Capitals players visit school Thursday

On Thursday the Washington Capitals will complete their 18th and final “Capitals Hockey School” visit. Details are below. (Via the Capitals) - Arlington, VA. (May 23, 2012) - Washington Capitals goaltender Braden Holtby, right wing Joel Ward and mascot Slapshot will visit Ronald H. Brown Middle School in Northeast Washington, D.C., at 1:45 p.m. on Thursday,… [Continue Reading...]

NHL’er bikes across Canada

The original captain of the Calgary Flames, Brad Marsh, is biking across Canada to raise awareness and support for the Boys and Girls club. The 90 day, 10,000 K, trek began April 25th in Vancouver and hopes to conclude on July 8th in St. John’s, Newfoundland. Marsh, drafted by the Atlanta Flames in 1978, played… [Continue Reading...]

Predators donate 350K locally

Since 1998, the Predators Foundation has donated over 3 million dollars in grants to area charities. This past Friday, Nashville did it again, donating $350,000 to area charities via 113 grants. “This record breaking donation is really a testament to the support and loyalty of our fans,” Nashville Predators President and Chief Operating Officer Sean… [Continue Reading...]

Wild “Jerseys Off Our Back” Night

Minnesota Wild fans have a unique opportunity to score a game worn jersey, as well as support the team’s charitable arm, the Minnesota Wild Foundation. From now until April 1, 2012 (8PM CST), fans can bid on the jerseys of Matt Cullen, Nate Prosser and Jared Spurgeon, which will be presented to the winners following… [Continue Reading...]

D. Clark highlighted at Everblades game

The Dave Clark Foundation has announced they will be highlighted tomorrow night (Friday, March 23rd) at the Florida Everblades professional ice hockey game at Germain Arena in Estero, Florida. 200 tickets have been made available to those with a disability to enjoy an evening with Dave Clark as their host.The highlights to the evening include:… [Continue Reading...]

Ryan O’Byrne Charity Camp

Growing up in a small town in Ohio, I played sports and, like many kids, dreamt of being a professional athlete playing a sport that I loved. Unlike many kids, I was lucky enough to be able to play pass with my father, shoot hoops with my brother, play street hockey with my cousin and… [Continue Reading...]

Flyers “Fan Appreciation Night” events

The Philadelphia Flyers announced Tuesday their plans for “Fan Appreciation Night”. The event is being held this Saturday. Details are below. (Via the Philadelphia Flyers) - Philadelphia, PA - The Philadelphia Flyers will give-a-way over $100,000 in prizes during “Fan Appreciation Night” at the Wells Fargo Center on Saturday, March 24, when they host the Montreal Canadiens, beginning at 7 p.m. “Fan Appreciation… [Continue Reading...]

Terriers Raise Autism Awareness

In life, sometimes it’s the little things that make the biggest difference. For me, it was the arrival of my son into this world. This little miracle from God not only brought about the biggest joy to my life, but also opened my eyes to something that is not so little, Autism. For Jack Parker, the… [Continue Reading...]

Conroy roasted, Flames raise 225K

The Calgary Flames are pros at making money off celebrity roasts. On March 7, 2012, over 500 people showed up to watch former player and current Special Assistant to the General Manager, Craig Conroy, get roasted. Conroy, who played in 1009 NHL games, was celebrated and roasted by Rhett Warrener, former teammate Derek Armstrong, as… [Continue Reading...]

Canucks to host kids fund telethon

‘The Vancouver Canucks will host the 22nd annual “Canucks for Kids Fund” telethon on Thursday, March 8th. Details are below. (Via the Vancouver Canucks) - VANCOUVER, B.C. – The Vancouver Canucks will hold their 22nd annual Canucks for Kids Fund Telethon, presented by Chevrolet, on Thursday, March 8th at Rogers Arena with all proceeds supporting the Canucks for… [Continue Reading...]