Checkers Shot Down By Ice Pilots, Lose 2-1
February 10, 2008 - ECHL (ECHL)
Charlotte Checkers News Release
Charlotte, N.C. - A day after the Checkers defeated Pensacola, the Ice Pilots would return the favor beating Charlotte, 2-1.
In the first period, the lone goal was scored by Ice Pilots forward, Michael Cohen stole the puck in neutral ice and flipped a shot behind Checkers netminder, Chris Holt at 12:31 giving Pensacola a 1-0 lead.
During the middle frame, Pensacola would extend their lead to 2-0 during a two-man advantage when Mathieu Roy fired a shot from the slot that slid along the ice and beat Holt at 17:48.
The only goal the Checkers could muster came from Mike Bayrack as he directed Mark Lee's pass behind Ice Pilots goalie, Mike Brodeur at 17:24. Despite having a power play late in the contest, the Checkers couldn't close the gap and lost, 2-1.
Notes: Holt turned aside 21 of 23 while Brodeur stopped 37 of 38...Only Pensacola managed a power play goal on their seven chances. The Checkers went scoreless on their eight tries.
The Checkers are in their 15th season of play as a member of the ECHL. Their next home game takes place on Feb. 12 against the Wheeling Nailers. 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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