Yeah, it’s about time I updated this thing…
-The 2013-14 hockey season officially ended on Wednesday evening in St. John’s, as the Texas Stars took the Calder Cup title by finishing off the IceCaps in overtime, winning the series 4 games to 1. There was one River Rat connection to the new champs, and it’s actually off ice: broadcaster Owen Newkirk, who was in the booth for the River Rats (during the Carolina days) for 2 seasons.
Meanwhile, in Devils land:
-Two unrestricted free agents returned to the fold, as Mike Sislo signed a 2 year, 2 way deal on Wednesday. A well deserved contract for the 3rd year pro, who made his NHL debut back in January and lead Albany in goals this past season.
Then early Friday morning it was announced that Cam Janssen had signed a new 1 year, 2 way contract, which made everyone on my Devils Twitter feed curse under their breath.
And a third Devil has left for Europe, as Mattias Tedenby has joined Lev Praha of the KHL. Not surprised by that move at all, unfortunately.
-Earlier today New Jersey announced their 6 game exhibition schedule…and sadly no games in Albany again this season. Their only home game on neutral ice comes September 26th against the Islanders at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
-The annual rookie camp will take place July 13-18. More info on that to come.
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