The Kenai River Brown Bears opened the NAHL regular season with a pair of road losses against the Chippewa Steel in Wisconsin.
The Brown Bears fell 5-1 on Friday, managing a lone goal in the second period then allowing four, straight goals to the Steel. Nathan Dickey stopped 34 pucks in goal for the Brown Bears. On Saturday, Kenai River was shut out by the Steel 4-0; Chippewa scoring three goals in the second period and recorded an empty-net goal in the third period. Bryant Marks recorded 26 saves for Kenai River.
NAHL Showcase
The 18th annual North American Hockey League (NAHL) Showcase opens play on Wednesday, September 15th at the Super Rink in Blaine, Minnesota.
All 29 NAHL teams will play between three and four regular-season games at the Showcase, which is one of hockey’s most prominent and popular events of the entire season and has become the ‘Greatest Show on Ice.’
The Kenai River Brown Bears begin showcase play with an 11:30 a.m. Alaska Time pairing against the New Mexico Ice Wolves.
NAHL Showcase: Brown Bears Schedule
Wednesday, September 15th Kenai River vs New Mexico Ice Wolves 11:30 a.m. Alaska Time
Thursday, September 16th Kenai River vs Johnstown Tomahawks 8:30 a.m. Alaska Time
Friday, September 17th Kenai River vs Maine Nordiques 2:30 p.m. Alaska Time
Saturday, September 18th Kenai River vs North Iowa Bulls 3:30 p.m. Alaska Time
The NAHL Showcase attracts over 9,000 people in overall attendance, including more than 330 professional, college and junior scouts. For scouting purposes, the NAHL Showcase is the premier event of its kind and is a yearly gathering for every NCAA program and NHL team as they get their first look at some of the best and brightest hockey talent North America has to offer. For more information on the NAHL Showcase including schedule, ticket prices, hotels, rental cars and arena information, visit www.nahl.com/showcase
