ECHL

The American League. . . No, Not That One!

January 12, 2012

There are many differences between National League (NHL) and American League (AHL) players. Talent and dedication do not make that list. Perhaps that is why Islanders coach Jack Capuano refers to ‘call-ups’ as American League players and not minor leaguers. It may be because he coached the Bridgeport Sound Tigers, it could be that he himself was successful at the NCAA, ECHL, AHL, and NHL levels. No distinction. When Cappy makes the call to Sound Tigers coach Brent Thompson to fill a need, the Isles will get a talented, dedicated player who fits in seamlessly into the system.

The biggest difference (my opinion) is the fan experience. Parking? Not a problem and free to season ticket holders. Tickets available? Most likely and you can more often than not move to another seat as you wish. Drunken Flyer’s fans in the building? Not in Howard Saffan’s house! Player accessibility? Let’s talk.

Klementyev Says "Nyet," Isles Say "Goodbye"

January 7, 2012

Rob McGowan

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The New York Islanders sent out an official press-release today stating that Russian defensive prospect Anton Klementyev has been suspended by the club for a failure to report to his ECHL assignment to the Idaho Steelheads.

Per the Islanders official press-release:

UNIONDALE, NY (January 7, 2012) – The New York Islanders announced today that defenseman Anton Klementyev has been suspended for failure to report for his ECHL assignment to the Idaho Steelheads. Klementyev began the 2011-12 season with the Islanders American Hockey League affiliate, the Bridgeport Sound Tigers.

Refs Steal Show in Titans Shootout Loss

January 1, 2012

Matt Bernot

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Coming off a close win in Reading last night, Trenton looked to continue their winning ways at home against division rival Elmira.

Helping the Titans in this effort was the return of defenseman Andy Thomas from the Phantoms. The Titans have been weak on defense recently with several defenders either injured or up in the AHL for better part of December. Thomas and the rest of the Titans defense would be put to the test early as Trenton spent six minutes in the first period on the penalty kill.

Backlund Shines in Titans Debut, Loses in Shootout

December 5, 2011

Matt Bernot

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Trenton and Elmira headed to their second shootout in three nights, would the Titans win? How did Johan Backlund look in his debut for Trenton?

One on One with Todd Fedoruk

November 29, 2011

Matt Bernot

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Todd Fedoruk joined the ECHL Trenton Titans as an assistant coach in early November, recently he sat down for an exclusive interview with The Checking Line.

Matt Bernot has the story

Titans Go To Overtime, Win Third Straight

November 27, 2011

Matt Bernot

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Weird bouncing pucks help Titans win third straight.

Matt Bernot has the story.

Titans Late Comeback Falls Short, K-Wings Defeat Titans 4-3

November 17, 2011

Matt Bernot

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Titans fall 4-3, as a late surge falls short.

Titans Hammered by Nailers, 5-1

November 6, 2011

Shane Brennan

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The only problem the Wheeling Nailers had on Saturday was with their bus. The games original 7 p.m start was pushed back to 8:30 due to mechanical issues. Once the game started, it was all Nailers as they thumped the Trenton Titans, 5-1.