Kyle O'Kane had another strong game, picking up 2 goals.

OT Thriller is Foiled by Bad Call!

The Jr. Blues came out in the first period of Sunday's game and were playing with confidence and purpose.  The Jr. Blues scored the only two goals and had 17 shots on goal.  Kyle O'Kane scored a power play goal to give the Jr. Blues the lead with Shawn Gawrys and Zach Barron assisting.  Later in the same period, Michael Davies scored with Tony Jost and Cory Spradling getting the assists.  

With the game seemingly in control, the Jr. Blues took some undisciplined penalties that allowed the Lumberjacks to get back into the game.  Cleveland's first goal came after the Jr. Blues took a bad penalty, in addition, they took themselves off of a power play.  The Lumberjacks were able to convert 4 on 4 to get within one goal.  Then the Lumberjacks converted on the ensuing power play to tie the game.  Derek Janssen scored an unassisted goal late to give the Jr. Blues the lead.

The third period was much like the second, as the Lumberjacks converted on a 5-3 power play to tie the game.  With 10 minutes to go in the game, the Lumberjacks took the lead despite the spectacular goaltending of Devan McConnell.  The Jr. Blues didn't quit as they tied the game on another Kyle O'Kane goal with Michael Davies picking up the assist.

The game then went into overtime.  The four on four play was dominated by the Jr. Blues as they had numerous scoring chances.  Larry Kopecky scored the game winning goal with 11 seconds remaining on the clock.  Unfortunately, the official waved off the goal claiming the net had been moved.  Video tape replay showed otherwise and the Jr. Blues had to settle for the tie.

Cleveland 0-2-2-0-4
St. Louis 2-1-1-0-4

Shots:
Cleveland 11-12-13-0-38
St. Louis 17-13-11-4-45

Scoring:
Kyle O'Kane 2 goals
Michael Davies 1 goal, 1 assist
Derek Janssen 1 goal
Shawn Gawrys 1 assist
Tony Jost 1 assist
Cory Spradling 1 assist
Zach Barron 1 assist

Devan McConnell made 34 saves on 38 shots in the tie.

Larry Kopecky scores with just over 1 minute to play in the victory.

Larry Kopecky Wins Game with 1:14 Remaining!

The Jr. Blues were a bit out of sync, playing a very strong Cleveland Jr. Lumberjacks.  Kyle O'Kane opened the scoring early in the game with Zach Barron and Shawn Gawrys getting the assists.  The hardworking Lumberjacks were able to tie the game late in the period converting on a 2-1 break.

The Jr. Lumberjacks took the lead midway through the second period with a power play goal.  The Jr. Blues then turned up the heat as they dominated the rest of the period, out-shooting Cleveland 18-7 in the second period.  Strong goaltending kept the Jr. Blues off the board in the period until late, when Danny Brown scored a power play goal.  Moments later, Michael Davies gave the Jr. Blues the lead with Larry Kopecky and Pete Wildhaber picking up the assists.

The third period was exciting to the end!  The Jr. Lumberjacks tied the game early in the period off of a 5-3 power play.  With the game heading towards overtime, the Jr. Blues pulled it out with only 1:14 on the clock.  Larry Kopecky converted a Ken Jacobsmeyer pass to score the heroic goal.  Mike Hewkin also picked up an assist on the play.  But the game was not over.  A Cleveland player attacked Kopecky after the goal, but only St. Louis was assessed a penalty.  The Lumberjacks pulled their goaltender and applied tremendous pressure on the Jr. Blues, enjoying a 6-4 advantage.  Goaltender Derek Szesny and defenseman Pete Wildhaber saved the game for the Jr. Blues.  Szesny made 4 big saves in the flurry and Wildhaber blocked two shots and made two more tremendous plays in the final minute to preserve the victory.

Cleveland 1-1-1-3
St. Louis 1-2-1-1-4

Shots:
Cleveland 5-7-11-23
St. Louis 9-18-9-36

Scoring:
Larry Kopecky 1 goal, 1 assist
Kyle O'Kane 1 goal
Danny Brown 1 goal
Michael Davies 1 goal
Pete Wildhaber 1 assist
Derek Janssen 1 assist
Shawn Wring 1 assist
Shawn Gawrys 1 assist
Ken Jacobsmeyer 1 assist
Zach Barron 1 assist
Mike Hewkin 1 assist

Derek Szesny recorded 20 saves on 23 shots for his fourth victory of the season.

Kyle Butler's first CSHL goal helps power the Jr. Blues over Metro in game #2 of the weekend.

Jr. Blues Sweep the Jets!

The Jr. Blues scored 3 goals in the first period for their sixth consecutive game.  They took advantage of the Jets undisciplined play.  Kenny Jacobsmeyer scored the games first goal on the power play with Jimmy Jost and Larry Kopecky assisting.  Then the Jr. Blues got a goal from an unlikely source.  With a delayed penalty against the Jets, the Jr. Blues moved the puck around and Mike Levin hit a cutting Kyle Butler who scored his first ever CSHL goal.  The stay at home defenseman scored the goal in his 54th Jr. B game.  Moments later Shawn Gawrys hit Michael Davies with a perfect back door pass for another power play goal.  The Blues held a 3-1 lead at the intermission.

The second period action was slow as both teams were less than offensive.  Zane Truman scored on a 2-1 with Derek Janssen midway through the period.  The Jr. Blues relied on the stellar goaltending of Devan McConnell who made 8 saves in the period.

The third period was one that proved to be too much for the Jets.  The worn out Jets were out scored 4-0 in the period.  Michael Davies, Derek Janssen, Kyle O'Kane and Kenny Jacobsmeyer added to the total.  Devan McConnell made 20 saves in his second consecutive victory.

The Jr. Blues tune up for the Cleveland Jr. Lumberjacks next weekend at home.  The Lumberjacks are coming off an impressive sweep of the Grand Rapids Jr. Owls this weekend and figure to be a tough opponent.

Metro 1-0-0-1
St. Louis 3-1-4-8

Shots:
Metro 4-8-9-21
St. Louis 8-5-10-23

Scoring:
Derek Janssen 1 goal, 1 assist
Shawn Gawrys 3 assists
Ken Jacobsmeyer 2 goals
Michael Davies 2 goals
Zane Truman 1 goal, 1 assist
Jim Jost 2 assists
Tony Jost 2 assists
Larry Kopecky 2 assists
Kyle Butler 1 goal
Kyle O'Kane 1 goal
Devan McConnell 1 assist
Mike Hewkin 1 assist
Mike Levin 1 assist

Devan McConnell made 20 saves on 21 shots

September 20th vs. Metro jets

Larry Kopecky leads the Jr. Blues over Metro with 2 goals and 1 assist.

Jr. Blues Ground the Jets!

The St. Louis Jr. Blues continue their strong start with a convincing 8-1 victory over the Jets.  After the Jets scored the game's first goal, Kyle O'Kane converted a nice pass from Zach Barron only 8 minutes into the first period.  Late in the period the O'Kane, Barron and Gawrys line struck again.  This time Barron scored with O'Kane and Gawrys assisting.  Then, Larry Kopecky added a third goal and the Blues went into the second with 3-1 lead.

The Jr. Blues started fast in the second.  Danny Brown made a spectacular play, stealing the puck and scoring an unassisted goal just 2 minutes into the period.  The goal was Brown's first CSHL goal.  The Jr. Blues continued to pressure, but it took a 5-3 power play to score the next goal.  Jimmy Jost made a perfect pass to Kopecky who scored his second of the game. 

The Jr. Blues took advantage of a very undisciplined Jets squad in the third period.  Pete Wildhaber and Kenny Jacobsmeyer each scored power play goals.  Tony Jost added the capper late in the period.  Derek Szesny was tops in net again, recording his third victory in as many starts.

Metro 1-0-0-1
St. Louis 3-2-3-8

Shots:
Metro 7-9-11-27
St. Louis 14-14-17-45

Scoring:
Larry Kopecky  2 goals, 1 assist
Ken Jacobsmeyer 1 goal, 2 assists
Tony Jost 1 goal 1 assist
Pete Wildhaber 1 goal, 1 assist
Zach Barron 1 goal, 1 assist
Kyle O'Kane 1 goal, 1 assist
Jim Jost 2 assists
Dan Brown 1 goal
Kyle Butler 1 assist
Shawn Gawrys 1 assist
Cory Spradling 1 assist
Mike Keeven 1 assist

Derek Szesny mad 26 saves on 27 shots.

Derek Szesny's strong play leads Jr. Blues to victory and pushes his record to 2-0.

Jr. Blues Win Home Opener!

The last time the Jr. Blues took the ice at the Affton Ice Rink, they carried off the Hurster Cup in victory.  This time stakes weren't as high, but the excitement in the rink was there for the home opener.   The Jr. Blues, hot off of two big road wins, continued their early season success.  Cory Spradling scored halfway through the first period, converting a rebound off a Tony Jost shot.  Moments later Jeremy Ramsey scored his first CSHL goal, one-timing a Kyle O'Kane pass.  Mike Keeven recorded his 5th assist of the young season on the play.  Late in the period, Michael Davies scored an unassisted goal to close the first period scoring.

The Jr. Blues started the second period just as strong, scoring early on a Kyle O'Kane goal.  O'Kane converted a Jeremy Ramsey cycling play as O'Kane made a great second effort on the goal.  Cory Spradling then scored his second goal of the game on the power play with Tony Jost and Shawn Wring assisting.  Late in the period, Michael Davies combined with Tony Jost and Cory Spradling to secure the Jr. Blues 6-0 two period lead. 

The third period saw little action, however Michael Davies completed his second hat-trick in two games.  Cory Spradling assisting on the goal for a four point night.  Derek Szesny, playing strong again between the pipes, had his second consecutive shutout spoiled with just 45 seconds remaining in the game.   The 7-1 victory puts the Jr. Blues in first place in the early CSHL season.

Michigan   0-0-1-1
St. Louis   3-3-1-7

Shots:

Michigan    4-1-11-16
St. Louis    14-17-7-38

Scoring:

Cory Spradling   2 goals, 2 assists
Michael Davies  3 goals
Tony Jost   3 assists
Kyle O'Kane 1 goal, 1 assist
Jeremy Ramsey   1 goal, 1 assist
Shawn Wring   1 assist
Mike Keeven   1 assist

Derek Szesny made 15 saves on 16 shots.

Devan McConnell records his first shutout in his CSHL debut.

Jr. Blues Sweep the Ice Dogs!

For the fourth consecutive game, the Jr. Blues jumped to a 3-0 first period lead.  This time the Jr. Blues power play was responsible for all three goals.  Cory Spradling scored the game's first goal with Michael Davies and Tony Jost assisting.  Michael Davies then tallied the next two goals, both with great shots.  Tony Jost assisted on both as Cory Spradling and Shawn Gawrys assisting on one goal each.  

The rest of the game was a sloppy affair as both teams seemed to struggle and no goals were scored.  Jr. Blues goaltender Devan McConnell made his CSHL debut in net as he made two big breakaway saves and recorded his first CSHL shutout.  The Jr. Blues now prepare for the Metro Jets who will be visiting the Affton Ice Rink next weekend.

Michigan  0-0-0-0
St. Louis  3-0-0-3

Shots:

Michigan   3-9-8-20
St. Louis   20-9-12-41

Scoring:

Michael Davies 2 goals, 1 assists
Tony Jost 3 assists
Cory Spradling 1 goal, 1 assist
Shawn Gawrys  1 assist

Devan McConnell made 20 saves for the shutout.     

Tony Jost leads the way with 4 points

Jr. Blues Start Season With a Bang!

The 2003-2004 defending CSHL Champions start this season with a young and inexperienced team.  The young Jr. Blues proved to be hungry as they started the season in impressive fashion.  Tony Jost started the scoring early in the game deflecting a Mike Keeven shot.  The goal was his first CSHL goal. Zane Truman, one of only 5 returning vets in the lineup, scored midway through the period with a nifty backhander.  Mike Hewkin assisted on the goal. Closing the period out in style, Tony Jost added his second goal, on the power play with Keeven and Michael Davies assisting.

The second period the Jr. Blues scored a tic-tac-toe power play goal with Michael Davies netting his first CSHL goal.  Assisting on the pretty goal were Tony Jost and Cory Spradling.  Moments later Spradling added his first CSHL goal, sniping a shot over the goaltenders shoulder off of a Michael Davies feed. 

The third period was more of the same.  Ken Jacobsmeyer scored his first CSHL goal off of a Chris Koenen rebound.  Spradling added his second of the game.  Then, Zach Barron scored his first CSHL goal converting a Jacobsmeyer feed. 

Derek Szesny started his CSHL career in style making 15 saves earning the shutout.

Michigan   0-0-0-0
St. Louis   3-2-3-8

Shots:
Michigan   8-2-5-15
St. Louis 9-15-14-38

Scoring: 
Tony Jost: 2 goals, 2 assists
Cory Spradling:  2 goals, 1 assist
Michael Davies: 1 goal, 2 assists
Ken Jacobsmeyer: 1 goal, 1assist
Mike Keeven:   2 assists
Zane Truman: 1 goal
Zach Barron: 1 goal
Chris Koenen: 1 assist
Mike Hewkin: 1 assist

Derek Szesny earned his first shutout with 15 saves.

September 7 @ Flint Jr. Generals

Michael Davies breaks out with his first Hat Trick

Jr. Blues Sweep Opening Weekend!

The young Jr. Blues made it two shutouts in a row defeating the Flint Jr. Generals 13-0.  The hungry Jr. Blues started fast and never let up.  Scoring three goals in the first period, the Jr. Blues dominated play.  Michael Davies scored on a Mike Keeven rebound scoring the games first goal on the power play.  Cory Spradling added two more before the first period ended. 

The second period was a barrage of Jr. Blues goals.  Derek Janssen netted a power play goal.  Kyle O'Kane scored his first CSHL goal on a set up from Zach Barron.  Michael Davies added his second of the game.  Jim Jost scored on a slick pass from Zane Truman.  Tony Jost added one and Zane Truman added another.  Jim Jost closed out the scoring late in the period giving the Jr. Blues a 10-0 lead.

Zane Truman added his second goal early in the third period.  Then Jim Jost completed the hat-trick.  Moments later, Michael Davies completed his hat-trick to close out the scoring.

John Hoehne recorded his first CSHL shutout making 31 saves in the win.

Flint   0-0-0-0
St. Louis  3-7-3-13

Shots:
Flint   10-9-12-31
St. Louis  19-20-12-51

Scoring:
Michael Davies: 3 goals, 1 assist
Jim Jost: 3 goals, 1 assist
Zane Truman: 2 goals, 3 assists
Cory Spradling: 2 goals, 2 assists
Tony Jost: 1 goal, 2 assists
Derek Janssen 1 goal, 2 assists
Kyle O'Kane: 1 goal
Kyle Butler: 1 assist
Mike Keeven: 1 assist
Chris Koenen: 1 assist
Zach Barron: 1 assist
Mike Levin:  1 assist

John Hoehne made 31 saves recording his first shutout. 

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