Bears College Connections

     The Detroit Lions (7-8) are scheduled to host the Chicago Bears (3-12) tomorrow at 1:00 p.m.  The Chicago Bears roster currently features two players that played college football in the state of Michigan including Michael Schofield III, and A.J. Thomas.

     Bears Offensive Lineman #79 Michael Schofield III played college football at the University of Michigan from 2009-2013.  The Denver Broncos selected Michael Schofield III in the 3rd round (95th overall pick) of the 2014 NFL (National Football League) Draft.  Michael Schofield III is from Orland Park, Illinois.

     Bears Defensive Back #38 A.J. Thomas played college football at Western Michigan University from 2017-2021.  Thomas played high school football at the University of Detroit Jesuit.  A.J. Thomas signed with the Chicago Bears after going undrafted in the 2022 NFL Draft.  A.J. Thomas is from Detroit, Michigan. 

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-  Michael Schofield III is listed at 6'6, 303lbs.

-  Michael Schofield III wore #75 for the University of Michigan Wolverines.

-  A.J. Thomas is listed at 6'2, 214 lbs.  

-  A.J. Thomas wore #6 for the Western Michigan University Broncos.

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Ian White With Rockers

 

The Motor City Rockers play their home games at Big Boy Arena located at 34400 Utica Road, in Fraser.

     #77 Ian White is currently playing Defenseman in the FPHL (Federal Prospects Hockey League) for the Motor City Rockers.  Ian White played for the Detroit Red Wings for two seasons from 2011-2013.  White also played for the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Calgary Flames, the Carolina Hurricanes, and the San Jose Sharks.  The Toronto Maple Leafs selected Ian White in the 6th round (191st overall pick) of the 2002 NHL (National Hockey League) Draft.  Ian White was born in Manitoba, Canada. 

     The Motor City Rockers are currently in 3rd place in the FPHL Continental Division standings with 40 points, and an overall record of 13-6-3 (3 overtime losses).  The Rockers are on the road tonight (at 7:05 p.m.) to take on the Port Huron Prowlers.  The Motor City Rockers are scheduled to host the Port Huron Prowlers tomorrow at 2:30 p.m.  The Motor City Rockers play their home games at Big Boy Arena located at 34400 Utica Road, in Fraser, Michigan.  

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-  Ian White is listed at 5'10, 190 lbs.  

-  Ian White wore #18 for the Detroit Red Wings.  

-  Ian White played 102 games with the Detroit Red Wings.  

-  Ian White is 38 years old.  

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Poker Masters On CBSSN

 

     Archived episodes of the 2022 Poker Masters can be seen on CBSSN (CBSSN).  The next broadcast is scheduled for Friday, December 30th at 2:00 a.m.  There are also broadcasts scheduled for Monday, January 2nd from 2:00 a.m. - 6:00 a.m.  Check your local listings for the future program schedule.  

     The 2022 Poker Masters featured ten events or tournaments that were streamed live on the subscription-based streaming service known as PokerGo.  Each Poker Masters season champion is awarded a Purple Jacket.  Michael Addamo (from Australia) won the Purple Jacket in 2021.  Poker Masters was founded in 2017. 

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-  Clicking on Pokermasters.com will redirect you to the PokerGo website.   

-  The 2022 Poker Masters were held (at the PokerGo Studio) at ARIA Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.  

-  Steffen Sontheimer (from Germany) won the first Purple Jacket in 2017.    

-  CBS Sports is on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Flipboard.  

-  The Mitten State Sports Report posted "PokerGo On YouTube" on 11/19/2020.

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Tigers Add More Pitching

 

     The Mitten State Sports Report posted "Boyd Is Back" on December 5th, 2022. but the Detroit Tigers have recently added several more pitchers to their staff.  The Tigers signed free agent Pitcher Michael Lorenzen on 12/20/2022.  Lorenzen pitched as a starter for the Los Angeles Angels last season, and previously pitched as a reliever for the Cincinatti Reds from 2015-2021.  Lorenzen also played as an Outfielder for the Cincinatti Reds.  The Cincinatti Reds selected Michael Lorenzen in the 1st round (38th overall pick) of the 2013 MLB (Major League Baseball) Draft. 

     The Detroit Tigers claimed Pitcher Zach Logue off waivers on 12/23/2022.  The Tigers signed free agent Pitcher Kevin Castro to a minor league contract on 12/22/2022.  The Tigers claimed Pitcher Mason Englert off waivers on 12/7/2022.  The Tigers signed free agent Pitcher Brenan Hanifee on 12/5/2022.  The Tigers traded Pitcher Joe Jimenez (and cash) to the Atlanta Braves for Third Baseman Justyn-Henry Malloy, and Pitcher Jake Higginbotham on 12/7/2022.

     The Detroit Tigers also added more position players in the month of December.  The Tigers claimed Catcher Mario Feliciano off waivers on 12/21/2022.  The Tigers also signed free agent Catcher Julio E. Rodriguez to a minor league contract on 12/2/2022.  The Tigers signed free agent Outfielder Diego Rincones to a minor league contract on 12/8/2022.  

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-  Michael Lorenzen has hit 7 home runs in his career.  Lorenzen signed a one-year deal with the Tigers.  

-  Joe Jimenez pitched for the Detroit Tigers from 2017-2022.  Jimenez also spent his minor league career with the Tigers organization (2013-2016).  

-  The Tigers designated Pitcher Angel De Jesus for assignment on 12/23/2022.  

-  The Tigers designated Outfielder Bligh Madris for assignment on 12/21/2022.  

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Ragnow Makes Pro Bowl

 

     The 2023 NFL (National Football League) Pro Bowl rosters were unveiled on Wednesday, December 21st.  Lions Center #77 Frank Ragnow was the only player from Detroit that was voted onto the NFC (National Football Conference) roster.  Frank Ragnow was also voted to the 2021 Pro Bowl.  The Detroit Lions selected Frank Ragnow in the 1st round (20th overall pick) of the 2018 NFL Draft.  Frank Ragnow was born in Victoria, Minnesota.

     Nine Detroit Lions players were selected as alternates to the 2023 Pro Bowl roster including (1st alternate) Wide Receiver #14 Amon-Ra St. Brown, (1st alternate) Offensive Tackle #58 Penei Sewell, (3rd alternate) Quarterback #16 Jared Goff, (4th alternate) Offensive Guard #73 Jonah Jackson, (4th alternate) Running Back #30 Jamaal Williams, (4th alternate) Fullback #45 Jason Cabinda, (4th alternate) Punt Returner #11 Kalif Raymond, (5th alternate) Offensive Tackle #68 Taylor Decker, and (5th alternate) Defensive End #97 Aidan Hutchinson.

     The 2023 NFL Pro Bowl is scheduled to take place on Sunday, February 5th at 3:00 p.m. in Paradise, Nevada.  A non-contact flag football game, and skills competitions have replaced the traditional all-star game that was once played in Honolulu, Hawaii.      

     On Saturday, December 24th, the Carolina Panthers defeated the Detroit Lions 37-23.  The Detroit Lions are currently in 2nd place in the NFC North Division standings with an overall record of 7-8.  The Lions are still alive for a spot in the 2022-2023 NFL Playoffs.  Detroit needs to win both of their final two games, but the Lions also need the Washington Commanders (7-7-1), and the Seattle Seahawks (7-8) to both lose at least one game each.  

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-  Frank Ragnow is listed at 6'5, 309 lbs.

-  Frank Ragnow played college football at the University of Arkansas from 2014-2017. 

-  The Detroit Lions defeated the Washington Commanders 36-27 on Sunday, September 18th, 2022. 

-  The Seattle Seahawks defeated the Detroit Lions 48-45 on Sunday, October 5th, 2022.  

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Worst Record

 

     The Detroit Pistons currently have the worst record in the NBA (National Basketball Association).  The Detroit Pistons are in 15th place in the NBA Eastern Conference standings with an overall record of 8-27.  Detroit sits sixteen games out of first place.  The Pistons have lost eight out of their last ten games, and the team is currently riding a five-game losing streak.  One of the main factors for the team's struggles lately can be attributed to Cade Cunningham's season ending surgery on Friday, December 16th.

     Pistons Forward #44 Bojan Bogdanovic currently leads the team in scoring averaging 20.8 points per game.  Pistons Guard #23 Jaden Ivey (rookie) is averaging 15.5 points per game.  Pistons Center 0 Jalen Duren (rookie) is leading the team in rebounding averaging 8.2 rebounds per game.  Pistons Center #28 Isaiah Stewart is currently averaging 8 rebounds per game.  To end on a positive note, the Pistons rookies are playing well, and the team should be in line for a top lottery pick in the 2023 NBA Draft.

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-  Pistons Guard #2 Cade Cunningham underwent surgery to repair a stress fracture in his left shin.

-  The Detroit Pistons selected Cade Cunningham with the 1st overall pick of the 2021 NBA Draft. 

-  Jalen Duren is listed at 6'11, 250 lbs.  

-  Jaden Ivey played college basketball at Purdue University from 2020-2022.   

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Panthers College Connections

 

      The Carolina Panthers (5-9) are scheduled to host the Detroit Lions (7-7) this Saturday at 1:00 p.m.  The Carolina Panthers roster currently features three players that played college football in the state of Michigan including Justin Layne, Taylor Moton, and Giovanni Ricci. 

      Panthers Cornerback Justin Layne played college football at Michigan State University from 2016-2018.  The Pittsburgh Steelers selected Justin Layne in the 3rd round (83rd overall pick) of the 2019 NFL (National Football League) Draft.  Justin Layne is from Cleveland, Ohio. 

      Panthers Offensive Tackle #72 Taylor Moton played college football at Western Michigan University from 2012-2016.  Moton played high school football at Okemos High School.  The Carolina Panthers selected Taylor Moton in the 2nd round (64th overall pick) of the 2017 NFL Draft.  Taylor Moton is from Lansing, Michigan. 

     Panthers Tight End #45 Giovanni Ricci played college football at Western Michigan University from 2015-2019.  Ricci also played Quarterback in high school, and Wide Receiver for the Broncos during his Freshman, and Sophomore seasons.  Giovanni Ricci went undrafted in the 2020 NFL Draft.  Giovanni Ricci is from Loveland, Ohio.

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-  The Carolina Panthers claimed Justin Layne off waivers on Wednesday, December 22nd.  Layne has not yet been issued a number.  

-  Justin Layne is listed at 6'2, 190 lbs.  

-  Taylor Moton is listed at 6'5, 325 lbs.  

-  Giovanni Ricci is listed at 6'3, 240 lbs.  

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For more information about the MSU athletic program click on  https://msuspartans.com  

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Atoms 26-23 Lynx

 

     On Friday, December 16th, the Albuquerque Atoms defeated the Madison Lynx 26-23 to win the SFLm (Simulation Football League Minors) Season 6 Championship.  Atoms Kicker #12 Yay Verity kicked a 47-yard game winning field goal with 55 seconds left on the clock.  Verity made all four of his field goal attempts on Friday.  

     Albuquerque Atoms Halfback #28 Josh Slapp was named MVP (Most Valuable Player) of the Championship Game.  Slapp carried the ball 19 times for 173 yards, and 2 touchdowns including a 96-yard score in the second quarter.  Atoms Free Safety #24 Alex Marshall recorded 11 tackles.  Atoms Quarterback #11 Ty Ptak threw for 235 yards and was sacked once.  

     The Albuquerque Atoms also won the SFLm Season 2 Championship, and the SFLm Season 5 Championship.  Friday's Championship Game was played at Fatality Field in a simulated Phoenix, Arizona.  The SFLm Season 6 Championship was broadcast live on the simulationfl YouTube channel.

     The Albuquerque Atoms finished the SFLm Season 6 regular season in 1st place in the standings with an overall record of 7-1.  The Madison Lynx finished the SFLm Season 6 regular season in 4th place in the standings with an overall record of 6-2.  The Madison Lynx won the SFLm Season 1 Championship, and the SFLm Season 4 Championship.

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-  Madison Lynx Quarterback #2 Switch Thumper lead the league in passing this season.  Thumper threw for over 2,600 yards.

-  The Mitten State Sports Report posted "SFLm News: December 2022" on 12/9/2022  

-  The Mitten State Sports Report posted "Atoms 26-23 Cavalry" on 6/25/2022.  

-  The Mitten State Sports Report posted "Lynx 26-20 Cavalry" on 6/27/2020.

-  The Mitten State Sports Report posted "SFL Minor League" on 5/3/2020. 

-  The Motor City V8's compete in the Simulation Football League. 

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Ferris State Wins Again

 

     On Saturday, December 17th the Ferris State University football team defeated the Colorado Mines Orediggers 41-14 to win the 2022 NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) Division II National Championship.  The Ferris State University Bulldogs finished the 2022 season with an overall record of 14-1.  The Bulldogs only loss of the season came at home on Saturday, October 15th against the Grand Valley University Lakers 22-21.  The Ferris State University Bulldogs compete in the GLIAC (Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference).  The Ferris State University Bulldogs also won the 2021 NCAA Division II National Championship.  

     The Ferris State University Bulldogs defeated the Davenport University Panthers 41-7 in the 1st round of the 2022 NCAA Division II Playoffs.  The Bulldogs defeated the Pittsburg State University Gorillas (Kansas) 17-14 in the 2nd round of the 2022 NCAA Division II Playoffs.  The Bulldogs defeated the Grand Valley University Lakers 24-21 in the 2022 NCAA Division II Super Regional Final.  The Bulldogs defeated the University of West Florida Argos 38-17 in the NCAA Division II National Semifinals.

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-  Tony Annese is the Head Coach of the Ferris State University football team.  

-  The Mitten State Sports Report posted "Ferris State Wins Title" on 12/31/2021.  

-  The Mitten State Sports Report posted "Ferris Sports Update On CN900" on 11/12/2021.   

-  Ferris State University is located in Big Rapids, Michigan.

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Schoolcraft Hockey Dormant

Scroll down to relive the memories of the Schoolcraft College Men's hockey team.

     The Schoolcraft College Men's hockey team is dormant.  The Ocelots competed in Division 3 of the ACHA (American Collegiate Hockey Association) from 2016-2020.  Schoolcraft College played their home games at the Redford Ice Arena located at 12400 Beech Daly Road, in Redford, Michigan.  Scroll down to relive the memories of the Schoolcraft College Men's hockey team.

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The Schoolcraft College Men's hockey team was featured on the Mitten State Sports Report in 2017.

The Schoolcraft College Men's hockey team played their home games at the Redford Ice Arena.

     

The Redford Ice Arena is located at 12400 Beech Daly Road, in Redford, Michigan.

The Ocelots competed in Division 3 of the ACHA (American Collegiate Hockey Association).

The Schoolcraft College Men's hockey team existed from 2016-2020.

The Schoolcraft College Men's hockey team was featured on the Mitten State Sports Report in 2018.

     

The Schoolcraft College Men's hockey team was featured on the Mitten State Sports Report in 2019.

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-  The Mitten State Sports Report posted "College Hockey In Redford" on 11/28/2016.  

-  Robert Lindsay was the Head Coach of the Schoolcraft College Men's hockey team.  

-  The Schoolcraft College Men's hockey team competed in the ACHA Division 3 Independent Conference Northern Region.  

-  Schoolcraft College is located at 18600 Haggerty Road, in Livonia, Michigan. 

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Fighting Irish Dormant

 

Scroll down to relive the memories of the Detroit Fighting Irish.

     The Detroit Fighting Irish are dormant for the 2022-2023 hockey season, and perhaps for good.  The Fighting Irish previously competed in the Premier Division of the USPHL (United States Premier Hockey League).  The Detroit Fighting Irish merged with the Motor City Hockey Club to form the Motor City Gamblers in 2022.   

     The Detroit Fighting Irish were founded in 2012 as Tennyson Chevrolet.  The team competed in the MWJHL (Midwest Junior Hockey League) from 2012-2015 before joining the USPHL for the 2015-2016 season.  The Fighting Irish played their home games at various venues including the Brownstown Sports Center (formerly known as The Ice Box), and Southgate Arena.  Scroll down to relive the memories of the Detroit Fighting Irish.  

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The Detroit Fighting Irish are dormant for the 2022-2023 season, and perhaps for good.

The Detroit Fighting Irish were featured on the Mitten State Sports Report in 2014.

The Detroit Fighting Irish were featured on the Mitten State Sports Report twice in 2015.

The Detroit Fighting Irish were featured on the Mitten State Sports Report in 2019.

A Detroit Fighting Irish practice was featured on the Mitten State Sports Report in 2019.

The Detroit Fighting Irish were featured on the Mitten State Sports Report in 2021.

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-  The Detroit Fighting Irish website is currently still active.

-  The Detroit Fighting Irish finished the 2021-2022 season in 4th place in the USPHL Midwest East Division standings with 47 points, and an overall record of 22-19-3 (3 overtime losses).  

-  Sam Shaheen was the Head Coach of the Detroit Fighting Irish in 2021-2022.  

-  Sam Shaheen is currently the Head Coach of the Motor City Gamblers.     

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New Lights At Comerica Park

 

     Comerica Park is in the process of upgrading its old lights with new LED lights.  The old lights were removed on Monday, December 12th, and the new LED lights are scheduled to be installed in February of 2023.  The new LED lights are expected to conserve energy and cause less glare for the players.  The new LED lights are also projected to look better on television and can be used for light shows when the Detroit Tigers hit a home run.  The new LED lights can also turn on and off instantly unlike the old lights that needed time to warm up.

     The Detroit Tigers will begin the 2023 season on the road against the Tampa Bay Rays on Thursday, March 30th.  The Tigers Home Opener is scheduled for Thursday, April 6th against the Boston Red Sox.  The first home night game of the season is scheduled for Friday, April 14th against the San Francisco Giants.  The Detroit Tigers finished the 2022 season in 4th place in the AL Central standings with an overall record of 66-96.  

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-  Musco Sports Lighting is building the new LED lights at Comerica Park.  

-  Bayview Electric Company will install the new LED lights at Comerica Park.  

-  The Tampa Bay Rays finished the 2022 season in 3rd place in the AL East standings with an overall record of 86-76. 

-  The Boston Red Sox finished the 2022 season in 5th place in the AL East standings with an overall record of 78-84. 

-  The San Francisco Giants finished the 2022 season in 3rd place in the AL West standings with an overall record of 81-81.

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Lumberjacks Have New Ownership

 

The Muskegon Lumberjacks (in white) are under new ownership.

     The Muskegon Lumberjacks are under new ownership.  Peter Herms recently purchased the team from BC Hockey LLC according to the USHL (United States Hockey League) website.  Peter Herms played for the Muskegon Lumberjacks during the 1985-1986 season when the franchise was part of the International Hockey League.  There haven't been any announcements made to move the team, but Herms does own several businesses in New Jersey including the Red Bank Armory Ice Complex.  Peter Herms is also a native of New Jersey.

     The Muskegon Lumberjacks have also parted ways with Head Coach Mike Hamilton.  Associate Head Coach Parker Burgess has been promoted to Head Coach.  The Muskegon Lumberjacks are currently in 3rd place in the USHL Eastern Conference standings with 25 points, and an overall record of 12-9-1-0 (1 overtime loss).  The Lumberjacks roster currently features three players from the state of Michigan including Defenseman #3 Tyler Dunbar (Sault Ste. Marie), Forward #16 Jacob Terpstra (Shelby Township), and Defenseman #5 Easton Young (Grand Rapids). 

      Muskegon Lumberjacks Forward #19 Jake Richard currently leads the team in goals, and in points.  Richard has accumulated 12 goals, 10 assists, and 22 points in 19 games played this season.  Defenseman #14 Gavin McCarthy currently leads the team in assists.  McCarthy has produced 4 goals, 14 assists, and 18 points in 20 games played this season.  Lumberjacks Forward #12 Cody Croal has contributed 8 goals, 10 assists, and 18 points in 22 games played this season.  

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                                                                                         Game Notes 

-  The Muskegon Lumberjacks play their home games at Trinity Health Arena located at 470 W. Western Ave, in Muskegon.

-  Trinity Health Arena was formerly known as Mercy Health Arena.

-  C.J. Kusch is the Assistant Coach of the Muskegon Lumberjacks. 

-  Dave DeSander is the Goaltending Coach of the Muskegon Lumberjacks.  

For more information about the Muskegon Lumberjacks click on  https://muskegonlumberjacks.com 

For USHL stats, and standings click on  https://ushl.com  

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Rockers On YouTube

 

The Motor City Rockers play their home games at Big Boy Arena located at 34400 Utica Road, in Fraser.

     The Motor City Rockers have a great YouTube channel for fans of professional hockey.  The Motor City Rockers Hockey YouTube channel features videos of entire games, and videos of game highlights.  The Rockers are playing in their inaugural season in the FPHL (Federal Professional Hockey League).  There are ten teams competing in the 2022-2023 FPHL season.  The Motor City Rockers play their home games at Big Boy Arena located at 34400 Utica Road, in Fraser.

     The Motor City Rockers are currently in 2nd place in the FPHL Continental Division standings with 37 points, and an overall record of 12-5-3 (3 overtime losses).  The Rockers have lost two games in a row.  Forward #88 Scott Coash currently leads the team in goals, and in points.  Coash has accumulated 13 goals, 7 assists and 20 points in 13 games played this season.  Defenseman #22 Dante Suffredini currently leads the team in assists.  Suffredini has produced 3 goals, 16 assists, and 19 points in 20 games played this season. 

     The Motor City Rockers are scheduled to host the Carolina Thunderbirds on Friday, December 16th at 7:30 p.m. and on Saturday, December 17th at 7:00 p.m.  The Rockers are scheduled to host the Port Huron Prowlers on Saturday, December 31st (New Year's Eve) at 2:30 p.m.

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-  Gordie Brown is the Head Coach of the Motor City Rockers. 

-  Motor City Rockers Forward #44 Declan Conway has contributed 10 goals, 9 assists, and 19 points in 15 games played this season. 

-  The Motor City Rockers Hockey YouTube channel currently has over 1,400 subscribers. 

-  The Motor City Rockers joined YouTube in September of 2022. 

-  The Motor City Rockers are also on Facebook, Instagram, and on Twitter.    

For more information about the Motor City Rockers click on  https://www.mcrockershockey.com 

For FPHL stats, and standings click on  https://www.federalhockey.com   

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Gamblers 3-0 Cougars

 

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     On Saturday, December 10th, the Motor City Gamblers defeated the Chicago Cougars 3-0.  Both teams compete in the Premier Division of the USPHL (United States Premier Hockey League).  Saturday night's game was played at Big Boy Arena located at 34400 Utica Road, in Fraser, Michigan.  Scroll down to see exclusive photographs from Saturday night's hockey game. 

     Gamblers Right Winger #72 William Boyer scored 2 goals for Motor City on Saturday night.  Gamblers Left Winger #10 Nick Lafornara contributed 1 goal, and 2 assists for Motor City in Saturday night's game.  The Chicago Cougars earned a 4-3 overtime victory over the Motor City Gamblers on Friday, December 9th. 

     The Motor City Gamblers are currently in 2nd place in the USPHL Midwest East Division standings with 32 points, and an overall record of 14-9-2-2 (2 overtime losses, and 2 shootout losses).  The Chicago Cougars are currently in 4th place in the USPHL Midwest East standings with 23 points, and an overall record of 11-8-0-1 (1 shootout loss).  

     Motor City Gamblers Defenseman #53 Aidan Canady currently leads the team in points.  Canady has accumulated 9 goals, 29 assists, and 38 points in 22 games played this season.  Motor City Gamblers Left Winger #10 Nick Lafornara currently leads the team in goals.  Lafornara has produced 16 goals, 13 assists, and 29 points in 26 games played this season.  Motor City Gamblers Defenseman #61 Jake Mullins has contributed 11 goals, 22 assists, and 33 points in 26 games played this season.

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On Saturday, December 10th, the Motor City Gamblers defeated the Chicago Cougars 3-0.

Both teams compete in the Premier Division of the USPHL.

Saturday night's game was played at Big Boy Arena located at 34400 Utica Road, in Fraser.

The Gamblers currently have an overall record of 14-9-2-2 (2 overtime losses, and 2 shootout losses).

The Cougars currently have an overall record of 11-8-0-1 (1 shootout loss).

The Motor City Gamblers were previously known as the Motor City Hockey Club.

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                                                                                        Game Notes  

-  Sam Shaheen is the Head Coach of the Motor City Gamblers.

-  Josh Dallmann is the Head Coach, and General Manager of the Chicago Cougars.  

-  The Mitten State Sports Report posted "MCHC Rebranded" on 11/13/2022. 

-  The Mitten State Sports Report posted ""Blackbirds 4-2 MCHC" on 1/31/2022.

-  The Mitten State Sports Report posted "Junior Hockey In Redford" on 11/16/2021.  

For more information about the Motor City Gamblers click on  https://www.motorcitygamblers.com  

For more information about the Chicago Cougars click on  https://www.chicagocougarshockey.com 

For USPHL stats, and standings click on  https://www.usphl.com  

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Chicago 5-4 USA - SO

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     On Friday, December 9th, the Chicago Steel defeated the USA NTDP (National Team Development Program) U-18 Team 5-4 in a shootout.  Both teams compete in the USHL (United States Hockey League) Eastern Conference.  Last night's game was played at the USA Hockey Arena located at 14900 Beck Road, in Plymouth, Michigan.  Scroll down to see exclusive photographs from last night's hockey game. 

     The Chicago Steel are currently in 1st place in the USHL Eastern Conference standings with 32 points, and an overall record of 15-5-1-1 (1 overtime loss, and 1 shootout loss).  Team USA is currently in 2nd place in the USHL Eastern Conference standings with 25 points, and an overall record of 11-5-1-2 (1 overtime loss, and 2 shootout losses). 

     Chicago Steel Forward #13 Jack Harvey currently leads the USHL in goals, and in points.  Harvey has accumulated 18 goals, 16 assists, and 34 points in 22 games played this season.  Chicago Steel Forward #18 Jayden Perron has produced 12 goals, 15 assists, and 27 points in 22 games played this season.  Chicago Steel Forward #26 Michael Emerson has 12 goals, 13 assists, and 25 points in 21 games played this season.

       The USA NTDP U-18 Team roster currently includes three players from the state of Michigan including Goaltender #1 Trey Augustine (South Lyon), Defenseman #26 Kai Janviriya (Bloomfield Hills), and Defenseman #8 Zach Schulz (South Lyon).  The Chicago Steel roster currently doesn't have any players from the state of Michigan.

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On Friday, December 9th, the Chicago Steel defeated the USA NTDP U-18 Team 5-4 in a shootout.

Last night's game was played at the USA Hockey Arena located at 14900 Beck Road, in Plymouth.

Both teams compete in the USHL Eastern Conference.

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-  Chicago Steel Forward #14 Mick Thompson has accumulated 9 goals, 15 assists, and 24 points in 22 games played this season.  

-  Chicago Steel Forward #17 Mack Celebrini has produced 13 goals, 10 assists, and 23 points in 16 games played this season.  

-  Dan Muse is the Head Coach of the USA NTDP U-18 Team.  

-  Mike Garman is the Head Coach of the Chicago Steel.  

For more information about the USA NTDP click on  https://www.usahockeyntdp.com 

For more information about the Chicago Steel click on  https://chicagosteelhockeyteam.com 

For USHL stats, and standings click on  https://ushl.com  

For more information about the USA Hockey Arena click on  https://www.usahockeyarena.com 

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Winston In BBL

 

     Cassius Winston is currently playing Point Guard in the BBL (Basketball Bundesliga League) for FC Bayern Munich.  Cassius Winston played college basketball at Michigan State University from 2016-2020.  Cassius Winston also played high school basketball at University of Detroit Jesuit.  Cassius Winston won the Hal Schram Mr. Basketball Award in 2016.

     FC Bayern Munich is currently in 1st place in the Basketball Bundesliga standings with an overall record of 8-1.  Cassius Winston scored 23 points in a 81-77 win over EWE Baskets Oldenburg on Tuesday, December 6th.  Cassius Winston was selected by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2nd round (53rd overall pick) of the 2020 NBA (National Basketball Association) Draft. 

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                                                                                       Game Notes 

-  Cassius Winston wears #5 for FC Bayern Munich.  Winston also wore #5 for the MSU Spartans. 

-  Cassius Winston is listed at 6'1, 185 lbs.  

-  Andrea Trinchieri is the Head Coach of FC Bayern Munich.  

-  The FC Bayern Munich roster also features Guard #9 Isaac Bonga, Power Forward #8 Othello Hunter, Center #33 Freddie Gillespie, and Guard #2 Corey Walden.

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