Americans and Mavericks Open Western Conference Semifinal Series Tonight
April 29, 2016 - ECHL (ECHL)
Allen Americans News Release
Kansas City, Missouri - The Allen Americans and Missouri Mavericks are meeting in a playoff series for the second time in franchise history, as they open their semifinal series tonight in Missouri. The puck drops at 7:05 PM.
The Americans advanced to Round 2 of the postseason after a 3-2 overtime victory over the Idaho Steelheads on Wednesday night at Allen Event Center. Tristan King scored the Americans goal in the extra session, after he fired one hard on goal that found its way into the back of the Idaho net.
"It happened so quickly," said Americans forward Tristan King, following the 3-2 victory. "I saw an opportunity to put one on goal knowing Gary Steffes was in front of their net and just by chance he did make the save, Gary was in good position for a rebound. I saw the fans jumping up and down so I knew the puck was in."
Chad Costello comes into tonight's game on a 7-game playoff point streak, and a 26-game point streak going back to the end of the regular season. "He's been unbelievable," said Americans forward and line mate Vincent Arseneau. "He has the ability to make that perfect pass that not many guys can make."
Tickets for Games 3, 4 & 5 in Allen are on sale NOW at Allen Event Center Box Office or online at www.ticketmaster.com. Call 972-912-1000 for more information. Watch tonight's Game 1 with Americans Fans at 5th Street Pizza in Allen.
ECHL Kelly Cup Playoffs - Best of Seven Semifinal Series
Game 1: Friday, April 29th - Allen at Missouri, 7:05 PM
Game 2: Saturday, April 30th -Allen at Missouri, 7:05 PM
Game 3: Wednesday, May 4th - Missouri at Allen, 7:05 PM
Game 4: Friday, May 6th - Missouri at Allen, 7:05 PM
Game 5: Sunday, May 8th - Missouri at Allen, 4:05 PM (If Necessary)
Game 6: Tuesday May 10th - Allen at Missouri, 7:05 PM (If Necessary)
Game 7: Wednesday May 11th - Allen at Missouri, 7:05 PM (If Necessary)
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