Thunder Top Lakers in WLA Playoffs Opener

August 2, 2012

Last night was the first night of the Western Lacrosse Association playoffs, and it was game one between the Langley Thunder and Burnaby Lakers. The Thunder won the game, 9-8, on a goal from Lewis Ratcliff with 35 seconds left in the game. The score was tied 6-6 in the second period after a couple of two goal runs from each team. The third period did not see any scoring…

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National Lacrosse League 2012 Free Agent Tracker

August 1, 2012

Today teams can sign free agents from other National Lacrosse League teams, and we have this tracker here for you to keep up with all of the signings. Below are all of the signings so far, including teams keeping their own free agents. Toronto Rock- Colin Doyle, Josh Sanderson, Zak Boychuk, Nick Rose, Damon Edwards. Buffalo Bandits- Shawn Williams, Anthony Cosmo, John Tavares Edmonton Rush- Aaron Wilson, Ryan Ward Rochester Knighthawks- Jake Henhawk, Tyler…

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Cosmo And Miller Both Franchised

August 1, 2012

You can add two more players to the list of Franchise players and take two away from the list of free agents. The Philadelphia Wings have reportedly franchised goaltender Brandon Miller, while the Buffalo Bandits have franchised goaltender Anthony Cosmo. Miller himself tweeted of his news, saying,”Very happy/thankful to get a franchise offer from @phillywings today! Great to have another run at it w/ the Redarmy!” It was retweeted by the Wings, but…

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National Lacrosse League Free Agent Preview

July 31, 2012

Tomorrow the National Lacrosse League will open up free agency where teams are allowed to talk to free agents. Teams are allowed to franchise their own players and re-sign their own players, while teams can offer restricted free agents offer sheets. In a league like the NLL, most of the time the big name free agents are franchised or they re-sign. Some of these big name unrestricted free agents likely…

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Steve Dietrich Elected to the NLL Hall of Fame

July 30, 2012

The only new member of the National Lacrosse League Hall of Fame in 2012 will be Steve Dietrich, former goalie in the NLL. Dietrich, who was recently named the general manager of the Buffalo Bandits, played with the Baltimore Thunder, Detroit Turbos, Rochester Knighthawks, Bandits, Calgary Roughnecks, Edmonton Rush and Toronto Rock. He was the 2006 NLL MVP and is the only goaltender in NLL history to win the award….

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Fann Cup: Photos From the Fan Tournament

Photos and story by Josh Truax  Well folks, it’s that time of year again. The National Lacrosse League may be deep into its long offseason, but for its loyal followers, the end of July means one of the most unique fan rituals to be found in any sport: The annual Fann Cup tournament, where teams of fans representing current – and sometimes even former – NLL clubs take to the…

July 30, 2012
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Updated NLL Draft First Round

July 28, 2012

With the trades on July 27th, the 2012 NLL Draft first round looks a lot different. Here is an updated draft board of the first round. 1. Edmonton Rush (from Washington) 2. Minnesota Swarm (from Buffalo) 3.Minnesota Swarm (From Buffalo from Philadelphia from Edmonton) 4. Minnesota Swarm 5. Buffalo Bandits(From Minnesota from Toronto) 6. Calgary Roughnecks (from Colorado) 7. Calgary Roughnecks 8. Edmonton Rush 9. Colorado Mammoth (from Rochester) 10….

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2013 MLL All Star Game to be in Charlotte

July 26, 2012

According to an email sent out by the Charlotte Hounds to season ticket holders, the Hounds will host the 2013 MLL All Star Game, according to In Lacrosse We Trust reporter Kyle Fletcher. The Hounds sent an email to season ticket holders thanking them for their support in the 2012 season and list numerous accomplishments from their first season. They conclude the email saying that the all star game will be in…

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Wings Acquire Swarm Forward Kevin Ross

July 26, 2012

The Philadelphia Wings have acquired left handed shooting forward Kevin Ross from the Minnesota Swarm today in exchange for a 2015 first round draft pick. Ross had a career high in points last season where he had twenty eight goals and thirty one assists with the Swarm. A five year veteran, he brings a much needed lefty presence to the Wings. The Wings were 7-9 last season, their best record since 2009,…

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2013 NLL Free Agents: Rochester Knighthawks

Coming off of a season where they won the Champions Cup, the Rochester Knighthawks want to keep as much of their team as possible. While most of their team is young and in tact, like Cody Jamieson and Stephen Keogh, they o have some work to do. Below is their free agents. Mike Accursi , Kyle Laverty, Pat McCready, Marshall Abrams, Casey Zaph, Tim O’Brien , Casey Powell,  Travis Hill, Jamieson Kosterer. Hill and Kosterer are free…

July 25, 2012
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