Oklahoma City Barons
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The Oklahoma City Barons are a professional ice hockey
team in the American Hockey League
, and serve as the top affiliate for the Edmonton Oilers
of the National Hockey League
. The team's first season was 2010–11
. They play their home games at the newly renovated Cox Convention Center
, in Oklahoma City
, Oklahoma
.
On February 9, 2010, the American Hockey League Board of Governors approved of the relocation of the Oilers' inactive AHL franchise to Oklahoma City, after a five year dormancy. The franchise had gone through several incarnations, the first of which was the Nova Scotia Oilers
and most recently the Edmonton Road Runners
, who ceased play in 2005.
The Cox Convention Center has been home to former Central Hockey League
(CHL) franchises; the Oklahoma City Stars
, and the Oklahoma City Blazers
. Bob Funk Jr., who headed the Blazers' ownership group, is also at the helm of Prodigal Hockey LLC, the Barons' ownership group.
On July 9, 2010, Colin McDonald
and Jake Taylor
were officially announced as the first players signed to play in Oklahoma City.
On July 15, 2010, it was announced that Todd Nelson would be the Barons' Head Coach, with Gerry Fleming
joining him as his assistant. On August 6, Bill Scott, a former Director of Hockey Operations for the AHL, was named as the Barons' General Manager.
, symbolizing a rich tradition in the production of oil in the state of Oklahoma, and further showcasing the similarities between the cities of Edmonton
and Oklahoma City.
Like the other 29 teams in the American Hockey League, the Oklahoma City Barons play in the Reebok EDGE style uniforms. The Barons' home uniform is a white jersey with a midnight blue collar and trim, while their away uniform is a midnight blue jersey with a copper collar and trim, with the Barons logo placed on the front. These jerseys have been styled from the Edmonton Oilers' now-former away and current alternate jerseys, respectively. The Barons' shoulder logos also include the Edmonton Oilers logo and the "OKC" secondary logo.
is a mountain lion, named Derrick. Derrick was officially introduced on July 27, 2010, after a lengthy "Name the Mascot" fan contest, which was held on the Barons' website. Derrick's role within the Barons' organization will be interacting with fans; having his photo taken, meeting and greeting, and signing autographs during their home games. He will also make public appearances in and around Oklahoma City.
(Leading Goal Scorer)
Fred T. Hunt Memorial Award
Ice hockey
Ice hockey, often referred to as hockey, is a team sport played on ice, in which skaters use wooden or composite sticks to shoot a hard rubber puck into their opponent's net. The game is played between two teams of six players each. Five members of each team skate up and down the ice trying to take...
team in the American Hockey League
American Hockey League
The American Hockey League is a 30-team professional ice hockey league based in the United States and Canada that serves as the primary developmental circuit for the National Hockey League...
, and serve as the top affiliate for the Edmonton Oilers
Edmonton Oilers
The Edmonton Oilers are a professional ice hockey team based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. They are members of the Northwest Division in the Western Conference of the National Hockey League ....
of the National Hockey League
National Hockey League
The National Hockey League is an unincorporated not-for-profit association which operates a major professional ice hockey league of 30 franchised member clubs, of which 7 are currently located in Canada and 23 in the United States...
. The team's first season was 2010–11
2010–11 AHL season
The 2010–11 AHL season is the 75th season of the American Hockey League. An all-time high of thirty teams will play 80 games each during the regular season schedule, which started on October 8, 2010 and ended on April 10, 2011...
. They play their home games at the newly renovated Cox Convention Center
Cox Convention Center
The Cox Business Services Convention Center is a multi-purpose complex, located in downtown Oklahoma City, Oklahoma....
, in Oklahoma City
Oklahoma city
Oklahoma City is the capital and largest city of the U.S. state of Oklahoma.Oklahoma City may also refer to:*Oklahoma City metropolitan area*Downtown Oklahoma City*Uptown Oklahoma City*Oklahoma City bombing*Oklahoma City National Memorial...
, Oklahoma
Oklahoma
Oklahoma is a state located in the South Central region of the United States of America. With an estimated 3,751,351 residents as of the 2010 census and a land area of 68,667 square miles , Oklahoma is the 28th most populous and 20th-largest state...
.
History
The Barons were named through a fan contest. Fans could submit the name of their choice via the ownership group's website and several local outlets. The name, logos and colors were leaked nearly two weeks before they were officially released on May 19, 2010.On February 9, 2010, the American Hockey League Board of Governors approved of the relocation of the Oilers' inactive AHL franchise to Oklahoma City, after a five year dormancy. The franchise had gone through several incarnations, the first of which was the Nova Scotia Oilers
Nova Scotia Oilers
The Nova Scotia Oilers were a minor professional ice hockey team in the American Hockey League based in Halifax, Nova Scotia from 1984 to 1988. The Oilers played their home games at the Halifax Metro Centre, and were the AHL affiliate of the Edmonton Oilers, whose logo theirs resembled.The Oilers...
and most recently the Edmonton Road Runners
Edmonton Road Runners
The Edmonton Road Runners were an ice hockey team in the American Hockey League. They played in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada at Rexall Place.-History:...
, who ceased play in 2005.
The Cox Convention Center has been home to former Central Hockey League
Central Hockey League
The Central Hockey League is a mid-level professional hockey league, owned by Global Entertainment Corporation. Its current champions are the Bossier-Shreveport Mudbugs, which defeated the Colorado Eagles four games to three in the 2011 playoffs....
(CHL) franchises; the Oklahoma City Stars
Oklahoma City Stars
The Oklahoma City Stars were a minor league professional ice hockey team in the Central Hockey League from 1978 to 1982. They were affiliated with the Minnesota North Stars of the National Hockey League....
, and the Oklahoma City Blazers
Oklahoma City Blazers
The Oklahoma City Blazers were a professional ice hockey team that played in the Northwest Division of the Central Hockey League. The Blazers played at the Ford Center, located in downtown Oklahoma City. Their colors were burgundy, gold and white...
. Bob Funk Jr., who headed the Blazers' ownership group, is also at the helm of Prodigal Hockey LLC, the Barons' ownership group.
On July 9, 2010, Colin McDonald
Colin McDonald (ice hockey)
Colin J. McDonald is an American professional ice hockey player who currently plays for the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins of the American Hockey League . He was selected by the Edmonton Oilers in the 2nd round of the 2003 NHL Entry Draft, 51st overall...
and Jake Taylor
Jake Taylor (ice hockey)
Jake Taylor is an American professional ice hockey defenseman who currently plays for the Oklahoma City Barons of the American Hockey League...
were officially announced as the first players signed to play in Oklahoma City.
On July 15, 2010, it was announced that Todd Nelson would be the Barons' Head Coach, with Gerry Fleming
Gerry Fleming
Gerald Alexander Fleming is a retired Canadian professional ice hockey forward who played 11 games in the National Hockey League for the Montreal Canadiens. He is currently an assistant coach with the Oklahoma City Barons.-External links:...
joining him as his assistant. On August 6, Bill Scott, a former Director of Hockey Operations for the AHL, was named as the Barons' General Manager.
Logos and uniforms
The Oklahoma City Barons colors are midnight blue, copper and white (with red used for outlining), this color palette was also used by the Edmonton Oilers between 1996–2011. The Barons' logo prominently features an oil derrickDerrick
A derrick is a lifting device composed of one tower, or guyed mast such as a pole which is hinged freely at the bottom. It is controlled by lines powered by some means such as man-hauling or motors, so that the pole can move in all four directions. A line runs up it and over its top with a hook on...
, symbolizing a rich tradition in the production of oil in the state of Oklahoma, and further showcasing the similarities between the cities of Edmonton
Edmonton
Edmonton is the capital of the Canadian province of Alberta and is the province's second-largest city. Edmonton is located on the North Saskatchewan River and is the centre of the Edmonton Capital Region, which is surrounded by the central region of the province.The city and its census...
and Oklahoma City.
Like the other 29 teams in the American Hockey League, the Oklahoma City Barons play in the Reebok EDGE style uniforms. The Barons' home uniform is a white jersey with a midnight blue collar and trim, while their away uniform is a midnight blue jersey with a copper collar and trim, with the Barons logo placed on the front. These jerseys have been styled from the Edmonton Oilers' now-former away and current alternate jerseys, respectively. The Barons' shoulder logos also include the Edmonton Oilers logo and the "OKC" secondary logo.
Mascot
The Oklahoma City Barons' official team mascotMascot
The term mascot – defined as a term for any person, animal, or object thought to bring luck – colloquially includes anything used to represent a group with a common public identity, such as a school, professional sports team, society, military unit, or brand name...
is a mountain lion, named Derrick. Derrick was officially introduced on July 27, 2010, after a lengthy "Name the Mascot" fan contest, which was held on the Barons' website. Derrick's role within the Barons' organization will be interacting with fans; having his photo taken, meeting and greeting, and signing autographs during their home games. He will also make public appearances in and around Oklahoma City.
Regular season
| Season | Games | Won | Lost | OTL | SOL | Points | Goals for | Goals against | Standing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010–11 2010–11 AHL season The 2010–11 AHL season is the 75th season of the American Hockey League. An all-time high of thirty teams will play 80 games each during the regular season schedule, which started on October 8, 2010 and ended on April 10, 2011... |
80 | 40 | 29 | 2 | 9 | 91 | 245 | 234 | 5th, West |
Playoffs
| Season | 1st round | 2nd round | 3rd round | Finals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010–11 2010–11 AHL season The 2010–11 AHL season is the 75th season of the American Hockey League. An all-time high of thirty teams will play 80 games each during the regular season schedule, which started on October 8, 2010 and ended on April 10, 2011... |
L, 2–4, HAM Hamilton Bulldogs The Hamilton Bulldogs are a professional ice hockey team in the American Hockey League. They play in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, at Copps Coliseum, nicknamed 'The Dog Pound'. They are the AHL affiliate of the NHL's Montreal Canadiens... |
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Individual award winners
Willie Marshall AwardWillie Marshall Award
The Willie Marshall Award is given to the American Hockey League's leading goal scorer for the regular season. The award was established in the 2003–04 season to honour Willie Marshall, the AHL's all-time leader in goals, assists, points and games played...
(Leading Goal Scorer)
- Colin McDonaldColin McDonald (ice hockey)Colin J. McDonald is an American professional ice hockey player who currently plays for the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins of the American Hockey League . He was selected by the Edmonton Oilers in the 2nd round of the 2003 NHL Entry Draft, 51st overall...
, 2010–11
Fred T. Hunt Memorial Award
Fred T. Hunt Memorial Award
The Fred T. Hunt Memorial Award is an American Hockey League trophy awarded annually to the player best exemplifying sportsmanship, determination and dedication to hockey. The award is voted upon by players and members of the media around the American Hockey League.The award is named for Fred T...
- Bryan HelmerBryan HelmerBryan Berry Helmer is a professional ice hockey player who is the captain of the Oklahoma City Barons of the American Hockey League . He previously served as Captain for the Hershey Bears in the American Hockey League. He has also played in the NHL with the Phoenix Coyotes, St...
, 2010–11
Single season
- Goals: Colin McDonaldColin McDonald (ice hockey)Colin J. McDonald is an American professional ice hockey player who currently plays for the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins of the American Hockey League . He was selected by the Edmonton Oilers in the 2nd round of the 2003 NHL Entry Draft, 51st overall...
, 42 (2010–11) - Assists: Brad Moran, 52 (2010–11)
- Points: Alexandre GirouxAlexandre GirouxAlexandre Giroux is a Canadian ice hockey forward currently playing for the Springfield Falcons, of the American Hockey League .- Amateur :...
, 78 (2010–11) - Penalty minutes: Alex PlanteAlex PlanteAlexandre Plante is a Canadian professional ice hockey defenceman who is currently playing for the Oklahoma City Barons of the American Hockey League. He was selected by the Edmonton Oilers 15th overall in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft and made his National Hockey League debut in 2009–10...
, 138 (2010–11) - Wins: Martin GerberMartin GerberMartin Gerber is a Swiss professional ice hockey goaltender currently playing for the Växjö Lakers Hockey of the Elitserien...
, 20 (2010–11) - GAA: Martin Gerber, 2.60 (2010–11)
- SV%: Martin Gerber, .911 (2010–11)
Career
- Career goals: Colin McDonald, 42 (2010–11)
- Career assists: Brad Moran, 52 (2010–11)
- Career points: Alexandre Giroux, 78 (2010–11)
- Career penalty minutes: Alex Plante, 138 (2010–11)
- Career goaltending wins: Martin Gerber, 20 (2010–11)
- Career shutouts: Martin Gerber, 4 (2010–11)
- Career games: Colin McDonald; Ben OndrusBen OndrusBenjamin Matthew "Ben" Ondrus is a Canadian professional ice hockey right winger and captain for the Oklahoma City Barons of the American Hockey League .-Playing career:...
, 80 (2010–11)