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Cyclones Win Third Straight by Sinking Stingrays, 2-1

December 22, 2012 - ECHL (ECHL)
Cincinnati Cyclones News Release


CINCINNATI, Ohio - Behind an outstanding performance in net by goaltender Brian Foster, the Cincinnati Cyclones (17-8-2-0) picked up their third win of the week by beating the South Carolina Stingrays (13-15-1-1) by a 2-1 final score in front of 3,559 at U.S. Bank Arena on Saturday night. With the victory, Cincinnati swept the Stingrays 3-0 in the 2012-13 season series.

After a scoreless first period, the Cyclones finally ended the offensive drought by way of a power play when South Carolina forward Chris Langkow was sent to the penalty box for holding. Mike Pelech delivered a pass from the left circle to Garrett Wilson who was waiting at the top of the crease. The second-year forward slipped it by the right leg of Stingrays goaltender Jeff Jakaitis (L, 25 saves, 0-1-1-1) at 8:20 of the middle frame for his 10th goal of the season. Cincinnati defenseman Brian O'Hanley was also credited with an assist on the play, marking his 100th point as a professional. The Cyclones extended their advantage to 2-0 at the 12:44 mark as John McFarland wrested a shot into the back of the net from between the circles after Pelech connected on a pass from behind the South Carolina goal. The score would remain 2-0 as the teams headed into the second intermission.

South Carolina cut the Cincinnati lead in half at 8:15 into the final period on a Hunter Bishop power play goal after he found a rebound in the slot. Despite several attempts in the final minutes, the Stingrays were unable to get past the defense of Brian Foster (W, 12-3-2-0, 25 saves) and company as the Cyclones held on to win by a 2-1 final score.

The Cyclones Radio Network Stars of the Game are as follows:

First Star: Brian Foster (25 saves, winning goaltender for Cincinnati)

Second Star: John McFarland (1 goal, GWG for Cincinnati)

Third Star: Mike Pelech (2 assists for Cincinnati)

After a few days off to celebrate Christmas, the Cyclones will return to the ice at U.S. Bank Arena on Thursday, December 27 when they play host to the Elmira Jackals at 7:30pm. It will be another Kids Eat FREE Night where fans ages 2-12 will receive a FREE meal courtesy of Donatos. Plus, the Stanley Cup will be in the house for fans to see and take pictures with! Call 513.421.PUCK or visit CyclonesHockey.com to reserve your seats! Fans can also get the latest team updates throughout the season on Facebook and Twitter (@CincyCyclones).

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