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Travis Armstrong Announces Return to Roanoke

July 1, 2020 - ROANOKE, Va. - The Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs and defenseman Travis Armstrong announced on Wednesday that Armstrong has signed an agreement to return to Roanoke for the 2020-21 season. It will be his sixth professional season and his fifth as a Rail Yard Dawg. Armstrong served as the Dawgs' captain during the 2019-20 season and was named All-SPHL Second Team in April. He appeared in 46 games and scored a career-high six goals to go along with 16 assists and 106 penalty minutes. Armstrong signed his training camp agreement an... Full Story

Rail Yard Dawgs Announce 2020-21 Protected List

May 1, 2020 - ROANOKE, Va. - The Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs and head coach Dan Bremner announced on Friday the team's protected list for the 2020-2021 season. Per SPHL rules, each team is allowed to protect 13 players who finished the previous season on their roster. This retains the rights of these players for the Rail Yard Dawgs - they are not able to sign with any other SPHL teams. Players who were left off the protected list are free agents and may sign with any of the nine other SPHL franchises. Roanoke's list is highlighted by Al... Full Story

Travis Armstrong Named to All-SPHL Second Team

April 10, 2020 - ROANOKE, Va. - The Southern Professional Hockey League announced on Friday that Rail Yard Dawgs defenseman Travis Armstrong has been named to the All-SPHL Second Team. It is his first career All-League honor. In his first season as Roanoke's captain, Armstrong appeared in 46 of the team's 47 games and notched six goals and 16 assists. He set a new career-high in goals and points and his 22 points were good for fifth most among SPHL defensemen. The fifth-year pro has played for the Rail Yard Dawgs in each of their four ... Full Story

A Letter from Rail Yard Dawgs President, Mickey Gray

March 15, 2020 - It is with shock, frustration and disappointment that I am writing this message today. As you have already heard, the SPHL has voted to cancel the remainder of the 2019-20 season. Myself, the ownership group, and staff all support the SPHL in this decision. Despite the devastating financial impact, we believe this to be the right thing to do at this time for the safety of our players, staff and most importantly the great fans of this organization. While sitting here I can't help but think about all of the people who have ... Full Story

• Travis Armstrong Announces Return to Roanoke - July 1, 2020
  
• Rail Yard Dawgs Announce 2020-21 Protected List - May 1, 2020
  
• Travis Armstrong Named to All-SPHL Second Team - April 10, 2020
  
• A Letter from Rail Yard Dawgs President, Mickey Gray - March 15, 2020
  
• SPHL Announces Cancellation of 2019-20 Season - March 15, 2020
  
• SPHL Announces Suspension of 2019-20 Season - March 12, 2020
  
• Dawgs Sign Three from Oswego State - March 12, 2020
  
• Dawgs Fall in Shootout to Peoria, 3-2 - March 8, 2020
  
• Rail Yard Dawgs Game Notes: Rail Yard Dawgs (16-22-8) at Rivermen (32-8-5) - 4:05 PM - March 8, 2020
  
• Dawgs Tie It Late to Force OT But Fall, 5-4 - March 7, 2020
  
• Rail Yard Dawgs Game Notes: Rail Yard Dawgs (16-22-7) at Storm (15-20-7) - 8:10 PM - March 7, 2020
  
• Newcomers Shine in Wild, 6-5 Win - March 6, 2020
  
• Rail Yard Dawgs Game Notes: Rail Yard Dawgs (15-22-7) at Storm (15-19-7) - 8:10 PM - March 6, 2020
  
• Dawgs Add Three from College Ranks - March 5, 2020
  
• SPHL Hits Dawgs with Suspensions, Two Head Back to School - March 3, 2020
  
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Sat., Apr 4		Huntsville at Roanoke	Cancelled
Fri., Apr 3		Huntsville at Roanoke	Cancelled
Sat., Mar 28		Evansville at Roanoke	Cancelled
Fri., Mar 27		Evansville at Roanoke	Cancelled
Sat., Mar 21		Quad City at Roanoke	Cancelled
Fri., Mar 20		Quad City at Roanoke	Cancelled
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• Rail Yard Dawgs reveal protected players list for 2020-21 season - SPHL Roanoke Times & World News (May 2)
• Roanoke Valley pro hockey 'godfather' Brabham dies at age 90 - SPHL Roanoke Times & World News (March 30)
• McFarling: Simple gesture by Rail Yard Dawgs fan has powerful symbolism - SPHL Roanoke Times & World News (March 21)
• Rail Yard Dawgs announce remainder of SPHL season has been canceled - SPHL Roanoke Times & World News (March 15)
• Rail Yard Dawgs await word on their season, while other local events push forward - SPHL Roanoke Times & World News (March 14)
• Pro sports, including SPHL and Minor League Baseball, make big decisions - SPHL Roanoke Times & World News (March 13)
• Peoria trips Roanoke in shootout - SPHL Roanoke Times & World News (March 9)
• Rail Yard Dawgs rally to tie late, fall in OT to Storm - SPHL Roanoke Times & World News (March 8)
• Shorthanded Rail Yard Dawgs win with help of four second-period goals - SPHL Roanoke Times & World News (March 7)
• Storm fall 6-5 after Roanoke's big second period - SPHL Quad-Cities Online (March 7)
• Storm fall 6-5 after Roanoke's big second period - SPHL Quad City Times (March 7)
• Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs forge on with available assets - SPHL Roanoke Times & World News (March 5)
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