Checkers Lose to Comets 8-2

October 18, 2019 - UTICA, NY - The Checkers ran into a red-hot Utica squad Friday night and couldn't hand them their first loss of the season, dropping a 6-2 decision to the Comets. The tone was set in the first frame when the Comets opened the scoring midway through the period, then tallied two more less than 30 seconds apart to build a 3-0 lead and chase starter Alex Nedeljkovic from the game. The second period featured a valiant effort from Charlotte to turn the tide, but a shorthanded breakaway conversio... Full Story


October 18, 2019 - ESTERO, Fla. - Florida Everblades defenseman Michael Downing has been loaned to the American Hockey League's Bakersfield Condors, Everblades head coach Brad Ralph announced on Friday. Downing, 24, is in his fourth season as a pro and has suited up in 96 career contests at the AHL level. The Canton, Michigan, native has tabbed three goals and 15 points in his AHL career, while he has notched 11 points (2g-9a) in 23 career ECHL games. Downing, who was under an NHL contract with the Florida P... Full Story

October 18, 2019 - ESTERO, Fla. - The Florida Everblades' home opener is set for Saturday night, and the team is pleased to announce a host of renovations that will be ready for the game to help elevate the fan experience. Since purchasing the Everblades and Hertz Arena in early August, the Hoffmann Family of Companies has undertaken several large-scale projects to upgrade Hertz Arena, upgrades that will be on display when fans enter for the 'Blades matchup against the Norfolk Admirals on Saturday. As part ... Full Story

October 15, 2019 - ESTERO, Fla. - The NHL's Nashville Predators have assigned defenseman Brandon Fortunato from the American Hockey League's Milwaukee Admirals to the Florida Everblades, Everblades head coach Brad Ralph announced on Tuesday. Fortunato, 23, is in his first year as a pro and the first year of a two-year, entry-level contract with the Predators. The North Hills, New York, native is coming off a career-high 23 assists and 28 points in his senior season at Quinnipiac University in 2018-19. Though he... Full Story

• Defenseman Fortunato Assigned to Florida by NHL's Predators - Florida Everblades (ECHL) October 15
• 'Blades Weekly: One Sweep Down; Home Opener on the Horizon - Florida Everblades (ECHL) October 14
• 'Canes Recall Gibbons from Charlotte - Charlotte Checkers (AHL) October 13
• Two for Tanner: Jeannot's Two Strikes Help 'Blades Sweep Norfolk - Florida Everblades (ECHL) October 12
• Opening Statement: 'Blades Top Admirals 4-3 to Pick up First Win - Florida Everblades (ECHL) October 11
• Checkers Raise Cup Banner, Drop Home Opener - Charlotte Checkers (AHL) October 11
• Everblades Announce 2019-20 Season-Opening Roster - Florida Everblades (ECHL) October 10
• 'Canes Recall Gauthier from Charlotte - Charlotte Checkers (AHL) October 9
• WJBX News, Talk & More Returns as Broadcast Home of the 'Blades - Florida Everblades (ECHL) October 9
• Everblades Add Dehner, Trade Lammon, Hudon to Allen - Florida Everblades (ECHL) October 7
• Checkers Snag First Win on Road in Springfield - Charlotte Checkers (AHL) October 6
• Florida Earns Comeback Win in OT to Finish Preseason - Florida Everblades (ECHL) October 5
• Checkers' Rally Attempt Falls Short in Opener - Charlotte Checkers (AHL) October 5
• Preview: Preseason Wraps up with Saturday Tilt against Solar Bears - Florida Everblades (ECHL) October 5
• 'Blades Rally Falls Short in Preseason Opener - Florida Everblades (ECHL) October 4
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Defenseman Brandon Fortunato with Quinnipiac University

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October 19	ECHL	Norfolk at Florida	7:00 p.m.
October 18	AHL	Charlotte 2 at Utica 8	Final
October 12	AHL	Bridgeport 1 at Charlotte 4	Final
October 12	ECHL	Florida 5 at Norfolk 2	Final
October 11	AHL	Bridgeport 4 at Charlotte 2	Final
October 11	ECHL	Florida 4 at Norfolk 3	Final
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• Everblades, Hertz Arena ready for their close-up on Saturday - ECHL Fort Myers News-Press (October 17)
• Hertz renovations update ahead of Everblades opener - ECHL Fort Myers News-Press (October 17)
• Key Charlotte Checkers say team’s 2-2 start will improve - AHL Charlotte Observer (October 16)
• Admirals fall to 0-2 with second loss to Everblades - ECHL Newport News Daily Press (October 13)
• Admirals’ rally falls short at Scope in ECHL opener under new management - ECHL Virginian Pilot (October 12)
• Norfolk Admirials Opening Game - ECHL Virginian Pilot (October 12)
• Admirals’ rally falls short at Scope in ECHL opener under new management - ECHL Virginian Pilot (October 12)
• Admirals’ rally falls short at Scope in ECHL opener under new management - ECHL Newport News Daily Press (October 12)
• Sound Tigers pick up first win against defending champs - AHL Connecticut Post (October 12)
• Norfolk Admirials Opening Game - ECHL Newport News Daily Press (October 12)
• Forward Julien Gauthier recalled by Carolina Hurricanes - AHL Charlotte Observer (October 10)
• Florida Everblades adapting to NHL affiliation with Predators a focal point for new season - ECHL Fort Myers News-Press (October 10)
• Watch: Everblades ready for 2019-20 season, new affiliation with Nashville Predators - ECHL Fort Myers News-Press (October 9)
• Checkers to raise championship banner at Friday home opener - AHL Charlotte Observer (October 9)
• Springfield Thunderbirds' comeback falls short against the Charlotte Checkers, 4-2 - AHL Springfield Republican (October 7)
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