Dogs 5 Eagles 4 in double OT

What a wild game as the Dogs beat the Eagles on a highlight reel winner by David Dziurzynski as he walked to the net and beat three Eagles and then Vinny Lessard on the rebound.

Surrey lead 1-0 after one but the Dogs were a much different team in the second period tying it up just 13 seconds in as Warren Muir banged in his own rebound off a great pass from Sam Mitchell. It was 2-1 Dogs when Johnny Rogic put the carom off the end boards past Lessard off a Luke Fenske one-timer set up by Ryan Corbiell.

The game would get a little crazy with penalties after this point. During a 4 on 4 situation Erik Cooper tipped a point shot home for his first goal to tie the game at 2-2. The Eagles then went to a 5 on 3. When one of the penalties was up Warren Muir jumped out of the box to get in on a breakaway that was stopped by Lessard. Muir would get his rebound and come out front only to be stopped again by Lessard. When the whistle blew Muir was awarded a penalty shot which caught me by surprise. Lessard would again come up with the save to keep the game at 2-2. The Eagles would go up 3-2 on an Andrew Wallace power play goal, with Mitch MacMillan being ejected from the game on a check from behind as the Dogs lost the leagues leading goal scorer for the remainder of the game. After another 5 on 3 kill the Dogs ended the period on the power play, where Kevin Ross put a slapper from the right point past Lessard for a 3-3 tie after two.

The Dogs would get a 5 on 3 of their own in the third, but they couldn't connect on it. On the 5 on 4 Warren Muir got his second of the game to make it 4-3, somehow fighting the puck to the net and beating Lessard on a great hard working goal. Jamus Lane would tie it shortly afterwards as it was 4-4 with eight minutes to play.

Penalties were again a problem for both teams, with each club getting a chance to go ahead on the man advantage. Both penalty kills would hold the score at even. Then, with 2:22 to play Tyler Morley was given four minutes for kneeing for a hit on Mark MacMillan. The Eagles penalty kill would come up big with Lessard making some big stops and the Eagles doing a good job of getting in shooting lanes. The Dogs came as close as a Kevin Ross shot off the post, and another puck at the side of the net that went in but it was ruled no goal as the net was dislodged.

The game would end on a beauty as previously mentioned by big Dave Dziurzynski.

You might be able to see the video if you are on facebook, by clicking this link to the Alberni Valley Bulldogs Group!

What a game, what a crowd! Go Dogs!


Hammer

Mitch MacMillan commits to Northeastern

Huge news from the Dogs as Mitch MacMillan has committed to Northeastern University. Congrats Mitch, well deserved!

Now - keep it going!

Press Release November 7th 2009

The Alberni Valley Bulldogs announce 89 F Mitch MacMillan has committed to Northeastern University in the fall of 2010.

The 20 year old forward from Penticton, British Columbia is having an outstanding start to this years BCHL season, currently leading all BCHL players in goal-scoring with 19 goals in 20 games.


“Mitch is a quality person, who has worked extremely hard for this opportunity, I am proud to see Mitch accomplish his goal of attaining an NCAA Division I scholarship” comments Bulldogs GM/Head Coach Nolan Graham.

Founded in 1898, Northeastern University is a private research university located in the heart of Boston, MA. Northeastern is recognized as an excellent academic and athletic institution.

The Northeastern Huskies hockey team competes in Hockey East, the nation's premier league. Over the last 16 seasons, Hockey East has cemented itself as the nation's most elite league, having earned 25 of the 64 berths in the NCAA Frozen Four championship tournament and boasting six NCAA title winners.

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Video, Newspaper coverage - Dogs over Grizzlies....Dogs host Eagles tonight

Now, from the Times Colonist Newspaper, written by Sharie Epp - click to read

"Surging Bulldogs nip Grizzlies"


The Dogs are back at it tonight when the Coastal Conference leading Surrey Eagles are at the Pound.

Our pregame show kicks off at 6:45 with the play-by-play to follow at 7:00

You may remember how the only other meeting of the season at the Dog Pound between these teams ended....



The Dogs hope it's not as interesting tonight. But don't expect the Eagles to be an easy foe at the end of a roadtrip. They have won three in a row, and they'll be out for payback after the Dogs beat them 3-0 in Surrey last Friday.

The Eagles are playing their third game in three days after wins last night in Duncan (4-3), and Thursday night in Powell River 4-1. After the loss to the Dogs last Friday, they hit the road on Sunday and beat Merritt to start their current roll of three straight wins.

Tonight's first intermission guest is Bulldog forward Jesse Halikas. Our second intermission guest is Cowichan Valley Capitals play-by-play voice Alf Orton.

I'm fired up to be back at the Pound for the first time in a while!

See you at the rink...and get that opening face off standing ovation going! Tell a friend, tell a neighbor.

Hammer

Dogs 4, Grizzlies 2

A great start by the Dogs wins this one, as they jump out to a 3-0 lead on goals from Warren Muir, Kevin Ross, and Jesse Halikas. The Grizzlies made it 3-1 before the period was out.

There was no scoring in the second period, and no scoring through the first half of the third before Johnny Rogic iced it with a shorthanded goal with nine minutes to play. The Grizzlies made a game of it at 4-2 with five minutes to play but that would be as close as they would get.

Final score 4-2 Dogs, final shots 35-29 Dogs. Frank Slubowski gets the win Richie Virtanen gets the loss. Colin Fernandez was great in relief after Virtanen gave up the first three.

Next up, the Surrey Eagles Saturday at the Pound.

Hammer

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Game day chat - Dogs @ Grizzlies, plus - random pictures and videos from the road..

The jumbotron in Langley

The hallway in Surrey
Replay of the first Mitch MacMillan goal on the jumbotron...or what they caught of it.

ITS GAMEDAY! Dogs @ Grizzlies, Sam Mitchell article, Grizzlies article, CHRIS MOULSON INTERVIEW

It's game day again as the Dogs visit the Grizzlies tonight at the Bear Mountain Arena.

The Grizzlies last played a week ago tonight. They were supposed to play Saturday at home against the Clippers but that game of course was postponed as the Grizzlies were ill.

For an update from the Victoria side of the puck, check out the link below for a story from the Victoria Times Colonist by Sharie Epp

"Healthy Grizzlies now target Bulldogs"

From the Bulldogs side of the puck - this isn't a preview article on their weekend action (I wish we got those locally), but it's still a cool profile on Sam Mitchell from the Alberni Valley Times.

"From Osoyoos to Port Alberni, Sushi eater Captains Bulldogs"

Thanks as always to Danno for the updates.


Here's a look at the Bear Mountain Arena, the site of tonight's game.



Catch the pregame show tonight at 7:00, with the puck dropping at 7:15 on 93.3 The Peak FM or our website www.933thepeak.com

I wouldn't be at all surprised if Victoria might be the only team in the entire CJHL that starts games at quarter past the hour. Anyone up for a research project?

Tonight's second intermission feature guest is former Bulldog, now a member of the Cornell Big Red - Chris Moulson. A great chat, be sure to check it out.



Hammer

Suspension handed down in Ben Fanelli hit...

If you haven't seen the hit yet - watch the video below. A caution - it's not for the squeamish.



The suspension has come down from OHL Commissioner David Branch. And it's a big one for Michael Liambas. The remainder of the regular season and any playoff games Erie qualifies for.

Your thoughts?

Read the full story on the suspension with comments from David Branch by clicking the below link.

"OHL suspends Otters forward for entire season"

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Holy smokes is it really 100 days until the Olympics?

Do you love them, hate them, or are you undecided? I respect and see the opinions on both sides of the coin.

But I love 'em.

I'm not telling YOU to love them. I just said two lines up I respect and see the opinions on both sides. So hate 'em if you want to. No one is stopping you.

I love BC and Vancouver being exhibited to the world. I love the biggest sports show in the world being here and being able to feel a part of it. I STILL remember Calgary in 88. And I was EIGHT years old.

I'll make a little guess, a little assumption that I'll never be able to prove or really know if I'm right or wrong. I bet that when the games come and the stories and excitement happens, many people on the hate 'em side won't be able to fight getting caught up in them.

I liken it to all the people that voted down the Alberni Valley Multiplex the first couple of times around. Granted it was before I was here in Port Alberni but believe me I've heard about it. I've heard about it because all of the YES people and the proponents of it tell me how so many of the NO people and people who were against it - are now season ticket holders. People who come to Bulldog games, who use the facility in some way shape or form, who come and watch their children and grandchildren play. And I've heard from lots of NO people as well who say they are now on for the ride and love the facility and everything it's done for the community, even if they couldn't see it before it was there in front of them and people were fighting tooth and nail to build the thing.

Here's hoping the Olympics will provide a positive ending that outweighs the negatives and maybe what should have been done and shouldn't have been done and what was wrong and etc etc etc.

Here's an interesting read about it from the CTV Olympics website.

Click to read "100 days until the real Olympic stories unfold"



Thats it for now.


Hammer

Premier orders probe after Calgary Flames score flu shots while public waits

Another one sent to me today by The Hockey News.

Your thoughts?


Hammer

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Phil Kessel set to make debut with Toronto Maple Leafs against Tampa

Start planning the parade...

Hammer

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Angel's Surprise Auction TONIGHT!

Yes, TONIGHT is Angel's Auction - To read more click the below link that will take you to an article by Heather Thompson in the Alberni Valley Times

"Angel has a surprise for everyone this Tuesday"


They still need some help today - scroll down to yesterdays post to read and get the phone number if you can help!

Hammer

Alberni @ Burnaby Video Highlights, Angel needs help tomorrow!

Here's a quick note, but a very important one from Cheryl Magnussen!

Hey Evan and Jolie,

Can you please put the ‘call out’ for volunteers for Angel’s Surprise Auction on Tuesday November 3^rd. We are in need of a strong set-up crew to magically appear at 5pm and to stay afterwards to assist with clean up. We also need one or two pick up trucks to transport risers for the stage. Anyone wanting to volunteer can call us at 250-724-7233

Thanks, Cheryl and Angel