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Hogs Try To Keep Pace In Tight West Division

November 26, 2007 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Rockford IceHogs News Release


Another three games in three nights for the Rockford IceHogs came to a close during Week 8 and the Hogs came away with a pair of points. Rockford now readies for three more contests during Week 9 including a home game on Wednesday against Houston and the club's first match-ups against Eastern Conference foes.

Friday, Nov. 23: Quad City Flames 5 vs. Rockford IceHogs 3 Saturday, Nov. 24: Rockford IceHogs 3 at Chicago Wolves 8

Sun., Nov. 25: Grand Rapids Griffins 1 vs. Rockford IceHogs 3

Bacon Bits:

Rockford is 7-3-0-0 against the AHL's North Division this season including 3-0-0-0 at home

The IceHogs allowed a franchise record-tying five power-play goals on Saturday in Chicago

Center Petri Kontiola became the fifth IceHogs skater to get recalled to the Chicago Blackhawks this season

The other four are Dave Bolland, Dustin Byfuglien, Jake Dowell and Kris Versteeg

With their win on Sunday, the IceHogs improved its record to 3-0-0-0 in the third game of a three-game weekend

Goalie Corey Crawford turned away an IceHogs season-high 42 shots on goal in Rockford's 3-1 win over Grand Rapids on Sunday

Rockford has outscored its opponents 33-22 in the first period this season

The Hogs are 9-2-1-1 when scoring the game's first goal

This week Rockford will play an Eastern Conference team for the time when they travel to Providence and Manchester

Hot Hog Week 8:

After getting re-assigned to Rockford from Chicago, center Dave Bolland didn't miss a beat in his return to the IceHogs. Bolland had a goal and three assists in Rockford's three-game week. Bolland spent three weeks with the Blackhawks before returning to the IceHogs.

Upcoming Games:

Wednesday, Nov. 28 vs. Houston Aeros. The puck drops at 7:05 p.m. The IceHogs are home to take on the Aeros for a second time this season and first at the Rockford MetroCentre. Wednesday is Crown Royal Night with the IceHogs at the MetroCentre.

Friday, Nov. 30 at Providence Bruins. The puck drops at 6:05 p.m. Rockford hits the road for a brief two-game swing out east. The match-up is Rockford's first ever against an Eastern Conference club. The Bruins have been red hot to start the season and the IceHogs will look to cool them down at the Dunkin Donunts Center.

Saturday, Dec. 1 at Manchester Monarchs. The game starts at 6:05 p.m. Rockford concludes Week 9 of the 2007-08 regular season at the Verizon Wireless Center against the Monarchs. Rockford and Manchester will meet up twice this season, including once more at the Rockford MetroCentre in January.

The IceHogs Broadcasting Network:

Rockford IceHogs fans can catch all of the IceHogs regular and post-season games on the Hogs flagship radio station Rockford's Voice, WNTA-AM 1330 and 30 regular season games on ESPN Radio 1380-AM, WTJK. Fans can also watch and listen to the Hogs on the World Wide Web with the B2 Networks! Visit the IceHogs Web site (icehogs.com) and click on the "click here to watch the game live" icon, and for just $6, you can catch all of the IceHogs action on your computer. Also, fans with Insight Cable television can tune in to Channel 57 for all the IceHogs hockey action this season. The broadcast begins with the Pregame Show 30 minutes before the puck drops. Make sure to give your opinion during the Post-Game Call-In Show following each home game at (815) 874-8255.

Where to Watch the IceHogs:

IceHogs fans can now catch every IceHogs regular season game live on TV! Every IceHogs home game during the 2007-08 season can be viewed on Insight Cable Channel-57. When the IceHogs are on the road fans can watch them live at Damon's Grill in Rockford. Fans can take advantage of great Bud Light specials and food specials at Damon's Grill.

Hog Talk Tonight At Cousin's Bar and Grill:

Bud Light Hog Talk returns tonight at Cousin's Bar and Grill! Cousin's Bar and Grill is the site for the IceHogs weekly talk show. Appearing on the show this week is Hogs defenesman Jerramie Domish and center Dave Bolland. The show runs from 6:30-7:30 p.m. and is hosted by Jim Stone and Double T. Bud Light Hog Talk returns to the airwaves as well, as fans can tune in live to 1330-AM, WNTA to catch the show. Come out to Cousin's Bar and Grill to talk Hogs hockey and enjoy some great Bud Light and food specials!

Tickets Now On Sale!

IceHogs individual game tickets are now on sale! Call (815) 968-5222 to reserve your seats for any IceHogs regular season game during the 2007-08 season. Tickets can also be purchased in person at the Rockford MetroCentre Box Office in downtown Rockford or on the web at www.centreevents.com. Tickets start at just $9.

Week 9 Schedule

Wednesday, Nov. 28 vs. Houston, 7:05 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 30 at Providence, 6:35 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 1 at Manchester, 6:05 p.m.


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