Checkers mount comeback over Bombers, win 3-1
March 8, 2008 - ECHL (ECHL)
Charlotte Checkers News Release
Charlotte, N.C. - The Charlotte Checkers didn't disappoint the 11,879 fans in attendance at home as they defeated the Dayton Bombers by scoring three goals in the final period winning, 3-1.
The Bombers would strike first in the contest and it was a power play goal scored by Josh Sciba at 8:29 as he blasted a shot over the glove of Holt after a nice pass from Mike Berry. It would be the only goal of the opening period.
There was no scoring in the middle frame, but the Checkers would score three unanswered goals to solidify the victory in the final stanza. The first was done in dramatic fashion as Chris Capraro was awarded a penalty shot and beat Jeremy Duchesne between the legs on a nifty deke at 5:23 tying the contest at 1-1. Later, it was Checkers defenseman, Kirk Dewaele firing a wrist shot that flew past Duchesne at 10:48. This gave the Checkers a 2-1 lead. Blake Bellefeuille would cement the lead by scoring an empty netter giving Charlotte a 3-1 victory.
Notes: Chris Holt turned aside 34 of 35 shots while Duchesne stopped 28 of 30...Both teams scored once on a power play. The Checkers had five chances to the Bombers four.
The Checkers are in their 15th season of play as a member of the ECHL. Their next home game takes place on March 20 against the Augusta Lynx. In the team's 14-year history, the Checkers have made the playoffs 10 times including three consecutive playoff appearances to date. The Checkers are in their third season of play at St. Lawrence Homes Home Ice at Charlotte Bobcats Arena. Season tickets are on sale now with full-season packages starting at just $175. For season ticket information, please call 704-342-4-ICE or visit www.gocheckers.com.
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