Bucks Blank Rayz 3-0, Laredo Wins Season High Tying Fifth Straight
Published on January 28, 2006 under Central Hockey League (CHL)
Laredo Bucks News Release
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas - The Laredo Bucks got a pair of goals from forward Chris Grenville and 21 saves from goalie Dov Grumet-Morris as they shutout the Corpus Christi 3-0 at American Bank Center in front of 4,130 fans. At least 100 Bucks fans made the trip and they saw Laredo post their second straight shutout against Corpus Christi in as many nights. The Bucks tied a season high with their fifth straight game. Corpus Christi suffered its fourth straight shutout overall and saw their goalless stretch extend to 242:45. Laredo improved to 27-10-3 with a Southeast Division and Southern Conference best 57 points. The Bucks are in Corpus Christi on Saturday night for a rematch. Sunday Laredo returns home to face Oklahoma City. Face off set for 4 p.m. For more information on 2005-06 Bucks single game or season tickets call the Bucks office at (956) 718-BUCKS (2825) or log onto www.laredobucks.com.
Rayz goalie Brent Zelenewich took a bad slashing penalty just 90 seconds into the first period and the Bucks quickly made him pay. Just 14 seconds later forward Jeff Bes found Grenville for an easy back door tap in goal at 1:44. It was the 15th of the year for Grenville. Grumet-Morris then came up with a huge save later in the period to protect the 1-0 lead as he stopped Rayz forward Ryan Carter on a shorthanded breakaway seven minutes into the game.
In the second period Bes again found Grenville backdoor for a tap in goal for his second of the night and a 2-0 lead at 4:03.
Early in the third the Bucks struck again. Forward Brent Cullaton got loose on a shorthanded breakaway and scored on a wrist shot high stick side at 4:12. It was his ninth of the year and the Bucks CHL leading 14th shorthanded goal of the season. Grumet-Morris stopped all 11 shots in the third to complete the shutout. FINAL SCORE Laredo 3, Corpus Christi 0.
Grumet-Morris stopped 21 shots to post his third shutout of the season and improve to 27-10-3. Grumet-Morris is tied for the CHL lead in shutouts, along with teammate David Lemanowicz. Brent Zelenewich allowed three goals on 22 shots and fell to 6-10-1. Laredo was 1-7 on the power play, while Corpus Christi was 0-5. The Bucks out shot the Rayz 22-21.
Laredo Bucks season tickets are on sale for the 2005-06 CHL campaign. Season tickets are the only way to guarantee your seats for every Bucks game at the LEC. Season ticket holders enjoy exclusive offers including pre-season and post-season parties. Contact a Bucks representative today at (956)-718-BUCKS (2825).
UPCOMING PROMOTIONS
- The Bucks are home on Sunday against Oklahoma City. The Bucks will wear special President's Day jerseys that will be auctioned off after the game. Plus AT&T will hand out 2,500 special giveaway items.
WHY WAIT? BUCKS SINGLE GAME TICKETS AVAILABLE - Why wait in line? Buy your Bucks tickets online. Take advantage and purchase your Laredo Bucks tickets at www.ticketmaster.com. Use the link on the front page of the Bucks new website. For more information contact the Bucks at (956)-718-BUCKS (2825).
BUCKS SEASON TICKET PAYMENT PLANS
- The Laredo Bucks are offering several new ways to pay for season tickets. An automatic withdrawal can now be made using checking and savings accounts in addition to credit cards. Laredo Bucks season ticket holders enjoy many exclusive offers that are available only to season ticket holders. For more information on 2005-06 Bucks season tickets call the Bucks office at (956) 718-BUCKS (2825) or log onto www.laredobucks.com.
BUCKS MERCHANDISE ONLINE
- Laredo Bucks merchandise is now available online at big savings. Log onto www.laredobucks.com and gear up today.
BECOME A BUCKS BACKER
- Support the Bucks by becoming a Corporate Sponsor. For a complete marketing plan contact the Bucks at (956) 718-BUCKS (2825).
BUCKS IN THE COMMUNITY
- To schedule an appearance by a Bucks player, coach, or member of the front office staff call Nicole Kupaks at (956) 523-6586 or email her at nkupaks@laredobucks.com.
BUCKS ON THE AIR / INTERNET
- Follow the Bucks on Laredo's Country 1490 AM. Also catch the Bucks live all season long on the world-wide-web at www.sportsjuice.com.
BUCKS HIGHLIGHTS ONLINE
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