PEORIA, ILL – “May you live in interesting times”; so reads the ancient Chinese curse. The Rockford Ice Hogs were the cursed team tonight during an “interesting” game against the Peoria Rivermen. The 5-1 victory for the home team Rivermen … Continue reading →

PEORIA, ILL – The Peoria Rivermen and Oklahoma City Barons came into Peoria’s Carver Arena on Saturday night in second and third places, respectively, in the Western Conference. Oklahoma City left with those positions reversed after a 3-1 victory in … Continue reading →

PEORIA, ILL – Just two weeks into the season, the Peoria Rivermen sit atop the AHL with ten points. The Rivermen are streaking and haven’t lost a game since dropping the their season opener. One of the big reasons the … Continue reading →

PEORIA, Ill — Autumn has arrived in central Illinois, and as the weather cools, so does the temperature at Carver Arena at the Peoria Civic Center. The chillers are running and the Zamboni’s are circling the rink. As longtime Peoria … Continue reading →

PEORIA, IL – Jared Bednar seems uncomfortable as he steps behind the microphone.    Introduced as the 17th head coach of the Peoria Rivermen last week, Bednar answers reporters’ questions in a low voice as a photographer darts in and around … Continue reading →