Monthly Archive for July, 2011

: July, 2011

“Extending the franchise” joke here

The complex political history of Nassau County — we’re going back to the Dutch vs. the fleeing Connecticut types here, if not earlier — takes another turn Monday with a little bond referendum. As

“Extending the franchise” joke here

The complex political history of Nassau County — we’re going back to the Dutch vs. the fleeing Connecticut types here, if not earlier — takes another turn Monday with a little bond referendum. As

"Extending the franchise" joke here

The complex political history of Nassau County — we’re going back to the Dutch vs. the fleeing Connecticut types here, if not earlier — takes another turn Monday with a little bond referendum. As

Polarizing IceCaps

The nickname (capital ‘C’, no space) is growing on me (though I’d kind of like the space). Maybe the logo will follow. Best thing about today’s announcement from Newfoundland? Brian Rogers is back.

Hunter for Rolston

Trent Hunter, original and all-time Sound Tiger, is gone from the organization. The Islanders announced that they traded Hunter to the Devils for veteran Brian Rolston and a conditional draft pick

Hunter for Rolston

Trent Hunter, original and all-time Sound Tiger, is gone from the organization. The Islanders announced that they traded Hunter to the Devils for veteran Brian Rolston and a conditional draft pick

Rolston to Rochester; one to go

As first reported by Cap Carey, the Amerks will be led by Ron Rolston. TEAMOldNewBPTPat Bingham (4/13) Brent Thompson (6/28) PRORob Murray (4/16)Bruce Cassidy (6/25)POR-a Kevin Dineen

Accumulated Notes on a Monday

(which are, mostly, from Monday) The Sound Tigers announced six home dates, including Oct. 8 as the home opener and Nov. 2 for Cool Fun 101 IX. Mark your calendars. Jeremy Yablonski confirms on

Carousel speeds back up

Montreal promoted its Hamilton coaching staff to the Canadiens, but they struck quickly to replace Randy Cunneyworth (with a coach who returns to the AHL): TEAMOldNewBPTPat Bingham (4/13) Brent

Tim Wallace signs

Katie Strang broke it a short time ago that Tim Wallace, a mainstay in Wilkes-Barre since 2006-07, has signed with the Islanders. Wallace adds some veteran presence up front. He has scored 20 goals