Drew Pegrum called up to Storm

from: http://www.guelphmercury.com

Back woes ground Storm goaltender

February 03, 2010, Tony Saxon,  tsaxon@guelphmercury.com

GUELPH — Guelph Storm goaltender Cody St. Jacques could be done for the season.

St. Jacques flew home to Iroquois Falls last weekend to have an MRI on his ailing back in nearby Timmins and the results weren’t good.

“I’ve got two herniated discs and one bulging disc,” St. Jacques said in street clothes from rinkside Wednesday as his teammates practiced at the Sleeman Centre.

“They told me I have early degenerative discs, which is extremely rare for a 19 year old. My dad’s side of the family always had back problems, so I’m not surprised there was a problem with the discs, but I was surprised how bad it was.”

St. Jacques is waiting for an appointment with a surgeon in Hamilton who will evaluate how bad things are and whether or not he can do any more damage to his back.

“Until then I won’t be on the ice or doing anything too physical,” he said.

St. Jacques has played in 26 games for the Storm this season but hasn’t seen any game action since Jan. 2.

Pegrum will play with the Storm this weekend

The Storm had four goaltenders on the ice yesterday. Brandon Foote was joined by James Prigione, Guelph Hurricanes goaltender Drew Pegrum and Guelph Storm midget AA goaltender Joe Drexler, who backed up Foote in Owen Sound last Saturday.

With Prigione having starting netminding duties with the junior B Listowel Cyclones this weekend, it will be Pegrum that gets the nod as the backup for this weekend’s three-game Eastern Ontario swing to Kingston, Belleville and Ottawa.

Pegrum becomes the sixth goaltender to dress for the Storm this season. He has split this season with Listowel and Guelph at the junior B level, compiling a 7-7-0-1 record and 4.11 goals-against average.

He recently made headlines by scoring in a game against the Waterloo Siskins.

View the rest of the story here: http://news.guelphmercury.com/Sports/article/594381

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The Hurricanes wish Drew success with the Storm.

The Hurricanes next game is this Saturday night (7:30 pm) at Victoria Road Arena when they take on the Waterloo Siskins.  This will be the final regular season meeting between these two teams. There is a strong possiblity that they will meet in the first round of the playoffs.

Former Dominator finding Groove in OHL

from http://www.guelphmercury.com

Guelph’s Cazzola finds a home in Erie

 February 01, 2010, Tony Saxon, Guelph Mercury, tsaxon@guelphmercury.com

GUELPH — It might be a while before Michael Cazzola makes another late-summer sojourn to his homeland.

Cazzola scored 44 pts. for the 2007-08 Dominators

Cazzola, an 18-year-old Guelph native who stars for the Ontario Hockey League’s Erie Otters, in part blamed a trip to Italy late last summer for his slow start to this season with Erie.

He had just two goals in his first 10 games this year.

“Right at the end of the summer I went on a trip to Italy. My parents told me it wouldn’t slow me down at the start of the season, but I always thought about taking a week off and how it might affect my game,” Cazzola said on a recent stop in the Royal City.

“Then a couple of weeks into the season I really found my groove and took off from there.”

Since then he has been on fire, teaming up with linemates Zack Torquato and Greg McKegg to form one of the deadliest trios in the league.

Cazzola has 25 goals and 34 assists on the season. He is tied for the team lead in goals, and is second in assists and points.

“I feel more comfortable for sure and the confidence is there. I feel like I contribute a lot more to this team, so it feels a lot better,” he said.

Last season he finished with 11 goals and 27 points. But Otters coach Robbie Ftorek said those less than impressive totals were about a player learning the league.

“I didn’t see him struggling last year, I saw him learning and gaining confidence.”

Cazzola was a 13th-round draft pick in 2007 by the Otters. He spent most of the following season with the junior B Guelph Dominators before Erie came calling with an education package the former Bishop Macdonell high school student couldn’t turn down.

Now he’s one of the team’s go-to guys.

View the rest of the article here: http://news.guelphmercury.com/Sports/article/593442

Note: Cazzola who wears #13 is currently 13th in the OHL in Scoring.

Hockey Pucks and Pink Hammers

from: http://www.snapguelph.com

Hockey Pucks & Pink Hammers

On a Thursday evening in mid-January, the Habitat for Humanity Women Build Event was held at the Sleeman Centre as part of the Guelph Hurricanes / Cambridge Winter Hawks hockey game. The Women Build Event included an auction table featuring signed jerseys and sticks from honorary guests and hockey legends Ray Scapinello & Paul Henderson. Paul & Ray were also on hand for the pre-game ceremonial puck drop. All proceeds from the auction went towards funding the Women Build in 2010. For more information regarding local Habitat activities, please visit http://www.habitatwellington.on.ca. And don’t forget to support your Guelph Hurricanes, the city’s Jr. B hockey team.

You can view the photographs here: http://www.snapguelph.com/index.php?option=com_sngevents&id%5B%5D=142891

Habitat for Humanity Fundraiser this Thursday

Upcoming Fundraising Hockey Event – Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build 2010!

As a part of Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build 2010 a fabulous fundraiser, which will turn dreams into realities, is a fun filled night out for the entire family! Join our community on Thursday, January 14, 2010 at Guelph’s very own Sleeman Centre for a Hockey event you will not forget!

Paul Henderson, Canada’s Hockey Legend and Ray Scapinello will be on ice and in arena!

Autographed Hockey Jerseys and sticks up for auction.

Details:

Date: Thursday, January 14, 2010

Time: 7:00PM (Ceremonial Puck Drop)

Location: Sleeman Centre, Guelph

Cost: $8.00 (proceeds benefitting Habitat – 2010 Women Build)

 Please consider purchasing tickets and sending a child or family that might not otherwise be able to attend! Tickets are available at the Rona Store on Dawson, the Re-Store on Speedvale and The Sleeman Centre in Guelph.

 Hope to see you there.

Trade Rocks the (GOJHL) Hockey World

from http://www.listowelcyclonesjrb.com

Cyclonic Trade Rocks The Hockey World

It’s been a busy week for the Cyclone and Guelph Hurricane Management. These 2 teams pieced together a deal, the like that we haven’t seen in years. Probably the closest one to this was when the Edmonton Oilers dealt Wayne Gretzky to L.A. Several players involved and lots of great players and people involved.

For the Cyclones, we say goodbye to some very good young talent with Jake Weidner, Drew Pegrum, and Blair Goss all going to play in Guelph. These 3 players are not only talented but also have several more years of Junior eligibility. They are also great guys and their families are tremendous people and great supporters of hockey. We wish Jake, Drew, Blair, as well as their families all the best with their new team.

Now here’s the excitement for Cyclone fans. In return, we have acquired Guelph’s leading scorer, Dan Mohle, and their 3rd scorer, Ken Rolph. This is huge news for the Cyclone offence. Although they were kept off the score sheet last night, with their speed, skill, and determination, the points will come.

View the rest of the article here: http://www.listowelcyclonesjrb.com/Welcome/home.html

McDougall Steals Win as Hurricanes beat Listowel 2-1

from http://www.guelphhurricanes.com

MCDOUGALL STEALS WIN

McDougall stops 50 of 51 shots

Hurricanes goaltender, Chris McDougall has played well all season. Last night in Listowel was maybe his best game so far. Kicking out 50 of 51 shots and with the GM of the OHL Peterborough Petes in the crowd McDougall put on another goaltender clinic.

Jim Prigione the Cyclones goalie also played well only allowing goals by Jake Weidner(2) and Connor Ste Marie. Collecting assists were Daniel Cotroneo and Mike McFarland.

For the 3rd consecutive game the Canes were full measure for the win. They played hard for a full 60 minutes and carried the play at different times in the game.

This was the front end of a home and home series with the Cyclones and the 1st game between the 2 teams since the trade.

Tomorow night sees the return of Dan Mohle and Ken Rolph at the Sleeman Center. Game time is 7:30 p.m.

Remember to bring the kids, because for each adult admission purchased up to 4 children ages 0-13 can get in Free.

Hurricanes KO’s Cullitons to extend Stratford’s losing streak to 10 games

Cohen Adair lays on the ice after a hard Hurricanes check. He would return to the game later.

A night after a 8-0 loss in Waterloo, the Guelph Hurricanes bounced back and posted a character win by beating  the slumping Stratford Cullitons 6-3.

“They showed a lot of character to come back after a tough loss last night. This club has a lot of heart and I am proud of them.” says Hurricanes Head Coach Jim MacEachern

The win moves Guelph’s record to 8-15-2 for 18pts., while the loss which was the 10th in a row for the Cullitons, moves Stratford’s record to 12-12-0 24pts..

Six Hurricanes players each collected 2 pts. (Luca Penzo, Dan Mohle, Martin Kudla, Mike McFarlane, Ken Rolph and Mike Iacocca) and Chris McDougall returned between the pipes to 28 of 31 shots.

• Although Chris McDougall’s rights were traded earlier this week from the Kitchener Rangers to the Peterborough Petes, he will remain playing with the Hurricanes for the time being.
• Also, I received word from the Hurricanes trainers that injured Kitchener Dutchmen defenceman Brant Nicolson was released from the hospital and is expected to make a full recovery. Last week he crashed into the boards and was carried off on a stretcher.

The Hurricanes next game is this coming Thursday as they seek revenge from the Waterloo Siskins at The Sleeman Centre. Please note the game time is 7:45pm.

SCORING SUMMARY Period 1 Guelph – Ken Rolph (Cam Jude) 0:23 Stratford – Brad McClure (powerplay) (Tyler Masson, Brock Reynolds) 5:06 Period 2 Guelph – Mike Iacocca (Dan Mohle, Luca Penzo) 3:27 Stratford – Myles Melchers (powerplay) (Steve McParland, Jamie Nelson) 7:45 Period 3 Guelph – Tyson Theaker (powerplay) (Wade Pfeffer, Mike Iacocca) 0:53 Stratford – Tyler Masson (Jamie Nelson, Andrew Lorimer) 1:49 Guelph – Nic MacEachern (powerplay) (Ken Rolph, Dan Mohle) 4:52 Guelph – Mark Bell (Martin Kudla, Mike McFarlane) 6:01 Guelph – Luca Penzo (Martin Kudla, Mike McFarlane) 17:21

Waterloo Siskins -8 Guelph Hurricanes (0)uch!!!

from http://www.guelphhurricanes.com

THIS WAS UGLY

An 8-0 loss to the 2nd place Waterloo Siskins. What more needs to be said? This was the Hurricanes worst loss of the season. After a scoreless 1st period the Siskins came out strong and scored 3 goals in 3 minutes and never looked back.

There is no rest as Guelph returns to the ice tomorrow night at home vs. the Stratford Cullitons. Guelph’s veteran skaters have to step up and show leadership to pull the Canes out of their slump.

Game time at the Sleeman Center is 7:30 p.m.

The Canes learned earlier to-day that their #1 goalie Chris MacDougall was traded by his OHL team the Kitchener Rangers for a draft pick and a defenseman to the Peterborough Petes.

Canes wish Chris all the best and thank him for his stellar service to the team.

Home & Home Big for Canes

From http://www.guelphhurricanes.com

 There’s an old saying “Its not how you start but how you finish!”

The Canes hope that saying fits their future as they open a crucial home & home weekend series with the Kitchener Dutchmen. http://www.kitchenerdutchmen.com

Both teams find themselves struggling in the early season. Guelph has a 4 point lead on the Dutchies entering the series. 2 wins for the Canes would put them right back in thick of the race.

Guelph will be relying on the scoring of their big line of Dan Mohle, Tyson Theaker and Ken Rolph. Mohle is in the top 5 scoring in the GOJHL and Theaker and Rolph have been hot lately. More important will be the inspired play of newcomers Martin Kudla and Mike Iaccoca.

On defense the Canes are led by Luca Penzo, Wade Pfeffer, Cayle Creen and Zach Dion.

The goaltending of Chris MacDougall and Trevor McGee will have to step up and continue their improved play.

Game 1 of the home and home is Saturday, October 17. Game time is 7:30 p.m. Fans are reminded to use gate 1 to enter the Sleeman Center. Game 2 goes Sunday, October 18 at the Kitchener Auditorium annex. Game time is 2:30 pm.

Young Hurricanes battle adversity to sit 7th at the 1/4 mark of the season

With 1/4 of the  Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League season finished, the young Guelph Hurricanes team (who survived an injury to their starting goaltender and a coaching/GM change) currently sits 7th in the MidWest Division (an 19th in the GOJHL) with 9 points.

More stability behind the bench and in net, along with the experience the rookies have received so far and their never quit attitude, would lead me to believe that they can at least dupicate 9 points in the next quarter of the season. (All 13 games are against in-division teams)

The current standings are below:

Standings

GOJHL 2009/2010

Western Conference
Team	GP	W	L	PTS	WPCT
London	11	9	1	19	.864
Strathroy	10	8	2	16	.800
LaSalle	10	7	3	14	.700
Sarnia	13	5	4	14	.538
Chatham	11	6	5	12	.545
St. Thomas	10	5	4	11	.550
St. Marys	10	5	4	11	.550
Leamington	13	1	11	3	.115
Lambton Shores	10	1	9	2	.100
Midwestern Conference
Team	GP	W	L	PTS	WPCT
Stratford	13	11	2	22	.846
Brantford	11	9	2	18	.818
Cambridge	11	8	2	17	.773
Waterloo	11	8	3	16	.727
Listowel	11	6	5	12	.545
Elmira	11	5	4	12	.545
Guelph	13	4	8	9	.346
Kitchener	12	2	9	5	.208
Golden Horseshoe Conference
Team	GP	W	L	PTS	WPCT
St. Catharines	12	9	2	19	.792
Niagara Falls	10	8	2	16	.800
Thorold	10	6	2	14	.700
Wheatfield	11	4	5	10	.455
Port Colborne	12	4	7	9	.375
Welland	11	3	7	7	.318
Stoney Creek	8	2	5	5	.313
Fort Erie	11	2	8	5	.227

Guelph’s next home game is this Saturday Oct. 17th at the Sleeman Centre where the Hurricanes host the Kitchener Dutchmen in the first game of a home-and-home series. Game time is 7:30pm.