Iowa Chops
Kirby, not so fast
The shovel, Tom Witosky, reports that a Polk County judge has told the Iowa Chops not so fast my friend.
The judge ordered Bob and Kirby Schlegel not to relocate the AHl franchise from Des Moines.
“The issues are clear,” O’Meara said. “By virtue of the non-relocation agreement that the hockey team has with Polk [...]
Chops putting out the For Sale sign
As reported here on 62andeven.com 2-weeks ago the ownership group of the Iowa Chops, D.M. Hockey Holdings LLC has told Polk County, its been fun, see ya.
The group wants to move the AHL franchise and bring in a lower level CHL team to Des Moines.
John Mauro, another county board member, said that it [...]
Weekend notes…
Drake/UNI
* UNI shot lights out again, this time against Drake at the Knapp Center Saturday. Beyond the hot shooting, UNI played in your jersey defense a la’ Southern Illinois and was able to take Drake totally out of their rhythm. Josh Young only gets 2 shots the whole game? Credit UNI’s harassment and physical play. [...]
Hockey mom loves the Chops
She might not know what city she is in, but self proclaimed hockey mom and Republican VP nominee Sarah Palin likes Des Moines’ new AHL team name.
“I love the name, the Chops,” she said.
She said she might even stop back for a game. Hopefully she means she will stop back to “Des Moines” for the [...]
Chops go after Farve
Des Moines new AHL team is making its first big player move. The Iowa Chops today announced they are planning to offer a contract to Brett Farve.
Yes, that Brett Farve. Since making a splash with their new logo and colors, Chops Prez Steve Nitzel is making a grab at more off season headlines, by offering [...]
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