By KEVIN OKLOBZIJA A week ago, all was right with the world of the American Hockey League for the Rochester Americans. They were riding a six-game winning streak. Two of those wins came on home ice and, more impressively, four were on the road, including a pair of victories in Toronto, home of the North Division-leading Marlies. Ah, but my how quickly things can … [Read more...] about Lack of urgency costs Amerks dearly
Even an NHL goalie couldn’t save the Amerks against Belleville
By KEVIN OKLOBZIJA Having already missed more time than at any point of his eight-year professional career, goalie Eric Comrie just wanted to play again. So when the Buffalo Sabres asked if he’d accept a conditioning assignment with the Rochester Americans, the answer was easy. “No hesitation; I said for sure,” Comrie said. There’s no way Comrie wants to be rusty or … [Read more...] about Even an NHL goalie couldn’t save the Amerks against Belleville
Wall shines in homecoming as Penn State soars past RIT
By KEVIN OKLOBZIJA The tradition spans the generations of the Rochester Institute of Technology Corner Crew. When the starting lineups are announced, the fiercely loyal student section provides a boisterous “welcome,” if you will, to each visiting player, making sure they know their place. Even when a holiday break or spring break depletes the Corner Crew population, … [Read more...] about Wall shines in homecoming as Penn State soars past RIT
Biro continues hot play as Amerks defeat Utica
By KEVIN OKLOBZIJA For Brandon Biro, it’s not a matter of if he will play in the National Hockey League, but when. His coach with the Rochester Americans, Seth Appert, is sure of it. And why wouldn’t Appert believe that? The third-year center is piling up points with crazy regularity, including a goal and an assist in Wednesday night’s 5-4 overtime victory over the … [Read more...] about Biro continues hot play as Amerks defeat Utica
No. 20 RIT ready for weekend showdown with No. 5 Penn State
By KEVIN OKLOBZIJA With a 12-4 record, possession of first place in Atlantic Hockey and ranked No. 20 in the country in both national polls, the Rochester Institute of Technology Tigers believe they’re capable of making a lasting impression this season. They’ll find out this weekend if that belief is justified. The Tigers, No. 20 in both the USCHO and USA Today/USA … [Read more...] about No. 20 RIT ready for weekend showdown with No. 5 Penn State