CHL Allen Americans

Allen Americans Weekly Notes

Published on January 25, 2010 under Central Hockey League (CHL)
Allen Americans News Release


GAME RECAPS

MONDAY, JAN. 18 vs. ARZ (W 4-2): Allen swiftly beat Arizona in the Sundogs' second and final visit of the season. The Americans' 25th win was an up-tempo game. The Sundogs struck first in the first period, but the Americans responded with two goals in the second from Liam Huculak and Justin Bowers. The third period had three goals in the first five minutes. Bruce Graham scored on the power play 1:54 into the frame, and the Sundogs fired back to bring the game to 3-2. Nino Musitelli popped one in the net to give the Americans their two-goal advantage back and secured the win.

THURSDAY, JAN. 21 @ MIZ (W 4-1): In the first meeting of the CHL's expansion teams, Allen dominated the game, winning 4-1 on the road. Captain Jarret Lukin netted the first goal toward the end of the opening frame. The Americans jumped out the gates in the second period after Nino Musitelli set up Jordie Benn for the second tally. Missouri found the back of the net, but Lukin scored two minutes later to regain Allen's two-goal lead. Liam Huculak scored before the middle frame was over to make it 4-1 heading into the third. Neither team scored in the final period.

FRIDAY, JAN. 22 vs. AMA (OTL 3-2): The Americans battled back to earn a point against the Amarillo Gorillas during the clubs' first ever meeting. After going down a goal in the first period, Bill Loupée deflected a shot from defenseman Kurtis Dulle to tie the score. The Gorillas were able to net another tally before the opening frame ended, but the Americans responded strongly in the second firing 22 shots at Tuomas Lohtander. Tobias Whelan tipped a shot from Colton Yellow Horn midway through the second to tie the game 2-2. Neither team scored in the third period, but Amarillo's Neil Smith lit the lamp 51 seconds into overtime to give the Gorillas the extra point.

SATURDAY, JAN. 23 vs. BOS (W 5-1): Allen beat the Mudbugs for the third time this season Saturday night. 2010 CHL All-Star Justin Bowers shined in the victory, assisting every Americans goal of the night. The Mudbugs scored the first goal in the game but couldn't get any more past Chris Whitley, who was a brick wall the rest of the game. Jordie Benn, Bruce Graham and Nino Musitelli scored, and Christian Gaudet grabbed two tallies. Whitley stopped 33 shots on the night. Musitelli also had two assists and Benn had one.

UPCOMING GAMES

FRIDAY, JAN. 29 vs. CRP at 7:30 p.m.: Allen hosts the IceRays for the third time this season. The Americans have a 3-1-0 record against Corpus Christi. In the past, the games have gotten heated. Two of the contests have featured multiple fights-one with four different bouts. Bruce Graham has accumulated the most points of any American against the IceRays with eight (three goals, five assists).

SATURDAY, JAN. 30 @ MIZ at 7:05 p.m.: The Americans travel back to Missouri for the second time in two weeks to play the Mavericks. Allen defeated the expansion club 4-1 in their first meeting with Chris Whitley in net. The clubs play one more time at the Allen Event Center March 17 to finish the season series. Missouri is 17-19-3 (37 points).

Bowers On Fire: In the 5-1 win over Bossier-Shreveport, the alternate captain and 2010 CHL All-Star starter had an assist on every goal in the game. He leads the Americans in scoring with 17 goals and 37 assists to make 54 points.

Benn Netting Game-Winning Goals: In a 3-0-1 week, Jordie Benn recorded two game-winning goals in the 4-1 contest with Missouri and the 5-1 win over the Mudbugs. Benn has 13 points this year (6-7=13).

Third Jersey Fire Power: The Americans debuted their silver third jerseys Saturday night on home ice and defeated the Mudbugs 5-1, giving the team an undefeated record in the new sweaters.

Love the Lead: The Americans continue to dominate when leading after 40 minutes of play. Allen is 18-1-0 when it leads after two periods.

First Penalty Shot: Rookie Tobias Whelan was awarded the first penalty shot in club history Monday afternoon. He was not able to score on Arizona goaltender Kyle McNulty. Then, the Sundogs' Kevin Gardner took a penalty shot against Chris Whitley. Whitley stopped Gardner, so the score remained the same.

Kaufman Continues to be Among Plus/Minus Leaders: Defenseman Chris Kaufman is third in the league in plus/minus and second among defensemen with +20 in 30 games. Kaufman has 11 points for the Americans this season (4 goals, 7 assists).

Roster Moves: Sean Perkins was activated from IR Jan. 24 and then placed on waivers. Forward Bill Loupée was also placed on waivers Jan. 24.

Coach's Show Tuesday at 7:00 p.m.: The Americans will have their Coach's Show Tuesday, Jan. 26, at Bar-B-Cutie, located at 208 North Greenville Ave, Allen, TX, 75002. The show will begin at 7:00 p.m., but fans are encouraged to get there early to get a seat. The first 10 fans in attendance will receive tickets to an upcoming game. The Allen High School Media Department will be providing audio and video coverage.

Listen and Watch Live: All Americans games are broadcast live on CHL-TV and Sports Juice. To watch and listen to Tommy Daniels, voice of the Allen Americans, visit chltv.insinc.com. To listen for free, visit sportsjuice.com.

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