defeat Sweden 5-4 in overtime! First star honours would go to Russian defenseman Nikita Pivtsakin, who recorded three assists. Second star would go to Russia center Ivan Telegin, who recorded two assists. Third star would go to Swedish center Anton Lander, who recorded two assists.



In Relegation League action Germany defeat Switzerland 4-3, and Slovakia defeat Belarus 5-1!



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January 6th

The IceDogs return home to play host to the Belleville Bulls. Mark Visentin stopped 23 of the 26 shots he faced in the game, and Belleville took an early 3-0 lead, and though the IceDogs pressed for the comeback in the third period, they fell just short!

Belleville 3, Niagara 2

Hasson (7) (Wilson, Doan)
Gronvaldt (7) (Wilson)

First star honours would go to Belleville Bulls center Daniel Pachis, who scored two goals. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Jason Wilson, who recorded two assists. Third star would go to Belleville Bulls winger Kyle DeCoste, who recorded two assists.



In Relegation League action Germany defeat Belarus 5-2, and Switzerland defeat Slovakia 3-2!



Slovakia and Belarus have been relegated to the Division 1 World Junior Championships for next year, they will be replaced by Denmark, and Norway, who won their respective Division 1 Groups this year.



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January 7th, World Junior Championship, Semi-Final



USA vs. Canada

Canada defeat USA 5-1! First star honours would go to Canadian center Scott Glennie, who scored a goal, and two assists. Second star would go to Canadian goaltender Olivier Roy, who stopped 25 of 26 shots in the victory. Third star would go to Canadian winger Marcus Foligno, who scored a goal, and an assist.



Russia vs. Czech Republic

Russia defeat Czech Republic 4-3! First star honours would go to Czech winger Jakub Culek, who scored two goals. Second star would go to Czech center Roman Horak, who scored a goal. Third star would go to Czech defenseman Adam Sedlak, who recorded an assist.



Sudbury Wolves center Eric O'Dell is named OHL Player of the Week. In 3 games he scored 4 goals, and 5 assists.



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January 8th

With the trade deadline looming, the IceDogs today announce the completion of a blockbuster deal, which should certainly improve their chances in this years playoffs, sending winger Andrew Agozzino, minor league defenseman Luke Mercer, minor league center Mitchell Theoret, and a 2nd Round Draft Pick to the Kitchener Rangers in return for Swedish winger Gabriel Landeskog.

Agozzino, the only player lost off the IceDogs roster, had played in 37 games with the IceDogs, and struggled, putting up just 13 (5+8) points, and was -10, with 29 penalty minutes.

Landeskog just returned from a disappointing World Juniors, which saw Sweden eliminated by Russia in the Quarter-Finals, however, he has been great for Kitchener this season, playing in 36 games, and putting up 28 (11+17) points, and was +12, with 20 penalty minutes.



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January 9th, World Junior Championship, Medal Round



Bronze Medal Game, Czech Republic vs. USA

USA defeat Czech Republic 5-4 in overtime! First star honours would go to Czech center Roman Horak, who scored a goal, and two assists. Second star would go to American center Andrew Yogan, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to American winger Mitchell Callahan, who scored a goal, and an assist.



Gold Medal Game, Canada vs. Russia

Canada defeat Russia 5-2! First star honours would go to Canadian defenseman Nicolas Deslauriers, who scored a goal, and two assists. Second star would go to Canadian winger Marcus Foligno, who scored two goals, and an assist. Third star would go to Canadian center Brayden Schenn, who recorded three assists.



The Russian Ice Hockey Federation was very pleased with Russia's performance at the tournament!



Bronze: USA
Silver: Russia
Gold: Canada



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January 12th

The IceDogs travel to play the Owen Sound Attack. Mark Visentin stopped 27 of the 29 shots he faced, and though the Attack led 2-1 going into the third period, IceDogs defenseman Simon Gronvaldt would score twice in the final frame to give the IceDogs the victory!

Niagara 3, Owen Sound 2

Strome (15) (Woodhouse, Rover)
Gronvaldt (8) (Friesen)
Gronvaldt (9) (Doan)

First star honours would go to Owen Sound Attack winger Daniel Zweep, who scored a goal. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Simon Gronvaldt, who scored two goals. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Shayne Rover, who recorded an assist.



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January 13th

The IceDogs return home to play host to the Ottawa 67's. Backup goaltender Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped 18 of the 19 shots he faced, and though Ottawa scored first, the IceDogs would score twice in the final three minutes to take the victory!

Ottawa 1, Niagara 2

Wilson (25) (Shipley, Friesen)
Landeskog (12) (Graham, F.Hamilton) PP

First star honours would go to Ottawa 67's goaltender Petr Mrazek, who stopped 27 of 29 shots in the loss. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Jason Wilson, who scored a goal. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Gabriel Landeskog, who scored a goal.



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January 14th

The IceDogs travel to play the Sudbury Wolves. Mark Visentin stopped 15 of the 17 shots he faced in the game, before being pulled in favor of Dalton McGrath, who didn't face a shot the rest of the game, and the IceDogs jumped out to an early 4-0 lead after the first, and kept building from there!

Niagara 7, Sudbury 2

Schwindt (12) (F.Hamilton, Graham) PP
Strome (16) (Thompson, Gronvaldt)
Wilson (26) (Gronvaldt) PP
Gronvaldt (10) (Friesen) SH
Landeskog (13) (Graham)
Wilson (27) (Rover)
De Concilys (5) (F.Hamilton)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Jason Wilson, who scored two goals. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Shayne Rover, who recorded an assist. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Simon Gronvaldt, who scored a goal, and two assists.



Windsor Spitfires winger Alexander Khokhlachev is named OHL Player of the Week. In 2 games he scored 2 goals, and 3 assists.



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January 2007, Part 2



January 19th

Team Davidson defeat Team Cherry 5-4 in the CHL Top Prospects Game at the John Labbatt Centre in London, Ontario! First star honours would go to Team Cherry winger Marc-Olivier Mimar (Acadie-Bathurst Titan), who scored a hat trick. Second star would go to Team Davidson center Sebastien Svendsen (Prince Albert Raiders), who scored two goals. Third star would go to Team Davidson center Tomas Filippi (Quebec Remparts), who recorded two assists.

IceDogs winger Gabriel Landeskog played 13:17, recorded an assist, was Even, and had a shot on goal, and two hits, helping Team Davidson to the victory.



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January 20th

The IceDogs return home to play host to the Plymouth Whalers. Mark Visentin stopped 21 of the 23 shots he faced in the game, and the IceDogs got out to an early 4-0 lead, and though the Whalers showed some life in the third period, they ultimately fell just short!

Plymouth 2, Niagara 5

F.Hamilton (21) (D.Hamilton, Friesen)
Landeskog (14) (Friesen, Archibald)
Wilson (28) (Rover, Graham)
F.Hamilton (22) (Shipley)
Gronvaldt (11) (Archibald)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs center Freddie Hamilton, who scored two goals. Second star would go to Plymouth Whalers defenseman Jay Gilbert, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Alex Friesen, who recorded two assists.



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January 21st

Brampton Battalion center Scott Tanski is named OHL Player of the Week. In 2 games he scored 2 goals, and 2 assists.



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January 24th

IceDogs winger Johnson Andrews resumes full contact practices after recovering from his chest injury.



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January 26th

The IceDogs travel to play the London Knights. Mark Visentin stopped 22 of the 23 shots he faced, and the IceDogs scored the first six goals of the game, and though the Knights managed to get a consolation goal late in the third, they never really threatened!

Niagara 6, London 1

Graham (12) (Landeskog, Schwindt) PP
Wilson (29) (Unassisted) PP
Strome (17) (Unassisted)
Wilson (30) (Gronvaldt) PP
Landeskog (15) (Archibald, F.Hamilton) PP
Schwindt (13) (Strome)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Mike Schwindt, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Ryan Strome, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs goaltender Mark Visentin, who stopped 22 of 23 shots in the victory.



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January 27th

The IceDogs return home to play host to the Brampton Battalion. Backup goaltender Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped 25 of the 30 shots he faced in the game, and though the game was tied 2-2 going into the third period, the Battalion would score three times in the third to take the victory!

Brampton 5, Niagara 2

Archibald (16) (Landesog, F.Hamilton) PP
Schwindt (14) (F.Hamilton, Archibald) PP

First star honours would go to Brampton Battalion defenseman Marcus McIvor, who scored two goals, and three assists. Second star would go to Brampton Battalion center Scott Tanski, who scored a goal, and two assists. Third star would go to Brampton Battalion defenseman Jake Worrad, who scored a goal, and an assist.



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January 28th

The IceDogs travel to play the Sudbury Wolves. Mark Visentin stopped 33 of the 34 shots he faced, and though the Wolves scored the first goal of the contest, the IceDogs would strike back with four unanswered goals to claim the victory!

Niagara 4, Sudbury 1

Strome (18) (Wilson, Shipley)
Hasson (8) (Gronvaldt)
Landeskog (16) (Archibald, Rover)
Shipley (13) (Strome, Wilson) PP

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs center Ryan Strome, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs goaltender Mark Visentin, who stopped 33 of 34 shots in the victory. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Jason Wilson, who recorded two assists.



Plymouth Whalers winger R.J. Mahalak is named OHL Player of the Week. In 3 games he scored 5 goals, and 6 assists.



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January 31st

Mississauga St. Michael's Majors defenseman Marc Cantin is named OHL Player of the Month. In 9 games he scored 9 goals, and 5 assists.



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OHL Scoring Race

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February 2007, Part 1



February 1st

The IceDogs return home to play host to the Peterborough Petes. Mark Visentin stopped 17 of the 19 shots he faced, and though the score was tied 1-1 following the first period of play, the Petes would score the only goal of the third period to take the victory!

Peterborough 2, Niagara 1

Archibald (17) (Landeskog, Tanguay)

First star honours would go to Peterborough Petes winger Matt Puempel, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Peterborough Petes goaltender Mitch Gillam, who stopped 22 of 23 shots in the victory. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Julien Tanguay, who recorded an assist.



IceDogs defenseman Jesse Graham will miss 10 days with bruised ribs.



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February 2nd

The IceDogs travel to play the Brampton Battalion. Backup goaltender Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped 15 of the 18 shots he face and though the Battalion led 4-2 going into the third period, the IceDogs scored three third period goals to take the victory!

Niagara 5, Brampton 4

Wilson (31) (Strome, D.Hamilton) PP
Shipley (14) (Strome, Wilson) PP
Thompson (5) (Tanguay, Billingsley)
Rover (5) (Unassisted) PP
Strome (19) (Hasson)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs center Ryan Strome, who scored a goal, and two assists. Second star would go to Brampton Battalion center Scott Tanski, who recorded two assists. Third star would go to Brampton Battalion defenseman Marcus McIvor, who scored a goal, and an assist.



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February 3rd

The IceDogs return home to play host to the Kingston Frontenacs. Mark Visentin stopped 35 of the 39 shots he faced, and though Kingston scored twice in the second period to take a 4-2 lead into the third, the IceDogs would score three unanswered third period goals to take the victory!

Kingston 4, Niagara 5

Wilson (32) (Unassisted)
Landeskog (17) (Archibald, Schwindt)
Schwindt (15) (Landeskog, Gronvaldt)
Billingsley (1) (D.Hamilton, Strome)
Wilson (33) (Rover) PP

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Jason Wilson, who scored two goals. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Gabriel Landeskog, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Mike Schwindt, who scored a goal, and an assist.



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February 4th

Windsor Spitfires winger Zack Kassian is named OHL Player of the Week. In 3 games he scored 4 goals, and 4 assists.



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February 5th

The Swedish Four Nations Under 20 Tournament begins play today!



Finland vs. Sweden

Sweden defeat Finland 4-0! First star honours would go to Swedish center Anton Lander, who scored two goals. Second star would go to Swedish goaltender Johan Mattsson, who posted a 26 save shutout. Third star would go to Swedish defenseman Simon Bertilsson, who recorded an assist.



Czech Republic vs. Russia

Russia and Czech Republic skate to a 2-2 draw! First star honours would go to Czech winger Dmitrij Jaskin, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Czech goaltender Filip Novotny, who stopped 32 of 34 shots in the draw. Third star would go to Russian center Vladimir Namestnikov, who recorded an assist.



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February 7th



Sweden vs. Czech Republic

Sweden defeat Czech Republic 5-1! First star honours would go to Swedish center Anton Lander, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Swedish goaltender Johan Mattsson, who stopped 23 of 24 shots in the victory. Third star would go to Swedish winger Patric Cehlin, who scored a goal, and two assists.



Russia vs. Finland

Finland defeat Russia 4-3! First star honours would go to Finnish center Mikael Granlund, who scored a goal, and two assists. Second star would go to Finnish winger Joonas Donskoi, who scored two goals. Third star would go to Russian winger Anton Burdasov, who scored two goals.



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February 8th

The IceDogs return home to play host to the Brampton Battalion. Mark Visentin stopped 29 of the 33 shots he faced in the game, and though Battalion defenseman Jake Worrad scored late in the third period to force overtime, the IceDogs would go on to victory in the shootout!

Brampton 4, Niagara 5 (SO) Center Steven Shipley scored the shootout winner.

Landeskog (18) (Gronvaldt) PP
F.Hamilton (23) (Wilson)
Hasson (9) (Gronvaldt)
Wilson (34) (Shipley, F.Hamilton)

First star honours would go to Brampton Battalion center Scott Tanski, who scored a goal, and three assists. Second star would go to Brampton Battalion winger Stephon Thorne, who scored a goal, and two assists. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Freddie Hamilton, who scored a goal, and an assist.



Russia vs. Sweden

Sweden defeat Russia 5-4! First star honours would go to Swedish center Anton Lander, who scored two goals, and an assist. Second star would go to Swedish winger Patric Cehlin, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Swedish winger Oscar Lindberg, who scored a goal, and an assist.



Czech Republic vs. Finland

Finland defeat Czech Republic 4-0! First star honours would go to Finnish goaltender Riku Harma, who posted a 31 save shutout. Second star would go to Finnish center Mikael Granlund, who recorded an assist. Third star would go to Finnish center Joonas Nattinen, who scored a goal, and an assist.







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February 9th

The IceDogs travel to play the Belleville Bulls. Backup goaltender Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped 37 of the 41 shots he faced, and Gabriel Landeskog scored four goals, including two in the third to tie the game 4-4, and completing a natural hat trick by scoring the winner in overtime!

Niagara 5, Belleville 4 (OT)

Landeskog (19) (Unassisted) SH
Shipley (15) (Archibald, Schwindt)
Landeskog (20) (F.Hamilton, Wilson)
Landeskog (21) (F.Hamilton, Archibald) PP
Landeskog (22) (Gronvaldt, Wilson)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Gabriel Landeskog, who scored four goals. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Jason Wilson, who recorded two assists. Third star would go to Belleville Bulls center Brendan Gaunce, who recorded an assist.



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February 10th

IceDogs winger Darren Archibald will miss two weeks with a hip flexor strain.

IceDogs defenseman Jesse Graham resumes full contact practices after recovering from his bruised ribs.



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February 11th

The IceDogs travel to play the Ottawa 67's. Mark Visentin stopped only 5 of the 9 shots he faced before being pulled in favor of Dalton McGrath, who stopped 15 of 16 shots the rest of the way, and though the IceDogs launched a comeback attempt in the third, it fell well short in the end!

Niagara 3, Ottawa 5

Shipley (16) (Friesen, Landeskog)
Landeskog (23) (Wilson)
F.Hamilton (24) (Rover)

First star honours would go to Ottawa 67's winger Shane Prince, who recorded three assists. Second star would go to Ottawa 67's winger Remy Giftopoulos, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Gabriel Landeskog, who scored a goal, and an assist.



Guelph Storm center Peter Holland is named OHL Player of the Week. In 3 games he scored a goal, and 5 assists.



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February 15th

The IceDogs return home to play host to the Windsor Spitfires. Mark Visentin stopped 18 of the 19 shots he faced in the game, and though the Spitfires scored the first goal of the contest, the IceDogs answered with two of their own to take the victory!

Windsor 1, Niagara 2

Gronvaldt (12) (Andrews, Schwindt)
Strome (20) (Shipley, Schwindt)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Mike Schwindt, who recorded two assists. Second star would go to Windsor Spitfires goaltender Jack Campbell, who stopped 31 of 33 shots in the loss. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Steven Shipley, who recorded an assists.



The Erie Otters, and Kitchener Rangers have become the first teams to clinch berths in the J.Ross Robertson Cup Playoffs!



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February 2007, Part 2



February 16th

The Windsor Spitfires have clinched a berth in the J.Ross Robertson Cup Playoffs!



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February 17th

The IceDogs remain at home to play host to the Sudbury Wolves. Mark Visentin stopped only 19 of the 24 shots he faced, and though the IceDogs led 4-2 with just six minutes left in the game, Sudbury would score twice to force overtime, where Wolves center Mike Lomas would emerge as the hero!

Sudbury 5, Niagara 4 (OT)

Hasson (10) (Billingsley, Andrews)
Landeskog (24) (Wilson)
D.Hamilton (4) (Rover, Landeskog)
Shipley (17) (F.Hamilton, Graham)

First star honours would go to Sudbury Wolves center Mike Lomas, who scored a goal, and two assists. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Gabriel Landeskog, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Sudbury Wolves defenseman Nick Trecapelli, who scored a goal, and an assist.



The Guelph Storm have clinched a berth in the J.Ross Robertson Cup Playoffs!



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February 18th

The IceDogs travel to play the Mississauga St. Michael's Majors. Backup goaltender Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped 23 of the 26 shots he faced, and though Mississauga scored early in the third period to tie the score 3-3, the IceDogs would score late in the period to take the victory!

Niagara 4, Mississauga 3

D.Hamilton (5) (Woodhouse)
Landeskog (25) (F.Hamilton) PP
F.Hamilton (25) (Graham, Friesen)
Woodhouse (5) (Andrews, Hasson)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs center Freddie Hamilton, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Kyle Woodhouse, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Mississauga St. Michael's Majors winger Justin Shugg, who scored a goal.



The Niagara IceDogs have clinched a berth in the J.Ross Robertson Cup Playoffs!!!



Sudbury Wolves center Mike Lomas is named OHL Player of the Week. In 3 games he scored a goal, and 6 assists.



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February 21st

The IceDogs travel to play the Guelph Storm. Mark Visentin stopped only 28 of the 33 shots he faced in the game, and though the IceDogs scored early in the third period to tie the game 3-3, the Storm would score two more goals in the period to take the victory!

Niagara 3, Guelph 5

Strome (21) (Friesen, Shipley)
Doan (2) (Strome, Schwindt)
Graham (13) (Shipley, Schwindt) PP

First star honours would go to Guelph Storm center Peter Holland, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Guelph Storm center Alan Quine, who recorded three assists. Third star would go to Guelph Storm center Michael Latta, who scored a goal.



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February 22nd

The IceDogs return home to play host to the Guelph Storm. Backup goaltender Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped 16 of the 19 shots he faced, and though Gabriel Landeskog managed two goals, Guelph scored three to claim the victory!

Guelph 3, Niagara 2

Landeskog (26) (Archibald, Schwindt) PP
Landeskog (27) (Schwindt, F.Hamilton) PP

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Gabriel Landeskog, who scored two goals. Second star would go to Guelph Storm center Peter Holland, who scored a goal. Third star would go to Guelph Storm defenseman Matt Finn, who scored a goal.



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February 23rd

The Oshawa Generals have clinched a berth in the J.Ross Robertson Cup Playoffs!



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February 24th

The IceDogs remain at home to play host to the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds. Mark Visentin stopped all 22 shots he faced to record his first shutout of the season, and the IceDogs backed up his effort, scoring four goals in the victory!

Sault Ste. Marie 0, Niagara 4

Doan (3) (Thompson, Schwindt)
Gronvaldt (13) (Friesen)
Landeskog (28) (Wilson, Scwindt) PP
Billingsley (2) (Unassisted)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs goaltender Mark Visentin, who posted a 22 save shutout. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Mike Schwindt, who recorded two assists. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Tim Billingsley, who scored a goal.



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February 25th

IceDogs winger Darren Archibald resumes full contact practices after recovering from his hip flexor strain.



The Kingston Frontenacs, and Sudbury Wolves have clinched berths in the J.Ross Robertson Cup Playoffs!



Kingston Frontenacs center Nathan Moon has been named OHL Player of the Week. In 2 games he recorded 7 assists.



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February 28th

The Plymouth Whalers, and Peterborough Petes have clinched berths in the J.Ross Robertson Cup Playoffs!



Kingston Frontenacs center Nathan Moon is named OHL Player of the Month. In 10 games he scored 5 goals, and 17 assists.



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March 2007



March 1st

The IceDogs travel to play the Kingston Frontenacs. Mark Visentin stopped only 11 of the 15 shots he faced before being pulled in favor of Dalton McGrath, who stopped all 15 shots he faced the rest of the way, and Kingston scored the first four goals of the game, but though Niagara made a valiant third period comeback attempt, their effort fell just short!

Niagara 3, Kingston 4

Archibald (18) (Landeskog, F.Hamilton)
Shipley (18) (Friesen, Wilson)
Strome (22) (Wilson, Graham)

First star honours would go to Kingston Frontenacs center Michael Fine, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Kingston Frontenacs defenseman Nick Malysa, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Gabriel Landeskog, who recorded an assist.



The Brampton Battalion, and Belleville Bulls have clinched berths in the J.Ross Robertson Cup Playoffs!

This leaves just one berth open in the East, with Mississauga and Ottawa vying for the honours!



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March 3rd

The IceDogs return home to play host to the Brampton Battalion. Mark Visentin stopped all 19 shots he faced to record his second shutout of the season, and the IceDogs backed him up finally, exploding for four goals in the third period to claim the victory!

Brampton 0, Niagara 4

Landeskog (29) (Schwindt, Archibald) PP
Archibald (19) (Landeskog, Graham) PP
F.Hamilton (26) (Landeskog, Schwindt) PP
Doan (4) (Tanguay)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Mike Schwindt, who recorded two assists. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Gabriel Landeskog, who scored a goal, and two assists. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Darren Archibald, who scored a goal, and an assist.



The Owen Sound Attack, and Sarnia Sting have clinched berths in the J.Ross Robertson Cup Playoffs!

This leaves only one berth open in the West, which will surely be claimed by Saginaw in the next couple days.



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March 4th

The Saginaw Spirit claim the final Western Conference berth in the J.Ross Robertson Cup Playoffs!

The London Knights, and Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds will miss the playoffs this season!



Guelph Storm center Michael Latta is named OHL Player of the Week. In 2 games he scored a goal, and 4 assists.



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March 8th

The IceDogs remain at home to play host to the Mississauga St. Michael's Majors. Mark Visentin stopped 21 of the 24 shots he faced, and though the IceDogs jumped out to an early 2-0 lead, the Majors would bounce back with three third period goals to take the victory!

Mississauga 3, Niagara 2

Tanguay (6) (Woodhouse)
Friesen (8) (Archibald, Landeskog)

First star honours would go to Mississauga St. Michael's Majors defenseman Cody Ceci, who scored two goals. Second star would go to Mississauga St. Michael's Majors center Devante Smith-Pelly, who recorded three assists. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Gabriel Landeskog, who recorded an assist.



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March 9th

The IceDogs travel to play the Ottawa 67's. Backup goaltender Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped 21 of the 24 shots he faced, and though Ottawa defenseman Marc Zanetti scored with five minutes left to tie the game 3-3, IceDogs center Alex Friesen scored in the final minute to claim the victory!

Niagara 4, Ottawa 3

Schwindt (16) (F.Hamilton) PP
Archibald (20) (Hasson, Friesen)
Graham (14) (F.Hamilton)
Friesen (9) (Rover, Archibald)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Darren Archibald, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Alex Friesen, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Freddie Hamilton, who recorded two assists.



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March 11th

The IceDogs travel to play the Belleville Bulls. Mark Visentin stopped 23 of the 26 shots he faced in the game, and though the Bulls scored early in the third period to tie the score 3-3, the IceDogs would score two unanswered goals to claim the victory!

Niagara 5, Belleville 3

Archibald (21) (Landeskog, Schwindt) PP
Strome (23) (Andrews, Schwindt)
Friesen (10) (Unassisted) SH
Landeskog (30) (Archibald, Rover)
Schwindt (17) (Unassisted) PP

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Mike Schwindt, who scored a goal, and two assists. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Darren Archibald, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Belleville Bulls winger Luke Judson, who recorded two assists.



The Mississauga St. Michael's Majors have clinched the final berth in the J.Ross Robertson Cup Playoffs!

The Ottawa 67's, and Barrie Colts will miss the playoffs this season!



Sudbury Wolves center Mike Lomas is named OHL Player of the Week. In 3 games he scored 2 goals, and 7 assists.



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March 14th

The IceDogs travel to play the Kingston Frontenacs. Mark Visentin stopped 15 of the 16 shots he faced in the game, and though the Frontenacs struck first, the IceDogs struck back, with Gabriel Landeskog's hat trick leading the offensive outburst in the blowout!

Niagara 6, Kingston 1

Archibald (22) (Schwindt)
Landeskog (31) (Archibald, F.Hamilton) PP
Landeskog (32) (Schwindt, Graham) PP
Schwindt (18) (Graham, F.Hamilton) PP
Thompson (6) (Tanguay, Woodhouse)
Landeskog (33) (Archibald, F.Hamilton) PP

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Gabriel Landeskog, who scored a hat trick. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Darren Archibald, who scored a goal, and two assists. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Mike Schwindt, who scored a goal, and two assists.



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March 15th

The IceDogs return home to play host to the Barrie Colts. Backup goaltender Dalton McGrath will get the start in goal for Niagara. Dalton McGrath stopped 20 of the 22 shots he faced, and though Barrie scored twice in the third period to force overtime, the IceDogs would go on to victory in the shootout!

Barrie 2, Niagara 3 (SO) Center Alex Friesen scored the shootout winner.

Archibald (23) (Friesen, Schwindt)
Wilson (35) (Strome, Landeskog)

First star honours would go to Barrie Colts goaltender Michael Houser, who stopped 25 of 27 shots in the loss. Second star would go to Barrie Colts center Brandon Stewart, who scored a goal. Third star would go to Barrie Colts defenseman Stephen Gaskin, who recorded an assist.



IceDogs defenseman Dougie Hamilton will miss 3 weeks with a hip flexor strain.



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March 17th

The IceDogs remain at home to finish up their season, playing host to the Kingston Frontenacs. Mark Visentin stopped only 24 of the 30 shots he faced, and though the IceDogs actually led 3-2 going into the third period, the Frontenacs would score four times in the third to take the victory!

Kingston 6, Niagara 3

F.Hamilton (27) (Shipley, Wilson)
Gronvaldt (14) (Strome)
Landeskog (34) (Friesen, Archibald)

First star honours would go to Kingston Frontenacs winger Mitch Lebar, who scored two goals, and an assist. Second star would go to Kingston Frontenacs center Ryan Spooner, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Kingston Frontenacs defenseman Jeff Braithwaite, who scored a goal.



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March 18th

London Knights center Chris DeSousa is named OHL Player of the Week. In 3 games he scored 3 goals, and 5 assists.



The Niagara IceDogs have won the Hamilton Spectator Trophy as OHL Regular Season Champions!



J.Ross Robertson Cup Playoffs, Conference Quarter-Final Match-Ups



Western Conference



#1 Kitchener Rangers vs. #8 Owen Sound Attack

In 8 regular season games Owen Sound outscored Kitchener 25-23, while taking the season series 4-2-2!



#2 Windsor Spitfires vs. #7 Sarnia Sting

In 6 regular season games Sarnia outscored Windsor 20-19, while the teams split the season series 3-3-0!



#3 Erie Otters vs. #6 Saginaw Spirit

In 6 regular season games Erie outscored Saginaw 23-18, while the teams split the season series 3-3-0!



#4 Guelph Storm vs. #5 Plymouth Whalers

In 4 regular season games Guelph outscored Plymouth 16-14, while taking the season series 3-1-0!



Eastern Conference



#1 Niagara IceDogs vs. #8 Mississauga St. Michael's Majors

In 6 regular season games Niagara outscored Mississauga 24-20, while taking the season series 3-2-1!



#2 Oshawa Generals vs. #7 Brampton Battalion

In 4 regular season games Oshawa outscored Brampton 15-6, while taking the season series 3-1-0!



#3 Kingston Frontenacs vs. #6 Belleville Bulls

In 8 regular season games Belleville outscored Kingston 30-24, while taking the season series 4-3-1!



#4 Peterborough Petes vs. #5 Sudbury Wolves

In 4 regular season games Sudbury outscored Peterborough 14-10, while taking the season series 3-1-0!



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March 25th, Game 1

The IceDogs remain at home, at the Gatorade Garden City Complex, to play host to the first game of their Conference Quarter-Final series against the Mississauga St. Michael's Majors. Mark Visentin stopped 27 of the 31 shots he faced, and the IceDogs led 5-2 going into the third period, and though the Majors made a valiant comeback effort, they fell just short!

Mississauga 4, Niagara 5

Archibald (1) (Landeskog, Schwindt)
Shipley (1) (Wilson, Gronvaldt)
Archibald (2) (Landeskog)
F.Hamilton (1) (Archibald, Graham) PP
Friesen (1) (Hasson, Archibald)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Darren Archibald, who scored two goals, and two assists. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Gabriel Landeskog, who recorded two assists. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Steven Shipley, who scored a goal.

The Niagara IceDogs lead the series 1-0!



IceDogs defenseman Joey De Concilys will miss 10 days with with a thigh strain. Defenseman Keith Maisonville has been called up from the St. Catharines Falcons.



Niagara IceDogs winger Darren Archibald is named OHL Player of the Week!! In 1 game he scored 2 goals, and 2 assists.



Other Scores

Belleville 2, Kingston 4 (Kingston lead the series 1-0!)
Brampton 1, Oshawa 3 (Oshawa lead the series 1-0!)
Sudbury 3, Peterborough 4 (Peterborough lead the series 1-0!)

Saginaw 5, Erie 3 (Saginaw lead the series 1-0!)
Plymouth 6, Guelph 1 (Plymouth lead the series 1-0!)
Owen Sound 1, Kitchener 2 (Kitchener lead the series 1-0!)
Sarnia 2, Windsor 4 (Windsor lead the series 1-0!)



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March 26th, Game 2

The IceDogs remain at home to play host to the second game of their series with the Mississauga St. Michael's Majors. Mark Visentin stopped 20 of the 22 shots he faced, and though the Majors scored early in the third to tie the score 2-2, the IceDogs would score two unanswered goals to claim the victory!

Mississauga 2, Niagara 4

Shipley (2) (F.Hamilton, Graham) PP
Shipley (3) (Gronvaldt) PP
Wilson (1) (Strome, F.Hamilton) PP
F.Hamilton (2) (Landeskog, Archibald) PP

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs center Freddie Hamilton, who scored a goal, and two assists. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Steven Shipley, who scored two goals. Third star would go to Mississauga St. Michael's Majors defenseman Marc Cantin, who recorded an assist.

The Niagara IceDogs lead the series 2-0!



Other Scores

Belleville 3, Kingston 6 (Kingston lead the series 2-0!)
Brampton 3, Oshawa 5 (Oshawa lead the series 2-0!)
Sudbury 2, Peterborough 5 (Peterborough lead the series 2-0!)

Saginaw 5, Erie 3 (Saginaw lead the series 2-0!)
Plymouth 5, Guelph 2 (Plymouth lead the series 2-0!)
Owen Sound 7, Kitchener 2 (The series is tied 1-1!)
Sarnia 2, Windsor 3 (Windsor lead the series 2-0!)



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March 28th, Game 3

The IceDogs travel to the Hershey Centre in Mississauga to play the third game of their series with the Mississauga St. Michael's Majors. Mark Visentin stopped 19 of the 21 shots he faced, and though the IceDogs scored first, the Majors scored twice in the third period to take the victory!

Niagara 1, Mississauga 2

Wilson (2) (Strome, Shipley)

First star honours would go to Mississauga St. Michael's Majors goaltender J.P. Anderson, who stopped 27 of 28 shots in the victory. Second star would go to Mississauga St. Michael's Majors defenseman David Corrente, who scored a goal. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Jason Wilson, who scored a goal.

The Niagara IceDogs lead the series 2-1!



Other Scores

Kingston 5, Belleville 2 (Kingston lead the series 3-0!)
Oshawa 4, Brampton 3 (Oshawa lead the series 3-0!)
Peterborough 2, Sudbury 5 (Peterborough lead the series 2-1!)

Kitchener 1, Owen Sound 2 (Owen Sound lead the series 2-1!)
Guelph 4, Plymouth 2 (Plymouth lead the series 2-1!)
Erie 4, Saginaw 2 (Saginaw lead the series 2-1!)
Windsor 4, Sarnia 3 (Windsor lead the series 3-0!)



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March 29th, Game 4

The IceDogs remain in Mississauga to play the fourth game of their series with the Mississauga St. Michael's Majors. Mark Visentin stopped 21 of the 25 shots he faced, and though the Majors scored first, the IceDogs scored four straight goals, and continued to build on that performance through the game!

Niagara 7, Mississauga 4

Wilson (3) (Unassisted)
Wilson (4) (Unassisted)
Strome (1) (Wilson, F.Hamilton)
Strome (2) (Wilson, Rover) PP
Archibald (3) (Landeskog, F.Hamilton)
Gronvaldt (1) (Shipley)
Shipley (4) (Archibald, Schwindt)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Darren Archibald, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Jason Wilson, who scored two goals, and two assists. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Ryan Strome, who scored two goals.

The Niagara IceDogs lead the series 3-1!



Other Scores

Kingston 3, Belleville 2 (The Kingston Frontenacs eliminate the Belleville Bulls, defeating them 4 games to 0!)
Oshawa 5, Brampton 4 (The Oshawa Generals eliminate the Brampton Battalion, defeating them 4 games to 0!)
Peterborough 3, Sudbury 5 (The series is tied 2-2!)

Kitchener 3, Owen Sound 4 (Owen Sound lead the series 3-1!)
Guelph 3, Plymouth 2 (The series is tied 2-2!)
Erie 9, Saginaw 3 (The series is tied 2-2!)
Windsor 3, Sarnia 2 (The Windsor Spitfires eliminate the Sarnia Sting, defeating them 4 games to 0!)



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March 31st, Game 5

The IceDogs return home to play host to the fifth game of their series with the Mississauga St. Michael's Majors. Mark Visentin stopped 31 of the 34 shots he faced, and the IceDogs took a 4-0 lead into the first, and the Majors put together one last gasp, but fell just short of the comeback!

Mississauga 3, Niagara 4

Woodhouse (1) (Tanguay, Rover)
F.Hamilton (3) (Billingsley, Graham)
Strome (3) (Wilson, F.Hamilton)
Landeskog (1) (Shipley, Archibald)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs center Freddie Hamilton, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Darren Archibald, who recorded an assist. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Shayne Rover, who recorded an assist.

The Niagara IceDogs eliminate the Mississauga St. Michael's Majors, defeating them 4 games to 1!



Kingston Frontenacs center Nathan Moon is named OHL Player of the Month. In 12 games he scored 6 goals, and 15 assists.



Other Scores

Sudbury 2, Peterborough 1 (Sudbury lead the series 3-2!)

Saginaw 5, Erie 2 (Saginaw lead the series 3-2!)
Plymouth 3, Guelph 2 (Plymouth lead the series 3-2!)
Owen Sound 2, Kitchener 3 (Owen Sound lead the series 3-2!)



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April 1st

The ISS released their Final Rankings for the 2007 NHL Entry Draft, and three IceDogs were ranked!

RW Gabriel Landeskog - #15 (Down From #10 at Mid-Terms)
D Dougie Hamilton - #141 (Up From #151 at Mid-Terms)
D Joey De Concilys - #163 (Down From #147 at Mid-Terms)

The top-ranked player was Drummondville Voltigeurs winger Sean Couturier, followed by Saint John Sea Dogs defenseman Nathan Beaulieu, and Red Deer Rebels center Ryan Nugent-Hopkins.

The top-ranked OHL Player was Peterborough Petes winger Matt Puempel at #4!

The ISS released their Final Rankings for the 2007 OHL Priority Selection!

The top-ranked player was Mississauga Senators defenseman Myles Ellsworth (50GP, 4G, 24A, 28P, -2, 154 PIM, 6.70 AvR), followed by Toronto Young Nationals winger Carson Kassian (47GP, 11G, 16A, 27P, -6, 61 PIM, 6.49 AvR), and Ottawa Sting winger Grayson Bohonos (50GP, 13G, 22A, 35P, -1, 81 PIM, 6.44 AvR).

The Niagara IceDogs will hold the 20th Overall Draft Pick!

Ranked #20 - RW Emmanuel Mitchell, Richmond Hill Stars (ETA) - 46GP, 14G, 13A, 27P, -10, 70 PIM, 6.35 AvR

The ISS released their Final Rankings for the 2007 CHL Import Draft!

The top-ranked player was Swedish defenseman Oscar Klefbom (Farjestad J18, 40GP, 13G, 40A, 53P, +20, 50 PIM, 7.72 AvR), followed by Slovakian defenseman Karol Korim (Mlada Boleslav Jrs, 37GP, 12G, 44A, 56P, +34, 76 PIM, 7.16 AvR), and Finnish center Miikka Salomaki (Karpat Jrs, 35GP, 18G, 36A, 54P, +25, 60 PIM, 7.46 AvR).



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April 2nd, Game 6

Peterborough 4, Sudbury 2 (The series is tied 3-3!)

Kitchener 4, Owen Sound 7 (The Owen Sound Attack eliminate the Kitchener Rangers, defeating them 4 games to 2!)
Guelph 4, Plymouth 3 (The series is tied 3-3!)
Erie 1, Saginaw 2 (The Saginaw Spirit eliminate the Erie Otters, defeating them 4 games to 2!)



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April 4th, Game 7

Sudbury 3, Peterborough 2 (The Sudbury Wolves eliminate the Peterborough Petes, defeating them 4 games to 3!)

Plymouth 3, Guelph 1 (The Plymouth Whalers eliminate the Guelph Storm, defeating them 4 games to 3!)



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2007 J.Ross Robertson Cup Playoffs, Conference Semi-Final Match-Ups



Western Conference



#2 Windsor Spitfires vs. #8 Owen Sound Attack

In 4 regular season games Windsor outscored Owen Sound 15-12, while taking the season series 3-1-0!



#5 Plymouth Whalers vs. #6 Saginaw Spirit

In 6 regualr season games Plymouth outscored Saginaw 17-15, while Saginaw took the season series 3-2-1!



Eastern Conference



#1 Niagara IceDogs vs. #5 Sudbury Wolves

In 6 regular season games Niagara outscored Sudbury 25-16, while taking the season series 4-2-0!



#2 Oshawa Generals vs. #3 Kingston Frontenacs

In 6 regular season games Oshawa outscored Kingston 17-15, while the teams split the season series 2-2-2!

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2007 J.Ross Robertson Cup Playoffs, Conference Semi-Finals



April 6th, Game 1

The IceDogs remain at home, at the Gatorade Garden City Complex in St. Catharines, to play host to the first game of their Conference Semi-Final series with the Sudbury Wolves. Mark Visentin stopped 19 of the 20 shots he faced in the game, and though the Wolves scored first, the IceDogs would score three unanswered goals to take the victory!

Sudbury 1, Niagara 3

Schwindt (1) (Landeskog, F.Hamilton) PP
Landeskog (2) (Archibald, F.Hamilton) PP
Landeskog (3) (Wilson, Billingsley)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Gabriel Landeskog, who scored two goals, and an assist. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Mike Schwindt, who scored a goal. Third star would go to Sudbury Wolves winger Barclay Goodrow, who scored a goal.

The Niagara IceDogs lead the series 1-0!



Other Scores

Kingston 5, Oshawa 3 (Kingston lead the series 1-0!)

Saginaw 5, Plymouth 4 (Saginaw lead the series 1-0!)
Owen Sound 0, Windsor 3 (Windsor lead the series 1-0!)



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April 7th, Game 2

IceDogs defenseman Joey De Concilys resumes full contact practices after recovering from his thigh strain.



The IceDogs remain at home to play host to the second game of their series with the Sudbury Wolves. Mark Visentin stopped 25 of the 31 shots he faced, and though the score was tied 2-2 at the end of the second period, the Wolves would explode for four goals in the third to claim the victory!

Sudbury 6, Niagara 2

Archibald (4) (Graham, Landeskog) PP
Archibald (5) (Graham, F.Hamilton) PP

First star honours would go to Sudbury Wolves center Mike Lomas, who scored two goals, and an assist. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Darren Archibald, who scored two goals. Third star would go to Sudbury Wolves defenseman Scott Harrington, who recorded two assists.

The series is tied 1-1!



Other Scores

Kingston 3, Oshawa 4 (The series is tied 1-1!)

Saginaw 2, Plymouth 4 (The series is tied 1-1!)
Owen Sound 2, Windsor 3 (Windsor lead the series 2-0!)



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April 8th

IceDogs defenseman Dougie Hamilton resumes full contact practices after recovering from his hip flexor strain.



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April 9th, Game 3

The IceDogs travel to the Sudbury Community Arena in Sudbury to play the third game of their series with the Sudbury Wolves. Mark Visentin stopped 34 of the 36 shots he faced, and though Sudbury led 2-0 just five minutes into the game, the IceDogs would come back, scoring three unanswered goals to claim the victory!

Niagara 3, Sudbury 2

Archibald (6) (Graham, Landeskog) PP
Friesen (2) (Hasson)
Wilson (5) (Shipley)

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs goaltender Mark Visentin, who stopped 34 of 36 shots in the victory. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Darren Archibald, who scored a goal. Third star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Steven Shipley, who recorded an assist.

The Niagara IceDogs lead the series 2-1!



IceDogs winger Gabriel Landeskog will miss 10 days with a groin strain. Of course, this being the playoffs, he will be back in the lineup the minute the doctors tell he can resume skating.



Other Scores

Oshawa 4, Kingston 3 (Oshawa lead the series 2-1!)

Windsor 4, Owen Sound 3 (Windsor lead the series 3-0!)
Plymouth 3, Saginaw 4 (Saginaw lead the series 2-1!)



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April 10th, Game 4

The IceDogs remain in Sudbury to play the fourth game of their series with the Sudbury Wolves. Mark Visentin stopped 29 of the 32 shots he faced, and though the Wolves scored in the closing minutes of the game to force overtime, it would be Niagara defenseman Jesse Graham coming through with the game winner!

Niagara 4, Sudbury 3 (OT)

Friesen (3) (Wilson, F.Hamilton) PP
Billingsley (1) (Shipley)
Hasson (1) (Andrews, Billingsley)
Graham (1) (F.Hamilton) PP

First star honours would go to Niagara IceDogs defenseman Tim Billingsley, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs center Freddie Hamilton, who recorded two assists. Third star would go to Sudbury Wolves winger Andrei Kuchin, who scored a goal.

The Niagara IceDogs lead the series 3-1!



Other Scores

Oshawa 4, Kingston 2 (Oshawa lead the series 3-1!)

Windsor 5, Owen Sound 4 (The Windsor Spitfires eliminate the Owen Sound Attack, defeating them 4 games to 0!)
Plymouth 4, Saginaw 2 (The series is tied 2-2!)



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April 12th, Game 5

The IceDogs return home to play host to the fifth game of their series with the Sudbury Wolves. Mark Visentin stopped 24 of the 28 shots he faced, but at the other end of the rink, Wolves netminder Joel Vienneau blanked the IceDogs the entire game, giving his team the victory!

Sudbury 4, Niagara 0

First star honours would go to Sudbury Wolves goaltender Joel Vienneau, who posted a 31 save shutout. Second star would go to Sudbury Wolves center Mike Lomas, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Sudbury Wolves defenseman Charlie Dodero, who scored a goal.

The Niagara IceDogs lead the series 3-2!



Other Scores

Kingston 0, Oshawa 1 (The Oshawa Generals eliminate the Kingston Frontenacs, defeating them 4 games to 1!)

Saginaw 4, Plymouth 3 (Saginaw lead the series 3-2!)



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April 14th, Game 6

The IceDogs return to Sudbury to play the sixth game of their series with the Sudbury Wolves. Mark Visentin stopped 25 of the 29 shots he faced, and the Wolves led 4-1 going into the third period, and though the IceDogs poured it on in a comeback attempt, that attempt would fall just short!

Niagara 3, Sudbury 4

Archibald (7) (Graham, F.Hamilton) PP
Friesen (4) (Wilson, Shipley) PP
Schwindt (2) (Unassisted) PP

First star honours would go to Sudbury Wolves winger Marcus Foligno, who scored two goals, and an assist. Second star would go to Sudbury Wolves center Mike Lomas, who recorded three assists. Third star would go to Sudbury Wolves winger Barclay Goodrow, who scored a goal, and an assist.

The series is tied 3-3!



Other Scores

Plymouth 2, Saginaw 5 (The Saginaw Spirit eliminate the Plymouth Whalers, defeating them 4 games to 2!)



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April 16th, Game 7

The IceDogs return home to play host to the decisive seventh game of their series with the Sudbury Wolves. Gabriel Landeskog will return to the lineup tonight! Mark Visentin stopped only 19 of the 24 shots he faced, and though the IceDogs led 2-1 to begin the second, the Wolves would score four times in the second period to take a lead they would never give up!

Sudbury 5, Niagara 3

Landeskog (4) (F.Hamilton, Archibald) PP
Wilson (6) (Shipley, Strome)
Graham (2) (Landeskog)

First star honours would go to Sudbury Wolves winger Barclay Goodrow, who scored two goals. Second star would go to Niagara IceDogs winger Gabriel Landeskog, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Sudbury Wolves center Eric O'Dell, who recorded two assists.

The Sudbury Wolves eliminate the Niagara IceDogs, defeating them 4 games to 3!











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J.Ross Robertson Cup Playoffs, Conference Final Match-Ups!



Western Conference



#2 Windsor Spitfires vs. #6 Saginaw Spirit

In 6 regular season games, Windsor outscored Saginaw 24-13, while taking the season series 5-1-0!



Eastern Conference



#2 Oshawa Generals vs. #5 Sudbury Wolves

In 4 regular season games, Oshawa outscored Sudbury 23-13, while taking the season series 3-0-1!

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2007 J.Ross Robertson Cup Playoffs, Conference Finals



April 17th



Saginaw vs. Windsor, Game 1

Windsor defeat Saginaw 2-0! First star honours would go to Windsor Spitfires goaltender Jack Campbell, who posted a 22 save shutout. Second star would go to Saginaw Spirit goaltender Tadeas Galansky, who stopped 26 of 28 shots in the loss. Third star would go to Windsor Spitfires defenseman Ryan Ellis, who recorded an assist.

The Windsor Spitfires lead the series 1-0!



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April 18th

With the IceDogs out of the playoffs, they begin to shed players to prepare their roster for next season.

The IceDogs release their three overage players:

D Tim Billingsley
LW Jason Wilson

LW Darren Archibald is on loan to the Vancouver Canucks, and will leave the IceDogs when the loan finishes.

The following have also been released:

G Dalton McGrath
LW Johnson Andrews
RW Michael Hasson

These players will be overage next season, but will be playing elsewhere.

The three overagers left on the roster for next season are: D Mike Schwindt, D Simon Gronvaldt, and C Alex Friesen.



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April 19th



Sudbury Wolves vs. Oshawa Generals, Game 1

Sudbury defeat Oshawa 5-2! First star honours would go to Sudbury Wolves defenseman Scott Harrington, who scored two goals. Second star would go to Sudbury Wolves winger Marcus Foligno, who recorded an assist. Third star would go to Sudbury Wolves center Eric O'Dell, who scored a goal, and an assist.

The Sudbury Wolves lead the series 1-0!



Saginaw Spirit vs. Windsor Spitfires, Game 2

Saginaw defeat Windsor 4-2! First star honours would go to Saginaw Spirit defenseman Ryan Murphy, who scored two goals, and an assist. Second star would go to Saginaw Spirit defenseman Brady Austin, who scored a goal. Third star would go to Saginaw Spirit defenseman Peter Hermenegildo, who recorded an assist.

The series is tied 1-1!



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April 20th



Windsor Spitfires vs. Saginaw Spirit, Game 3

Saginaw defeat Windsor 4-2! First star honours would go to Saginaw Spirit defenseman Peter Hermenegildo, who recorded two assists. Second star would go to Saginaw Spirit center Ivan Telegin, who scored a goal. Third star would go to Saginaw Spirit winger Josh Shalla, who scored a goal.

The Saginaw Spirit lead the series 2-1!



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April 21st



Sudbury Wolves vs. Oshawa Generals, Game 2

Sudbury defeat Oshawa 3-2! First star honours would go to Sudbury Wolves winger Barclay Goodrow, who scored a goal. Second star would go to Sudbury Wolves center Eric O'Dell, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Oshawa Generals winger Alain Berger, who recorded two assists.

The Sudbury Wolves lead the series 2-0!



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April 22nd



Oshawa Generals vs. Sudbury Wolves, Game 3

Sudbury defeat Oshawa 2-0! First star honours would go to Sudbury Wolves center Eric O'Dell, who recorded two assists. Second star would go to Sudbury Wolves goaltender Joel Vienneau, who posted a 19 save shutout. Third star would go to Sudbury Wolves winger Marcus Foligno, who recorded two assists.

The Sudbury Wolves lead the series 3-0!



Windsor Spitfires vs. Saginaw Spirit, Game 4

Windsor defeat Saginaw 4-1! First star honours would go to Windsor Spitfires center David Pacan, who recorded three assists. Second star would go to Windsor Spitfires defenseman Ryan Ellis, who recorded two assists. Third star would go to Windsor Spitfires winger Zack Kassian, who scored a goal.

The series is tied 2-2!



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April 24th



Oshawa Generals vs. Sudbury Wolves, Game 4

Sudbury defeat Oshawa 4-1! First star honours would go to Sudbury Wolves winger Barclay Goodrow, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Sudbury Wolves winger Marcus Foligno, who scored a goal. Third star would go to Sudbury Wolves center Mike Lomas, who recorded two assists.

The Sudbury Wolves eliminate the Oshawa Generals, defeating them 4 games to 0!



Saginaw Spirit vs. Windsor Spitfires, Game 5

Windsor defeat Saginaw 4-2! First star honours would go to Windsor Spitfires center David Pacan, who scored two goals. Second star would go to Saginaw Spirit winger Mickey Sartoretto, who recorded two assists. Third star would go to Saginaw Spirit defenseman Peter Hermenegildo, who recorded an assist.

The Windsor Spitfires lead the series 3-2!



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April 26th



Windsor Spitfires vs. Saginaw Spirit, Game 6

Windsor defeat Saginaw 4-2! First star honours would go to Windsor Spitfires center David Pacan, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Windsor Spitfires winger Kenny Ryan, who scored a goal. Third star would go to Windsor Spitfires defenseman Ryan Ellis, who recorded an assist.

The Windsor Spitfires eliminate the Saginaw Spirit, defeating them 4 games to 2!



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J.Ross Robertson Cup Final Match-Up



#2 (West) Windsor Spitfires vs. #5 (East) Sudbury Wolves

In 2 regular season games Sudbury outscored Windsor 11-4, while taking the season series 1-0-1!

To get to this points the Windsor Spitfires had to eliminate the #7 Sarnia Sting, #8 Owen Sound Attack, and #6 Saginaw Spirit, while the Sudbury Wolves had to go through the #4 Peterborough Petes, #1 Niagara IceDogs, and #2 Oshawa Generals.

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2007 J.Ross Robertson Cup Final



May 1st, Game 1



Sudbury Wolves vs. Windsor Spitfires

Sudbury defeat Windsor 3-2! First star honours would go to Sudbury Wolves defenseman Scott Harrington, who scored a goal, and an assist. Second star would go to Sudbury Wolves winger Barclay Goodrow, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Sudbury Wolves center Mike Lomas, who recorded an assist.

The Sudbury Wolves lead the series 1-0!



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May 3rd, Game 2



Sudbury Wolves vs. Windsor Spitfires

Windsor defeat Sudbury 5-3! First star honours would go to Sudbury Wolves winger Barclay Goodrow, who scored a hat trick. Second star would go to Sudbury Wolves winger Marcus Foligno, who recorded three assists. Third star would go to Sudbury Wolves center Mike Lomas, who recorded two assists.

The series is tied 1-1!



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May 5th, Game 3



Windsor Spitfires vs. Sudbury Wolves

Windsor defeat Sudbury 5-2! First star honours would go to Windsor Spitfires winger Stephen Johnston, who recorded two assists. Second star would go to Windsor Spitfires center David Pacan, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Sudbury Wolves winger Andrei Kuchin, who scored a goal, and an assist.

The Windsor Spitfires lead the series 2-1!



The OHL Priority Selection took place today, more information in the next post.



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May 7th, Game 4



Windsor Spitfires vs. Sudbury Wolves

Windsor defeat Sudbury 4-3! First star honours would go to Sudbury Wolves winger Barclay Goodrow, who scored a goal, and two assists. Second star would go to Windsor Spitfires center David Pacan, who scored a goal, and two assists. Third star would go to Windsor Spitfires winger Brady Vail, who recorded two assists.

The Windsor Spitfires lead the series 3-1!



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May 8th

The Medicine Hat Tigers have won the WHL Presidents Cup, defeating the Everett Silvertips 4 games to 1, and will represent the WHL as Champions at the Memorial Cup in Vancouver!



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May 9th, Game 5



Sudbury Wolves vs. Windsor Spitfires

Sudbury defeat Windsor 6-2! First star honours would go to Sudbury Wolves winger Marcus Foligno, who scored two goals, and two assists. Second star would go to Sudbury Wolves winger Barclay Goodrow, who scored a goal, and an assist. Third star would go to Windsor Spitfires center David Pacan, who recorded two assists.

The Windsor Spitfires lead the series 3-2!



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May 11th, Game 6



Windsor Spitfires vs. Sudbury Wolves

Sudbury defeat Windsor 6-3! First star honours would go to Sudbury Wolves center Eric O'Dell, who scored two goals, and an assist. Second star would go to Sudbury Wolves winger Andrei Kuchin, who scored two goals. Third star would go to Windsor Spitfires winger Alexander Khokhlachev, who recorded two assists.

The series is tied 3-3!



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May 12th

The Acadie-Bathurst Titan have won the QMJHL Presidents Cup, defeating the Halifax Mooseheads 4 games to 2, and will represent the QMJHL as Champions at the Memorial Cup in Vancouver!



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May 13th, Game 7



Sudbury Wolves vs. Windsor Spitfires

Windsor defeat Sudbury 3-0! First star honours would go to Windsor Spitfires goaltender Jack Campbell, who posted a 21 save shutout. Second star would go to Windsor Spitfires defenseman Nick Ebert, who recorded an assist. Third star would go to Widnsor Spitfires winger Kenny Ryan, who scored a goal.

The Windsor Spitfires have won the J.Ross Robertson Cup, defeating the Sudbury Wolves 4 games to 3, and will represent the OHL as Champions at the Memorial Cup in Vancouver!



The Memorial Cup is set:

Vancouver Giants (Hosts)
Medicine Hat Tigers (WHL Champion)
Acadie-Bathurst Titan (QMJHL Champion)
Windsor Spitfires (OHL Champion)

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2007 OHL Priority Selection, May 5th


The Niagara IceDogs hold the 20th Overall Pick of the Draft!

The Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds use the first overall pick to draft Mississauga Senators defenseman Myles Ellsworth!



1st Round (20th Overall): RD/LD Alain Harrington

5'9", 213 lbs, Age: 16, From: Hastings, Ontario, Wexford AAA Raiders (Greater Toronto Hockey League)

Stats: 50GP, 4G, 23A, 27P, -11, 62 PIM, 6.40 AvR



5th Round (89th Overall): LW Philippe Bartley

5'6", 180 lbs, Age: 15, From: Point Anne, Ontario, Superior Eagles (Hockey Northern Ontario)

Stats: 50GP, 9G, 9A, 18P, +4, 66 PIM, 5.68 AvR



5th Round (100th Overall): LD Barry Dulle

6', 213 lbs, Age: 15, From: Toronto, Ontario, Central Ontario Wolves (Eastern AAA Hockey League)

Stats: 50GP, 16G, 20A, 36P, -13, 100 PIM, 6.58 AvR



6th Round (120th Overall): C Kaylen Pelletier

5'8", 205 lbs, Age: 15, From: Espanola, Ontario, Superior Eagles (Hockey Northern Ontario)

Stats: 50GP, 23G, 22A, 45P, +10, 71 PIM, 7.20 AvR



7th Round (140th Overall): RW Jean-Claude Regier

5'7", 189 lbs, Age: 15, From: Barrie, Ontario, Seaway Valley Rapids (Ottawa and District MHA Midget League)

Stats: 49GP, 9G, 13A, 22P, -22, 110 PIM, 5.76 AvR



8th Round (160th Overall): G Marc-Andre Maillette

5'9", 178 lbs, Age: 16, From: Oakville, Ontario, North York AAA Rangers (Greater Toronto Hockey League)

Stats: 45GP, 30-10-5, 0 SO, 2.78 GAA, .902 SV%, 7.71 AvR



9th Round (180th Overall): LW Pierre-Alexandre Mason

5'7", 194 lbs, Age: 16, From: Strathroy, Ontario, Peterborough AAA Petes (Eastern AAA Hockey League)

Stats: 50GP, 12G, 26A, 38P, +14, 76 PIM, 5.68 AvR



10th Round (191st Overall): RD Grant Marks

5'8", 198 lbs, Age: 16, From: Gananoque, Ontario, Wexford AAA Raiders (Greater Toronto Hockey League)

Stats: 49GP, 12G, 21A, 33P, +4, 66 PIM, 6.22 AvR



10th Round (200th Overall): RW/C Brian Maltais

5'8", 178 lbs, Age: 16, From: East York, Ontario, Kanata Kings (Ottawa and District MHA Midget League)

Stats: 50GP, 14G, 13A, 27P, +8, 66 PIM, 6.42 AvR



11th Round (220th Overall): C Voldy McAllister

5'9", 194 lbs, Age: 16, From: Brockville, Ontario, Waterloo Wolves (Alliance Pavilion League)

Stats: 50GP, 28G, 18A, 46P, +11, 48 PIM, 6.68 AvR



12th Round (240th Overall): C Ron Tanti

5'9", 196 lbs, Age: 15, From: Brockville, Ontario, Clarington Toros (Eastern AAA Hockey League)

Stats: 50GP, 13G, 22A, 35P, +9, 76 PIM, 6.02 AvR



13th Round (260th Ovearll): C Colin Bock

5'9", 176 lbs, Age: 16, From: Collingwood, Ontario, Kitchener Junior Rangers (Alliance Pavilion League)

Stats: 50GP, 14G, 8A, 22P, -12, 114 PIM, 5.34 AvR



14th Round (280th Overall): RW Dwayne Lefebvre

5'10", 194 lbs, Age: 16, From: Thornbury, Ontario, Toronto Junior Canadians (Greater Toronto Hockey League)

Stats: 50GP, 19G, 12A, 31P, +13, 82 PIM, 5.86 AvR



15th Round (300th Overall): G Robbie McAllister

6', 185 lbs, Age: 15, From: Walden, Ontario, Waterloo Wolves (Alliance Pavilion League)

Stats: 50GP, 36-7-7, 0SO, 3.09 GAA, .890 SV%, 7.30 AvR



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OHL Awards Presentation, May 20th



Red Tilson Trophy (Outstanding Player)

C Mike Lomas, Sudbury Wolves (68GP, 28G, 68A, 96P, +19, 166 PIM, 8.60 AvR)

Runners-Up: LW Marcus Foligno (Sudbury Wolves), C Peter Holland (Guelph Storm)



William Hanley Award (Perseverance, Sportsmanship, Dedication to Hockey)

D Julian Melchiori, Kitchener Rangers

Runners-Up: D Brett Cook (Erie Otters), D Calvin De Haan (Oshawa Generals)



Matt Leyden Trophy (Coach of the Year)

Bob Jones, Windsor Spitfires

Runners-Up: Trent Cull (Sudbury Wolves), Cam Stewart (Oshawa Generals)



Max Kaminsky Trophy (Defenseman of the Year)

Julian Melchiori, Kitchener Rangers (68GP, 26G, 43A, 69P, +17, 30 PIM, 8.00 AvR)

Runners-Up: D Mike Schwindt (Niagara IceDogs), D Nick Ebert (Windsor Spitfires)



OHL Goaltender of the Year

Dennis Saikkonen, Brampton Battalion (57GP, 24-25-7, 2 SO, 3.15 GAA, .896 SV%, 7.93 AvR)

Runners-Up: Matt Mahalak (Plymouth Whalers), Brandon Maxwell (Kitchener Rangers)



Eddie Powers Memorial Trophy (Leading Scorer)

LW R.J. Mahalak, Plymouth Whalers (85 points)

Runners-Up: RW Christian Thomas (Oshawa Generals), LW Marcus Foligno (Sudbury Wolves)



Leo Lalonde Memorial Trophy (Top Overage Player)

LW R.J. Mahalak, Plymouth Whalers (68GP, 47G, 38A, 85P, +15, 56 PIM, 7.54 AvR)

Runners-Up: LW Marcus Foligno (Sudbury Wolves), C Ethan Werek (Kingston Frontenacs)



Emms Family Trophy (Rookie of the Year)

D Julian Melchiori, Kitchener Rangers

Runners-Up: C Mike Lomas (Sudbury Wolves), LW Marcus Foligno (Sudbury Wolves)



Bobby Smith Trophy (Scholastic Player of the Year)

G Michael Houser, Barrie Colts

Runners-Up: D Mike Schwindt (Niagara IceDogs), D Julian Melchiori (Kitchener Rangers)



OHL Executive of the Year

Warren Rychel, Windsor Spitfires

Runners-Up: Blaine Smith (Sudbury Wolves), Chris DePiero (Oshawa Generals)



OHL Star Player Award

C Mike Lomas, Sudbury Wolves

Runners-Up: D Julian Melchiori, LW Marcus Foligno