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January 24, 2005 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Rochester Americans News Release


On The Ice: The Rochester Americans (27-9-3-4, 61 points) have continued their consistant play, including a 3-0-0-1 record in their last four games. The team has the fourth-best record in the AHL and second in the Western Conference. (one point behind Manitoba) The Amerks have also won 14 of their last 17 games.

Games This Week
Tuesday, January 25, 2005 7:00 p.m.
Rochester Americans at Cleveland Barons
Gund Arena; Cleveland, OH

The Cleveland Barons (19-21-1-3, 42 points) host the Amerks on Tuesday night. Rochester leads the season series 2-0-0, capturing 4-1 victories in each contest. On January 7th, Amerks forward Daniel Paille picked up his first professional hat trick in the game. Goaltender Tom Askey is 2-0-0, with a 1.00 GAA against the Barons this season. The Amerks own the all-time record with a 17-8-3 mark. The Barons are averaging 2.41 goals-per game (21st in the AHL). Defenseman Christian Ehrhoff is tied for second among AHL defensemen with nine goals.

Wednesday, January 26, 2005 7:00 p.m.
Rochester Americans at Hamilton Bulldogs
Copps Coliseum; Hamilton, Ontario

Saturday, January 29, 2005 7:00 p.m.
Rochester Americans at Hamilton Bulldogs
Copps Coliseum; Hamilton, Ontario

The Bulldogs (18-18-5-4, 45 points) will host the Amerks twice this week. The Amerks are
2-1-0-1 against Hamilton this season. On December 11th, the Bulldogs picked up a 3-2 shootout win over the Amerks. Rochester still leads the all-time series with a 38-34-7 mark. Forward Tomas Plekanec continues to lead the team in points with 30 (15+15).

Friday, January 28, 2005 7:35 p.m.
Binghamton Senators at Rochester Americans
Blue Cross Arena; Rochester, NY

The Amerks will look for revenge against the red-hot Binghamton Senators (26-14-3-2, 57 points) on Friday night. On January 15th, the Sens scored four goals in the first period to hand the Amerks a 5-1 loss. So far this season, the Amerks are 2-1-1 against Binghamton. Forward Thomas Vanek leads the Amerks in scoring in the series with seven points (3+4), while Denis Hamel (2+6) leads the Sens with eight points. Binghamton has won eight-straight games. The Sens continue to be one of the most potent teams in the AHL offensively. Forward Jason Spezza leads the AHL in points with 69 (22+47) and rookie Brandon Bochenski leads all rookies in points with 35 (17+18).

Around the Boards:
· The Amerks have dropped to 18th in the AHL on the power play with a 14.4% success rate (35 for 243). The team is now second in the league penalty killing with an 89.3 percentage (191 for 214). The team is also ranked third in the AHL defensivly, allowing 2.23 goals-per game.
· Amerks forward Geoff Peters currently has a four-game point streak (1+3).
· Goaltender Ryan Miller leads all AHL goaltenders with 22 wins and is tied for the league lead with five shutouts.
· Forward Norm Milley is now 20th on the team's all-time games played list with 336. Forward Sean McMorrow is 10th on the all-time penalty minutes list with 733.

Shooting Stars:
After 43 regular season games, the following players lead the team in the following statistical categories:
Skaters: Goals- Thomas Vanek (16); Assists- Chris Taylor (26) Points- Chris Taylor (37); Shots- Thomas Vanek (132); Penalty Minutes- Sean McMorrow (130)
Goaltending: Minutes- Ryan Miller (2064:06); Saves- Ryan Miller (987); Goals-Against Average- Tom Askey (1.73); Save Percentage- Tom Askey (.941)

Amerks on the Dials:
Television- Friday's game against Binghamton will be broadcast tape delay on Saturday, January 29th at noon on Time Warner Cable Channel 98.

Radio and Webcast: All four games this week will be broadcast on WHTK 1280-AM. The game will also be available on webcast on the Official Website of the Rochester Americans at www.amerks.com.


AMERKS SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE

Tuesday, January 25 at Cleveland Barons 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, January 26 at Hamilton Bulldogs 7:00 p.m.
Friday, January 28 BINGHAMTON SENATORS 7:35 p.m.
Saturday, January 29 at Hamilton Bulldogs 7:00 p.m.


Upcoming Promotions:

Amerks Group Information: Looking for a fun night out for your group or team? The Amerks are offering many great group packages. Groups can save up to $9.00 per ticket. There are many group leader benefits, including free tickets and Amerks merchandise. For more information, please contact the Amerks group sales department at 585-454-5335.

Amerks Weekly Schedule: (Schedule is tentative, and subject to change)
Tuesday, January 25 Gameday skate at Gund Arena at 11:15 a.m.
7:00 p.m. game vs. Cleveland Barons
Gund Arena; Cleveland, OH
WHTK 1280-AM and www.amerks.com

Wednesday, January 26 Gameday skate at Copps Coliseum at 11:15 a.m.
7:00 p.m. game vs. Hamilton Bulldogs
Copps Coliseum; Hamilton, Ontaio
WHTK 1280-AM and www.amerks.com

Thursday, January 27 10:00 a.m. practice at BCA

Friday, January 28 10:00 a.m. Game day skate in BCA
7:35 p.m. game vs. Binghamton Senators
Blue Cross Arena; Rochester, NY
WHTK 1280-AM and www.amerks.com

Saturday, January 29 9:00 a.m. Gameday skate at ESL Sports Centre
7:00 p.m. game vs. Hamilton Bulldogs
Copps Coliseum; Hamilton, Ontario
WHTK 1280-AM and www.amerks.com

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