The NLL has announced three suspensions that stem from pre season action. All of the suspensions are for one game, however the Professional Lacrosse Players Association is appealing all three of them. Jovan Miller, recently cut by the Colorado Mammoth, was suspended for his elbow to the head of Minnesota Swarm transition man Jordan MacIntosh in their early pre season scrimmage that left MacIntosh with a concussion. Scott Johnson of…
NALL Season Preview: Kentucky Stickhorses
The Kentucky Stickhorses have better chemistry than any team in the North American Lacrosse League after playing six games last season. This year, they face stiffer competition in a more stable and organized league. Are they still the class of the NALL? Schedule Review Kentucky opens up on January 5th hosting the Boston Rockhoppers. Boston blew out the ‘Horses in their last game of the season, and no doubt Kentucky…
MCLA Pre Season Notes: D2 Schedules
Merry delayed Christmas everyone, it’s been awhile since my last post and I’ve got a lot to cover this week. With only a couple of weeks left before the kick off to the season I wanted to take a look at who, when, and where this season big games are. First off some of you are probably wondering why a number of teams only have half a schedule list on…
MLL Mock Draft: Round One
We’re two weeks away from the 2013 MLL Collegiate Draft. Like most pro sports it’s always intriguing to see which college stars will be selected to play at the next level and what kind of fit they will be with their new team. Mock drafts are always tough. The human element of the front offices mean there could be plenty of surprises, such as trades and sleeper picks. But here…
Eastern Conference Update: Previewing the Season
The Eastern Conference is almost always close, and this year is no exception. It’s hard to predict how things will go down, as each team has a very strong roster. Many of the teams are also boasting very different rosters from last year, making it even harder to decipher which will have success on the floor this season. The favorite has to be the defending champions, the Rochester Knighthawks. Rochester…
CLax Holds Supplemental Draft
The Canadian Lacrosse League held a Supplemental Draft after the NLL made some cuts, and some big names such as Steve Fryer, Pat McCready and Derek Hopcroft were selected. Results are below. Round 1 1. Brampton (via trade with Barrie – Dec 13th) – Steve Fryer (Philadelphia) 2. Niagara – Pat McCready (Rochester) 3. Toronto – Derek Hopcroft (Buffalo) 4. Brampton (via trade with Durham – Steve Toll) – Nick Inch (Toronto) 5. Durham – Pete Rennie (Toronto) Round…
CLax Season Preview: Ohsweken Demons
The Oshweken Demons are the defending creator’s cup champions and look to repeat in 2013. The Demons defeated the Iroqouis Ironmen 15-10 in last year’s creator’s cup. The Demons though have been quiet this off season as they have not made any trade and feel confident in the team they had from last year. With their first draft pick the demons drafted Joe Hadis Maracle who they hope will give their offense more depth. Maracle…
NALL Looking at Rochester?
Press Release via IL Indoor The North American Lacrosse League is exploring the possibility of adding a team in Rochester, N.Y. as part of its 2014 expansion plan. Sources confirmed that several potential ownership groups from Rochester have shown interest in the North American Lacrosse League (NALL). Currently, teams from five cities compete in the NALL: Baltimore, Boston, Kentucky, Lehigh Valley and Rhode Island. The Rochester expansion team would play at the…
Rock Cut Cody Jacobs
General Manager Terry Sanderson has announced three roster tweaks following Saturday’s 12-9 exhibition triumph over the Philadelphia Wings. The Rock had cut down to 23 players on their active roster by the league deadline of December 20th, but following their final pre-season game made a trio of changes. The Rock have released forward Cody Jacobs who was signed as an unrestricted free agent a little over a week ago. Second…
CLax Season Preview: Durham Turf Dogs
The Durham Turf Dogs are one of the returning teams for the 2013 season, and they have made plenty of moves. As for the on floor additions, the Turfdogs made a huge deal picking up Jesse Guerin and Nate Andres up front while also grabbing netminder John Chesebrough. This summer, Guerin posted an impressive 22 goals, 37 assists which was good enough for second in Major Series Lacrosse scoring leaders….