Hurricanes - PR

CALGARY HURRICANES GEAR UP FOR THE PRE-SEASON

The Calgary Hurricanes players began arriving in Calgary in preparation for their pre-season beginning on Tuesday. The Hurricanes have managed to continue keeping the same roster in tact season after season since they won the TFHL Cup in TFHL12. The current Hurricanes roster heading into pre-season action boasts 9 TFHL Cup champions from that team in TFHL12.

"Experience is necessary when it comes to the playoffs. We have character guys on this team that will help the youngsters like the Svitovs, Keslers and Kings of the team that haven't won a cup yet." said Captain Chris Pronger.

WHO'S GONE?
Rosario Ruggeri - Rookie defenseman was traded as part of the acquisition of goaltender Pascal LeClaire.
Roman Cechmanek - Overrated goaltender was traded prior to free agency and his sub-par performance.
Shane Endicott - The Injury prone forward was traded right after the conclusion of the season.
Dan Boyle - Defenseman fell out of favour with Marc Crawfords coaching style
Marek Malik - Worst plus\minus in the history of the Hurricanes.

WHO'S ARRIVED?
Pascal Leclaire - Goaltending sensation Leclaire is expected to fill in the void with two solid defenseman ahead of him, Chris Pronger and Bryan Mccabe.
Bryan Mccabe - Rugged scoring defenseman added to compliment the already powerful defense including the likes of Chris Pronger, Pavel Kubina, Robert Schnabel and Richard Matvichuk.
Sheldon Souray - Souray has been added as a six defenseman on a roster that is full of talent. He is expected to bring experience and leadership.

"We made a lot of changes. But at the same time a lot of young guys really improved in the offseason. Just look at our guys like Ryan Kesler, Jason King and Robert Schnabel. All guys who played on the farm and pro last season will be regulars this season." Said GM Derek Major.

The Hurricanes are prepped and ready for a big season ahead. The team is looking forward to recapturing the TFHL Cup.


Calgary Sun 2005