P-BRUINS GO UP 3-0

P-BRUINS WIN IN OVERTIME 2-1

Camper Scores 31 Seconds Into Overtime, Take 3-0 Series Lead

Wilkes-Barre, PA – The Providence Bruins scored 31 seconds into overtime to defeat the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins 2-1 and take a three games to none series lead. Carter Camper scored the game winning goal, while Niklas Svedberg had 32 saves in the winning effort.

Both teams were unable to score during the first period, though each team had a few scoring chances. The Penguins had two man advantages, though its best opportunities came even strength. Providence had half of its first power play in the opening frame, though odd-man rushes at even strength supplied the best challenges to home goaltender, Brad Thiessen.

The P-Bruins scored first for the first time in the series, opening the scoring early in the middle period. Jared Knight scored his first professional playoff goal at 3:04 mark of the second period with a wrister from the far side off of Thiessen’s leg pad. Kyle MacKinnon and David Warsofsky logged the assists on the play.

The Penguins tied the game at one at the 10:42 mark. Trevor Smith chipped a rebound in just wide of Svedberg. Chad Kolarik and Cody Wild had the helpers that knotted the game at one apiece. The game went into the second intermission tied at one.

In the third, both goalies made some impressive saves. Svedberg made a huge glove stop at the top of the crease after a turnover gave Derek Nesbitt a mini-breakaway with 5:26 left. Later in the third, the Penguins had a few more good chances, but the P-Bruins escaped. A late power play led to an extended rush for the Pens, but Svedberg and the defense in front of him controlled the rebounds and eventually cleared the zone. The P-Bruins had one last chance with a rebound in the slot in the final 15 seconds of the frame, but Wilkes-Barre worked it away as time expired.

Camper scored the game-winner just 31 seconds into the extra period as he intercepted a poor pass just inside the blue line. He passed the puck to Jordan Caron, who worked the puck to Craig Cunningham as Camper headed for the far side of the crease. The P-Bruins center scored his league-leading seventh goal of the postseason to give his team a 2-1 victory and a three-games-to-none series lead.

Providence was 0-for-2 on the power play, while Wilkes-Barre went 0-for-3 on the man-advantage. Svedberg notched his sixth straight win with 32 saves, while Thiessen had 20 stops at the other end.

Providence has a chance to wrap up the series with Game 4 at Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza in Wilkes-Barre on Friday at 7:05. Providence Bruins playoffs are presented by Dunkin’ Donuts.

P-BRUINS CONTINUE TO PILE UP W’S

BRUINS DEFEAT WHALE 1-0

Sweep the weekend and secure best record in the AHL

Hartford, CT — The Providence Bruins defeated the Connecticut Whale 1-0 this afternoon at the XL Center. Ryan Spooner scored the lone goal for the Bruins, his 14th of the season. Niklas Svedberg made 28 saves as the Bruins improved to 44-21-0-5.

The Whale, still looking to secure a playoff spot, controlled the opening minutes of play in Connecticut. However, Svedberg kept the Whale off the board by standing on his head and making some highlight reel saves. The Bruins turned it on halfway through the frame and were quick to capitalize. Spooner found the puck in the neutral zone, skated into Connecticut’s end and ripped a shot over Jason Missiaen’s shoulder to give the Bruins a 1-0 lead at 12:28. Kyle MacKinnon assisted on the opening goal.

Despite no goals being added to the game sheet in the second period, there were plenty of penalty minutes. In his first game with the Bruins since being acquired at the trade deadline, Rob Flick dropped the gloves with Dylan McIllrath at 4:53. In 51 games with Rockford this season, Flick recorded 97 penalty minutes, including seven fighting majors and was part of two bench clearing brawls. Staying true to his reputation, Flick easily dropped McIllrath with a few swift punches. In addition to Flick’s fight, Kevan Miller also dropped the gloves with Nick Palmieri for his sixth fight of the season.

Looking to tie the game, the Whale came out hungry in the third period. However, Svedberg was simply unbreakable as he stopped anything and everything the Whale threw his way. The Whale pulled Missiaen late in the frame, but they couldn’t produce with the extra attacker. The Bruins held on for the 1-0 win to sweep the weekend. The shutout marked Svedberg’s fourth of the season, which ties for the most among AHL rookie netminders.

The Bruins return to The Dunk on Friday, April 12 versus the Hershey Bears. The puck drops at 7:05 p.m. for Kids T-Shirt Night. The first 1,000 kids 12&under will receive a free t-shirt courtesy of Graphic Ink, Washington Trust, Seekonk Supply and Super Cuts.

BRUINS PROMOTE MORRISON TO PROVIDENCE

 

MORRISON RETURNS TO PROVIDENCE

Back at The Dunk Friday, March 15

Providence, RI – The Providence Bruins, in their 21^st season in the American Hockey League, today announced that the Boston Bruins have reassigned goaltender Adam Morrison to Providence from the Utah Grizzlies (ECHL).

This marks the second recall to Providence for Morrison, 22. The 6’3”, 194-pound goaltender saw time in 10 games for the South Carolina Stingrays (ECHL) before being reassigned to the Utah. In 14 games with the Grizzlies this season, Morrison has compiled a 6-6-2 record, .903 save percentage and 3.46 goals against average.

Originally selected by Philadelphia in the third round of the 2009 NHL Entry Draft, Morrison was signed by Boston as an unrestricted free agent on March 16, 2012. Prior to turning pro at the end of 2011-12, the White Rock, BC native spent three seasons in the WHL with Saskatoon and Vancouver. The Bruins return to The Dunk on Friday, March 15 versus the Springfield Falcons. The puck drops at 7:05 p.m. for Thundersticks Night. The first 2,000 fans in attendance will receive free thundersticks courtesy of Inskip’s Warwick AutoMall. Providence Bruins ticket packages are on sale now for the 2012-13 season. To purchase tickets or for more information, call the P-Bruins ticket office at 401-273-5000 or log on to the team website at www.providencebruins.com.

KRUG NAMED ROOKIE OF THE MONTH

 

TOREY KRUG NAMED CCM/AHL ROOKIE OF THE MONTH

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. … The American Hockey League announced today that Providence Bruins defenseman Torey Krug has been selected as the CCM/AHL Rookie of the Month for February.
Krug tallied four goals and eight assists for 12 points in 11 games to help the Bruins remain in the hunt for the Atlantic Division title.
Krug began the month by scoring the game-winning goal and adding an assist in a 5-1 victory over Albany on Feb. 1. He set up the game-winner in a 2-0 win at Worcester the next night, and scored the decisive goal again as part of a two-point effort in a 3-2 decision vs. Manchester on Feb. 10. Krug notched two assists on Feb. 12 at Manchester before converting in the eighth shootout round to give the Bruins a 5-4 win, and scored a goal on Feb. 16 at Bridgeport to extend his scoring streak to 10 games, tied for the longest by an AHL rookie this season.
Krug now has 26 points in 44 games with Providence this season and ranks second among all AHL rookie defensemen with nine goals. The 21-year-old native of Livonia, Mich., played three seasons at Michigan State University and was the Central Collegiate Hockey Association’s player of the year in 2011-12. He signed as a free agent with Boston on Mar. 25, 2012, and made his NHL debut with the Bruins late last season, registering one assist in two games.
In recognition of his achievement, Krug will be presented with an etched crystal award prior to an upcoming Bruins home game.
The Bruins return to The Dunk on Sunday, March 3 versus the Portland Pirates. The puck drops at 3:05 p.m. for Amica Lip Balm Day. Fans will receive a free lip balm as they exit the arena. Providence Bruins ticket packages are on sale now for the 2012-13 season. To purchase tickets or for more information, call the P-Bruins ticket office at 401-273-5000 or log on to the team website at www.providencebruins.com.

TARDIF SCORES TWICE IN LOSS

Bruins Fall To Pirates

Tardif scores two in first game back from Boston

Providence, RI – The Providence Bruins fell to 26-17-0-3 on the season as they where defeated by the Portland Pirates 5-2 tonight at the Dunkin’ Donuts Center. Providence’s Jamie Tardif scored two goals on the night, improving to 23 goals on the season.

The action began immediately after the puck dropped in this extremely competitive, and literal fight for first place. Just 15 seconds into the first, Lane MacDermid dropped the gloves with Portland’s Maxim Goncharov. MacDermid rejoined Providence earlier in the day on a conditioning loan from Boston. Portland’s Mark Louis would also head to the box for cross checking giving Providence their first power play opportunity of the game. Providence was unable to capitalize on the power play and Portland would make them pay. With 14:09 left in the first, the Pirate’s Chris Brown scored the first goal of the game putting the Pirates up 1-0. Rob Klinkhammer and Evan Brophey assisted the goal. The game’s physicality would continue as both teams pushed and shoved after the whistle throughout the first. With 8:11 to go in the period, Providence would get another shot at the power play, as Portland’s Alexandre Bolduc would be called for slashing. Again, the Bruins were unable to capitalize on the opportunity. Almost immediately after the Bruins power play ended they would be tested on the penalty kill, as Garnet Exelby would be sent to the box for boarding. Bruins goalie Michael Hutchinson would turn back a barrage of shots, and the Bruins successfully killed the penalty. The period would come to and end with Portland leading 1-0, as they outshot Providence 11-8 in the period.

The second period began with 4-on-4 hockey following penalties late in the first by both teams. Once back to full strength, Portland would strike again as Jordan Martinook would score his second of the season assisted by Darian Dziurzynski and David Rundblad. Portland would now lead 2-0. Following back-to-back power plays on goaltender interference by Bolduc, and tripping by Brendan Shinnimin, Providence would finally get on the board. Portland goalie Mark Visentin would mishandle the puck in front of the net and Providence’s Jamie Tardif picked it up, wrapped around the net, and scored (9:13). The goal was assisted by Ryan Spooner and Carter Camper who would extend his point streak to seven games. This was the 22nd goal of the season for Tardif who was reassigned to Providence from Boston earlier in the day. With 9:22 left in the second, Pirate Chris Brown would be called for holding. Providence would have yet another power play opportunity and a chance to tie the game at 2. Portland however, had other plans. Throughout the majority of the power play, Portland did an excellent job of controlling possession and their puck control would pay off. Seconds after killing the power play Portland would increase their lead to 3-1, as Phil Lane would score on the assists from Brown and David Rundblad. Just over a minute after, Providence would answer back as Tardif would score his second of the game on a beautiful pass from Torey Krug. The assist would also extend Krug’s point streak to 7 games. With the goal, the Bruins tightened the game to 3-2. However, with 1:47 left in the period Portland would regain their two-goal advantage. Rob Klinkhammer would score his 11th of the season, assisted by Brophey and Boris Valabik. The period would end with Providence trailing by a pair of goals as Portland lead 4-2. Again, Portland would outshoot Providence in the period by a total of 14-9.

Following a late ruffing penalty in the second by MacDermid, Portland would begin the third period on the power play. They would not wait long to take advantage, as Klinkhammer would score his second of the game just 1:04 into the period. Goncharov would be credited with the assist as Portland increased their lead to 5-2. Providence would have three more power play opportunities throughout the period but where unable to take advantage of the numerous chances. As the final horn sounded Portland would prevail, ending the Bruin’s six-game winning streak by a final score of 5-2. Portland outshot Providence 35-27.

P-BRUINS CHANGE DATES

PROVIDENCE BRUINS GAME ON FRIDAY RESCHEDULED

Game rescheduled for Monday, February 11 at The Dunk

Providence, RI – The Providence Bruins, in their 21st season in the American Hockey League, announced today that Friday’s game (February 8) versus the Portland Pirates at the Dunkin’ Donuts Center has been rescheduled due to the threat of inclement weather. For the safety of our fans, staff and players the game has been rescheduled to Monday, February 11, 2013 at 7:05 p.m. at The Dunk.

HIRSCHFELD SENT BACK TO STINGRAYS

HIRSCHFELD HEADS SOUTH

Forward Skated in 18 Games for Bruins since November Recall

Providence, RI – The Providence Bruins, in their 21^st season in the American Hockey League, announced today that Alden Hirschfeld has been returned on loan to South Carolina Stingrays (ECHL).
A 2012 graduate of Miami University, Hirschfeld was signed to an AHL contract on July 10. The Sylvania, Ohio native was recalled on loan from South Carolina on November 14 after skating in 16 games for the Stingrays. In 18 games with the Bruins, the 6’1”, 206-pound forward tallied five points on two goals and three helpers.

Hirschfeld, 25, is a four-year product of Miami University (Ohio) where he recorded 70 points on 35 goals and 35 assists. As a team tri-captain in 2011-12, the forward was one of only three players who skated in all 41 games for the RedHawks. He scored a collegiate-best 12 goals and 14 assists for 26 points during his junior season.

The Providence Bruins return to The Dunk on Friday, February 1 versus the Albany Devils. The puck drops at 7:05 p.m.for Hat Night. The first 2,000 fans in attendance will receive a free P-Bruins hat of RI Lot. The P-Bruins’ complete season schedule can be found on www.providencebruins.com.

P-BRUINS MAKE ROSTER MOVES

Morrison Reassigned to Providence, Cohen to S.C.; Baier, McNeely Released from PTOs

Providence, RI – The Providence Bruins, in their 21st season in the American Hockey League, announced today that the Boston Bruins have reassigned goaltender Adam Morrison to Providence from the South Carolina Stingrays (ECHL). In a separate transaction, Boston has also reassigned defenseman Colby Cohen to South Carolina. Also in separate transactions, the Providence Bruins announced that forward Tyler McNeely and defensemen Eric Baier have been released from their PTOs.

Morrison, 21, was reassigned to the Stingrays on October 11. In 10 games with South Carolina, the 6’3”, 194-pound goaltender has compiled a 1-6-2 record, 4.07 goals against average and .877 save percentage.

Originally selected by Philadelphia in the third round of the 2009 NHL Entry Draft, Morrison was signed by Boston as an unrestricted free agent on March 16, 2012. Prior to turning pro at the end of 2011-12, the White Rock, BC native spent three seasons in the WHL with Saskatoon and Vancouver.

Cohen, a 6’3”, 215-pound defenseman has missed the last 16 games due to a lower body injury. In 16 games with Providence this season, the Villanova, PA native has tallied three assists and 14 penalty minutes. Originally drafted by Colorado 45th overall in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft, Cohen was acquired by Boston in a trade for Matt Hunwick on November 29, 2010. In 140 professional games, the Boston University alum has recorded 32 points on six goals and 26 helpers.

McNeely was signed to a PTO on January 9. The forward skated in four games for the Bruins, recording one assist.

Prior to joining the Bruins, McNeely skated in 38 games with the South Carolina Stingrays (ECHL), registering a team-high 34 points. The Burnaby, British Columbia native spent the 2010-11 campaign with Bridgeport (AHL) and registered 32 points on 76 games. Prior to turning pro, the 5’10”, 175-pound forward spent four years at Northeastern University, where he tallied 105 points (44g, 61a) in 142 games and captained the squad as a junior and senior.

Baier, a native of North Kingstown, Rhode Island, skated in 34 games for the Trenton Titans (ECHL) this season, putting up six points and 10 penalty minutes before being signed to a PTO with Providence on January 9. Prior to turning pro in 2010-11, Baier spent four years on the blue line at Providence College where he tallied 32 points on nine goals and 23 assists in 127 games. As a senior in 2010-11, he led all defensemen with 12 points (5g, 7a). He made his professional debut on March 6, 2011 with the Reading Royals (ECHL). He has since played with the Portland Pirates, Rockford IceHogs, Albany Devils and Trenton. In his first full professional season in 2011-12, Baier tallied a career-high 17 points and finished second among Titans defensemen.

The Providence Bruins will return to the Dunkin’ Donuts Center on Friday, January 25 versus the Portland Pirates. The puck drops at 7:05 p.m. for Dunkin’ Donuts Mug Night. The first 3,000 fans will receive a free travel mug courtesy of Dunkin’ Donuts.

TARDIF AN ALL STAR

JAMIE TARDIF ADDED TO ALL-STAR ROSTER

Providence’s Leading Scorer Will Replace Bourque

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. … The American Hockey League today announced that Providence Bruins forward Jamie Tardif has been added to the Eastern Conference roster for the 2013 Dunkin’ Donuts AHL All-Star Classic, to be held this Sunday and Monday, January 27 and 28, in Providence, RI. Additionally, forward Chris Bourque will miss the All-Star Classic because he is currently with the Boston Bruins of the NHL.

Tardif, a 6’0”, 205-pound forward from Welland, Ontario, is in his second season with the Providence Bruins. The right wing has skated in 35 games for Providence this season, compiling 18 goals and seven assists for 25 points, along with 27 penalty minutes. Tardif currently leads all P-Bruins skaters in goals and is tied for sixth in the AHL. He is ranked first in points on the Providence roster. In 2011-12, Tardif posted 15-15=30 totals with the P-Bruins. Prior to joining Providence, the AHL veteran spent five years in the Detroit Red Wings’ system from 2006-11 with the Grand Rapids Griffins. For his AHL career, Tardif has recorded 109-98=207 totals in 411 games. Drafted by Calgary in the fourth round (112th overall) of the 2003 NHL Entry Draft, Tardif was signed by Boston as an unrestricted free agent to a two-year contract on July 5, 2011.

The Providence Bruins, established in 1992, are the top affiliate of the 2011 Stanley Cup champion Boston Bruins. The Providence Bruins have enjoyed much success over their history. The team won the American Hockey League’s Calder Cup championship in 1999 and boasts 10 former players on the 2011 Stanley Cup champion Boston Bruins. In addition to accomplishments on the ice, the Providence Bruins were fourth-best in attendance in the AHL in 2011-12 and are the best-attended minor-league hockey team in New England.

P-BRUINS RELEASE O’NEILL

O’NEILL RELEASED FROM PTO

Defenseman Skated in Two Games for Providence

Providence, RI – The Providence Bruins, in their 21^st season in the American Hockey League, announced today that defenseman Wes O’Neill has been released from his PTO.
O’Neill was signed to a PTO on January 12. The defenseman skated in two games for the Bruins, recording one goal and a +1 rating. Prior to joining the Bruins, O’Neill skated in 37 games for the Toledo Walleye (ECHL).

O’Neil skated in 37 games with the Toledo Walleye (ECHL) this season, registering 20 points and 56 penalty minutes. The sixth-year pro has spent time in various hockey cities including, Lake Erie (AHL), Johnstown (ECHL), Colorado (NHL), Kalamazoo (ECHL) and Bridgeport (AHL). The 6’4″, 218-pound defenseman was originally drafted 115th overall by the New York Islanders in the 2004 NHL Entry Draft. Since turning pro in 2007, he has skated in 298 professional games, including five games with the Colorado Avalanche. Prior to turning pro, he spent four years on the blue line for the University of Notre Dame.