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A little something for now and the Lethbridge Hurricanes are hoping for a whole lot more down the road. This month the Western Hockey League Bantam Draft took place and for the third straight year, the ‘Canes had another high pick. Another season missing the playoffs meant the locals were lottery bound once again, coming away with the fourth overall pick. However, as significant as that selection is, the Hurricanes made even bigger news, acquiring one of the Dub’s best netminders—Ty Rimmer from Tri-City. In exchange for a pair of future draft picks (2nd rounder in 2013, 3rd rounder in ’14) the squad picks up an established, highly productive puck-stopper. The Edmonton native earned an all-star selection and was a runner-up for the goalie of ... Continue reading →

As we say goodbye to 2011, and welcome 2012, we also welcome another new year in sport. 2011 gave us plenty of great moments and I am looking forward to 366 new days of athletic excellence. Here are some of my hopes for the upcoming year in sport. SOUTHERN ALBERTA GIVES THESE LETHBRIDGE HURRICANES A CHANCE After an unimaginably woeful start to the 2011-12 WHL season, the Lethbridge Hurricanes have turned things around. However, this club still may finish near the bottom of the Eastern Conference Standings. Does this mean the ‘Canes are worth writing off? Not in the least. While the trade deadline may see the team move out some veterans, bolstering its chances for the future; there is a lot to like about ... Continue reading →