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Courtesy of Amerks.com Utica, N.Y. – The Rochester Americans (1-1-0-0) jumped out to a two-goal lead in the first period before scoring twice more and never looking back on their way to a 4-1 victory over the intrastate rival Utica Comets (0-2-0-0) Saturday at the Adirondack Bank Center. With the win, Rochester’s first of the campaign, the club concluded its opening … [Read more...] about Amerks take down Utica for first win of the season

By KEVIN OKLOBZIJA For the better part of the last two weeks, issues with the ice-making equipment prevented the rink crew from getting Blue Cross Arena at the War Memorial ready for the American Hockey League season. Those issues, however, were solved this week and the ice was just fine when the Rochester Americans opened their 69th AHL season on Friday night. It’s … [Read more...] about Amerks stumble in season opener

By KEVIN OKLOBZJIA As a hockey player, Michael Mersch preached team, truly believing the crest on the front of the sweater meant far more than the name on the back. Sure, he enjoyed scoring goals; who doesn’t? He just liked winning a whole lot more. That’s why, for the previous three seasons, he wore the “C” as captain of the Rochester Americans. Then-coach Seth … [Read more...] about It’s official: Amerks captain Mersch to announce retirement