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….
NLL Three Stars: Rock, Wings and Bandits
Two games took place this past weekend with the Philadelphia Wings facing the Buffalo Bandits on Friday and the Toronto Rock on Saturday, so we have the top three performers for you. Josh Sanderson (Toronto) Sanderson led the game in scoring with three goals and three assists in the 12-9 pre season victory over Philadelphia. Sanderson looks to be yet again a vital player on offense with Toronto, and “Shooter”…
Pre Season CLax Power Rankings
As the Clax Season gets ready to begin here’s the first power rankings for Clax season two. 1. Durham Turfdogs- The Turfdogs has one of the strongest offenses in Clax last year and this year will be no different expect Aaron Grayson, Scott DeFrancesco and Dan Ransom all return making the Turfdogs early favorites heading into the season. 2. Niagara Lock Monsters- The former Peel Avengers look to be rejuvenated this year as they made…
NLL 2013 Season Awards Predictions
The NLL season is almost here, and just in case you needed any more hype, we have brought you our predictions for the season. We have predictions for the Champions Cup, MVP, Goalie of the Year, Rookie of the Year, and more. We have picks from all of our staff who will be covering the NLL this season, so check it out! Patty Gregoire MVP: Garrett Billings Goalie: Matt Vinc…
NLL Season Preview: Philadelphia Wings
When the Wings started the 2012 season the expectations were very high. The acquisition of Dan Dawson in the dispersal draft, the selection of Kevin Crowley as their #1 overall pick had the Wings faithful looking up. After a 22-12 season opener to the Knighthawks, the faithful fans feared another long season. The Wings then proceeded to win 7 of the next 10 games to stand at 7-4 and on top of the…