Banjo 4 Posted May 2, 2014 Share Posted May 2, 2014 (edited) Tale of Two Finnish Brothers It has been nine whole years since Finnish brothers, Hunter and Hudson Backenbauer, last saw each other in their hometown of Turku, Finland. Upon the divorce of their parents, little brother Hudson moved with his mother to Canada while big brother Hunter eventually moved to Seattle, Washington a year later. It was an emotional time for both brothers, as they knew that they would not be seeing each other for a long time. The wait came to an end recently, when Hunter Backenbauer was claimed off of waivers by the Brampton Blades. This signing reunited Hunter with his brother who was claimed off of waivers by Brampton just weeks before. Hunter and Hudson Backenbauer have already been enjoying their time together in Brampton. "It really means a lot," said Hudson Backenbauer, "my brother and I have not seen each other for years, and to see each other in the same locker room, words cannot describe my feeling." Although the season has already ended for the Blades, the claiming of the Backenbauer brothers has given the duo a chance to get acquainted with some general managers and other players before the season 38 VHLM draft. "I have not started playing hockey with my brother again," Hunter claimed, "we have just been talking, spending time together. We have a lot of years to catch up on and so much has changed since we moved away from Turku." Hunter spent several years in Seattle with his father, former VHL players, Hanz Backenbauer. Hunter's father taught him many skills that would stick with the young player in his future. It was this practice and training that got Hunter a scholarship to play NCAA division I hockey at Michigan State University where he led the team in goals and points his junior year. Hunter Backenbauer playing at Michigan State University. It was here where he led his team in goals and points in his junior year. Younger brother Hudson did not have the luxury of his father's training, but he developed his play on the ponds of Ontario, Canada and began playing for the 'AAA' Novice Grads. His play and leadership with the Novice Grads led to an invite from the U18 Finland team. This was a dream come true for Hudson as he was able to represent his home country. Hudson Backenbauer during his time with the U18 Finland team. Both Backenbauer brothers felt that they were ready to declare for the VHLM after their junior playing careers. "My time at Michigan State really developed me as a player. The competition of division I hockey was great, and to play against future VHL stars really helped me personally," said Hunter. It is no secret to anyone who has been around the VHL for a while that the father of the duo, Hanz, did not enjoy great success during his time in the league. Some analysts have wondered if the same future was in store for Hunter and Hudson Backenbauer. "I don't think that my brother and I are going to follow the same path as our father," Hudson said while laughing, "we are prepared for the VHLM and everything else that our hockey careers hold for us." Although the brothers are currently on the Brampton Blades, neither knows what will happen when the VHLM draft comes around. "I really do hope that my brother and I can play on the same team. I believe that our chemistry would be unmatched and we could make for one awesome combination," said Hunter. Could this be a sight after the season 38 VHLM draft? Edited May 2, 2014 by Banjo Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/7586-claimedreunited-once-again/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin Victor 10,940 Posted May 2, 2014 Admin Share Posted May 2, 2014 If this gets the best out of both Backenbauers I will be very happy. Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/7586-claimedreunited-once-again/#findComment-68518 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seventy-Four 16 Posted May 2, 2014 Share Posted May 2, 2014 If this gets the best out of both Backenbauers I will be very happy. ARE YOU SUGGESTING I'M NOT ALWAYS AT MY BEST? Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/7586-claimedreunited-once-again/#findComment-68599 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin Victor 10,940 Posted May 2, 2014 Admin Share Posted May 2, 2014 You know I expect perfection 24/7. You only deliver it 23/7. Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/7586-claimedreunited-once-again/#findComment-68602 Share on other sites More sharing options...
eaglesfan036 4,603 Posted May 2, 2014 Share Posted May 2, 2014 Brother combos are deadly in the VHL. Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/7586-claimedreunited-once-again/#findComment-68605 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seventy-Four 16 Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 You know I expect perfection 24/7. You only deliver it 23/7. You're wrong because I sleep for one hour a day and if you knew me you know I sleep very well. WTF Victor. Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/7586-claimedreunited-once-again/#findComment-68751 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin Victor 10,940 Posted May 3, 2014 Admin Share Posted May 3, 2014 No there's a bit of a dip around the 9pm mark. Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/7586-claimedreunited-once-again/#findComment-68807 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Molholt 2,185 Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 Brother combos are deadly in the VHL. Tell that to Luukas and Jarkko Olsen. 0_o Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/7586-claimedreunited-once-again/#findComment-68808 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Svoboda_3 Posted May 4, 2014 Share Posted May 4, 2014 Content: 3/3 602 words. What a great article about the two brothers. I thought it was a nice first Media Spot and one that was interesting and one that could be extended for future Media Spots.Grammar: 2/2 Nothing really to note as serious. VHLM draft = VHLM Dispersal Draft (x3) personally," said = personally," said (just spacing) Appearance: 1/1 Great work.Overall: 6/6>>>12/12 (First 3 PT's are doubled for new members) Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/7586-claimedreunited-once-again/#findComment-69148 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 9, 2014 Share Posted September 9, 2014 Claimed Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/7586-claimedreunited-once-again/#findComment-118555 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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