Sports merchandise store owner is among those cheering most for pro hockey’s return Evan Jones October 20, 2016 1 minute read The owner of a Roanoke sports merchandise store will be among those most happy to see professional hockey return tomorrow to the valley — and not just because he’s selling plenty of Rail Yard Dawgs items. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story. Share: Post navigation Previous: ACLU seeks remedy for voters affected by crashNext: Drug Take Back Day on Saturday Related Stories Whit Babcock announces retirement from athletics director role at Virginia Tech Clark Palmer April 23, 2026 Calling all heroes: TAP asks for donations for its Superhero Kids Counseling Program Emma Thomas April 23, 2026 Roanoke Fashion Week Returns Emma Thomas April 22, 2026