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PHPA Announces Partnership with Fitness Depot

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 16:29:00 EST

The Professional Hockey Players’ Association (PHPA) is pleased to announce a new partnership with Fitness Depot, the largest retailer of specialty exercise and fitness equipment in Canada. As part of the partnership, Fitness Depot will offer discounted pricing to all PHPA Members and their families.

PHPA Announces Executive Committee for 2008-09

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 09:00:00 EST

The Professional Hockey Players’ Association (PHPA) is pleased to announce its elected Executive Committee for the 2008-09 season.

Messier Honoured at PHPA Annual Meeting

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 08:45:00 EST

Doug Messier was honoured at the Professional Hockey Players’Association’s Annual Meeting of Player Representatives, Saturday, June 14, 2008, as the inaugural recipient of the Curt Leichner Distinguished Member Award.

Colorado Eagles' Borsheim in Critical Condition After Motorcycle Crash

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 11:18:00 EST

Les Borsheim , a defender and forward for the Colorado Eagles hockey team, was in critical condition at North Colorado Medical Center in Greeley after his motorcycle crashed in rural Weld County.

ECHL Mourns Loss Of Former Team Executive Milne

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 09:53:00 EST

The ECHL and its member teams mourn the loss and express their condolences to the family and friends of Frank Milne, who passed away suddenly on Friday. He was 74 years old.

Chicago Wolves Reclaim Calder Cup

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 13:13:00 EST

Jason Krog’s four-point night included his second hat trick of the postseason and propelled the Chicago Wolves to the American Hockey League’s 2008 Calder Cup championship with a 5-2 win over the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins before 9,808 fans at Allstate Arena on Tuesday night.

Cincinnati Cyclones Capture Kelly Cup

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 13:20:00 EST

The Cincinnati Cyclones won the ECHL Kelly Cup Championship on Thursday with a 3-1 win over the Las Vegas Wranglers before 12,722 fans, the largest crowd in the 20-year history of the Premier ‘AA’ Hockey League.

PHPA Member, Luc Bourdon, Killed in Motorcycle Crash

Thu, 29 May 2008 15:59:00 EST

Vancouver Canucks and Manitoba Moose defenseman Luc Bourdon has been killed in a motorcycle accident in northern New Brunswick. He was 21.

4th Annual Captain's Club Game-Worn Jerseys Auction Now On

Sat, 17 May 2008 14:56:00 EST

Game-worn jerseys from the Captain of each of the 25 teams in the ECHL are now being auctioned online at PHPA.com and ECHL.com, via eBay, until 9 p.m. ET on Sunday May 25th.

4th Annual Captain's Club Jersey Auction Dates Set

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 16:12:00 EST

Game-worn jerseys from the Captain of each of the 25 teams in the ECHL are being auctioned online at PHPA.com and ECHL.com, via eBay, beginning at 6 p.m. ET on Friday May 16th, until 9 p.m. ET on Sunday May 25th.

PHPA Becomes Collective Bargaining Unit for CHL Players

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 22:51:00 EST

The Professional Hockey Players’ Association (PHPA) is pleased to announce the certification of the PHPA as the recognized collective bargaining unit for Central Hockey League (CHL) players.

ECHL Teams Raise $575,000 For Cancer Charities

Sat, 29 Mar 2008 09:52:00 EST

The ECHL announced that its teams have combined to raise more than $575,000 for cancer awareness and prevention in 2007-08.

Doug Messier Named Inaugural Winner of the Curt Leichner Distinguished Member Award

Tue, 04 Mar 2008 12:05:00 EST

The Professional Hockey Players’ Association is pleased to announce that Doug Messier has been named the first recipient of the Curt Leichner Distinguished Member Award. The award, named after former PHPA Executive Director, Curt Leichner, will be presented annually to a member of the hockey community who has made significant contributions towards the advancement of professional minor league hockey, and has continued to diligently serve the sport.

PHPA Selling Remaining Game-Worn 2008 ECHL All-Star Jerseys

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 11:50:00 EST

The Professional Hockey Players’ Association will be selling the remaining game-worn jerseys from the recent 2008 Chase Chevrolet ECHL All-Star game, through PHPA.com/shop, beginning Thursday March 6th at 12:00pm.

PHPA Files Formal Petition with NLRB to Represent CHL Players

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 16:59:00 EST

Today, the Professional Hockey Players’ Association filed a formal Petition for Certification with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) in Phoenix, AZ, in an effort to become the certified collective bargaining unit for Central Hockey League (CHL) players.

Down the Stretch Sale - Featuring Toronto Marlies Sets and New "Old" Product

Tue, 12 Feb 2008 13:58:00 EST

The Professional Hockey Players’ Association is hosting the “Down the Stretch” promotion, beginning March 17th until April 1st, where select trading card sets, including old sets that were not previously available through the PHPA, will be reduced in price, and the more sets purchased increases the likelihood of winning one of five limited edition 2007-08 Toronto Marlies sets.

PHPA Auctioning Complete Set of Game-Worn 2008 ECHL All-Star Jerseys

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 22:00:00 EST

The Professional Hockey Players’ Association will be auctioning a complete set of forty-one (41) game-worn jerseys from the recent 2008 Chase Chevrolet ECHL All-Star game, beginning Friday February 8th until Monday February 18th, with all proceeds benefiting the PHPA/ECHL Health and Welfare Trust fund.

"20 Years of the ECHL"

Tue, 01 Jan 2008 08:59:00 EST

The ECHL is accepting orders for “20 Years of the ECHL,” a comprehensive book by noted minor league hockey historian and author Jim Mancuso that is a “must read” for ECHL fans.

PHPA Announces Curt W. Leichner Distinguished Member Award

Tue, 04 Dec 2007 10:28:44 EST

The Professional Hockey Players’ Association is pleased to announce the creation of the Curt W. Leichner Distinguished Member Award, to be awarded annually to a member of the hockey community who has made significant contributions towards the advancement of professional minor league hockey, and has continued to diligently serve the sport.

PHPA Renews Custom House as Corporate Partner

Thu, 29 Nov 2007 12:39:12 EST

The PHPA is pleased to announce the renewal of its partnership agreement with Custom House Global Foreign Exchange, a service available to PHPA Members in need of currency exchange and international money transfers.

PHPA Announces Partnership with SportStar Relocation

Fri, 09 Nov 2007 15:55:46 EST

The Professional Hockey Players’ Association is pleased to announce a new partnership with SportStar Relocation, a company that specializes in assisting professional athletes with every aspect of relocating to another city, including the purchase of a new home, sale of an existing home, transportation of personal items including cars and complete entertainment systems, enrollment of children into new schools, among other more mundane tasks necessary for an efficient transition.

PHPA Featured in October 16th, 2007 Edition of The Hockey News

Thu, 11 Oct 2007 12:18:11 EST

The featured section looks back at the 40-year history of the PHPA, including how the Association was formed, and its evolution into the only minor league Players' Association within a major league sport.

Van der Gulik Captures InterContinental Hotels Group Ironman Award for AHL Members

Thu, 20 Sep 2007 15:52:47 EST

The Professional Hockey Players’ Association is pleased to announce that David Van der Gulik has been selected as the AHL recipient of the 2006-‘07 InterContinental Hotels Group Ironman Award.

O'Connell Captures InterContinental Hotels Group Ironman Award for ECHL Members

Thu, 20 Sep 2007 15:48:48 EST

The Professional Hockey Players’ Association is pleased to announce that Tim O’Connell of the Stockton Thunder has been selected as the ECHL recipient of the 2006-‘07 InterContinental Hotels Group Ironman Award.

PHPA Launches New Logos

Tue, 28 Aug 2007 00:00:00 EST

The Professional Hockey Players’ Association (PHPA) is pleased to announce the unveiling of its new primary, secondary, and 40th Anniversary logos today, in celebration of the Association’s 40th year in operation.

AHL, PHPA RATIFY NEW THREE-YEAR COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT

Thu, 05 Jul 2007 00:00:00 EST

The American Hockey League and the Professional Hockey Players' Association today announced the ratification of a new three-year Collective Bargaining Agreement.

AHL featured in EA's NHL 08

Tue, 12 Jun 2007 00:00:00 EST

The American Hockey League will be featured in the new NHL® 08 game from EA Sports, with all 29 teams from the primary development league for the NHL fully playable.

HAMILTON BULLDOGS CAPTURE 2007 CALDER CUP CHAMPIONSHIP

Fri, 08 Jun 2007 09:07:03 EST

HAMILTON, Ont. … Ajay Baines' shorthanded tiebreaking goal midway through the third period propelled the Hamilton Bulldogs to the American Hockey League's 2007 Calder Cup championship with a 2-1 win over the Hershey Bears at Copps Coliseum on Thursday night.

Idaho Wins Kelly Cup With 4-1 Victory

Thu, 31 May 2007 10:49:42 EST

DAYTON, Ohio – Steve Silverthorn made 33 saves and John Lammers scored two goals and had an assist to lead Idaho to the Kelly Cup Championship with a 4-1 win at Dayton in front of 3,023 fans at the Nutter Center on Thursday.

3rd Annual Captains' Club Game-Worn Jersey Auction Begins Wednesday

Mon, 28 May 2007 00:00:00 EST

Game-worn jerseys from the Captain of each of the 25 teams in the Premier ‘AA’ Hockey League will be auctioned online at ECHL.com, MeiGray.com and PHPA.com beginning at 6 p.m. ET on Wednesday and continuing until 9 p.m. ET on June 13.

PHPA Announces Executive Committee Appointments

Tue, 22 May 2007 00:00:00 EST

The Professional Hockey Players’ Association (PHPA) is pleased to announce the appointment of two (2) Player Representatives to the Association’s Executive Committee.

PHPA Announces Executive Committee Elections, Appointments

Tue, 22 May 2007 00:00:00 EST

The Professional Hockey Players’ Association (PHPA) is pleased to announce the election, and appointment of two (2) Player Representatives to the Association’s Executive Committee (AHL).

ECHL Mourns Loss Of Linesman Ryan Birmingham

Wed, 16 May 2007 09:50:47 EST

PRINCETON, N.J. – The ECHL and its member teams mourn the loss and express their condolences to the family and friends of ECHL linesman Ryan Birmingham, who was killed in a single-vehicle accident on Sunday while traveling from Chattanooga, Tenn. to Snellville, Ga.

2007 InterContinental Hotels Group Ironman Award Nominees Announced

Thu, 10 May 2007 00:00:00 EST

(St. Catharines, ON) Nominations for the InterContinental Hotels Group Ironman Award are in, and the field is packed with young talent and veteran leadership. The ICHG Ironman Award is presented annually to a Professional Hockey Players’ Association (PHPA) Member playing in the American Hockey League (AHL), and a Member playing in the ECHL, respectively, who has participated in each of his Club’s regular season games and has contributed both offensively and defensively throughout the 2006-2007 regular season.

ECHL adds Elmira for 2007-08

Mon, 16 Apr 2007 10:27:51 EST

PRINCETON, N.J. – The ECHL announced on Friday that the Board of Governors has unanimously approved the membership application of the Elmira Jackals for admission to the ECHL.

AMERICAN SPECIALTY/AHL MAN OF THE YEAR TEAM AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED

Tue, 03 Apr 2007 17:50:25 EST

The American Hockey League announced today the individual team winners of the American Specialty/AHL Man of the Year awards, given to one player from each AHL member team for his outstanding contributions to his local community and charitable organizations during the 2006-07 season.

Remarkable recovery measure of the man

Sat, 31 Mar 2007 00:00:00 EST

Some of it, oddly enough, reminds Garrett Burnett of his past life. He has a roommate in his cramped quarters at the rehab centre which is just like training camp. There is a sense of camaraderie with the other patients,

AHL adds Rockford, oils up Springfield

Mon, 19 Mar 2007 17:44:46 EST

The AHL announced today that the Rockford IceHogs (parent club Chicago Blackhawks) will join the League for the 2007-08 season, bringing the League to 29 teams.

AHL UNVEILS 2006-07 TOP PROSPECTS CARD SET

Wed, 28 Feb 2007 09:40:03 EST

The American Hockey League and the Professional Hockey Players’ Association today unveiled the 2006-07 AHL Top Prospects trading card set, featuring 50 of the outstanding young players in the AHL.

A fight Garrett Burnett can't afford to lose

Mon, 19 Feb 2007 15:33:37 EST

Garrett Burnett, it seems, has always been a fighter. He fought his way through six different leagues on 13 different teams over nine seasons in the minors and if you think that's easy, you've never been the enforcer on the Knoxville Cherokees.

ALL-STAR WARM-UP JERSEYS UP FOR AUCTION TO BENEFIT AHL CHARITIES

Tue, 06 Feb 2007 14:51:10 EST

The American Hockey League, in conjunction with The MeiGray Group, today announced that autographed warm-up jerseys from the 2007 AHL All-Star Game are being auctioned off now on theahl.com, with all proceeds going to benefit the Ace Bailey Children’s Fund, the Dan Snyder Memorial Fund and other AHL charities.

ECHL, MeiGray Co-Sponsor Sixth-Annual All-Star Game-Worn Jersey, Puck Auction Proceeds Benefit Playe

Mon, 15 Jan 2007 00:00:00 EST

PRINCETON, N.J. – The ECHL in association with The MeiGray Group announced that the Sixth-Annual Game-Worn Jersey Auction at the 2007 Rbk Hockey ECHL All-Star Game will benefit the Professional Hockey Players’ Association Health and Welfare Fund which provides health insurance for ECHL players and their families.

Jordan Smith to play hockey at Lakehead

Thu, 16 Nov 2006 00:00:00 EST

Smith lost vision in his left eye when he was hit by a deflected puck on February 24th when he was playing for the American Hockey League's Portland Pirates. Smith's injury resulted in the implementation of a new mandatory visor in the AHL this season.

PHPA announces Executive Committee elections, appointments - AHL

Fri, 03 Nov 2006 00:00:00 EST

(St. Catharines, ON) The Professional Hockey Players' Association (PHPA) is pleased to announce the election, and appointment of three (3) Player Representatives to the Association's Executive Committee.

PHPA announces Executive Committee elections, appointments - ECHL

Fri, 03 Nov 2006 00:00:00 EST

(St. Catharines, ON) The Professional Hockey Players' Association (PHPA) is pleased to announce the election, and appointment of two (2) Player Representatives to the Association's Executive Committee.

Newest SEGA Game Includes ECHL Players

Tue, 10 Oct 2006 00:00:00 EST

PRINCETON, N.J. - The ECHL and the Professional Hockey Players' Association announced that they have signed a licensing agreement with SEGA to have players from the ECHL included in NHL Eastside Hockey Manager 2007, marking the third straight version of the game to include players from the Premier 'AA' Hockey League.

Helmer, Scott Capture ICHG Ironman Awards

Fri, 14 Jul 2006 10:06:39 EST

(St. Catharines, ON) The Professional Hockey Players' Association (PHPA) is pleased to announce that Bryan Helmer of the Grand Rapids Griffins and Mike Scott of the Alaska Aces have been selected as the respective AHL and ECHL recipients of the 2006 InterContinental Hotels Group Ironman Award.

Landon Will Lead the Way for Five More Years

Tue, 27 Jun 2006 11:07:27 EST

(St. Catharines, ON) The Professional Hockey Players' Association is pleased to announce the signing of PHPA Executive Director, Larry Landon, to a 5-year employment agreement, extending his services to June 30, 2011. Landon's re-signing was announced recently at the PHPA's Annual Meeting of Player Representatives in Orlando, FL.

PHPA mourns the loss of founder, Leichner

Mon, 29 May 2006 10:00:00 EST

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of PHPA founder and former Executive Director, Curtis (Curt) Leichner. A native of Portland, Oregon, Mr. Leichner was a hardworking family man who recognized the need for a professional body to protect the rights of minor league professional hockey players.

2006 InterContinental Hotels Group Ironman Award Nominees Announced

Wed, 10 May 2006 16:51:22 EST

(St. Catharines, ON) Nominations for the InterContinental Hotels Group Ironman Award are in, and the field is as strong as ever. The ICHG Ironman Award is presented annually to a Professional Hockey Players' Association (PHPA) Member playing in the American Hockey League and a Member playing in the ECHL, respectively, who has participated in each of his Club's regular season games and has contributed both offensively and defensively throughout the 2005-2006 regular season.

Captains' auction a success

Wed, 10 May 2006 16:36:51 EST

(St. Catharines, ON) The Professional Hockey Players' Association would like to thank all of the fans, collectors, and memorabilia enthusiasts who participated in the 2006 Captains' Club Jersey Auction. This year's auction was a huge success, raising over $9,000 for the Membership Assistance Program (MAP).

2nd Annual Captains Club Jersey Auction Has Begun

Tue, 18 Apr 2006 14:26:13 EST

PRINCETON, N.J. - The ECHL in association with the Professional Hockey Players' Association and The MeiGray Group on Tuesday announced that the 2nd Annual Captains' Club Jersey Auction to benefit the Membership Assistance Program (MAP) is underway.

Captains' Club Auction Dates Announced

Wed, 12 Apr 2006 11:00:00 EST

PRINCETON, N.J. - The ECHL in association with the Professional Hockey Players' Association and The MeiGray Group on Tuesday announced the 2nd Annual Captains' Club Jersey Auction to benefit the Membership Assistance Program (MAP).

Hot Prospects On Sale NOW!

Tue, 04 Apr 2006 13:44:31 EST

In The Game's Heroes & Prospects Series II - Hot Prospects Hobby Version has arrived, and is now on sale at Shop.PHPA.com. Featuring a plethora of new inserts, vivid photography, and eye-catching artwork, fans and collectors alike will not be disappointed.

AHL UNVEILS 2006 ALL-STAR TRADING CARD SET

Thu, 23 Mar 2006 15:00:45 EST

The American Hockey League and the Professional Hockey Players' Association today unveiled the 2006 AHL All-Stars trading card set, a 45-card collection featuring the outstanding participants from last month's 2006 Rbk Hockey AHL All-Star Classic.

ITG adds ECHL to Heroes & Prospects Brand

Thu, 09 Mar 2006 11:56:02 EST

The Professional Hockey Players� Association and the ECHL are pleased to announce the inclusion of the ECHL within In The Game�s 2005-06 Heroes & Prospects Series II trading card product. In it�s second year on the market, the Heroes & Prospects brand has been affording collectors and fans alike an opportunity to secure top quality autograph and memorabilia cards featuring their favorite hockey heroes and rising stars.

AHL UNVEILS 2005-06 TOP PROSPECTS CARD SET

Thu, 02 Mar 2006 14:14:47 EST

(SPRINGFIELD, MA) The American Hockey League and the Professional Hockey Players� Association today unveiled the 2005-06 AHL Top Prospects trading card set, featuring 49 of the outstanding young players in the AHL.

PHPA, ECHL Announce Three-Year CBA Extension

Wed, 25 Jan 2006 23:33:04 EST

FRESNO, Calif. - The Professional Hockey Players� Association and the ECHL are pleased to announce that the PHPA Membership and the ECHL Board of Governors have ratified the major points of an extension to the current ECHL-PHPA Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). While the complete CBA language is currently being finalized, the ratification of this document further entrenches stable labor-management relations between the aforementioned parties.

Proceeds Benefit Players� Health And Welfare Fund

Wed, 18 Jan 2006 14:58:52 EST

PRINCETON, N.J. � The ECHL in association with The MeiGray Group announced on Wednesday that the Game-Worn Jersey Auction at the 2006 ECHL All-Star Game presented by Bud Light will benefit the Professional Hockey Players� Association Health and Welfare Fund which provides health insurance for ECHL players and their families.

PHPA Appoints New ECHL Executive Committee Members

Mon, 16 Jan 2006 11:34:47 EST

(St. Catharines, ON) The Professional Hockey Players� Association (PHPA) is pleased to announce the appointment of two (2) Player Representatives to the Association�s Executive Committee.

WBS Penguins Booster Club Awarded On-ice

Fri, 13 Jan 2006 09:52:26 EST

Chris Kelleher, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins assistant captain and PHPA Executive Committee Member, presents the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins Booster Club with the PHPA Booster Club of the Year award at a pre-game ceremony January 7, 2006.

GET SERVED BY THE B-SENS ON SUNDAY

Thu, 12 Jan 2006 09:48:36 EST

The Binghamton Senators, who typically spend their weekends dishing up bone-crushing hits and highlight-reel goals, will step off the ice this Sunday, Jan. 15, to spend a fun-filled afternoon at the Holiday Inn Arena in Binghamton serving spaghetti dinners to patrons during a benefit for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA).

2005-06 In The Game Heroes and Prospects to Release December 15th

Thu, 15 Dec 2005 08:54:59 EST

Collectors everywhere have been looking forward to the latest incarnation of In The Game's popular Heroes and Prospects product and it's almost ready to hit store shelves. All pre-ordered product has been shipped as we are pleased to report NO packaging delays.

Social To Benefit Moore Family Announced

Fri, 04 Nov 2005 12:54:19 EST

(St. Catharines, ON) Further to the recently released story, "Helping out one of our own," which details the debilitating losses and hardships realized by Dean Moore (former PHPA employee) and his family, a social/fundraiser has been established to assist the Moore family during this time of need.

Helping Out One of Our Own

Thu, 20 Oct 2005 17:30:59 EST

As I am certain you are all aware, the real impact of Hurricane Katrina�s force to the Gulf Region, while yet unknown, is sure to be worsened by Hurricane Rita. We are hearing more and more stories of the number of lives that have been impacted by Mother Nature�s reign of destruction in this area, some of them hitting closer to home than others.

PHPA Signs Total Relocation Solutions to its Roster

Wed, 12 Oct 2005 11:33:33 EST

(St. Catharines, ON) The Professional Hockey Players� Association is pleased to announce an exciting new partnership with Total Relocation Solutions (TRS). As the �Official Relocation Services Provider of the PHPA,� TRS will offer their All-Star Relocation Program to all PHPA Members.

PHPA Appoints New AHL Executive Committee Members

Wed, 05 Oct 2005 09:10:25 EST

(St. Catharines, ON) The Professional Hockey Players� Association (PHPA) is pleased to announce the appointment of three (3) Player Representatives to the Association�s Executive Committee.

Madden Wins!

Thu, 01 Sep 2005 09:49:31 EST

(St. Catharines, ON) The PHPA recently initiated a monthly contest for all PHPA.com customers. This month's winner is Ray Madden.

PHPA Website Receives Extreme Makeover

Wed, 20 Jul 2005 14:57:23 EST

St. Catharines, ON) - The Professional Hockey Players� Association (PHPA) is proud to announce the immediate re-launch of the Association�s website � http://www.phpa.com.

PHPA Announces Intercontinental Hotels Group Ironman Award Winners

Tue, 12 Jul 2005 15:45:33 EST

(St. Catharines, ON) The Professional Hockey Players' Association (PHPA) is pleased to announce that Kevin Bieksa of the Manitoba Moose and Guy Dupuis of the Bakersfield Condors have been selected as the AHL and ECHL recipients of the 2005 InterContinental Hotels Group Ironman Award.

PHPA Elects New Executive

Wed, 06 Jul 2005 09:32:05 EST

The Professional Hockey Players' Association (PHPA) is pleased to announce the election of three (3) Player Representatives to the Association's Executive Committee.

Ironman Award Nominees Announced

Tue, 17 May 2005 11:00:47 EST

(St. Catharines, ON) - All nominations for the InterContinental Hotels Group Ironman Award have been submitted. The Ironman Award is presented annually to a PHPA Member playing in the American Hockey League and a Member playing in the ECHL, respectively, who has participated in each of his Club's regular season games and has contributed both offensively and defensively throughout the 2004-2005 regular season.

AHL announces '06 AHL All-Star Classic

Thu, 07 Apr 2005 09:49:21 EST

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. - American Hockey League President and CEO David Andrews announced today that the 2006 AHL All-Star Classic will take place on Tuesday, January 31, and Wednesday, February 1, at the MTS Centre in Winnipeg, Man. The formal announcement was made at a media conference at the MTS Centre today.

Toronto Marlies to hit AHL ice

Thu, 24 Mar 2005 08:50:35 EST

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced Tuesday that its American Hockey League (AHL) franchise will be named the Toronto Marlies when the team relocates to Toronto at the start of the 2005-06 season.

PHPA Welcomes Zenith Komarniski to AHL Executive Committee

Thu, 24 Feb 2005 11:23:06 EST

Zenith will join current AHL Executive Committee Members Tom Askey (Rochester), Gavin Morgan (Hamilton), Richard Seeley (Bridgeport), Rob Skrlac (Albany) and Terry Virtue (Utah) in dealing with various matters of importance to the Association and its AHL Membership.

PHPA Welcomes New ECHL Executive Committee Members

Thu, 24 Feb 2005 10:07:04 EST

Mike Garrow (San Diego), Ryan Gillis (Bakersfield) and Marc Magliarditi (Las Vegas) will join current ECHL Executive Committee Members Ben Keup (Idaho), Ian Manzano (Johnstown) and Milt Mastad (Mississippi) in dealing with various matters of importance to the Association and its ECHL Membership.

2006 ECHL All-Stars to Fresno

Thu, 17 Feb 2005 14:57:08 EST

PRINCETON, N.J. - The ECHL announced on Thursday that the 2006 ECHL All-Star Game and Skills Competition have been awarded to the Fresno Falcons. The ECHL Board of Governors unanimously approved the selection of Fresno at its Mid-Season meeting in January.

PHPA connects with Robson Technologies

Thu, 11 Nov 2004 11:58:08 EST

(St. Catharines, ON) The Professional Hockey Players� Association is proud to announce a new relationship with Robson Technologies. Through the Career Enhancement Program, the PHPA has secured Robson Technologies to provide our Membership and Alumni with a Computer Purchase Plan, offering superior customer service and unbeatable rates.

PHPA Makes Two New Appointments

Fri, 10 Sep 2004 10:59:22 EST

ST. CATHARINES � The Professional Hockey Players� Association (PHPA) is pleased to announce the dual hiring of Andrew Johnston and Michael Paris.