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>Jones Scores Goal, Preds Drop Rookie Game
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Per Nashville Predators Official Website:
“Mike Sanotrelli picked up a goal and an assist and Ryan Jones netted a goal as the Predators rookies rallied from one-goal down on two occasions, before eventually dropping a 3-2 shootout decision in Monday night’s rookie game against the Atlanta Thrashers at the Sommet Center.”
Great for Jonesy!
UPDATE:
The Predators, today, found themselves in the “W” column of game two of the rookie series against the Thrashers. Sounds like Ryan Jones had another solid day.
The standout line of Mike Santorelli paired with Andreas Thuresson and Ryan Jones would combine for the lone five-on-five goal of the game with 2:50 expired in the middle frame. Santorelli’s second goal is as many days came on a rebound attempt – he slammed an initial stuff attempt home by Jones.
Jones therefore gets credit for the assist! One goal and one assist for ol’ number 26 (now 28) in two games against Atlanta.
>Zatkoff Update
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Jeff Zatkoff saw his first NHL preseason action last night, as the Kings traveled to Kansas City to take on the St. Louis Blues.
Zatkoff reportedly played a decent game, but allowed one goal, to veteran Paul Kariya.
Also, letsgokings.com has a nice interview with Kings goaltending coach Bill Ranford who had a few things to say about JZ:
Ranford on Zatkoff and the tandem he shared at Miami of Ohio vs. Bernier who played as a starter at Lewiston:
I think the best way to explain that we had two individuals. We had Jeff Zatkoff and Jonathan Bernier; one playing junior as a starter and one flip-flopping in Miami. Over a two-year process, Zatkoff might get maybe 50 starts and then Bernier would probably get close to 100 to 120 starts. As far as a development process, we were concerned. We talked with the school and they felt strongly that Jeff would move into the No. 1 role. He was handed that role last year and it was a real learning experience for him being able to play the bulk of the load. I think he grew as a goalie. The way you grow as a goalie is by playing games.
Ranford on Zatkoff’s continued development if he finds himself in a tandem for the net in Manchester:
There’s going to be a four-way battle for it. You never know; injuries come into play. You never know what’s going to happen after the two spots are taken here in L.A. It’s going to be a four-way battle down in Manchester until we decide which way the guys go. So right now the way our organization works, we’ve got two guys here in L.A. There’s going to be two guys battling in Manchester; and then probably one guy in Ontario down the road here, and one in Reading. Our hope is that it’s a good goalie battle right to the bitter end and they make it tough for us to make a decision on who goes where.
On a side note, I just realized something with Zats’ mask. Yes, it’s a Manchester paint job, but it’s very similar to the design he wore as a RedHawk. Look below and note the large white space in the middle between each logo:
>Monday’s NHL Training Camp Notes
>Los Angeles Kings:
Split squad game in Kansas City vs. St. Louis tonight. Jeff Zatkoff and Alec Martinez will both dress for tonight’s game.
Nasvhille Predators:
Brandon Felder over at HockeyBuzz has some great Predators news & notes and some great observations on Ryan Jones: (Thanks to Bill for the heads up)
“Ryan Jones is very good with the puck in tight around the goalie. He scored a couple times on the drill in which the forward comes out from behind the net and shoots near side.
Felder’s Friday Fantastic Five:
3. Ryan Jones – A pretty significant difference in Jones play today. I would have to say that Jones game translates much better 5 on 5 than it does in drills like yesterday. Jones took a pass from Mike Ryan, who had to dig the puck out from the corner, and set up Weber for a real nice goal. Also, Jones showed a real drive and played physical when needed. One of his hits even took out two Silver squad players at one time…
Ryan Jones on his first impressions of Predators camp:
“Well it’s a little different. It’s my first camp so I didn’t really have anything to base it off of. I came in early to skate with the guys and this is obviously a step up from that, the games will be a step up from this and then regular season games will be a step up from that so it’s a lot faster, the guys move the puck quicker, so basically I’m just trying to stay with my game and not really step away from it too much.”
Jones on his style of play :
“I’m a power forward player so I play a puck possession game, try to grind it out down low, look for guys open out front, and I just try to get to the front of the net, get in front of the goalie and clean up the garbage.”
Preds head coach Barry Trotz on Ryan Jones:
“Sometimes you just watch practice and Jonesy in practice blends in. But when you put 5 opponents on the ice and the game starts he always seems to be around the puck and the net. He made a real good play on that goal. That’s part of our game. It was textbook. Get on the forecheck, separate someone, get a loose puck with quick support and activate people from the backend and that’s how they score so it was sort of the textbook Predator game right there.”
>Musitelli In Camp
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Nino Mustielli has received an invite to the Wilkes-Barrre Scranton Penguins training camp, on a tryout basis. As you know, Nino signed on to play for the ECHL’s Dayton Bombers this season.
You can view the WB/Scranton camp roster by clicking here.
(Thanks to Andrew for the heads up)
>Ganzak Cut by Senators
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Former RedHawk defenseman Mitch Ganzak has been cut…meaning, he was assigned to the Ottawa Senators AHL affiliate, the Binghamton Senators training camp, which begins on Sept. 22.
Are you surprised by this move? Do you think the Sens gave Mitch a fair look?
>Updated: Miami Alumni In Training Camps
>As training camps begin to open for many leagues, here is a running list of former RedHawks who’ll be involved. Obviously, some of the names won’t be a shock, as there are a few “established NHL-ers” here. If you find a name I’ve missed, please contact me.
Binghamton Senators:
Mitch Ganzak, Defenseman
(Link to Official Release)
Chicago Blackhawks:
41- Nathan Davis, Center
(Blackhawks Team A Camp Roster)
17- Kevyn Adams, Center
**Adams was a free agent invitee**
(Blackhawks Team C Camp Roster)
Los Angeles Kings:
53- Alec Martinez, Defenseman
36- Jeff Zatkoff, Goaltender
(Kings Training Camp Roster)
Montreal Canadiens:
98- Mike Glumac, Forward
(Canadiens Training Camp Roster)
Nashville Predators:
28- Ryan Jones, Left Wing
(Predators Training Camp Roster)
New Jersey Devils:
6- Andy Greene, Defenseman
San Jose Sharks:
22- Dan Boyle, Defenseman
(Sharks Training Camp Roster)
Toronto Maple Leafs:
*Joe Cooper, Forward
(Maple Leafs Rookie Training Camp Roster)
Wilkes Barre/Scranton Penguins:
Nino Musitelli, Forward
(WB/Scranton Training Camp Roster)
*Denotes rookie camp attendee
>Kings/Coyotes Rookie Series: Day 2
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Just a few notes here, from looking at the boxscore:
– Alec Martinez was a scratch, as he played last night.
– Jeff Zatkoff (pictured, in goal) started for LA, and gave up two goals, the first to Chad Kolarik on the powerplay and the other to Daine Todd.
(Photo credit to letsgokings.com)
>Kings/Coyotes Game Re-Cap
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Game Notes:– Jeff Zatkoff did not dress for LA tonight as he was a healthy scratch.
– Alec Martinez (pictured near top of crease) started on the top defensive pairing for LA and also worked on LA’s powerplay.
– Martinez looked very good in transition. Such a fluid skater. Played the body and held his defensive ground very well.
Other Thoughts:
– Kevin Porter and Chad Kolarik played on the same line for Phoenix and on the power play together. Their chemistry was frighteningly good, as it has been.
***Box Score***
Goals:
2- LA – Moller 1 (Simmons) 14:12
2- PHX – Johnson 1 (Perry, Motherwell) 14:42
3- LA – 57 Simmonds (Moller, Campbell) 5:13
Penalties:
1- PHX – 76 Perry – 2 min. holding – 8:16
1- PHX – 54 Billingsley – 2 min. hooking – 12:53
1- LA – 45 Bernier – 2 min. tripping – 15:19
1- PHX – 46 Brodeur – 5 min. fighting – 17:45
1- LA – 56 Clune – 5 min. fighting – 17:45
1- LA – 56 Clune – 2 min. instigating – 17:45
1- LA – 56 Clune – 10 min. misconduct – 17:45
2- LA – 80 Doughty – 2 min. tripping – 7:45
2- LA – 50 Holloway – 2 min. hooking – 12:05
2- LA – 60 Dravecky 2 min. hooking – 15:06
3- PHX – 46 Brodeur – 2 min. hooking – 9:01
3- LA – 80 Doughty – 2 min. holding – 11:37
Shots on Goal:
Phoenix: 38 (10-17-11)
Los Angeles: 27 (10-9-8)
Final: LA 2, Phoenix 1
>Catching Up With Andy Greene
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Great article at this link from the New Jersey Devils. They’ve done a “catching up” off season interview with Andy Greene. Here is a short preview:
“I’ve had a good summer. I’ve been working out and training hard with [Devils strength and conditioning coordinator] Mike Vasalani, and I’m feeling confident about the shape I’m in both mentally and physically. I’m hoping to use everything I’ve done this summer to go right into training camp and into the season ready to have a good year.”
Also, you can see some video of Andy “in-action” with the Devils below:
>Reminder: Kings/Coyotes Game Online Tonight
>Just as a reminder to those of you who almost forgot (myself), the LA Kings vs. Phoenix Coyotes rookie game will be broadcast online tonight at 9pm EST.
For those who are interested in the rosters for each team, here is the link.
Zatkoff will wear 36 and Martinez will wear 53 for the LA Kings.
You can visit either the Kings or the Coyotes website to watch the game broadcast.
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