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Oct 28th, 2008 |
By Joe McDonald |
Category: Baseball Stories
In these tough economic times it’s not unusual for businesses to close.
The Atlantic League is no exception.
After Friday’s stunning announcement that the Newark Bears will cease operations, the Atlantic League and the city of Newark will have to make some tough decisions.
Right now, there are no Newark Bears. Owner Marc Berson it was time to [...]
Tags: Asking Price, Atlantic City Surf, Attendance, Bailout, Berson, Boulton, Bridgeport Bluefish, Can Am League, City Of Newark, Ducks, Eagles, Economic Climate, Economic Times, Essex County, Franchise, Nashua Pride, Newark Bears, Riverfront Stadium, Road Warrior, Stunning Announcement
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Sep 6th, 2007 |
By Joe McDonald |
Category: NYSR Blog
The inevitable was announced today as the Rangers will retire Brian Leetch’s No. 2 on January 24 before the match against the Atlanta Thrashers.
In a press release, general manager Glen Sather said, “When we talk about what it means to be a New York Ranger, Brian Leetch is the player who exemplifies that model. [...]
Tags: Atlanta Thrashers, Brian Leetch, Brian Leetch Night, Defenseman, Dignitaries, Franchise, Glen Sather, Helping The Community, January 24, Legends, Madison Square Garden, Mark Messier, Mark Messier Night, Match, Press Release, Rafters, Rangers, York Ranger
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May 24th, 2007 |
By Joe McDonald |
Category: NYSR Blog
After sitting out last season deciding what to do, Brian Leetch finally made it official and retired from the NHL after 18 seasons.
The Daily News reported today the Rangers all-time leader scorer for a defenseman finally packed it in. He finished up with 240 goals, with 741 assists in 1129 games as a Rangers, while [...]
Tags: Assists, Blueshirts, Boston Bruins, Brian Leetch, Conn Smythe, Defenseman, Franchise, Games, Good Times, Lockout, Nhl, Rangers, Rod Gilbert, Scorer, Stanley Cup, Time Leader, Toronto Maple Leafs, Trophies
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