Weekend notebook: First quarter winding down

As the 2022-23 season reaches the end of its first quarter, early developments and trends are beginning to solidify, though plenty of questions remain unanswered.

Rookie Simoneau providing Rocket a spark

Head coach J.F. Houle wanted Xavier Simoneau to see the Laval Rocket’s game in Bridgeport on Oct. 22 from a different vantage point: the stands. Simoneau has not taken a seat since.

Wild encouraged by Walker’s quick start

The summer months were uncertain ones for Sammy Walker. The shift to fall, however, has been a much different story for the Iowa Wild rookie forward, who has acclimated nicely to the pro game.

Saturday wrap: Bibeau shines for Senators

Antoine Bibeau made a career-high 49 saves and Angus Crookshank scored two power-play goals as the Belleville Senators snapped a three-game skid with a win over the Laval Rocket.

Friday wrap: Bruins get past Crunch late

The league-leading Providence Bruins (11-2-3-2) scored three times in the third period to end a four-game winless slide with a victory in Syracuse last night.

Memorable camp leads to strong start for rookie Attard

After starting his pro career in Philadelphia and then surviving his first training camp under John Tortorella, Ronnie Attard is controlling only what he can control as he continues his development in Lehigh Valley.

Penguins lean on Tokarski’s steady hand

Facing an arch-rival and mired in a losing streak, the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins knew they could count on Dustin Tokarski to help get them back in the win column.

Saturday wrap: Eagles continue to soar

The Colorado Eagles completed a sweep of their two-game home set with the Coachella Valley Firebirds on Saturday with their second consecutive OT victory.