Cleveland Barons Weekly Update for 12 December

Published on December 12, 2005 under American Hockey League (AHL)
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Flashback

12/6/05 Cleveland 2, Toronto 4 - The Barons returned home from their four game trip through Texas only to be defeated by the Toronto Marlies 4-2 at The Q. After a scoreless first period, the Barons lit the lamp first with an early second period goal by Mike Iggulden only 58 seconds into the period. Josh Hennessy and Matt Carkner assisted on Iggulden's team leading 9th goal of the season. The Marlies responded with three unanswered goals, the third on the power play by John Pohl, his 14th of the season. The Barons notched a late second period goal to cut the deficit when Hennessy banked one off the skate of Toronto goaltender J.F. Racine to make the score 3-2 going into intermission. Lukas Kaspar and Josh Gorges assisted on the goal at the 18:38 mark of the period. Toronto halted any Barons comeback as they went on to score the only goal of the third period when Tyler Beechey grabbed a rebound and slipped the puck by Barons goaltender Dimitri Patzold to make the score 4-2.

12/9/05 Cleveland 5, Toronto 2 - The Barons traveled north of the border for another match up with the Marlies, but this time the Barons prevailed at Ricoh Coliseum. Barons goaltender Nolan Schaefer returned from San Jose and made his first start for the Barons since October 15th. Schaefer played like an NHL goaltender, stopping 33 of 35 Marlie shooters and earning the #1 Star of the Game. The Barons offense struck first when Matt Carkner's slap shot from the point bounced off a couple of skates and into the Marlies net, giving the Barons a 1-0 lead. Then with only 33 seconds left in the first period, Tom Cavanagh poked the puck off of Marlies defenseman Jay Harrison's stick and past a surprised J.F. Racine for a 2-0 lead heading into intermission. Toronto responded in the second period with a goal by Harrison 3:31 into the period. The Barons would then take advantage of the power play when Steve Bernier converted just over the half-way point of the second to give the Barons a two goal lead. Toronto quickly responded when Brendan Bell scored from the blue line with 7:35 left in the period. In the third, the Barons shut the door on the Marlies but not until late in the period. Tim Conboy scored on the power play with just under two minutes remaining and Josh Hennessy sealed the win with an empty net goal.

12/10/05 Cleveland 4, Grand Rapids 2 - The Barons carried their momentum into Van Andel Arena and again had superb goaltending from Nolan Schaefer as they defeated Grand Rapids 4-2. Schaefer provided the defense and Mike Iggulden, goal and two assists, sparked the offense as the Barons shut down the AHL's leading offensive unit (106 goals in 27 games). The Griffins got on the board first when Kent McDonnell scored on the power play just 2:12 into the game. The Barons responded with a power play goal a few minutes later when Patrick Rissmiller squeezed one past Grand Rapids goaltender Jimmy Howard. Iggulden and Ray DiLauro provided the assists. The Barons scored again with 10:57 remaining in the first when Shane Joseph jammed in a rebound from Iggulden's initial shot. The Barons took the 2-1 lead through intermission and into the third period, as the second period saw no scoring by either team. Grand Rapids struck first in the third to tie the game at two with Donald MacLean's 12th goal of the season. Again, the Barons answered when Iggulden netted his team leading 10th goal of the season with 10:08 remaining. The Barons closed out the Griffins when Steve Bernier found the back of an empty net to give the Barons the victory.

12/11/05 Cleveland 1, Houston 4 - The Barons failed to convert three wins in three nights as they were downed by the Houston Aeros 4-1 in the first of a four game home stand. The Barons looked sharp early when Garrett Stafford scored a power play goal on a slap shot from the blue line in the first period. Patrick Rissmiller and Josh Hennessy provided the assist. Cleveland took the 1-0 lead into the dressing room but could not find a way to beat Aeros goaltender Seamus Kotyk the rest of the game. Houston came out in the second and quickly tied the game at one with a shorthanded goal from Erik Reitz. The rest of the night belonged to Kirby Law who scored the Aeros second and third goals and assisted Josh Olson on the fourth, which came as shorthanded. The Barons are now 0-3-0-0 against Houston this season with only one game between the two remaining.

Coming Up

12/14/05 Cleveland vs. Rochester - National City Rink at The Q

The Barons continue on their four game home stand with the fifth match up of the season against the Rochester Americans. So far, the Barons and Americans have split the series at two games apiece. Rochester comes into the game with a 15-11-0-0 record and in third place in the North Division. The Barons have won the previous two contests with the Americans, 4-2 and 6-3. This will be the third game between the two North Division rivals at The Q. The last time the Americans visited Cleveland, the Barons beat Rochester 6-3. Rochester winger Jason Pominville leads all AHL goal scorers with 19 goals. Mike Iggulden leads the Barons with 10 goals (10-10-20) and Patrick Rissmiller and Iggulden are tied for tops in scoring with 20 points apiece.

12/16/05 Cleveland vs. Toronto - National City Rink at The Q

**Cleveland Barons Legends Night, presented by Molson**

**Legends Collector Card to first 3,000 fans**

The Toronto Marlies will be back in town on Friday night for another match up at The Q. The Barons will be all too familiar with the Marlies after this game since they will have played three of their previous six games against each other. Toronto comes into this game in a close race with the Barons for fifth place in the North Division, with the team's tied at 24 points. The last time out, Cleveland beat Toronto 5-2 at Ricoh Coliseum. For the Barons, Mike Iggulden has two goals and an assist in three games against Toronto.

12/17/05 Cleveland vs. Rochester - National City Rink at The Q

The Barons and division rival Rochester will play their sixth of eight games against each other on Saturday afternoon at The Q. This game marks only the second afternoon game for the Barons this season. Craig Valette and Josh Hennessy have both scored two goals against Rochester this season. Take a good look at the Americans now because Saturday's game will be Rochester's last trip to The Q for this season. After Saturday's game, the Barons and Rochester will not meet again until February 19th in Rochester. Saturday's game will begin at 1:05pm

12/18/05 Cleveland @ Milwaukee - Bradley Center

The Barons will make their first trip to the Bradley Center this year when they travel to Milwaukee to take on the Admirals Sunday evening. Last time these two teams met was back on 10/15 when the Barons beat the Admirals 4-2 at The Q. In that game, the Barons rookies Steve Bernier, Lukas Kaspar, and Mike Iggulden led the scoring charge in only their fourth game as professionals. Josh Gorges added an empty net goal late in the third period. Coming into this game, the Admirals stand at 16-6-1-1 and are in 2nd place in the West Division. Darren Haydar leads the Admirals in offense with 24 points (10-14-24).

Barons Player of the Week

The Cleveland Barons Player of the Week for the second week in a row is right wing Mike Iggulden. Iggulden recorded two goals and three assists in four games for the Barons this week, including a three-point performance and the game-winning goal in the Barons victory at Grand Rapids. He ended the week +2 with 5 points on 15 shots.

Gettin' Iggy With It

Rookie forward Mike Iggulden has points in four of his last six games. The 23-year old native of St. Catharine's Ontario leads Barons rookies in scoring and is tied for first on the team with 20 points (10-10-20) in 28 games. His 20 points find him ranked 9th among AHL rookies. He is also first on the team in goals (10), power play goals (tie - 4) and shorthanded goals (1).

Helping Hands

Rookie Josh Hennessy has scored just 5 goals this season, but he is very generous when it comes to passing the puck. Hennessy leads the team with 14 assists and places in a tie for fourth place among AHL rookie assist leaders. In addition, Hennessy notched the Barons lone "Playmaker" honor this season with a three assist performance on 11/17 against Syracuse. Hennessy is third on the team in scoring with 19 points (5-14-19) in 29 games.

Who's Hot

Patrick Rissmiller scored a goal on Saturday and added an assist on Sunday to bring his season total to eight goals and 12 assists for 20 points, which is tied for tops on the team....Nolan Schaefer has gone 2-1-0 since his return from San Jose on December 8th...Matt Carkner has two points (1-1-2) in his last four games...Josh Hennessy has recorded points in three of his past four games (2-2-4).

Recent Transactions

The Barons recalled goaltender Jamie Holden from Fresno following an injury to Dimitri Patzold. Holden was assigned to Fresno December 8th when Nolan Schaefer returned to the lineup for the Barons following a stint with the San Jose Sharks. Right wing Jonathan Tremblay was reassigned to Quad City of the UHL on December 9th.

Legends Night

The Barons are set to honor Cleveland Hockey Legends Bill Needham, Moe Roberts, Tommie Williams, and Al Sutphin by inducting them into the Cleveland Hockey Legends Ring of Honor. The ceremony will be held prior to the Barons game on the 16th of December at 7:15pm and is being presented by Molson. The four gentlemen are being honored for their outstanding dedication and contribution to Cleveland Hockey. Needham, Roberts, and Williams had all achieved glory with the Barons as players while Sutphin owned the Barons during several championship seasons in the 1930's and 40's. Fans in attendance at the game can receive a Legends Collectors Card.

Carkner's Christmas

Matt and Kary Carkner are organizing the Third Annual Carkner's Christmas, in conjunction with Big Brother Big Sisters of Cleveland. Each Barons player and coach will purchase three needs and wants for a member of Big Brothers Big Sisters Cleveland that is at a high level of need. On Monday, December 12th and Tuesday, December 13th, the Carkner's will join Santa Claus and SlapShark and deliver the presents to the children's schools.

Player Appearances

Barons center Tom Cavanagh will be speaking at the Booster Club Meeting on Tuesday, December 13th.

This Goal is for the Kids

The Barons have partnered with the Cleveland Clinic in a unique program called "This Goal is for the Kids". The program allows individuals and business to "score goals" for the Children's Hospital by helping to raise money to provide health care to local families who cannot otherwise afford it. Participants can purchase a membership level (assist, goal, hat trick) which earns them tickets, on-ice recognition, a group outing, and recognition at all home games. There are additional perks as you go higher in the levels which include a suite event with the President of the Barons and hockey legend Jock Callander, and a meet-and-greet with the players. Most importantly, a portion of each plan purchased is donated to The Children's Hospital.

Practice Makes Perfect

Below is the Barons schedule for the week. Practice times are subject to change. All practices at Lakefront Arena are open to the public. For information, contact the Barons at 216-420-0000...

Date Event Location Time

12/12 Off-Day

12/13 Practice Lakefront Arena 10:30am

12/14 Pre-Game Skate National City Rink at The Q 10:00am

12/14 vs. Rochester National City Rink at The Q 7:05pm

12/15 Practice Lakefront Arena 10:30am

12/16 Pre-Game Skate National City Rink at The Q 10:00am

12/16 vs. Toronto National City Rink at The Q 7:15pm

12/17 vs. Rochester National City Rink at The Q 1:05pm

12/18 @ Milwaukee Bradley Center 5:00pm

12/19 TBD

Barons Broadcasts

All games this season will be broadcast live and in their entirety on-line via the B2 Networks. Fans can enjoy the play-by-play action of Barons hockey provided by the "Voice of the Barons" Jamie Smock, by Crashing the Net at www.clevelandbarons.net. Fans can watch the game via B2 Networks' Live Video Stream of the game on a pay-per-view basis of $6.00 per game. There is also a free audio version of the broadcast offered. Every Barons game broadcast begins with a pre-game show 15-minutes prior to face-off.

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