Newsy Lalonde

 

     Derek Lalonde is currently in his first year as Head Coach of the Detroit Red Wings.  His nickname "Newsy" comes from former NHL (National Hockey League) star Newsy Lalonde.  Newsy played for the Montreal Canadians from 1917-1922, and then for the New York Americans from 1926-1927.  Newsy Lalonde was also a professional lacrosse player.  Newsy Lalonde's real name is Edouard Cyrille Lalonde.  He got the nickname "Newsy" after working for various newspapers as a youngster.  Newsy Lalonde was born in Cornwall, Ontario.

     Derek Lalonde got his first head coaching job in the USHL (United States Hockey League) for the Green Bay Gamblers from 2011-2014.  Lalonde was also a Head Coach in the ECHL (East Coast Hockey League) for the Toledo Walleye from 2014-2016.  Derek Lalonde then went on to be a Head Coach in the AHL (American Hockey League) for the Iowa Wild from 2016-2018.  Lalonde served as an Assistant Coach in the NHL for the Tampa Bay Lightning from 2018-2022 before coming to Detroit.  Derek Lalonde is from Brasher Falls, New York. 

     The Detroit Red Wings are currently in 12th place in the NHL Eastern Conference standings with 64 points, and an overall record of 28-24-8 (8 overtime or shootout losses).  Detroit is scheduled to play their next game tomorrow night (at 7:00 p.m.) at home against the Seattle Kraken.  The Red Wings are currently riding a three-game losing streak.

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-  Newsy Lalonde was a Forward.

-  Newsy Lalonde was listed at 5'9, 168 lbs.

-  Derek Lalonde was a Goaltender at SUNY (The State University of New York) Cortland.

-  The Pittsburgh Penquins are currently in 8th place in the NHL Eastern Conference standings with 69 points, and an overall record of 30-21-9 (9 overtime or shootout losses).

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Whalers To Checkers!

Several former Plymouth Whalers now play for the Charlotte Checkers.  Last season, Austin Levi played in 10 AHL games.

     The Charlotte Checkers are an AHL (American Hockey League) hockey team, and they are the minor league affiliate of the Carolina Hurricanes.  Several former Plymouth Whalers are now playing for the Checkers including Alex Aleardi, Chad LaRose, Carter Sandlak, Michal Jordan, and Beau Schmitz.  Former Whaler Austin Levi (pictured above) played in 10 games for the Charlotte Checkers last season.
     The Charlotte Checkers roster also features some other hometown connections.  Checkers Defenseman Patrick Brown is from Bloomfield Hills, and goaltender Drew MacIntyre was drafted by the Detroit Red Wings back in 2001.  MacIntyre was selected in the 4th round of the 2001 NHL (National Hockey League) draft, and was the 121st overall pick.
     The Charlotte Checkers compete in the Western Conference of the American Hockey League.  The Checkers are currently in 4th place in the West Division with 46 points, and an overall record of 20-32 (5 overtime losses, and 1 shootout loss).
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Copp & Hartman For USA

#21 Ryan Hartman plays for the Plymouth Whalers, and is representing Team USA in the World Junior Championship!

     The 2014 World Junior Championship is underway, and Team USA is looking to repeat as tournament champions.  Ryan Hartman (pictured above) plays for the Plymouth Whalers of the OHL (Ontario Hockey League), and is representing Team USA for the second straight year.  Hartman played an important roll on the 2013 World Junior Championship Gold Medal team, scoring 2 goals in 7 games for Team USA.  Hartman has 13 goals, and 13 assists through 25 games with the Whalers this season.  During the 2012-2013 season, Hartman played 56 games for the Whalers scoring 23 goals, and adding 37 assists.  Hartman has already been drafted by the Chicago Blackhawks of the NHL (National Hockey League).
     Andrew Copp plays college hockey at the University of Michigan, and has also earned a spot on Team USA.  The left winger has already been drafted by the Winnipeg Jets of the NHL, and currently leads the Wolverines in scoring.  Copp has played 14 games for the Wolverines this season, and has 9 goals, with 5 assists.  During the 2012-2013 season, Copp played 52 games for the Wolverines scoring 20 goals, and adding 15 assists.
     Connor Carrick played the 2012-2013 season with the Plymouth Whalers, and is also playing for Team USA.  Carrick has played most of this season with the Hershey Bears of the AHL (American Hockey League), but has seen time in the NHL with the Washington Capitals.  During the 2012-2013 season, Carrick played 68 games for the Whalers scoring 12 goals, and adding 32 assists.
     Team USA is currently 3-0 in pool play with victories over Czech Republic (5-1 on December 26th), Slovakia (6-3 on December 28th), and Germany (8-0 this morning).  Team USA will play their next game on Tuesday (11:30 a.m.) against Canada.  The quarterfinals of the tournament will take place on January 2nd, the semifinals will be played January 4th, and the tournament will conclude with the Medal Games on January 5th.  The 2014 World Junior Championship is being played in Malmo, Sweden, and some games can be seen on the NHL Network.
     Andrew Copp, Ryan Hartman, and Connor Carrick are all physical players that combine speed with the ability to score goals.  Team USA will lean on their experience, and rely on their production throughout their quest for another Gold Medal.      
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#21 Ryan Hartman is looking to help Team USA win their second World Junior Championship in a row!

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