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Imagine having the best player in the world. Now imagine trading him away to a rival city. Sounds awfully familiar at first, especially when you are talking about Boston and New York. And yet, for New England lacrosse fans, this has become a reality. The Boston Cannons have traded away Paul Rabil, a 2016 4th-round draft pick, and Mike Stone in exchange for Max Seibald, a 2nd-round 2017 draft pick,…
Major League Lacrosse has seen possibly its biggest blockbuster in history this afternoon when the Boston Cannons traded midfielder Paul Rabil to the New York Lizards according to Lacrosse Magazine. New York also acquires Mike Stone and a fourth round pick next season. Going to Boston in return is Max Seibald, long pol Brian Karalunas, and a second rounder in 2017. Lacrosse Magazine reports another deal is in the works…
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In the first of four back-to-back games this season, the Buffalo Bandits (1-1) defense stood their ground and held off a surging Edmonton Rush (0-1) late in the fourth quarter to secure the 9-8 victory Saturday night at the First Niagara Center. The victory against the Rush tonight not only helps to even out the Bandits regular season record, but also leaves the team in good spirits heading into the…
In a near sellout crowd, it was easy to tell that the former Wings organization moved into a growing lacrosse hotbed. Kids were coming into the game with sticks and helmets, and there were about 1,000 fans waiting at the doors before they even opened. The high intensity crowd, played at the Mohegan Sun Arena, helped carry the Black Wolves to their first ever win by a score of 12-8 over the Buffalo Bandits….
According to reports, the Boston Cannons and New York Lizards have been discussing a trade that would send midfielder Paul Rabil to New York in exchange for Max Seibald. Boston would also be giving up speedy midfielder Mike Stone. The report indicated that the deal could be done by yesterday and the trade would be announced early next week. Boston would also acquire draft picks for the next two seasons….
The 2015 National Lacrosse League season kicked off on Friday night, with the New England Black Wolves defeating the Buffalo Bandits 12-8. Tonight we see the defending NLL Champion Rochester Knighthawks kick of their quest to become the first ever back to back to back… to back NLL Champs as they take on the much improved Toronto Rock. The Rock had an offseason of highs and lows, with several new bodies being acquired through free…
The Buffalo Bandits will look to get a win in their home opener against the Edmonton Rush. The Bandits played last night against the New England Black Wolves, in a game which saw the offense and special teams struggle, leading to a bitter 12-8 loss. They’ll have to make some big changes if they want to beat the Rush, a team that is probably the better of the two (Edmonton…
(January 2, 2015)… The Rochester Knighthawks announced today that they have activated transition man Brad Self for the 2015 National Lacrosse League season. The move comes one day prior to the Knighthawks’ home and season opener, which will take place on Saturday, January 3rd against the Toronto Rock. “I can’t wait to play in Rochester in front of our fans on opening night,” said Self. “It’s just nice to be…
The 2015 NLL season begins Friday as the Buffalo Bandits take on the New England Black Wolves for a 7pm away game at the Mohegan Sun. After an exciting and very challenging training camp, the Bandits are ready to hit the floor and show the Banditland faithful their new and improved team. Heading into their season opener against the Black Wolves, Bandits Assistant Coach Dan Teat said “The bad taste…