AHL Norfolk Admirals

Admirals clinch playoff berth with weekend sweep

Published on April 3, 2006 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Norfolk Admirals News Release


NORFOLK, VA - The Admirals ended a four-game road tilt by sweeping all three weekend games, and clinched a playoff spot for the 2006 Calder Cup Playoffs. After dropping a 5-0 contest at Philadelphia on March 29th, Norfolk rebounded to defeat Albany 4-1 on the 31st. The next night, Adam Munro stopped 34 of 35 shots and Scott Bertoli scored his first AHL career goal as the Admirals downed Binghamton 3-1. Norfolk synched a playoff berth with a 3-2 win at Hartford on April 2nd, behind a two-goal night by Nathan Barrett and a three-point performance by Mike Brown.

STANDINGS

At 39-27-4-4 (86 pts), Norfolk is currently third in the East. The division is led by Wilkes-Barre/Scranton (47-17-5-5, 104 pts), followed by Hershey (42-20-4-10, 98 pts) in second. Bridgeport (37-29-6-3, 83 pts) is in fourth, while Binghamton (32-33-4-4, 72 pts) and Philadelphia (32-34-1-7, 72 pts) are tied for fifth.

THE WEEK AHEAD

Wednesday, April 5...Norfolk vs. Philadelphia Phantoms...7:15 p.m.

Friday, April 7...Norfolk @ Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins...7:05 p.m.

Saturday, April 8...Norfolk vs. Hershey Bears...7:15 p.m.

Sunday, April 9...Norfolk @ Philadelphia Phantoms...5:05 p.m.

NORFOLK LEADERS

Goals: Mark Cullen (29) Assists: Martin St. Pierre (46)

Points: Mark Cullen (68) Games Played: Steve Munn (73)

PP goals: Nathan Barrett (19) SH goals: Quintin Laing (3)

+/- Rating: Quintin Laing (+20) PIM: Shawn Thornton (186)

GAA: Adam Munro (2.64) Spct: Adam Munro (.909)

Wins: Corey Crawford (21) Losses: Corey Crawford (22)

GPI: Corey Crawford (46) Minutes: Corey Crawford (2647)

PHILADELPHIA LEADERS

Goals: Tony Voce (23) Assists: John Slaney (38)

Points: Tony Voce (49) Games Played: David Printz (74)

PP goals: Tony Voce (13) SH goals: Pat Kavanagh (3)

+/- Rating: Charlie Cook (+10) PIM: Riley Cote (236)

GAA: Martin Houle (2.43) Spct: Martin Houle (.916)

Wins: Martin Houle (17) Losses: Martin Houle (17)

GPI: Martin Houle (37) Minutes: Martin Houle (2002)

WILKES-BARRE/SCRANTON LEADERS

Goals: Erik Christensen (23) Assists: Matt Hussey (27)

Points: Matt Hussey (45) Games Played: Stephen Dixon (74)

PP goals: Erik Christensen (10) SH goals: Several (1)

+/- Rating: Alain Nasreddine (+20) PIM: Dennis Bonvie (402)

GAA: Dany Sabourin (2.20) Spct: Dany Sabourin (.925)

Wins: Dany Sabourin (27) Losses: Dany Sabourin (13)

GPI: Dany Sabourin (45) Minutes: Dany Sabourin (2701)

HERSHEY LEADERS

Goals: Tomas Fleischmann (27) Assists: Lawrence Nycholat (41)

Points: Tomas Fleischmann (57) Games Played: Dave Steckel (72)

PP goals: Eric Fehr (14) SH goals: Dave Steckel (4)

+/- Rating: Tomas Fleischmann (+13) PIM: Louis Robitaille (310)

GAA: Frederic Cassivi (2.57) Spct: Frederic Cassivi (.908)

Wins: Frederic Cassivi (32) Losses: Frederic Cassivi (18)

GPI: Frederic Cassivi (58) Minutes: Frederic Cassivi (3358)

TEAM NOTEBOOK

- With victories of 4-1 at Albany on March 31st and 3-1 at Binghamton on April 1st, the Admirals held their foes to one or fewer goals on the road for just the third and fourth times this season. Norfolk is 4-0-0-0 in road matches and 10-1-0-0 overall when the opposition scores fewer than two goals.

- Norfolk's shutout loss at Philadelphia on March 29th was just the team's second such loss and first road shutout loss this season. The Ads' other blanking also came against Philadelphia on October 22nd at Scope.

- Adam Munro has won five consecutive decisions (since March 17th vs. Hartford) and six of seven starts. He has not allowed more than two goals in each of the six victories.

- Martin St. Pierre netted his 20th goal of the year at Albany on March 31st, marking the first time in franchise history the Admirals have had five players with 20 or more goals scored (Barrett, Corazzini, Cullen, Keith).

- Scott Bertoli collected his first AHL career point with an assist at Albany on March 31st and scored his first AHL career goal at Binghamton on April 1st.

- Corey Crawford ended a five-game losing streak (since March 5th) with a win at Hartford on April 2nd.

UPCOMING PROMOTIONS

Saturday, April 8 (Hershey Bears)

- SPCA Night - The Norfolk SPCA will hold its annual raffle and silent auction of numerous sports memorabilia and donations from local businesses on the concourse by Gate 14. Proceeds to benefit the Norfolk SPCA.

- Mascot Mania - a variety of sports teams' and business' mascots invade Scope to entertain fans of all ages.

- Celebrity Hockey Game - Before the Admirals' game, come watch a slew of local celebrities face off in a special afternoon hockey game at 5:30 p.m. to benefit the American Cancer Society's "Relay For Life". Tickets are available through Hampton Roads "Relay For Life" teams or by calling the Admirals' office. Tickets must be purchased by close of business on Friday, April 7th.

- STIHL's Hometown Heroes - Throughout the season, STIHL Inc. and the Admirals will recognize individuals who make a difference in the Hampton Roads Community. The next Hometown Hero will be honored with a presentation during the game that evening.

Friday, April 14 (Binghamton Senators)

- Fan Appreciation Night - Throughout the evening, prizes from the Admirals and their many fine sponsors, will be awarded to say thanks to the greatest fans in hockey!

- First Team Auto Truck Shootout - The contestants who scored during the First Team Auto intermission contest this season will be invited back for a shot at winning a brand new truck from First Team Auto!

- Pre-game Party at AJ Gator's - 244 Granby St. in Norfolk. For $15, receive a red level ticket, hors d'oeuvres buffet and a soft drink before the game, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Tickets available at the Scope Box Office. Season ticket holders, call the Admirals' office for special discount.

- STIHL's Hometown Heroes - Throughout the season, STIHL Inc. and the Admirals will recognize individuals who make a difference in the Hampton Roads Community. The final Hometown Hero of the season will be honored with a presentation during the game that evening.

ON THE RADIO/INTERNET

All games are broadcast on 670-AM WPMH, 1270-AM WTJZ and 1450-AM WVBA. The games are also cybercast at SportsJuice.com. Go to www.SportsJuice.com, or click on the link at www.norfolkadmirals.com. Pre-game broadcasts begin 15 minutes prior to game starting time.

Games are also viewable through the Internet on a pay-per-view basis through B2 Networks for anyone with a high-speed cable modem, T1 or DSL broadband connection and Windows Media Player 9 or higher. Visit www.norfolkadmirals.com and click the B2 Networks banner to view all Admirals' home and away games.

The next Admirals Hour radio show is Tuesday, April 4th from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. on 670-AM WPMH, 1270-AM WTJZ, 1450-AM WVBA and 1310-AM ESPN Radio. This week, Pete Michaud welcomes Admirals' Captain Shawn Thornton as his special guest in the studio taking fans' calls.

TICKET INFORMATION

Tickets for all remaining contests on the Admirals' home schedule are available at the Scope Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, charge-by-phone at (757) 671-8100 and online at www.ticketmaster.com.

Playoff Packages, 10-Packs and Group Tickets are available through the Admirals' office. For more information, visit the club's website at www.norfolkadmirals.com or call the Admirals at (757) 640-1212.

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