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Ahead of this weekends Super Rugby semi-final clash between the Hurricanes and the Chiefs, we take a look at some of the key battles, including Ardie Saveas tussle with Sam Cane for the All Blacks No 7 jersey. Sky Live: Hurricanes v Chiefs Hurricanes wait on the fitness of captain Dane Coles ahead of Saturdays Super Rugby semi-final Sam Cane v Ardie SaveaThere will be a back row battle of seismic proportions as the Hurricanes Ardie Savea clashes with the Chiefs Sam Cane at 8.15 on Saturday morning, live on Sky Sports 1.In recent times, Savea has ramped up the pressure on Cane in his quest for the All Blacks No 7 jersey with a string of strong performances, with many in New Zealand calling for Cane to make way for the 22-year-old. Sam Cane on the charge for the Chiefs against the Highlanders The Chiefs were without Cane for half of their quarter-final showdown with the Stormers after a head-knock forced the flanker from the field at the break, but in the time he features, Cane has already contributed seven tackles and a turnover before his enforced exit.Cane has made the most tackles of any player in Super Rugby this season so far, putting in 195 hits on opposition ball carriers. His opposite number Savea was a part of a Hurricanes side that dismantled the Sharks in spectacular fashion in their quarter-final last Saturday, providing 11 tackles, one turnover and 38 metres made with the ball. Ardie Savea combined with TJ Perenara and Waisake Naholo as New Zealand travelled 70 metres up the pitch to score in the second Test against Wales in June The younger Savea has made the second-most tackles of any player this season (180), the most metres made by a Hurricanes forward (766m) while also having the equal-most try assists by a forward with five. On the international stage the battle continues. Cane started all three test victories against Wales in the summer Tests, Savea making his mark from off the bench, particularly in the second test when he raced 40 metres to score the All Blacks final try.Aaron Cruden v Beauden BarrettAaron Cruden may have been the man that started in the number 10 shirt in New Zealands series against Wales but it was his competitor Beauden Barrett that was stealing the show at its conclusion. All Black fly-halves Beauden Barrett and Aaron Cruden do battle at Westpac Stadium After a neck injury forced Cruden from the field after just 20 minutes into the second test, Barrett stepped into the fray and played some of the best rugby of his career, leaving All Blacks head coach Steve Hansen with a sizeable selection headache ahead of the Rugby Championship.The fly-half rivals go head-to-head on Saturday morning in the all-Kiwi Super Rugby clash, with both keen to show they can put in commanding performances in a high-pressure environment. Aaron Cruden releases the ball against the Stormers Barrett is Super Rugbys leading points scorer (193) and has made the most try assists for his side with six, and in recent weeks has provided a series of masterclass displays to guide the Hurricanes to this stage of the tournament. For Cruden, the match provides the opportunity to re-instate himself as the leading fly-half in New Zealand, reinforcing his quality in the minds of the selectors. Damian McKenzie v James MarshallDamian McKenzie was the star of the show as the Chiefs put on an attacking masterclass against the Stormers running in eight tries. McKenzie finished off this fantastic team effort by the Chiefs to open the scoring against the Force in March The full-back was peerless with the boot, missing just one attempt, and crossed for his 10th try of the season, only Israel Folau has scored more this campaign.The 21-year-old has been a ever-present force at the back for the Waikato-based side this year, and is the only Chiefs squad member to have played every minute of 2016.McKenzie has made 1,464 metres this season, ranking him the third most successful metre-maker in Super Rugby 2016. Marshall and McKenzie both played their part in the Super Rugby tries of the week He faces James Marshall, a try scorer in last weekends 41-0 victory over the Sharks. The full-back made 48 metres in 12 carries against the South Africans, making five tackles at the back in a game where his side exercised their dominance throughout.Just like McKenzie, when given space at the back Marshall poses a dangerous threat. The 27-year-old carried more than any other Hurricanes player in their quarter-final with 22 runs; the Chiefs will be aware of the danger of allowing him the space to counter-attack. Also See: Sky Live: Hurricanes v Chiefs Sky Live: Lions v Highlanders Stiles named new Reds coach Follow us @SkySportsRugby Tyrod Taylor Jersey . -- The Sacramento Kings have signed first-round pick Nik Stauskas to his rookie contract. Jarvis Landry Jersey . Harris has played in six games since joining the Argos in 2012, completing 17-of-35 passes for 256 yards and one touchdown. http://www.brownsrookiestore.com/Browns-Chad-Thomas-Jersey/. The third baseman whipped the ball across the diamond to second baseman Aaron Hill. 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The leagues general managers and coaches voted for Reinhart over Western Conference finalist Mitch Holmberg, a 62-goal scorer for the Spokane Chiefs. Reinhart set a franchise record for assists in a season with 69 and, combined with 36 goals in 60 games, the 18-year-old from Vancouver tied for fourth in WHL scoring. But the son of former NHL defenceman Paul Reinhart was a stellar two-way player for the Ice with a plus-24 rating. He posted a torrid 48 points in 22 games from Dec. 4 to Feb. 28. Central Scouting ranks Reinhart third among North American skaters for the NHL draft, up from fourth in Januarys midterm rankings. The Four Broncos Trophy that goes to the player of the year is given in memory of four Swift Current Broncos who died in a team bus crash in 1986. Reinhart, six foot one and 186 pounds, also earned the WHLs sportsmanlike award for his paltry 11 minutes in penalties. "Both of those awards say a lot about his character," Ice coach Ryan McGill said. "Mitch Holmberg is one heck of a player, but Sam is the complete package. He is the smartest player in the Western Hockey League not only with the puck, but without the puck." Reinharts brother Griffin is an Edmonton Oil Kings defenceman who was drafted fourth overall by the New York Islanders two years ago. Another brother Max is a Calgary Flames prospect currently playing in the AHL. Sam and Griffin both played for the Canadian team that finished fourth in the world junior hockey championship in Malmo, Sweden, in January. Sam was a dominant player upon his return to the Ice. "It was a good year individually and as a team," Sam said. "I think our depth really showed in the second half and ultimately made it easier on me to produce offensively." The Ice were eliminated in the second round of playoffs in a seven-game series with the Medicine Hat Tigers. Reinhart had six goals and 17 assists in 13 playoff game. Hes begun preparing for the NHL combine May 25-31 in Toronto. Reinhart intends to play in the NHL next season. "Im confident in my abilities right now to do that," he said. "I learned a lot this year, played in a lot of situations. I think thats only going to benefit me down the road. "Im excited for it and Im ultimately preparing for training camp in September where ever that may be." Holmberg, a 21-year-old winger from Sherwood Park, Alta., won the WHLs scoring trophy. Hes only the second player to score over 60 goals in a season in the last 13 years. Holmberg spent his entire five-year career with the Spokane Chiefs and recently joined the Bakersfield Condors for the ECHL playoffs. The Kelowna Rockets picked up a pair of major player trophies with Jordon Cooke named the seasons best goalie and centre Nick Merkley taking the rookie awaard.dddddddddddd The 16-year-old Merkley, from Calgary, compiled 25 goals and 33 assists in 66 games. Cooke posted a 39-7-0-4 record with four shutouts. The 20-year-old from Leduc, Alta., had a 2.28 goals-against average and a save percentage of .922. Derek Pouliot of the Portland Winterhawks was chosen top defenceman. The 19-year-old from Weyburn, Sask., contributed 19 goals and 53 assists in 58 games and posted a plus-minus of plus-40. Pouliot is a first-round draft pick of the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Victoria Royals swept the hockey management awards with former NHL winger Dave Lowry taking the coaching award and general manager Cam Hope named executive of the year. The Royals finished third overall in the Western Conference with a 48-20-1-3 record. Saskatoon Blades defenceman Nelson Nogier earned the scholastic award with a 96 per cent average in his Grade 11 studies, while the Calgary Hitmen took team scholastic honours. Moose Jaw Warriors captain Sam Fioretti was given the humanitarian award for his work in anti-bullying and reading programs. Nathan Wieler from Regina was chosen the WHLs top official. Prior to the awards luncheon, the WHLs board of governors approved the sale of the Regina Pats and Prince George Cougars to new owners. The Cougars ownership group includes local businessmen as well as alumni and NHL players Dan Hamhuis and Eric Brewer. "Its great to have WHL alumni like Dan Hamhuis and Eric Brewer, both former Prince George Cougars, who will do a great job," WHL commissioner Ron Robson said. "These guys are not just there because of their names. Theyre there because they want to contribute and be actively involved and thats great news for us." A group of Regina businessmen headed by Anthony Marquart takes over the Pats from Russ and Diane Parker, who have owned the team for 19 seasons. Both sales are expected to be finalized next month. Robson says the WHL has taken a hands-on role with the struggling Lethbridge Hurricanes, who have been losing games, money and attendance in recent years. Some players left the community-owned team during the season and an assistant coach is reportedly suing the team for wrongful dismissal. The league is working with the club on a new business plan. "Weve set out some conditions of approval of that business plan of which we want to see some changes immediately," Robson said. "One is certainly improving the financial performance of the franchise and probably most important is making sure the on-ice performance of the team is going in the right direction. "Theres not a team thats not going to be impacted by missing the playoffs the number of seasons that they have and they find themselves in a bit of a hole, but with the proper structure moving forward, they can be successful. "Its a great hockey community, a great facility and we just need the right leadership to get in place to get that job done." 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rts brother Griffin is an Edmonton
