JOHNSTOWN, PA– In a midweek, one-off game, the Maryland Black Bears made their last trip of the regular season to Western PA to take on Johnstown. While Maryland had a very late push, they could not overcome a rough first 40 minutes and drop the Wednesday game 4-3. File Photo: Jon Pitonzo/ FOHS Media FactionContinueContinue reading “Despite Late Push, Black Bears Drop 4-3 Decision to Johnstown”
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Black Bears Back On Top After Weekend Sweep of Maine
ODENTON, MD– Coming off a much deserved break for the holidays, the Maryland Black Bears took to home ice to welcome both the 2024 calendar year and the Maine Nordiques in a battle of the top teams in the East Division. Despite a few hiccups, the Black Bears came back rested and with a purposeContinueContinue reading “Black Bears Back On Top After Weekend Sweep of Maine”
Black Bears Weekend Preview 11/10-11/23
Photo: Jon Pitonzo/FOHS Media Faction ABOUT LAST WEEK: The Black Bears welcomed the Rochester Jr. Americans in a spirited match-up that the Black Bears were able to sweep thanks to a win on Friday and shootout win on Saturday. Both Colin Ronan and Owen Lepak notched wins on the weekend, while Adam Schankula registered threeContinueContinue reading “Black Bears Weekend Preview 11/10-11/23”
Skoog Signs AHL Deal; Becomes First Black Bears Alum to Sign North American Deal
In a record breaking season, the Maryland Black Bears can add another milestone to their season and franchise with their first alumni signing a pro contract in North America. Wilmer Skoog (2019-20) signed a one-year AHL deal with the Florida Panthers and will play with the Charlotte Checkers of the AHL for the 2023-24 season. ContinueContinue reading “Skoog Signs AHL Deal; Becomes First Black Bears Alum to Sign North American Deal”
Black Bears Split With Danbury Heading Into Playoffs
ODENTON, MD– After last weekend’s idle week, the Black Bears came back to the ice for their final regular season match-up knowing they were the first seed in the East and knowing who they’d take on in the first round. With that, the Black Bears rested some of their players on the weekend as theyContinueContinue reading “Black Bears Split With Danbury Heading Into Playoffs”
Welcome the Defending the Den Podcast
Coming this 2022-23 season, PodcastMonsters.com and Chesapeake Hockey Week will welcome the Defending The Den Podcast. This latest podcast will follow the Maryland Black Bears and the ins-and-outs of their season. While it used to be a big part of the Chesapeake Hockey Week, I felt it was time for a change. The Black BearsContinueContinue reading “Welcome the Defending the Den Podcast”
Ottawa Picks Two Maryland-Born Talents in NHL Draft
The 2022 NHL Draft has come and gone and the Ottawa Senators should be the talk of the Old Line State, as they chose two Maryland products during the draft. Stephen Halliday (Glenwood) and Cameron O’Neill (Odenton) were both selected on day two of the Draft after both had very impactful seasons in 2021-22. PhotoContinueContinue reading “Ottawa Picks Two Maryland-Born Talents in NHL Draft”
Black Bears Split Weekend to End Marathon Week
ODENTON, MD– In finishing their five games in eight days stretch, the Maryland Black Bears welcomed their rival from Western PA, the Johnstown Tomahawks, to The Den. These games were not without their drama, including a heartbreaker on Saturday night– but allowing the Black Bears to chalk up three out of a possible four pointsContinueContinue reading “Black Bears Split Weekend to End Marathon Week”
In Battle of the East’s Best, Maryland Takes Three of Four Points
ODENTON, MD– Getting back from holiday break, the Maryland Black Bears didn’t wait to get into it, as they took on the top team in the East in the New Jersey Titans. With some highlight reel goals along the way and solid blocks defensively, the Black Bears were able to take three of four pointsContinueContinue reading “In Battle of the East’s Best, Maryland Takes Three of Four Points”
Black Bears Salvage Split Against Danbury
ODENTON, MD– Coming off an off weekend, the Maryland Black Bears got some relief with the return of Aden Bruich, Vlad Polegoshko, and Philip Törnqvist to the line-up this weekend. While Friday night was a rough affair with no luck going Maryland’s way, a dominant Saturday performance allowed the Black Bears to come out ofContinueContinue reading “Black Bears Salvage Split Against Danbury”
Clutch And Crab Hockey 