As we are starting to turn the page to September, that means hockey season is just about here. And here at Clutch and Crab Hockey, we’re ready to go. So here’s some news and notes to start things going. First off, I’m coming home. Yup, I am moving back to Maryland at the end ofContinue reading "Looking at the 2023-24 Seasons"
Black Bears Pick Eight in NAHL Draft
ODENTON, MD– With the long run in the playoffs, the Maryland Black Bears were already embracing the short offseason with the NAHL Draft taking place Wednesday. Even with 13 tender contracts signed during the 2022-23 season, the Black Bears still had some space for incoming players and took full advantage of the spots left over. Continue reading "Black Bears Pick Eight in NAHL Draft"
Maryland Black Bears 2022-23 Season in Review: My Three Wishes for 2023-24
It’s my yearly wishlist for the upcoming season, but it was hard to come up with many things after a Robertson Cup appearance that’s not “Win the whole thing.” But to get to where you’re going, you’ve got to look where you’ve been. While this past season was a great marker, it does leave moreContinue reading "Maryland Black Bears 2022-23 Season in Review: My Three Wishes for 2023-24"
2022-23 Season in Review: Fare Thee Well, Overagers
It goes along with the junior hockey territory, but it doesn’t make it much easier. Whether it was for a long time for a single-season, saying farewell to the players graduating from junior hockey is always a tough task. The over-age players from this year are a mixed bag from players who have been inContinue reading "2022-23 Season in Review: Fare Thee Well, Overagers"
Maryland Black Bears 2022-23 Season in Review: One For the Record Books
In the fifth season for the Maryland Black Bears, there was plenty to strive for. Just missing out on the 2022 Playoffs left a bit of a chip on the shoulders of the team and a hunger to get back to the playoffs and make some history. Mission: Accomplished. Photo: Jon Pitonzo/FOHS Media Faction TheContinue reading "Maryland Black Bears 2022-23 Season in Review: One For the Record Books"
Black Bears Robertson Cup Bid Ends, Drop Series to Austin
BLAINE, MN– The culmination of the 2022-23 NAHL Season took place this past week in Blaine, Minnesota at Fogerty Arena where the four playoff division winners took to the ice to battle for the Robertson Cup. The Maryland Black Bears, winners of the East Division, took on the Austin Bruins, winners of the Central Division.Continue reading "Black Bears Robertson Cup Bid Ends, Drop Series to Austin"
Black Bears Take East Division With Split in Maine
LEWISTON, ME– After a sweep at home, the Black Bears headed on the road to try and win the East Division against Maine. Knowing it wouldn’t come easy, the Black Bears used the momentum from their third period Friday into Saturday to split the weekend, but win the East Division Final three games to oneContinue reading "Black Bears Take East Division With Split in Maine"
Black Bears Take 2-0 Series Lead After Home Weekend Sweep
ODENTON, MD– A rematch of the 2021 East Division Final started with a different look. The Maryland Black Bears held home-ice and were welcoming the Maine Nordiques for the first two games of the series. After a shaky start, the Black Bears finally got into their zone and swept their home start and are upContinue reading "Black Bears Take 2-0 Series Lead After Home Weekend Sweep"
Black Bears Sweep Northeast, Head to East Final
ATTLEBORO, MA– After taking two at home, the Maryland Black Bears headed up to Attleboro to take on the Northeast Generals in need of only one win to get back to the East Division Final. While Northeast made a big push back towards Maryland, the Black Bears got the job done and won 3-1 toContinue reading "Black Bears Sweep Northeast, Head to East Final"
Black Bears Take First Two Games of Eastern Semis
ODENTON, MD– Heading into the franchise’s second playoff appearance, the Maryland Black Bears looked to get things started on home ice in a big way. Friday night proved that, but Saturday night was a little tougher. Regardless of the situation, the Black Bears shone through and swept both games in Maryland, looking to close outContinue reading "Black Bears Take First Two Games of Eastern Semis"
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