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Admirals Continue Five-Game Homestand This Week

January 14, 2008 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Norfolk Admirals News Release


NORFOLK, VA - The Norfolk Admirals will conclude a five-game homestand this week at Scope after falling in three close contests last week.

On Wednesday night at Giant Center, Marc Denis made 28 saves but the Admirals fell to the Hershey Bears 2-1 as Hershey netminder Daren Machesney allowed only one goal on 30 shots. On Friday night at Scope, Justin Keller notched two assists but the Hartford Wolf Pack scored three first period goals to defeat the Admirals 4-2. On Saturday night at Scope, third period power play goals by Norm Milley and David Schneider drew Norfolk to within a goal of tying the game. However, they were unable to get the equalizer past Hartford goaltender Al Montoya as they fell to the Wolf Pack 3-2.

This week, the Admirals will continue a five-game homestand with three games at Scope. The Admirals will entertain Matt Keith and the Bridgeport Sound Tigers on Wednesday night. On Friday and Saturday, Dennis Bonvie and the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins will invade Scope. Game time for all Admirals home contests is 7:15 p.m.

EAST DIVISION STANDINGS

At 11-25-1-3, the Admirals are seventh in the East Division with 26 points. The East is led by the Philadelphia Phantoms (27-12-1-0, 55 pts) followed by the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins (23-13-0-2, 48 pts), Hershey Bears (22-15-0-2, 46 pts), Albany River Rats (22-19-0-2, 46 pts), Binghamton Senators (18-16-4-3, 43 pts) and Bridgeport Sound Tigers (18-21-1-0, 37 pts).

THE ADMIRALS' WEEK AHEAD

Wed., Jan. 16 ... vs. Bridgeport Sound Tigers (New York Islanders) ... 7:15 p.m.

Fri., Jan. 18 ... vs. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins (Pittsburgh Penguins) ... 7:15 p.m. (Educator's Night)

Sat., Jan. 19 ... vs. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins (Pittsburgh Penguins) ... 7:15 p.m.

ADMIRALS' LOG

- Admirals Alternate Captain Norm Milley is on a seven-game scoring streak (4-3-7) since December 29 at Hershey. The streak is tied for the longest of the season for the Admirals (Kyle Wanvig). He also has points in eight of his last nine games (5-4-9).

- Milley's three goals over the last four games have been scored on the power play. In his prior 34 games, none of his nine goals were power play goals, although he had seven assists with the man advantage.

- Admirals Captain Dan Jancevski is on a six-game scoring streak (2G, 6A) dating back to December 31 at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton and has points in seven of his last eight games (2G, 8A) dating back to December 27 vs. Philadelphia.

- Jancevski also has assists in his previous five games (6A) to tie a season high assist streak (MacDonald and Wanvig).

- The Admirals out-shot their opponents in back-to-back games for just the second time this season this past Friday and Saturday against Hartford. The Admirals have not been out-shot in their last four games (three times out-shooting opponent and one time with shots even). Prior to the run, the Admirals had been out-shot in 27 of 36 games.

- Kyle Wanvig was selected as a Canadian AHL All-Star last week. Wanvig continues to lead the Admirals with 13 goals and 23 assists for 36 points in 33 games. He was recalled to the Admirals' NHL parent club, the Tampa Bay Lightning, earlier this month.

- Norfolk's games against Hartford last weekend were the first against non-East Division opponents since the Admirals hosted Springfield at Scope on November 23 and 24. The Admirals will not face another non-East Division team until February 22 and 23 at Manchester.

- Following Hershey's 2-1 win over the Admirals last Wednesday, Bears goaltender Daren Machesney has beaten the Admirals in the past six games played between the teams this season and has allowed one goal in each of the past five games between the clubs.

ADMIRALS RBK/AHL PLAYER OF THE WEEK NOMINEE

Norfolk captain Dan Jancevski continued his scoring ways with points in all three games the Admirals played this week. He assisted on Norfolk's only goal on Wednesday at Hershey. He picked up one power play assist on Friday vs. Hartford. He then registered two helpers on third period power play goals on Saturday vs. Hartford. The Admirals blueliner is now on a six-game scoring streak (2G, 6A) dating back to December 31 at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton and has points in seven of his last eight games (2G, 8A) dating back to December 27 vs. Philadelphia. Jancevski also has assists in his previous five games (6A) to tie a season high assist streak (MacDonald and Wanvig).

NORFOLK LEADERS

Goals: Kyle Wanvig (13) Assists: Kyle Wanvig (23)

Points: Kyle Wanvig (36) Games: Karl Stewart (39)

PP goals: Kyle Wanvig (7) SH goals: Several (1)

+/- Rating: Jay Leach (+4) PIM: Jay Rosehill (97)

GAA: Marc Denis ( 3.15) Spct: Jonathan Boutin (.897)

Wins: Jonathan Boutin (6) Losses: Jonathan Boutin (11)

GPI: Jonathan Boutin (22) Minutes: Jonathan Boutin (1180)

BRIDGEPORT LEADERS

Goals: Jeff Tambellini (22) Assists: Jeff Tambellini (22)

Points: Jeff Tambellini (44) Games: Frans Nielsen, Matthew Spiller (40)

PP goals: Jeff Tambellini, Ben Walter (7) SH goals: Jeff Tambellini (5)

+/- Rating: Andy Sertich (+5) PIM: Kip Brennan (205)

GAA: Mike Morrison (2.74) Spct: Mike Morrison (.906)

Wins: Mike Morrison (12) Losses: Mike Morrison (13)

GPI: Mike Morrison (21) Minutes: Mike Morrison (1225)

WILKES-BARRE/SCRANTON LEADERS

Goals: Chris Minard (17) Assists: Tim Brent (27)

Points: Tim Brent (33) Games: Ardelan, Engelland, Smith (38)

PP goals: Chris Minard (9) SH goals: Ryan Lannon (1)

+/- Rating: Ben Lovejoy (+12) PIM: Dennis Bonvie (122)

GAA: John Curry (1.82) Spct: John Curry (.923)

Wins: Ty Conklin (11) Losses: Ty Conklin (7)

GPI: Ty Conklin (18) Minutes: Ty Conklin (1058)

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TODAY IS ADMIRALS LITERACY DAY AT THE GREENBRIER BARNES AND NOBLE

Today will be the Admirals Literacy Day and Fundraiser/Book Fair at the Greenbrier Barnes and Noble location. The event will benefit the REACH. (Reading Enriches All Children) Foundation. All day long, portion of book sales will be donated to the REACH Foundation and customers can also purchase books to donate to the homeless shelters and the Admirals reading program. #9 Blair Jones and #24 David Schneider will read from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. and #14 Norm Milley and #35 Jonathan Boutin will read 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Mascots Hat Trick and Salty will also appear at the event. To download a voucher so that your purchase will benefit the REACH Foundation, please visit http://www.reachnkids.org/documents/BookfairVoucher1142008.pdf For more information about the REACH Foundation, please visit http://www.reachnkids.org/

PINK IN THE RINK A GREAT SUCCESS

The Norfolk Admirals and the Tidewater Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen "For the Cure" Foundation would like to thank everyone who participated in Saturday's Pink in the Rink. On Saturday, the largest crowd at Scope this season participated in events educated and raised awareness about breast cancer while also raising monies for Susan G. Komen. "Pink in the Rink was a great success," said Admirals Vice President Mark Bernard. "We look forward to growing our relationship with the Susan G. Komen Foundation and making this event even bigger in the years to come."

UPCOMING EVENTS/PROMOTIONS

Friday, January 18 (vs. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins)

- Educator's Night - Groups of ten or more educators may purchase $8 Red Level seats for Friday's game through the Admirals group sales department. Red Level Seats are normally $12. Tickets must be purchased by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 17 to receive the discount. Please call (757) 640-1212 ext. 23 to purchase tickets or for more information.

Saturday, January 19 (vs. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins)

- STIHL Hometown Hero Presentation - The Norfolk Admirals and STIHL, Inc., will honor an outstanding citizen for making a difference in Hampton Roads in another STIHL Hometown Hero Presentation.

THIS WEEK ON THE IN MOTION PHYSICAL THERAPY ADMIRALS HOUR

Tune in to the In Motion Physical Therapy Admirals Hour on Thursday evening at 6:00 p.m. on ESPN Radio 1310 WGH-AM. The "Voice of the Admirals" Pete Michaud will welcome #28 Jay Leach in the studio to take fans' calls.

ADMIRALS MEDIA GUIDES AVAILABLE

The Admirals are pleased to announce that the first ever Norfolk Admirals Media Guide is now available for purchase. With detailed information on the history of the AHL Admirals, biographies of current players, coaching staff and management, as well as a look at Norfolk's history against its opponents, an Admirals media guide is an excellent companion for any diehard fan while watching or listening to games. Admirals Media Guides are available for $15 at the Admirals Center Ice Souvenir Stand during games or at the Admirals Online Merchandise store at norfolkadmirals.com.

TICKETS

To purchase tickets to any Admirals game, you may visit the Scope Box Office weekdays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., visit any Ticketmaster outlet, call Ticketmaster at (757) 671-8100 or visit Ticketmaster online at www.ticketmaster.com.

Save money by purchasing Admirals season tickets, ten packs or group tickets! Stop by the Admirals' administrative offices at Scope or call (757) 640-1212 weekdays from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

ON THE RADIO/INTERNET

All games are broadcast on ESPN Radio 1310 WGH-AM. The games are also cybercast at SportsJuice.com. Go to SportsJuice.com, or click on the link at norfolkadmirals.com. Broadcasts begin 15 minutes prior to game 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 norfolkadmirals.com and click the B2 Networks banner to view all Admirals' home and away games.

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