YAROSLAVL, Russia – Russia’s Emergency Situations Ministry has announced that at least 43 people were killed when a Yak-42 aircraft crashed upon take-off near Yaroslavl, on the Volga River, about 150 miles northeast of Moscow. The majority of victims were … Continue reading
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Bloomington Blaze face setback as head coach resigns
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – The Bloomington Blaze announced on Tuesday that head coach Jason Christie has resigned. Christie, 42, has been hired as the new head coach of the ECHL’s Ontario Reign, replacing Karl Taylor who stepped down two weeks ago … Continue reading
Two CHL players join Asia League teams
TOKYO, Japan – Two Asia League Ice Hockey clubs have signed players from Central Hockey League teams. Veteran defenseman Ray DiLauro, who played with the Missouri Mavericks last season, has signed with the Nippon Paper Cranes and Dave Bonk, who … Continue reading
Evansville Icemen, City agree to 5-year arena lease
EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Evansville’s Redevelopment Commission voted Friday to accept a five-year contract for the IceMen to play hockey at the new downtown arena, ending an impasse that held up the release of the Central Hockey League’s 2011-12 schedule. Icemen … Continue reading
IceMen, City of Evansville stalemate stalls CHL Schedule
EVANSVILLE, Ind. – In preparation for their second season in the Central Hockey League, the Evansville IceMen will have a whole new look for the 2011-12 season, complete with a new logo, new uniforms, as well as a new home … Continue reading
CHL introduces 20th anniversary logo, Hall of Fame
TEMPE, Ariz. – In conjunction with its upcoming 20th Anniversary season, the Central Hockey League has introduced a commemorative logo and has also announced the formation of the CHL Hall of Fame. All team uniforms throughout the season will feature … Continue reading