Chinook got demolished by the Crosby Express!

Crosby scored once and added an assist as the Long Island Express doubled up the Calgary Chinook 6-3. "We blowed yet another lead. " said Fedorov "We didn't show up in the third period again. We got humiliated by them in front of our fans. It is disappointing. " Despite outshooting the opponent 39-20, Fleury and Aebischer let in six goals on that twenty shots. "One of our main problem is goaltending this season. They have to play better or we won't have a chance to win." said Coach Eugene. "With Aebischer becoming an UFA next year, things are not looking good in our goaltending department." The Calgary Chinook is tempted to look for a experienced goaltender as of today while Fleury and Price continued to develop.

- Fleury will be out approximately a week. Aebischer is scheduled to start next game.
- The Chinook has an combined -20 for the night
- Gordon extends has goal scoring streak in just 4 minutes of ice time

Next up: The Chinook are approaching the half way point of the season visiting the Winnipeg Ferrets.

Chinook great on powerplay but failed to win at home

Calgary Chinook and Victoria Ronin is skated to a 4-4 tied on Wednesday. Calgary Chinook was leading by a score of 3-1 after the first period but failed to hold on to the lead. Hecht gave the Ronin the lead near the beginning of the third period and Kubina scored the game tying goal. "From leading 3-1 to trailing 4-3.... It is unacceptable. " said Gordon, who has a goal and an assist in the game. "There's no excuse to give up a lead like that. " Ronin forward Fisher was the 1st star of the night scoring a shorthanded goal and with six hits in the game. Next game is a visit from Crosby and the Long Island Express.



















Sid the kid is coming to town tomorrow!

Crusaders hammered Chinook 4-1

Raycroft has 32 saves as the Crusaders defeated the Chinook 4-1. Savard was the lone scorer for the Calgary Chinook. "We only played 20 minutes of hockey tonight. " said Savard in the post game interview. "We need to be better than this."

GM and coach Eugene Yip has called out a couple players after the game. "We need guys like Maxim (Afinogenov) and Kristian (Huselius) to contribute in night and night basis." Expect Yip to juggle the line a bit on the next game three games later against the division rival Victoria Ronins. "Every game is a must win game especially against the Ronin who has our number this season. "

When asked about comments on the recent Joe Thornton trades to the Ibex. "We have also inquired about Joe Thornton availability as well, but I guess our offer wasn't as good as the Ibex. Joe is a great player and our division just got a lot tougher. That was quite an offer though, I am seeing Timberwolves will become a very competitive team in two or three years."

Chinook back to .500 on home ice with win over the Timberwolves!

Afinogenov scored once and added 4 assists as the Calgary Chinook triumph over the Thunder Bay Timberwolves 7-3. "Our team are very confidence at the moment." said Afinogenov "We are playing outstanding hockey." The 27 years old right winger has only played 28 games this season due to a groin injury that almost sidelined him for 3 weeks, but already has 44 points. Savard has two goals and two assists in the contest. The skilled playmaker also has a unusual 8 shots on net. "I guess shooting at the net does make good things happen." said Savard. "Me and Maxim are having some kind of chemistry right now. " Phaneuf has played 36 minutes in this game. "I love it. I never feel tired out there. I hoped it continues"

Next up the Chinook will get a visit from Kopitar and the Crusaders tomorrow at the Pengrowth Saddledome. The first 1000 fans will get a Dion Phaneuf bubblehead in the entrance.

Tanguay and Pitkanen on the move?

Rumors has that Tanguay and Pitkanen are not playing up the expectation this year and will be expect to get traded before Trade deadline. Pitkanen, 24, will attract most buyer because he has yet to reach his prime. Chinooks also consider moving Voracek but might want a 1st line scorer in return. GM Eugene Yip are unable to reach for comment.

Rare scorers help Chinook win against Renagades!

Boyd Gordon scored has 2nd of the season which eventually become the game winning goal as the Chinook defeat the River Cities Renagades 4-1. "It was a great pass from Tangs." said the 24 years old Saskatchewan native. "It was an open net and I just have to tap it in." By winning tonights game the Calgary Chinook went over .500 for the first time in almost a month. "I hope this is a start of the winning streak." said Savard, who leads the team with 34 assists. "Our goal is not just making the playoff but to win the division title. We have a lot of works to do in order to catch up with the Ronin."



Fun Facts
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Fedorov won 18 faceoffs and lost only 4 in the contest
Holik has yet to score in this season