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Bakersfield Back on top in the West

February 14, 2005 - ECHL (ECHL)
Bakersfield Condors News Release


Last Week

Tuesday, FRESNO 3 vs. Condors 2 (SO)

Fresno fought back from 1-0 and 2-1 deficits to force the extra session, edging Bakersfield in a shootout 3-2 in Fresno. Guy Dupuis scored shorthanded and Brad Mehalko scored in his return from the 30-day IR in the loss for the Condors, who outshot Fresno 35-27 in the game. Dan Tessier's power play goal in the opening minute of the third period served as the game-tying goal.

Wednesday, SAN DIEGO 3 vs. Condors 2

Bakersfield jumped out to a 1-0 lead just 22 seconds in, but the Gulls scored three straight goals to take a commanding lead. Kevin St. Jacques' shorthanded tally just 1:46 into the third period pulled Bakersfield within a goal, but Matthieu Chouinard stood strong in net the rest of the way for the home team.

Friday, CONDORS 1 vs. Fresno 0; attn: 8,215

Paul Rosebush's goal at 15:09 of the third period served as the only goal of the game and Yutaka Fukufuji kicked out 29 shots for his second shutout of the season in a 1-0 victory. The Condors fired a season-high 59 shots on goal and Fresno netminder Jamie Hodson suffered the hard-luck loss.

Saturday, CONDORS 5 vs. Long Beach 4 (OT); attn: 5,850

The Condors erased a 4-0 first period deficit with the help of Vlad Serov's hat trick in a 5-4 overtime victory over the Ice Dogs. Todd Alexander and Paul Rosebush also scored for the Condors, but it was Serov's third of the game just 44 seconds into overtime that sealed the win and vaulted Bakersfield back into first place. Randy Petruk was a perfect 20- for-20 in saves through two periods and overtime in a relief appearance and picked up his 11th win.

Where we stand

The Condors stand alone in first place in the National Conference West Division with a 29-12-8 record and 66 points. They lead Long Beach by one point in the standings and trail the Pensacola Ice Pilots (32-11-4, American Conference, South Division) by just two points in the overall ECHL standings.

Nagel returns from Olympic bid

Condors rookie C Lars-Peder Nagel will return to the Condors lineup this week after missing the last four games to appear in an Olympic Qualifying tournament for next year's Winter Olympic Games. Norway finished 2-1-0 in the tournament, finishing second to Switzerland in their division and will not get an invite to Turin, Italy. Nagel had one assist in three games for Norway, who defeated Denmark (and former Condors G Peter Hirsch) 4-0 and Japan (who was without Condors G Yutaka Fukufuji) 4-3. They lost 3-1 to Switzerland on Saturday.

What's up this week

The Condors wrap up their three-game homestand on Thursday night when the Wheeling Nailers come to town for a 7:00 p.m. start at the Rabobank Arena. Wheeling is currently in first place in the National Conference North Division. That game is Student ID Night, sponsored by WB-12 and KRAB Radio 106.1. All junior high, high school and college students can purchase a lower level ticket for just $1 by presenting their valid student ID at the box office.

The Condors head to San Diego to meet up with the Gulls on Saturday night at 7:05 p.m. All Condors games, home and away, can be heard live on KGEO AM 1230, online at www.bakersfieldcondors.com and now available for viewing through B2 Networks on the official Condors website.

On Sunday afternoon the Condors return to the Rabobank Arena to face off against Long Beach once again, in a 2:00 p.m. showdown. That day, everyone in attendance will get a Condors poster, sponsored by Univision, Groove 99.3 and the Body Xchange. Kid's can also celebrate Grandparent's Day and enjoy up to two (2) complimentary tickets when purchasing a ticket for a grandparent. It's also SBC Smart Yellow Pages Phone Book Recycling Day. Any fans donating their old phone books for recycling can get $2 off their admission. Discounts are also available for all those who like to "Eat Fresh." Receive 2-for-1 terrace admission by bringing in a proof of purchase from any Bakersfield area Subway location.

News from the Nest

· Bakersfield's 59 shots on goal on Friday night matched the season-high in the ECHL. Pee Dee fired 59 shots on goal back on January 14th.

· Yutaka Fukufuji is 9-0-2 in his last 11 starts dating back to a 3-2 win in San Diego on January 2nd.

· The Condors crowd of 8,215 on Friday night was the largest crowd of the season and the third largest ever. On February 19th, 2000, 9,129 fans formed the largest crowd in Condors history. Bakersfield is ranked fifth in the 28-team ECHL in average attendance (5,180).

· Bakersfield recorded four shorthanded goals over a three game span through Wednesday night. Connor James and Kevin St. Jacques are tied for the team lead with three shorties. The Condors are tied with Reading for the league lead with 12 shorthanded goals on the season.

· Vlad Serov recorded the first hat trick of the season for the Condors on Saturday night.

· Saturday's win was the sixth time the Condors have won when trailing entering the third period.

Season ticket, mini-plans and group outings can still be reserved by contacting the Condors office at 324-PUCK (7825) for more information. Individual game tickets are now on sale and may be purchased through the Rabobank Arena box office, which opens at 10:00am Monday through Saturday. Tickets may also be purchased by phone through at 322-2525, online at www.ticketmaster.com or at any Ticketmaster location.

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