This week marks the 40th anniversary of the famed Summit Series between the Soviet Hockey Team and Team Canada. What started out as an exhibition series, quickly turned into one of the fiercest ice battles ever.
After losing Game 1 to the Russians, Chicago Blackhawk goaltender, Tony Esposito was put between the pipes to replace Ken Dryden in Game 2. All Tony "O" did, was keep the Soviets from scoring and put Team Canada right back into it.
This September 28th, will be 40 years to the day that Toronto Maple Leave winger, Paul Henderson scored the most famous goal in the history of Canada, as he beat the great Tretiak on a rebound and won Game 8 for Team Canada; which won them the series: 4-3-1
Was it 40 years ago? It seemed just like yesterday.
Chicago Blackhawks
Monday, September 17, 2012
Tuesday, September 11, 2012
Blackhawks make a move
The Chicago Blackhawks signed D Michal Rozsival (a plus 8 rating last year in 54 games with the Phoenix Coyotes) to a 1-year deal.
Saturday, September 8, 2012
Blackhawk Draft Choices in 2012
The Chicago Blackhawks drafted the following players in the 2012 NHL Draft.
18) Tevio Teravainen LW Finland 5'10" 169
Ranked 12th overall by THN
48) Dillon Fournier D Canada 6'1" 173
Ranked 82nd overall by THN
79) Chris Calnan RW USA 6'2" 187
139) Garret Ross LW USA 5'11" 169
149) Travis Brown D Canada 6'1" 179
169) Vincent Hinostroza C USA 5'9" 158
191) Brandon Whitney G Canada 6'5" 193
199) Matt Tomkins G Canada 6'2" 176
We will see where these players fit and when they will make the Blackhawks.
18) Tevio Teravainen LW Finland 5'10" 169
Ranked 12th overall by THN
48) Dillon Fournier D Canada 6'1" 173
Ranked 82nd overall by THN
79) Chris Calnan RW USA 6'2" 187
139) Garret Ross LW USA 5'11" 169
149) Travis Brown D Canada 6'1" 179
169) Vincent Hinostroza C USA 5'9" 158
191) Brandon Whitney G Canada 6'5" 193
199) Matt Tomkins G Canada 6'2" 176
We will see where these players fit and when they will make the Blackhawks.
Monday, September 3, 2012
Just Saying Hi
Hello everyone at Armchair Nation - Chicago Blawkhawks. My name is Tony Griffo and I have just joined Armchair Nation.
I have been a fan of the Blackhawks since Tony Esposito was in the nets. In fact, when I was in HS, I bought a Blackhawk jersey and added Tony's #35 on the back and the shoulders. I wore that jersey to play street hockey in New Jersey for about 5 years.
I will try to keep you updated on all things Blackhawks. I still say that the logo is the best in sports!!
If you have a chance, please come and check out my own sports blog: www.allsportstony.blogspot.com
I have a segment called "Tony's Take" that I think you will enjoy. Remember, you may agree or disagree, BUT you will never be bored.
I have been a fan of the Blackhawks since Tony Esposito was in the nets. In fact, when I was in HS, I bought a Blackhawk jersey and added Tony's #35 on the back and the shoulders. I wore that jersey to play street hockey in New Jersey for about 5 years.
I will try to keep you updated on all things Blackhawks. I still say that the logo is the best in sports!!
If you have a chance, please come and check out my own sports blog: www.allsportstony.blogspot.com
I have a segment called "Tony's Take" that I think you will enjoy. Remember, you may agree or disagree, BUT you will never be bored.
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