Pictures of 2024

 

We checked out the Michigan Gamblers in January.

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

We attended a Motor City Rockers game.  The Rockers compete in the FPHL.

The Rockers also play their home games at Big Boy Arena in Fraser.

We saw a college hockey game in Dearborn.

We watched the USA NTDP U-18 Team in February.

We also checked out the USA NTDP U-17 Team.

The 42nd Annual Plymouth Ice Festival was featured on the Mitten State Sports Report.

We posted about the closing of Northville Downs.

We saw USL League Two action in Royal Oak.

We went to see Vintage Base Ball at Greenfield Village.

Vintage Base Ball, or Historic Base Ball is played by the rules of 1867.

Motor Muster 2024 was featured on the Mitten State Sports Report.

Motor Muster 2024 was powered by Hagerty.

                                                                                Game Notes 

-  "Pictures of 2023" was posted on 1/17/2024.

-  "Pictures of 2022" was posted on 1/12/2023.

-  "Pictures of 2021" was posted on 1/11/2022.

-  "Pictures of 2020" was posted on 2/22/2021.

-  "Pictures of 2019" was posted on 1/31/2019.  

-  "Pictures of 2018" was posted on 1/31/2019.  

-  "Pictures of 2017" was posted on 1/22/2018.

-  "Pictures of 2016" was posted on 1/20/2017.

-  "Pictures of 2015" was posted on 1/15/2016. 

-  "Pictures of 2014" was posted on 1/24/2015. 

-  "Pictures of 2013" was posted on 1/28/2014.

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Spacemen 6-1 Gamblers

 

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     On Friday, December 13th, the Fort Wayne Spacemen defeated the Motor City Gamblers 6-1.  Both teams compete in the Premier Division of the USPHL (United States Premier Hockey League).  The Gamblers play their home games at Big Boy Arena located at 34400 Utica Road, in Fraser.  Scroll down to see exclusive photographs of USPHL action.

     The Fort Wayne Spacemen are currently in 1st place in the USPHL Midwest Division standings with 49 points, and an overall record of 23-8-2-1 (2 overtime losses, and 1 shootout loss).  The Motor City Gamblers are currently in 6th place in the USPHL Midwest Division standings with 15 points, and an overall record of 7-26-0-1 (1 shootout loss).  

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On Friday, December 13th, the Fort Wayne Spacemen defeated the Motor City Gamblers 6-1.

Both teams compete in the Premier Division of the USPHL.

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

The Fort Wayne Spacemen are currently in 1st place in the USPHL Midwest Division standings.

The Motor City Gamblers are currently in 6th place in the USPHL Midwest Division standings. 

 

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                                                                           Game Notes

-  Jason McCrimmon is the Head Coach of the Motor City Gamblers.

-  Carter Bednarz is an Assistant Coach for the Motor City Gamblers.

-  James Ryerse is an Assistant Coach for the Motor City Gamblers. 

-  Kaleigh Schrock is the Head Coach of the Fort Wayne Spacemen.

-  The Fort Wayne Spacemen have players from Belarus, Canada, Italy, New Zealand, Russia, Sweden, Ukraine, and the United States.  

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

For more information about the Fort Wayne Spacemen click on  https://www.fwspacemen.com 

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

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Hat Tricks 3-2 Rockers

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     On Saturday, December 7th, the Danbury Hat Tricks defeated the Motor City Rockers 3-2.  Both teams compete in the Empire Division of the FPHL (Federal Prospects Hockey League).  The Motor City Rockers play their home games at Big Boy Arena located at 34400 Utica Road, in Fraser, Michigan.  Scroll down to see exclusive photographs of professional hockey in Fraser. 

     The Danbury Hat Tricks are currently in 4th place in the FPHL Empire Division standings with 43 points, and an overall record of 13-10-6 (6 overtime losses).  The Motor City Rockers are currently in 5th place in the FPHL Empire Division standings with 34 points, and an overall record of 12-16-2 (2 overtime losses).  There are seven teams competing in the FPHL Empire Division, and seven teams competing in the FPHL Continental Division. 

     On Friday, January 24th, the Motor City Rockers announced that Ken Andrews is the new owner of the team. The Rockers stated that Nick Field will oversee all player transactions, and roster management.  The Rockers also made note that there will be no changes to the team's branding, colors, or logos.  The full press release can be seen on the FPHL website.

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On Saturday, December 7th, the Danbury Hat Tricks defeated the Motor City Rockers 3-2.

Both teams compete in the Empire Division of the FPHL.

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

The Danbury Hat Tricks are currently in 4th place in the FPHL Empire Division standings.

The Motor City Rockers are currently in 5th place in the FPHL Empire Division standings.

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                                                                                   Game Notes 

-  The Binghamton Black Bears won the 2024 Commissioner's Cup (FPHL Championship).

-  The Binghamton Black Bears are currently in 1st place in the FPHL Empire Division with 77 points, and an overall record of 27-4-1 (1 overtime loss).

-  The Carolina Thunderbirds are currently in 1st place in the FPHL Continental Division with 58 points, and an overall record of 19-7-3 (overtime loss).  

-  The Motor City Rockers host the Monroe Moccasins (Louisiana) next Friday at 7:35 p.m.

-  The Motor City Rockers host the Monroe Moccasins next Saturday at 7:05 p.m.

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

For more information about the Danbury Hat Tricks click on  https://www.danburyhattricks.com  

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

For more information about Big Boy Arena click on  https://www.bigboyarena.com  

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Gamblers 2-1 MJDP

 

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     On Wednesday, January 24th, the Motor City Gamblers defeated the MJDP (Metro Jets Development Program) 2-1 in a shootout.  Both teams compete in the Premier Division of the USPHL (United States Premier Hockey League).  Wednesday's game was played at Big Boy Arena located at 34400 Utica Road, in Fraser, Michigan.  Scroll down to see exclusive photographs of USPHL action.

      MJDP Defenseman #4 Josh Boze scored the first goal of the game midway into the 2nd period.  Motor City Gamblers Center #71 Preston Stenzel tied the game about four minutes later.  Gamblers Center #8 Shaun Zatelli scored the game winning goal in the shootout.  The Motor City Gamblers outshot the Metro Jets Development Program 29-25.  

     MJDP is currently in 1st place in the USPHL Midwest East Division standings with 50 points, and an overall record of 23-5-0-4 (0 overtime losses, and 4 shootout losses).  The Motor City Gamblers are currently in 4th place in the USPHL Midwest East Division standings with 35 points, and an overall record of 16-14-1-2 (1 overtime loss, and 2 shootout losses). 

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On Wednesday, January 24th, the Motor City Gamblers defeated the MJDP 2-1 in a shootout.

Both teams compete in the Premier Division of the USPHL (United States Premier Hockey League).

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

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                                                                               Game Notes 

-  Justin Quenneville is the Head Coach and General Manager of the Metro Jets Development Program.

-  Jason McCrimmon is the Head Coach of the Motor City Gamblers.  

-  Chase Crawshaw is the General Manager of the Motor City Gamblers. 

-  The Mitten State Sports Report posted "Gamblers 3-0 Cougars" on 12/12/2022. 

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

For more information about the MJDP click on  https://www.metrojetshockey.com

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

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Prowlers 6-3 Rockers

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     On Saturday, December 31st, the Port Huron Prowlers defeated the Motor City Rockers 6-3.  Saturday's game was played at Big Boy Arena located at 34400 Utica Road, in Fraser, Michigan.  Both teams compete against each other in the FPHL (Federal Prospects Hockey League) The Rockers were able to earn a 5-4 victory over the Prowlers on Friday night in Port Huron.

     The Port Huron Prowlers are currently in 2nd place in the FPHL Continental Division standings with 44 points, and an overall record of 14-10-3 (3 overtime losses).  The Motor City Rockers are currently in 3rd place in the FPHL Continental Division standings with 43 pints, and an overall record of 14-7-3 (3 overtime losses).  Scroll down to see exclusive photographs of Saturday's FPHL hockey game in Fraser. 

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On Saturday, December 31st, the Port Huron Prowlers defeated the Motor City Rockers 6-3.

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

Both teams compete in the FPHL (Federal Prospects Hockey League).

The Port Huron Prowlers currently have an overall record of 14-10-3 (3 overtime losses).

The Motor City Rockers currently have an overall record of 14-7-3 (3 overtime losses).

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                                                                                      Game Notes  

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

-  Matt Graham is the Head Coach of the Port Huron Prowlers.  Graham is also the General Manager, and a player.

-  The Port Huron Prowlers play their home games at McMorran Arena located at 701 McMorran Blvd, in Port Huron, Michigan.

-  The FPHL was formerly known as the FHL (Federal Hockey League).  The change was made at the end of the 2017-2018 season.  

-  Port Huron won the 2016 Commissioner's Cup (FHL Championship).

-  The Mitten State Sports Report posted "Rockers 6-4 Thunder" on 12/4/2022.

For more information about the Port Huron Prowlers click on  https://www.phprowlers.com 

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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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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                                                                                           Game Notes  

-  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.  

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 

For more information about the Detroit Red Wings click on  https://www.nhl.com/redwings 

For NHL stats, and standings click on  https://www.nhl.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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                                                                                      Game Notes 

-  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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