WHL Kamloops Blazers

Blazers Update

Published on April 14, 2010 under Western Hockey League (WHL)
Kamloops Blazers News Release


Blazers Show Bright Future

Young Team Shows Promise Against Powerhouse Giants

Losing is always tough, but there are a lot of positives for the Kamloops Blazers and their fans to draw from the later part of the regular season and the playoff series against the strong and experienced Vancouver Giants. After a season filled with a lot of unknowns, there is a strong sense of stability and direction with the club. It was easy to brush off the young, inexperienced group once a good chunk of the team's offence was traded away at the deadline, but led by Coach Guy Charron, it wasn't long before the character and the promise of the group started to show through.

Up against the powerhouse Giants, the Blazers put up quite the battle in their playoff series. The Blazers led or were tied with the Giants for 89% of those 4 games. They couldn't quite hang on to win a game, but they never gave up, never threw in the towel, and you have to believe that there's a lot to look forward to with this group next season. Going into the playoffs the Blazers had only 99 games of playoff experience collectively. With Guy Charron signed for two more years, and a great nucleus of young talent, the Kamloops Blazers will be an exciting team to watch next season.

Season Ticket Renewals

2009-2010 Season Ticket Holders should be receiving their ticket renewal information in the mail any day, if not already. Information has been included in the package regarding the new 3 year plan, and how to avoid paying the HST on tickets for the upcoming season. If there are any questions or concerns, please contact Karen at the Blazers Box Office at 250.828.1144.

Get on the Bandwagon!

Not a Blazers Season Ticket Holder? Now is the Time!

There are so many reasons to become a Kamloops Blazers Season Ticket Holder! Veteran Head Coach Guy Charron will lead an exciting and talented young group out onto the ice at Interior Savings Centre this fall, so don't miss out. Season Tickets are a great way to save money, and enjoy the other great perks, as well of course as catching all 36 regular season home games and the first two playoff games of the 2010-2011 WHL Season.

This season, the Blazers are offering some great incentives to become a Season Ticket Holder! Sign up for the 2010-2011 Season and receive a Limited Edition Kamloops Blazers Hockey Stick signed by Shane Doan, Jarome Iginla, Mark Recchi and Darryl Sydor per seat.

Take advantage of the 3 year plan and receive a Kamloops Blazers Replica RBK Edge Jersey for each seat, as well as keep your ticket price the same throughout the 3 year term to avoid paying possible price increases each season!

Beat the HST! Purchase your Season Tickets by April 30th and you will NOT pay the HST.

Season Ticket Holder Benefits

Huge savings over walk-up ticket prices Sit in the seats you want all season long Rain Check Nights for unused tickets (4 per season) First two playoff games included 10% discount on all merchandise at the Blazers Store Easy, affordable payment plan (up to 4 payments; balance must be paid in full by Aug 31) Guaranteed seat for all playoff games Skate with the Blazers

Blazers Move On To ECHL

After finishing out their junior careers with the Blazers this season, the three 20 year old on the Kamloops roster made the jump to the ECHL. Captain Ryan Funk joined the Idaho Steelheads for 5 games on an Amateur Tryout deal. CJ Stretch joined the Ontario Reign out of of California, and goaltender Kurtis Mucha got on with the Stockton Thunder.

Four Blazers Ranked for June's NHL Entry Draft

Madaisky to attend NHL Combine; Ranford, DePape and Underwood also ranked by NHL Central Scouting

The Kamloops Blazers had four players ranked in the final central scouting rankings released on Wednesday, April 7th.

Defenseman Austin Madaisky improved his ranking from 59th in the midterm rankings to 57th in the final rankings. The 17 year old defenseman was outstanding in the playoffs, finishing with 3 goals and 3 assists for 6 points in 4 games. The Surrey, BC native has also been invited to the NHL Scouting Combine in late May.

Forward Brendan Ranford also drastically improved his ranking from 168 to 111 among North American skaters. Ranford finished the year with 29 goals and 65 points playing in all 72 games. The 17 year old left winger was also good in the playoffs finishing with 2 goals and 5 points.

Blazers' defenseman Brandon Underwood was ranked 196th in the final rankings. The 6' 3" 205lbs native of San Diego, California had a goal and 5 points this season. Underwood also finished with 128 penalty minutes.

Finally, 17 year old Jordan DePape was ranked 207th out of 210 North American skaters. DePape was acquired from the Brandon Wheat Kings in a trade last December. The Winnipeg native finished the year with 17 goals and 38 points in 57 games.

The NHL Entry Draft will take place at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California on June 25th and 26th.

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