By KEVIN OKLOBZIJA The 91 points earned by the Rochester Americans last season looked good on the stat sheet and even in the American Hockey League standings. But in reality, it's difficult to consider the season a success. The talk had been about rebuilding the stature of what once was a cornerstone AHL franchise. And while progress was made in restoring pride in the … [Read more...] about Eight points to ponder as Rochester Amerks start season
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Brownsten latest Tribune to join MCC Hall of Fame
By PAUL GOTHAM Cory Brownsten's first experience on the Monroe Community College campus occurred in 2001. The then 7th grader from Lockport, N.Y. participated in the MCC Catcher's Camp. Among his first memories was the opportunity to catch bullpens for former Tribune great and MLB draft pick Tim Redding. Brownsten will join Redding in the school's Sports Hall of Fame when … [Read more...] about Brownsten latest Tribune to join MCC Hall of Fame
RIT women’s hockey team hopes change of mindset changes fortunes
By KEVIN OKLOBZIJA Rochester Institute of Technology athletic director Lou Spiotti takes great pride when he speaks about the academic success of the school's women's hockey team. Every player has graduated, and the men's and women's teams had a combined 3.30 GPA last school. The trick now: restore the tradition of winning. The Tigers have found the NCAA Division I … [Read more...] about RIT women’s hockey team hopes change of mindset changes fortunes
Broncos activate McQuaid’s Parker for Monday night game
Profootballtalk.nbcsports.com reported earlier this weekend that the Denver Broncos activated former McQuaid Jesuit Knight Brian Parker from the practice squad. Parker will be in the lineup against his former team when the Broncos host the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football. A 2010 McQuaid graduate, Parker made 35 receptions for 400 yards and four touchdowns … [Read more...] about Broncos activate McQuaid’s Parker for Monday night game
Wedgewood ready to answer call as Amerks top goalie
By KEVIN OKLOBZIJA For Scott Wedgewood, the 2018-19 season will be all about re-establishing himself as a goalie with NHL abilities. To do so, he must put the recent past behind him and assume a front-and-center role with the Rochester Americans. Which is precisely what he intends to do, and he provided an indication on Sunday night that he's more than capable. The … [Read more...] about Wedgewood ready to answer call as Amerks top goalie