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Published on December 5, 2005 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Norfolk Admirals News Release


NORFOLK, VA - Last week, the Admirals outlasted Binghamton in a high-scoring affair before dropping two close matches to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. On November 30th, Andy Hilbert notched Norfolk's first natural hat trick while Martin St. Pierre registered four assists to lead the Admirals to a 5-4 win. The visiting Penguins then won twice by a 3-2 count, with a tally in overtime on December 2nd and a power play goal late in the third period on December 3rd.

Norfolk concludes a five-game homestand with matches against Albany and Bridgeport this week.

STANDINGS
At 9-11-2-1 (21 pts), Norfolk is currently fifth in the East. The division is led by Wilkes-Barre/Scranton (20-0-2-1, 43 pts) followed by Hershey (14-4-2-4, 34 pts), Philadelphia (11-13-0-2, 24 pts) and Bridgeport (10-12-2-0, 22 pts). Binghamton (7-13-2-1, 17 pts) sits in sixth place.

THE WEEK AHEAD
Wednesday, December 7...Norfolk vs. Albany River Rats...7:15 p.m.
Friday, December 9...Norfolk vs. Bridgeport Sound Tigers...7:15 p.m.

NORFOLK LEADERS
Goals: Nathan Barrett (8) Assists: Martin St. Pierre (13)
Points: Martin St. Pierre (20) Games Played: Several (23)
PP goals: Nathan Barrett (6) SH goals: Mark Cullen, Quintin Laing (1)
+/- Rating: Nick Kuiper (+5) PIM: Mike Brown (65)
GAA: Corey Crawford (2.57) Spct: Adam Munro (.901)
Wins: Adam Munro (6) Losses: Corey Crawford (8)
GPI: Adam Munro (12) Minutes: Adam Munro (732)

ALBANY LEADERS
Goals: Aleksander Suglobov (10) Assists: Several (8)
Points: Aleksander Suglobov (18) Games Played: Bryan Miller (24)
PP goals: Aleksander Suglobov (6) SH goals: Murphy, Pikkarainen, Vrana (1)
+/- Rating: David Hale (+5) PIM: Cam Janssen (84)
GAA: Frank Doyle (2.46) Spct: Frank Doyle (.925)
Wins: Frank Doyle (6) Losses: Frank Doyle, Ari Ahonen (7)
GPI: Frank Doyle (15) Minutes: Frank Doyle (903)

BRIDGEPORT LEADERS
Goals: Gervais, Koalska, Smith (8) Assists: Rob Collins (16)
Points: Rob Collins (23) Games Played: Steve Regier (24)
PP goals: Rob Collins (4) SH goals: Several (1)
+/- Rating: Steve Regier (+9) PIM: Kevin Colley (60)
GAA: Chris Madden (3.05) Spct: Chris Madden (.907)
Wins: Chris Madden (7) Losses: Wade Dubielewicz (8)
GPI: Chris Madden (15) Minutes: Chris Madden (788)

TEAM NOTEBOOK
- The Admirals were outshot twice last week (11/30 vs. Binghamton, 12/3 vs. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton), for only the fourth and fifth times this year. Norfolk is 3-1-1-0 when the opposition records more shots on goal.
- Norfolk's 3-2 overtime loss to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton on December 2nd was the team's first home overtime loss since a 2-1 OTL to Hershey on January 14, 2004.
- On the 30th, Martin St. Pierre tied a franchise record with four assists in one game.
- Mark Cullen has points in four consecutive games played (3g, 2a), though two games (November 5-6) were prior to his call-up to Chicago, and two games are since his return on December 1st.
- Quintin Laing has six points (1g, 5a) over the last five games.
- Martin St. Pierre has seven points (2g, 5a) in the past six games.

UPCOMING PROMOTIONS
Wednesday, December 7 (Albany River Rats)
- Roll Back the Clock Night - Fans can purchase Gwaltney hot dogs for just 50 cents, plus, the Admirals will have a number of vintage jerseys for sale at the souvenir stand.
Friday, December 9 (Bridgeport Sound Tigers)
- 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.
- 6th Annual Toy Toss - Bring a plush toy to the game and toss it onto the ice when the Admirals score their first goal! The toys will be collected and donated to the Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters and the Ronald McDonald House. (If the Admirals don't score, the Toy Toss will take place following the game.)
- 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.

ON THE RADIO/INTERNET
All games are broadcast on 670-AM WPMH and 1270-AM WTJZ. 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, December 6th from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. on 670-AM WPMH, 1270-AM WTJZ and 1310-AM ESPN Radio. This week, Pete Michaud welcomes Assistant Coach Rick Kowalsky 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. Season Tickets, 20 Game Plans, 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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