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Matt Climie 1/10/12

2012-01-10T12:00:00.001-08:00

Chicago Wolves goaltender Matt Climie

Lake Erie Monsters at Chicago Wolves
January 7, 2012

Patrick Bordeleau 1/9/12

2012-01-09T11:24:00.000-08:00

Lake Erie's Patrick Bordeleau puts a body-check on Milwaukee's Scott Ford.

Lake Erie Monsters at Milwaukee Admirals
January 6, 2012

Atte Engren (Top 10 Nominee) 1/6/12

2012-01-06T13:21:00.000-08:00

Happy New Years everyone, a busy work, but still wanted to get up the Top 10 Nominee from the only game shot this week, the New Years Day with the Milwaukee Admirals hosting the Peoria Rivermen, where Atte Engren made this pad save in a 1-0 loss.

Peoria Rivermen at Milwaukee Admirals
January 1, 2012
1/640 sec, f/2, ISO 400, 135mm

Tim Miller (Top 10 Nominee) 12/30/11

2011-12-30T07:15:00.000-08:00

Tim Miller's excitement over Steve Reinprecht's goal for the Wolves against Milwaukee on Wednesday grabbed the Top 10 Nominee for this week.

Hope everyone has a Happy New Year!

Chicago Wolves at Milwaukee Admirals
December 28, 2011
1/1600 sec, f/2, ISO 800, 135mm

Steve Reinprecht 12/29/11

2011-12-29T07:05:00.000-08:00

Steve Reinprecht elevates the puck past Milwaukee Admirals goaltender Jeremy Smith to give the Chicago Wolves an early 1-0 lead.

Chicago Wolves at Milwaukee Admirals
December 28, 2011

Dylan Olsen 12/28/11

2011-12-28T08:52:00.000-08:00

Dylan Olsen of the Rockford Icehogs shoots the puck past Milwaukee Admirals goaltender Jeremy Smith to net his first professional goal.

Rockford Icehogs at Milwaukee Admirals
December 11, 2011

Krys Kolanos 12/27/11

2011-12-27T12:23:00.000-08:00

Abbotsford Heat forward Krys Kolanos pursues Stefan Schneider of the Chicago Wolves.

Abbotsford Heat at Chicago Wolves
December 4, 2011

Victor Bartley (Top 10 Nominee) 12/23/11

2011-12-23T08:17:00.000-08:00

Milwaukee Admirals defenseman Victor Bartley nets this weeks Top 10 Nominee with his foot save on Toronto Marlies Joe Colborne.

Toronto Marlies at Milwaukee Admirals
December 16, 2011

Tomas Tatar 12/22/11

2011-12-22T07:22:00.000-08:00

Griffins #27 Tomas Tatar pops the puck over Milwaukee Admirals goalie Jeremy Smith to give the Grand Rapids Griffins a 3-2 lead, but would fall 4-3 in Overtime.

Grand Rapids Griffins at Milwauke Admirals
December 9, 2011

Tomas Vincour (Top 10 Nominee) 12/5/11

2011-12-05T08:13:00.000-08:00

Teddy Bears rain down after Tomas Vincour (center) scored the lone Texas Stars goal of the night in a 5-1 loss to the Houston Aeros.

A belated Top 10 Nominee from last week...

November 19, 2011
Houston Aeros at Texas Stars

Drew Bagnall (Top 10 Nominee) 11/25/11

2011-11-25T07:00:00.000-08:00

Houston's Drew Bagnall lands a punch on the Heat's Lance Bouma during a fight in the first period.

Abbotsford Heat at Houston Aeros
November 20, 2011

Leland Irving 11/24/11

2011-11-24T06:58:00.000-08:00

Abbotsford Heat goalie Leland Irving enjoys the spotlight as he is recognized as 2nd Star for his shutout performance.

Abbotsford Heat at Houston Aeros
November 20, 2011

David McIntyre 11/23/11

2011-11-23T06:56:00.000-08:00

Houston Aeros David McIntyre

Houston Aeros at Texas Stars
November 19, 2011

Ryan Ellis (Top 10 Nominee) 11/18/11

2011-11-18T12:09:00.000-08:00

Ryan Ellis smiles for the camera during warmups before the Milwaukee Admirals defeated the Oklahoma City Barons 3-2.

Oklahoma City Barons at Milwaukee Admirals
November 13, 2011

Raymond Sawada 11/17/11

2011-11-17T09:02:00.001-08:00

Texas Stars Raymond Sawada tied up the game against the Milwaukee Admirals on this shot as he fell to the ice in the first period on October 30th.

Texas Stars at Milwaukee Admirals
October 30, 2011

Philippe Cornet 11/15/11

2011-11-15T09:17:00.000-08:00

Oklahoma City Barons forward #15 Philippe Cornet tips the puck past Milwaukee Admirals goalie Jeremy Smith in Sunday's game, which went to the Admirals 3-2.

Oklahoma City Barons at Milwaukee Admirals
November 13, 2011

Scott Valentine (Top 10 Nominee) 11/11/11

2011-11-11T12:13:00.000-08:00

Milwaukee Admirals defenseman Scott Valentine has effectively used his body this season to add physicality to the team, in this shot separating Charlotte Checkers #25 Chris Terry from the puck.

Charlotte Checkers at Milwaukee Admirals
November 4, 2011

Brian Connelly 11/10/11

2011-11-10T11:28:00.000-08:00

Defenseman Brian Connelly of the Rockford Icehogs

Rockford Icehogs at Chicago Wolves
October 21, 2011

Brett Bellemore 11/8/11

2011-11-08T07:50:00.000-08:00

Charlotte Checkers defenseman #34 Brett Bellemore leads the rush out of the defensive zone.

Charlotte Checkers at Milwaukee Admirals
November 4, 2011

Tyler Beskorowany (Top 10 Nominee) 11/4/11

2011-11-04T07:49:00.000-07:00

Another non-action shot takes this week's Top 10 Nominee as the lighting at Chicago's All-State Arena offered an atypical backdrop to Texas Stars goaltender Tyler Beskorowany.

Texas Stars at Chicago Wolves
October 29, 2011

Nolan Baumgartner & Francis Wathier 11/3/11

2011-11-03T07:25:00.000-07:00

Chicago Wolves Captain Nolan Baumgartner and Texas Stars #38 Francis Wathier collide was they go towards the boards.

Texas Stars at Chicago Wolves
October 29, 2011

Chris Mueller 11/1/11

2011-11-01T09:46:00.000-07:00

Milwaukee Admirals forward #18 Chris Mueller leads the rush while #28 Kyle Wilson joins him amid sticks of Texas Stars players as the Admirals sported pink jerseys for breast cancer awareness.

Texas Stars at Milwaukee Admirals
October 30, 2011

Eddie Lack (Top 10 Nominee) 10/28/11

2011-10-28T07:14:00.000-07:00

Chicago Wolves goaltender Eddie Lack celebrates his announcement as first star of the game in a 2-0 shutout win over the Rockford Icehogs.

Rockford Icehogs at Chicago Wolves
October 21, 2011

Kevin Doell 10/26/11

2011-10-26T07:28:00.000-07:00

Chicago Wolves forward Kevin Doell

Chicago Wolves at Milwaukee Admirals
October 14, 2011

Alexander Salak 10/24/11

2011-10-24T07:59:00.000-07:00

Alexander Salak of the Rockford Icehogs.

Rockford Icehogs at Chicago Wolves
October 21, 2011

Jeff Foss (Top 10 Nominee) 10/21/11

2011-10-21T09:07:00.000-07:00

Jeff Foss skates out for player introductions before the home opener for the Milwaukee Admirals.

Chicago Wolves at Milwaukee Admirals
October 14, 2011

Photo Recap- Milwaukee @ Chicago 10/15/11

2011-10-18T07:01:00.000-07:00

Saturday, Milwaukee continued its winning ways spoiling the Chicago Wolves home opener by a score of 3-2 after winning the shootout.

Milwaukee Admirals at Chicago Wolves
October 15, 2011

Photo Recap- Chicago @ Milwaukee 10/14/11

2011-10-17T09:39:00.000-07:00

Last Friday, the Milwaukee Admirals got off to a good start in their home opener, beating the Chicago Wolves 4-2.

Chicago Wolves at Milwaukee Admirals
October 14, 2011

Michael Latta (Top 10 Nominee) 10/14/11

2011-10-14T13:24:00.000-07:00

Michael Latta netted his first professional goal on this penalty shot against Peoria Rivermen goalie Jake Allen in the first period last Saturday.

Milwaukee Admirals at Peoria Rivermen
October 8, 2011

Jake Allen 10/12/11

2011-10-12T11:06:00.000-07:00

Peoria Rivermen goaltender Jake Allen's mask for the 2011/12 AHL season

Milwaukee Admirals at Peoria Rivermen
October 8, 2011

Brett Sterling 10/10/11

2011-10-10T07:18:00.001-07:00

Peoria Rivermen's Brett Sterling (#29 w/ A) deflects the puck (located above #3 Jeff Foss) past Milwaukee Admirals goaltender #30 Jeremy Smith for the Riv's lone goal while on the Power Play.

Milwaukee Admirals at Peoria Rivermen
October 8, 2011

8/31/11 Blog Suggestion: The Third Intermission

2011-08-31T07:22:00.000-07:00

With 3 different writers, The Third Intermission offers the best in Houston Aeros coverage from multiple viewpoints. They offer home game-recaps and interviews, player transactions and photos from yours truly from the Midwestern games. Easily one of my favorite blogs, but I'm probably biased.

Web: http://thethirdintermission.blogspot.com/
Twitter: @3rdIntermission

Guide to Shooting Hockey, Part 1

2011-08-31T06:58:00.000-07:00

While the site's focus is the AHL photography that I have taken, I thought that I would share some of my approach to shooting properly exposed images. These principles are nothing earth-shattering if you've mastered the controls of your camera, but is written with a focus on novices.

Shoot Manual

I prefer to shoot in Manual (probably listed as the "M" setting on your camera), as it gives me the most control in the results. This allows me to adjust the shutter speed (1/xxx), aperture (f/x.x) and sensitivity (ISO xxx), while most other modes rely on the camera's computer to determine one or more of these 3 settings.

Why Manual? If you were to shoot with another setting without adjusting exposure compensation (EC), the images would turn out too dark due to the white ice. While you could adjust the EC to correctly expose for the ice, but the results may not be consistent if there is a varying about of ice in the image.

Check the Histogram

Reviewing the histogram on the back display of your camera will help adjust the settings to the correct exposure. This is usually found by cycling through the display formats on the back screen.

A properly exposed image with create a histogram pattern similar to the image below, with a spike almost at the right edge representing the white from the ice.

If the spike is at or exceeds the edge, the photo will be overexposed and too bright, while having the spike towards the middle indicates that it is underexposed.

Overexposed image

Underexposed image

Working on the right settings

Aperture

Set the aperture as wide as your lens allows, which will let the camera receive as much light as possible offering the highest possible shutter speeds eliminating blur. Also, with larger apertures such as f/2.0 and f/2.8, it helps isolate the target from the background of the image. (Remember: larger apertures are smaller numbers, aka f/2.8 >> f/32)

Shutter Speed and Sensitivity (ISO)

After setting the aperture, the shutter speed and sensitivity will be a bit of compromise depending on your camera and location that you are shooting.

Higher ISO sensitivity: On older cameras, higher ISO results in poorer image quality
High Shutter Speed: Allows the ability to stop action and eliminate motion blur

In the example below, the Rockford Metrocentre's lighting is so poor that I had to push my then seven-year old Canon 1D Mark I to its limits using a sensitivity of ISO 3200. Note the graininess in the jerseys and other dark areas.

OR

Low ISO sensitivity: Increases image quality
Low Shutter Speed: Creates motion blur, which can potentially be distracting or ruin an image if too blurry

Obviously an extreme example, but this shot at 1/50 shutter speed is doing anything but stopping motion.

The best option is to find a medium that lets you to be happy with the results that still maintains a proper exposure of the image. Because I like to print 8x10 and larger images, I tend to try to stay around ISO 800 and adjust the shutter speed accordingly, typically varying between 1/400 and 1/640 depending on arena.

Auto-Focus

Finally, I want to note that I use the "AI Servo" tracking, which allows me to track the players or objects as they move. Additionally rather than letting the camera decide where to auto-focus, I change the AF to a single point to the center and try to target the player's crest or place it where the player's head is to keep their face in focus.

In the next installment, I will comment on a couple lenses that I have used while shooting hockey.

8/23/11 Blog Suggestion: Milwaukeehockey.com

2011-08-23T07:31:00.000-07:00

One of the most venerable blogs relating to the Milwaukee Admirals, dating back to their IHL days, has been MilwaukeeHockey.com. While the blog is not necessarily updated daily, it provides links to excellent reading material along with outstanding Admirals photography from a different perspective. In addition to the current news and photos, his History and All-Time Uniform Number sections have been invaluable for reference that cannot be found anywhere else besides old programs.

Web: http://www.MilwaukeeHockey.com

8/22/11 Blog Suggestion: The Peoria Rivermen Blog

2011-08-22T06:43:00.000-07:00

This week, AHL in Photos will move slightly away from photos during the calm before the storm that is the 2011/12 American Hockey League season and offer up some various AHL related blogs that I personally enjoy checking out on a daily basis. All of these blogs can be accessed at anytime on the right-hand side of the site.

Today's recommended blog is The Peoria Rivermen Blog. If the name did not already give it away, the blog covers everything and anything related to the Peoria Rivermen. A rather new blog, started back in March of this year, kept fans up to date with the scenarios required for the 2011 Calder Cup Playoff hunt, offered game previews and recaps, and everything else that a Rivs fan needs to know.

Web: http://rivermenblog.wordpress.com/
Twitter: @LetsGoRivs

Top 10: #1 Travis Morin

2011-08-15T08:05:00.000-07:00

Easily my favorite shot of the season as Texas Stars forward Travis Morin #23 celebrates one of his goals leading to a Stars victory over the Milwaukee Admirals in Game 2 of the first round of Calder Cup playoffs, as some of the crowd shares in his excitement.

Hope that you enjoyed the Top 10 run-down from the 2010/11 season as we get closer to the 2011/12 season, and look forward to bringing more photos next season!

Top 10: #2 Ivan Vishnevskiy

2011-08-12T06:01:00.000-07:00

Coming in the runner-up spot is this shootout goal by Rockford Icehog Ivan Vishnevskiy, as he beats Milwaukee Admirals goalie Mark Dekanich on November 5, 2010.

Top 10: #3 Casey Wellman

2011-08-10T12:18:00.000-07:00

Slotting into the 3rd position is this shot of Houston Aero Casey Wellman's celebration contrasting the disappointment seen in Milwaukee Admirals goaltender Jeremy Smith. This goal would prove to be the series-winner in Game 7 on May 10, 2011.

Stay tuned each weekday this week as we count down to #1.

Top 10: #4 Andre Deveaux

2011-08-09T12:21:00.000-07:00

From way back in October comes my favorite fight shot, as Scott Ford of the Admirals went looking for a fight and ended up taking a couple fists before he expected it from Chicago Wolves forward Andre Deveaux on October 15, 2010 at the All-State Arena.

Stay tuned each weekday this week as we count down to #1.

Top 10: #5 Garnet Exelby

2011-08-08T11:10:00.000-07:00

My favorite Starting Line-up shot from the season, features Rockford Icehogs Captain Garnet Exelby from the Febuary 9, 2011 against the Houston Aeros at the Rockford MetroCentre.

Stay tuned each weekday this week as we count down to #1.

Top 10: #6 Matt Hackett

2011-08-05T07:27:00.000-07:00

Goalie Matt Hackett rounds out this week's #s 6-10 of the Top 10 sporting his Houston Aeros mask and jersey, complete with Calder Cup Finals patch from Game 2 on May 29, 2011.

Stay tuned each weekday in the next two weeks as we count down to #1.

Top 10: #7 Hugh Jessiman

2011-08-04T05:59:00.000-07:00

Hugh Jessiman slots in the #7 slot of the Top 10 for this monster hit hit on San Antonio's Jonas Ahnelov along the boards as the Rampage visted the Rockford Icehogs on January 17, 2011.

Stay tuned each weekday in the next two weeks as we count down to #1.

Top 10: #8 Blake Geoffrion

2011-08-03T11:42:00.000-07:00

Finishing up the Admirals shots in the Top 10 list is Blake Geoffrion's hit on Toronto Marlies Nazem Kadri on January 8, 2011. You can see the entire video of the hit here:

Stay tuned each weekday in the next two weeks as we count down to #1.

Top 10: #9 Roman Josi

2011-08-02T14:08:00.000-07:00

Next on the list of Top 10 is fellow Milwaukee Admirals player Roman Josi who slide the puck by Rockford Icehogs goaltender Hannu Toivonen stick-side for the game-winning shootout goal on December 10, 2010.

Stay tuned each weekday in the next two weeks as we count down to #1.

Top 10: #10 Mike Bartlett

2011-08-01T08:16:00.000-07:00

With the start of August, AHL in Photos will finally present the Top 10 from the 2010/11 AHL season.

Mike Barlett beats Peoria goalie Jake Allen five-hole as the Peoria Rivermen visited the Milwaukee Admirals on March 13, 2011 for the #10 spot on the list.

Stay tuned each weekday in the next two weeks as we count down to #1.

6/29/11 Hannu Toivonen

2011-06-29T08:10:00.000-07:00

Peoria Rivermen goaltender Hannu Toivonen prepares to make a stop on the shot attempt by Colin Wilson (#33) of the Milwaukee Admirals. Milwaukee Admirals at Peoria Rivermen, January 10, 2010.

6/22/11 Ben Smith

2011-06-22T08:04:00.000-07:00

Rockford Icehogs Ben Smith skates out for the starting lineup. Milwaukee Admirals at Rockford Icehogs, February 26, 2011.

6/14/11 Jim O'Brien

2011-06-14T06:33:00.000-07:00

Binghamton Senators Jim O'Brien celebrates after receiving the 1st Star. Binghamton Senators at Houston Aeros, Calder Cup Finals Game 2; May 28, 2011

6/3/11 Matt Hackett (Top 10 Nominee)

2011-06-03T12:06:00.000-07:00

One final Top 10 Nominee from taking in Games 1/2 of the Calder Cup Finals has the arena lighting cast a nice glow just behind Matt Hackett's mask. Binghamton Senators at Houston Aeros, Calder Cup Finals Game 2; May 29, 2011.

6/1/11 Roman Wick & Drew Bagnall

2011-06-01T10:46:00.000-07:00

Houston's Drew Bagnall (#29) and Binghampton's Roman Wick (#14) fight for position. Binghampton Senators at Houston Aeros, Calder Cup Finals Game 2; March 28, 2011.

5/31/11 Marco Scandella

2011-05-31T08:11:00.000-07:00

Aeros Defenseman Marco Scandella drives to the net. Binghampton Senators at Houston Aeros, Calder Cup Finals Game 2; May 28, 2011.

5/24/11 Adam Keefe

2011-05-24T08:37:00.000-07:00

#11 Adam Keefe of the Grand Rapids Griffins. Grand Rapids at Milwaukee Admirals, January 6, 2011.

5/23/11 Chris Chelios

2011-05-23T09:00:00.001-07:00

Chicago Wolves Chris Chelios chats with Referee Frederic L'Ecuyer (#48) during a play stoppage. Milwaukee Admirals at Chicago Wolves, 2010 Calder Cup Playoffs Round 1 Game 7, April 26, 2010.

5/20/11 Casey Wellman (Top 10 Nominee)

2011-05-20T06:19:00.000-07:00

Houston Aeros Casey Wellman celebrates after scoring the game-winning goal in Game 7 of the 2nd Round of Calder Cup Playoffs. Houston Aeros at Milwaukee Admirals, May 10, 2011.

5/11/11 Houston Aeros

2011-05-11T11:28:00.000-07:00

The Houston Aeros bench celebrates following their victory of Game 7. Houston Aeros at Milwaukee Admirals; May 10, 2011.

5/9/11 Eddie Lack

2011-05-09T08:06:00.000-07:00

Manitoba Moose goalie Eddie Lack. Manitoba Moose at Milwaukee Admirals, February 5, 2011.

5/6/11 Colton Gillies (Top 10 Nominee)

2011-05-06T07:45:00.001-07:00

Colton Gillies nets the insurance marker in Game 2, in which he also nets this weeks Top 10 Nominee. Houston Aeros at Milwaukee Admirals Game 2, May 1, 2011.

5/5/11 Brandon Bollig

2011-05-05T11:23:00.000-07:00

Brandon Bollig of the Rockford Icehogs looks at the camera. Rockford Icehogs at Milwaukee Admirals, March 11, 2011.

5/3/11 Maxim Noreau

2011-05-03T09:01:00.000-07:00

Aeros Maxim Noreau takes a shot during Game 2 of the Round 2 of the Calder Cup Playoffs. Houston Aeros at Milwaukee Admirals; May 1, 2011.

5/2/11 Marco Scandella

2011-05-02T09:27:00.000-07:00

Houston Aeros Defenseman Marco Scandella; Houston Aeros at Milwaukee Admirals, April 29, 2011.

4/29/11 Jeremy Smith (Top 10 Nominee)

2011-04-29T07:41:00.000-07:00

First Top 10 Nominee from the Calder Cup Playoffs, Admirals goalie Jeremy Smith celebrates after the series-winning goal in the 2nd Overtime period. Texas Stars at Milwaukee Admirals Game 6, April 25, 2011.

4/28/11 Patrick O'Sullivan

2011-04-28T08:02:00.000-07:00

Patrick O'Sullivan celebrates after scoring. Milwaukee Admirals at Houston Aeros, March 15, 2011.

4/27/11 Ben Smith

2011-04-27T05:44:00.000-07:00

Ben Smith of the Rockford Icehogs takes a shot. Rockford Icehogs at Milwaukee Admirals, November 3, 2010.

4/26/11 Francis Wathier

2011-04-26T12:36:00.001-07:00

Francis Wathier of the Texas Stars smiles while preparing to take a faceoff. Texas Stars at Milwaukee Admirals Game 6, April 25, 2011.

4/25/11 Robbie Earl

2011-04-25T11:30:00.000-07:00

Robbie Earl of the Houston Aeros controls the puck while looking to make a pass. Houston Aeros at Peoria Rivermen, April 25, 2009.

4/22/11 Travis Morin (Top 10 Nominee)

2011-04-22T10:27:00.000-07:00

Travis Morin celebrates his 3rd Period goal of Game 2 along with some Texas Stars fans. Texas Stars at Milwaukee Admirals Game 2, April 16, 2011.

4/21/11 Gabriel Bourque

2011-04-21T09:09:00.000-07:00

Gabriel Bourque scores his second goal of the game beating Stars goaltender Richard Bachman stick-side; Texas Stars at Milwaukee Admirals Game 1, April 14, 2011.

4/20/11 Matt Hackett

2011-04-20T06:22:00.000-07:00

Aeros Goaltender Matt Hacket makes a pad save. Houston Aeros at Rockford Icehogs, February 19, 2011.

4/18/11 Richard Bachman

2011-04-18T07:13:00.001-07:00

Texas Stars goalie Richard Bachman makes the save on Admirals #19 Gabriel Bourque's shot. Texas Stars at Milwaukee Admirals Round 1 Game 2, April 16, 2011.

4/15/11 Taylor Beck (Top 10 Nominee)

2011-04-15T07:48:00.000-07:00

Taylor Beck shows off some stick flex. Milwaukee Admirals at Peoria Rivermen, April 9, 2011.

4/14/11 Nathan Oystrick

2011-04-14T07:50:00.000-07:00

Nathan Oystrick takes a shot in warmups sporting the special Rivs themed jersey. Milwaukee Admirals at Peoria Rivermen, April 9, 2011.

4/13/11 Tyler Beskorowany

2011-04-13T08:38:00.000-07:00

Texas Stars goalie Tyler Beskorowany shares a laugh in warmups. Texas Stars at Milwaukee Admirals, April 8, 2011.

4/12/11 Ilari Filppula

2011-04-12T07:55:00.000-07:00

Grand Rapids Centerman Ilari Filppula shows a little hesitation before preparing for the faceoff. Grand Rapids Griffins at Milwaukee Admirals, April 6, 2011.

4/11/11 Matt Kassian (Top 10 Nominee)

2011-04-11T08:22:00.001-07:00

Houston Aeros Matt Kassian made his return to the lineup a week ago against the Chicago Wolves, and netted this, his 4th goal of the season. Houston Aeros at Chicago Wolves, April 2, 2011.

4/6/11 Josh Tordjman

2011-04-06T07:53:00.000-07:00

A look at some of the intricate detail of Josh Tordjman's Houston Aeros/Bakersfield Condors themed mask. Houston Aeros at Chicago Wolves, April 2, 2011.

4/4/11 Darren Haydar

2011-04-04T07:08:00.000-07:00

Darren Haydar, Houston Aeros at Chicago Wolves, April 2, 2011.

4/1/11 Sergio Somma (Top 10 Nominee)

2011-04-01T07:32:00.000-07:00

Sergio Somma celebrates after netting the game-winning shootout goal for the Chicago Wolves. Hamilton Bulldogs at Chicago Wolves, March 26, 2011.

3/31/11 Patrick O'Sullivan

2011-03-31T09:24:00.000-07:00

Aeros forward Patrick O'Sullivan skates some sprints in pre-game warmups. Milwaukee Admirals at Houston Aeros, March 15, 2011.

3/30/11 Nolan Yonkman

2011-03-30T08:31:00.000-07:00

Former Milwaukee Admiral captain Nolan Yonkman sports the Milwaukee Police & Fire Department jersey against Lake Erie. Lake Erie Monsters at Milwaukee Admirals, April 3, 2009.

3/29/11 Carl Klingberg

2011-03-29T07:52:00.000-07:00

Chicago Wolves recent addition Carl Klingberg, who played with Timra SK of the SEL earlier in the season. Hamilton Bulldogs at Chicago Wolves, March 26, 2011.

3/28/11 Matt Climie

2011-03-28T07:13:00.000-07:00

San Antonio Rampage Goalie Matt Climie, San Antonio Rampage at Milwaukee Admirals, March 27, 2011.

3/25/11 Teemu Laakso (Top 10 Nominee)

2011-03-25T06:25:00.000-07:00

Admirals Teemu Laakso blocks the shot of Ian Moran of the Oklahoma City Barons as goaltender Jeremy Smith sprawls to make the save. Oklahoma City Barons at Milwaukee Admirals, March 22, 2011.

3/24/11 Mark Arcobello

2011-03-24T06:19:00.000-07:00

Mark Arcobello scores the game-tying goal for the Oklahoma City Barons in the final minutes of the 3rd Period, but would fall to the Milwaukee Admirals in a shootout. Oklahoma City Barons at Milwaukee Admirals, March 22, 2011.

3/23/11 Julien Brouillette

2011-03-23T07:21:00.001-07:00

Julien Brouillette of the Lake Erie Monsters celebrates after scoring his first goal of the season. Lake Erie Monsters at Milwaukee Admirals, March 19, 2011.

3/22/11 Zack Torquato

2011-03-22T07:44:00.000-07:00

Recent call-up to the Rockford Icehogs, Zack Torquato lays a hit on Admirals Connor Shields. Rockford Icehogs at Milwaukee Admirals, March 11, 2011

3/21/11 Mike Barlett (Top 10 Nominee)

2011-03-21T07:35:00.001-07:00

Other things kept me from updating the site last week, but still can't forget to throw up a Top 10 Nominee from last week! This time, its Mike Barlett beating Peoria goalie Jake Allen through the five-hole. Peoria Rivermen at Milwaukee Admirals, March 13, 2011.

3/11/11 Mark Dekanich (Top 10 Nominee)

2011-03-11T06:37:00.000-08:00

Admirals goaltender Mark Dekanich stopped Manitoba Moose forward Alexandre Bolduc's breakaway with his foot. Manitoba Moose at Milwaukee Admirals, February 5, 2011.

3/10/11 Jeremy Smith

2011-03-10T07:23:00.000-08:00

Milwaukee Admirals goaltender Jeremy Smith stretches to get a pad on a Griffins shot. Grand Rapids Griffins at Milwaukee Admirals; January 6, 2011.

3/9/11 Dropkick Murphys

2011-03-09T07:08:00.000-08:00

Not Hockey related? Actually it is, taken at the Dropkick Murphys concert after the Milwaukee Admirals vs. Chicago Wolves game at the Bradley Center on February 25, 2011.

3/8/11 Alexandre Bolduc

2011-03-08T06:16:00.000-08:00

Alexandre Bolduc, Manitoba Moose at Milwaukee Admirals, February 5, 2011.

3/7/11 Brock McBride

2011-03-07T06:39:00.000-08:00

Former Aero Brock McBride deflects a puck on net leading to the first Admirals goal. Milwaukee Admirals at Chicago Wolves, March 4, 2011.

3/4/11 Tim Miller (Top 10 Nominee)

2011-03-04T07:13:00.001-08:00

Chicago Wolves Tim Miller takes advantage of fumbled puckhandling by Milwaukee goaltender Anders Lindback. Chicago Wolves at Milwaukee Admirals, February 25, 2011.

3/3/11 Colton Gillies

2011-03-03T06:28:00.000-08:00

Colton Gillies of the Houston Aeros, February 18, 2011

3/2/11 Francis Wathier

2011-03-02T06:52:00.000-08:00

Texas Stars #38 Francis Wathier provides an excellent screen as Milwaukee goalie Mark Dekanich gets a pad on the puck. Texas Stars at Milwaukee Admirals, February 20, 2011.

3/1/11 James Reimer

2011-03-01T03:18:00.000-08:00

Marlies goaltender James Reimer prepares to stop a shot. Toronto Marlies at Milwaukee Admirals, March 13, 2010.

2/28/11 Kyle Hagel

2011-02-28T07:03:00.001-08:00

Rockford's Kyle Hagel (#14) lands a punch on Scott Ford's helmet. Milwaukee Admirals at Rockford Icehogs, February 26, 2011.

2/25/11 Max Noreau (Top 10 Nominee)

2011-02-25T07:01:00.000-08:00

This text-book hip check by Houston Aeros Max Noreau on Admirals Chris Mueller nets him a Top 10 Nominee, despite being whistled for "tripping" on the play. Houston Aeros at Milwaukee Admirals, Feburary 18, 2011.

2/24/11 Darren Haydar

2011-02-24T06:48:00.000-08:00

Darren Haydar nets the first goal of the game, as the Wolves defeat the Milwaukee Admirals. Chicago Wolves at Milwaukee Admirals, February 11, 2011.

2/23/11 Tim Miller

2011-02-23T06:49:00.000-08:00

Chicago Wolves Tim Miller, who was recalled from the ECHL Gwinett Gladiators earlier this season. Chicago Wolves at Milwaukee Admirals, February 11, 2011.

2/22/11 Matt Hackett

2011-02-22T07:10:00.000-08:00

Houston Aeros goaltender Matt Hackett; Houston Aeros at Milwaukee Admirals, Febuary 18, 2011.