ROENICK FINDING STRIDE WITH COLORADO

 

Denver

 

"It's a significant move to go from Minnesota to Colorado," said superstar Jeremy Roenick. He added, "Minny is an unreal hockey market and the fans treated me so well. I think that they have had some success long before I showed up, but demand that level of play from the team. I loved that. I loved them. But I was wanted more here, and I had to shift my focus. I'm here in Denver now and the guys took me in as one of their own. Coming in as a rival, I was wondering how I would be received. It just goes to say how the boys are here. This is the Mecca of hockey in the NFHL and I finally get to be a part of it".

 

Roenick had a bit of an adjustment when first arriving to Colorado as 3rd line minutes was not his usual role. But given the bumps and bruises collected along the way, "JR Superstar" has taken the opportunity when presented to him and produced. Over the last 6 games, JR has collected 7 goals and 5 assists.

 

GM Mike Smith said, "I'm not gonna put any additional pressure on the guy. He has come in, gelled with the squad, and accepted any role in the line up that Coach put him in. I know he will be a huge part of our franchise moving forward".

 

The Rockies are rolling recently with the help from Roenick. The trade seemed to help both teams as each are currently on undefeated in their last 7 games with Minny winning their last 9. Short term it looks like a win for both clubs. 

 

Tonight, Colorado will travel to Chicago to take on the up and coming Blackhawks. With Yzerman still out, JR will handle the 2nd and 4th lines for the Rockies again tonight.