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Admirals Set to Play Final Three Home Games of 2008-09 This Week

March 31, 2009 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Norfolk Admirals News Release


NORFOLK, VA - The Norfolk Admirals will close out the home portion of the 2008-09 schedule with three contests at Scope this week before playing their final contest against the Philadelphia Phantoms on Sunday night.

In their only game last week, the Admirals fell to the Grand Rapids Griffins 2-1 at Scope. Griffins goaltender Jimmy Howard stopped 47 of 48 Norfolk shots.

The Admirals will host the Hershey Bears Wednesday and the Philadelphia Phantoms Friday and Saturday before visiting Philadelphia Sunday.

EAST DIVISION STANDINGS

At 29-36-3-5 (66 points), the Admirals are in seventh place in the East Division. The Hershey Bears (47-20-1-6, 101 points) and Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins (46-24-2-2, 96 points) have both clinched playoff spots with the Bridgeport Sound Tigers (44-23-3-5, 96 points) in close pursuit. The fourth and final playoff spot is currently occupied by the Binghamton Senators (39-27-5-3, 86 points), but the Philadelphia Phantoms (38-29-2-4, 82 points) are only four points behind with a game in hand. The Albany River Rats (31-34-3-4, 69 points) occupy the sixth spot in the East.

THE ADMIRALS' WEEK AHEAD

Wed., Apr. 1 ... vs. Hershey Bears (Washington Capitals) ... 7:15 p.m.

Fri., Apr. 3 ... vs. Philadelphia Phantoms (Philadelphia Flyers) ... 7:15 p.m.

Sat., Apr. 4 ... vs. Philadelphia Phantoms (Philadelphia Flyers) ... 7:15 p.m.

Sun., Apr. 5 ... at Philadelphia Phantoms (Philadelphia Flyers) ... 7:15 p.m.

ADMIRALS' LOG

- On Sunday night, Brandon Bochenski became the 18th player to have suited up for both the Tampa Bay Lightning and Norfolk Admirals this season.

- Eight members of the 2008-09 Admirals have made their NHL debuts with the Lightning this season: Riku Helenius, Mike McKenna, Vladimir Mihalik, Kevin Quick, Brandon Segal, Radek Smolenak, Paul Szczechura and Ty Wishart.

- Juraj Simek has points in four of his last seven games (3G, 2A) and goals in three of his last six games (3G).

- Pete Zingoni has points in five of his last eight games (2G, 3A).

- Brent Henley has five points (0G, 5A) in 13 games during the month of March. He entered the month with one point (0G, 1A) in 31 games.

- Justin Keller's three-game point streak (1G, 2A) and 13-game home point streak (10G, 7A) ended in Friday's 2-1 loss to Grand Rapids.

- One of the best rivalries in the East Division will come to an end this week, as Norfolk and Philadelphia will square off for the final three times this week. The Admirals will welcome the Philadelphia Phantoms to Scope for the final two times this Friday and Saturday before visiting the Wachovia Spectrum for the last time on Sunday.

- Sunday's game will be the 86th and final all-time regular season meeting between Norfolk and Philadelphia. The Admirals have only played Hershey more (88 games after this season).

- Norfolk enters the weekend with a 43-31-2-5-2 all-time record against the Phantoms, including a 22-15-1-1-2 record when playing at Norfolk Scope Arena and a 21-16-1-4-0 record when playing in Philadelphia.

- Norfolk and Philadelphia met in the Calder Cup Playoffs twice. The Phantoms won the 2004 and 2005 East Division Semifinals over the Admirals in six games.

- Notable shared alumni between the Admirals and Phantoms include Nolan Baumgartner, Mark Cullen, Steve Downie, Matt Ellison, Matt Henderson, Michael Leighton, Eric Meloche, Mike Peluso, Jim Vandermeer, Peter White and Pete Zingoni.

ZINGONI NAMED ADMIRALS' AMERICAN SPECIALTY/AHL MAN OF THE YEAR

The Norfolk Admirals are proud to announce that forward Pete Zingoni has been named the team's winner of the American Specialty/AHL Man of the Year award for his outstanding contributions to the Hampton Roads community during the 2008-09 season. Zingoni is now one of 29 finalists for the AHL's 2008-09 Yanick Dupre Memorial Award, honoring the overall American Specialty/AHL Man of the Year.

Throughout the season, Zingoni has focused his time and energy on children - striving to be a good role model and positive influence to our area's youth. With a natural ability to relate to children, Zingoni devoted his off-ice time to promoting literacy, good sportsmanship and education. Zingoni visited schools throughout Hampton Roads and used the sport of hockey to teach geography, math, science and healthy lifestyle choices.

In recognition of his efforts, Zingoni will be presented with an etched crystal trophy during an on-ice presentation prior to an upcoming Admirals home game. Read more about Zingoni's community efforts at norfolkadmirals.com.

UPCOMING EVENTS/PROMOTIONS

For more details, please visit norfolkadmirals.com.

Wednesday, April 1 (vs. Hershey Bears)

- Family Fun Pack Night - Take advantage of the final Family Four Pack Night of the 2008-09 season this Wednesday night. Family Fun Packs offer four Red Level tickets, four hot dogs, four popcorns and four sodas for just $48 - that's a savings of $37! Family Fun Packs are available at the Scope Box Office and online at ticketmaster.com.

- Student Rush Night - Take advantage of the final Student Rush Night of the 2008-09 season this Wednesday night. High school and college students with a valid school ID can get $8 White Level tickets only at the Scope Box Office after 2:00 p.m. on the day of the game.

Friday, April 3 (vs. Philadelphia Phantoms)

- Admirals Trading Cards Giveaway Night - The first 2,000 fans through the gates will receive the final set of the 2008-09 Norfolk Admirals team trading cards.

Saturday, April 4 (vs. Philadelphia Phantoms)

- Fan Appreciation Night - The Admirals will close out the home portion of the 2008-09 season by thanking the most important members of the team - the fans - with Fan Appreciation Night. Come out for a fun night of hockey and you may leave with exciting prizes!

THIS WEEK ON THE ADMIRALS HOUR

Tune in to the Admirals Hour on Thursday evening at 6:00 p.m. on ESPN Radio 1310 WGH-AM. "The Voice of the Admirals" Pete Michaud will be joined in the studio by Admirals head coach Darren Rumble and assistant coach Alan May. If you have a question for the show, please call (757) 497-1310 during the show or email keith@norfolkadmirals.com prior to 2:00 on Thursday afternoon.

NORFOLK STREAKS AND TRENDS

Player Streak/Trend Totals Streak Start

Zenon Konopka Points in 13 of his last 17 games 5G, 13A 02/21 vs. BNG

Justin Keller Points in three of his last four games 1G, 2A 03/18 vs. BNG

Brandon Bochenski Points in four of his last six games 2G, 3A 03/14 at BNG

Brandon Bochenski Points in ten of his last 16 games 7G, 7A 02/20 vs. BNG

Justin Keller Points in eight of his last 13 games 4G, 5A 03/03 at BRI

Pete Zingoni Points in five of his last eight games 2G, 3A 03/11 at ALB

Mike Lundin Points/Assists in 3 of his last 5 games 0G, 3A 03/15 at PHI

Juraj Simek Points in four of his last seven games 3G, 2A 02/13 at BNG

ADMIRALS AMONG THE TOP 20 IN THE AHL:

- Goals: Brandon Bochenski (27, T-14th)

- Penalty Minutes: Zenon Konopka (186, 13th), Brent Henley (184, 16th)

- Power Play Goals: Brandon Bochenski (11, T-19th)

- Power Play Assists: Zenon Konopka (21, T-18th)

- Shorthanded Goals: Bracken Kearns, Justin Keller (2, T-17th)

- Shorthanded Assists: Zenon Konopka (2, T-10th)

- Game-Winning Goals: Brandon Bochenski (6, T-8th)

- Insurance Goals: Brandon Bochenski (5, T-1st)

- Unassisted Goals: Bracken Kearns and Brandon Segal (3, T-9th)

- Shots: Brandon Bochenski (256, 3rd), Blair Jones (248, 4th)

NORFOLK LEADERS

Goals: Brandon Bochenski (27)

Assists: Zenon Konopka (38)

Points: Zenon Konopka (54)

Games: Blair Jones (73)

PP goals: Brandon Bochenski (11)

SH goals: Bracken Kearns, Justin Keller (2)

+/- Rating: Paul Szczechura (+8)

PIM: Zenon Konopka (186)

GAA: Riku Helenius (2.69)

Spct: Riku Helenius (.919)

Wins: Mike McKenna (11)

Losses: Karri Ramo (14)

GPI: Karri Ramo (26)

Minutes: Karri Ramo (1507)

HERSHEY LEADERS

Goals: Alexandre Giroux (54)

Assists: Keith Aucoin (69)

Points: Keith Aucoin (94)

Games: Andrew Gordon, Kyle Wilson (74)

PP goals: Alexandre Giroux (21)

SH goals: Alexandre Giroux (4)

+/- Rating: Karl Alzner, Sami Lepisto (+27)

PIM: Greg Amadio (161)

GAA: Simeon Varlamov (2.40)

Spct: Simeon Varlamov (.916)

Wins: Daren Machesney, Simeon Varlamov (19)

Losses: Daren Machesney (9)

GPI: Daren Machesney (33)

Minutes: Daren Machesney (1823)

PHILADELPHIA LEADERS

Goals: Jonathan Matsumoto, Jared Ross (27)

Assists: Danny Syvret (38)

Points: Jared Ross (61)

Games: Several (73)

PP goals: Patrick Maroon, Jonathan Matsumoto (10)

SH goals: Jonathan Matsumoto, Jared Ross (4)

+/- Rating: Jared Ross (+12)

PIM: Matt Clackson (247)

GAA: Scott Munroe (2.51)

Spct: Scott Munroe (.925)

Wins: Scott Munroe (27)

Losses: Scott Munroe (19)

GPI: Scott Munroe (51)

Minutes: Scott Munroe (2965)

TRANSACTIONS OF THE PAST WEEK

March 29, 2009

DELETE RW Brandon Bochenski - Recalled from loan by Tampa Bay (NHL)

THIS WEEK IN ADMIRALS HISTORY (MARCH 30 - APRIL 5)

April 2, 1997 ... Admirals 4 vs. Roanoke Express 3 - 3OT

- The Admirals begin the 1997 Kelly Cup playoffs with a 4-3 triple-overtime victory at Scope against the Roanoke Express. Alain Savage nets the game-winning goal. Alexei Krivchenkov, Dominic Maltais and Rick Kowalsky also score for Hampton Roads. Darryl Paquette makes 39 saves for the win, although his ECHL record-setting run of 236:03 without allowing a goal ends. Hampton Roads musters 68 shots in the game and the clubs together total 110 shots on net.

April 3, 2002 ... Admirals 3 vs. Hershey Bears 1

- In a battle of the AHL's two hottest teams, the Admirals topple the Hershey Bears 3-1 at Scope. Norfolk wins for the ninth time in ten games, while Hershey sees its ten-game winning streak, 13-game unbeaten streak, eight-game road win streak and 12-game road unbeaten run also fall by the wayside. Mike Peluso strikes twice and Ajay Baines adds a single tally. In a battle between two of the AHL's top netminders, Michael Leighton stops 23 of 24 shots for Norfolk while Philippe Sauve stops 27 of 30 shots for Hershey.

April 4, 1998 ... Admirals 4 vs. Peoria Rivermen 3 - OT

- Rod Taylor's dramatic slap shot 2:48 into overtime lifts the Admirals to a 4-3 win over the Peoria Rivermen and a three-game sweep of the Northern Conference champs in their first round playoff series. Rob Bonneau scored twice in regulation and Dan Ceman also lit the lamp. Sebastien Charpentier made 21 saves for his third playoff win. Following his game-winner, Taylor stood atop the Peoria goal and waved his stick to celebrate the victory.

April 5, 2008 ... Admirals 5 vs. Albany River Rats 2

- Sparked by two goals from Paul Szczechura, a three-goal outburst in the final period and an emotional, season-high crowd of 6,627, the Admirals roll past the Albany River Rats 5-2 in Norfolk's 2007-08 home finale. Brandon Segal, Bracken Kearns and Justin Keller also score for the Admirals. Marc Denis continues his solid late-season play for the win in net by stopping 27 of 29 shots, while All-Star goaltender Michael Leighton 27 saves on 31 shots takes the loss against his former club.

TICKETS

Don't miss a minute of the action by purchasing your 2009-10 season tickets today. Packages are on sale now with special monthly rates available. For more details, please visit norfolkadmirals.com or call (757) 640-1212.

To purchase tickets to any Admirals game, you may visit the Scope Box Office weekdays from 10 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. Stop by the Admirals' Administrative Offices at Scope, call (757) 640-1212 weekdays from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or visit norfolkadmirals.com anytime!

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 AHL Live. Visit norfolkadmirals.com and click the AHL Live banner on the left side of the site to view all Admirals' home and away games.

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