Condors add rookie goalie as emergency backup
April 9, 2008 - ECHL (ECHL)
Bakersfield Condors News Release
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. - The Bakersfield Condors have added G John Hallas as an emergency backup goaltender today, as announced by Head Coach Marty Raymond. Hallas will join the team in Victoria for Game 1 of the playoffs on Thursday.
Hallas, 22, made his pro debut with the Mississippi Sea Wolves (ECHL) in late March after wrapping up his college career at St. Lawrence University (NCAA). He appeared in two games for the Sea Wolves, making 10 saves in 27 minutes, while registering a win and not allowing a single goal.
The 6-foot, 175-pound native of Largo, Florida led St. Lawrence this season with 15 starts in net, going 6-7-1 with a 2.59 GAA and .910 save percentage. Hallas finished second on the team in GAA and posted the Saints lone shutout of the season.
Upcoming Games: The Condors are in Victoria for Games 1 and 2 of the first round of the playoffs this week. Game 1 kicks the series off and will be played on Thursday while the two teams face off from Victoria again on Saturday for Game 2. Both games start at 7:05 p.m. and will be broadcast on the all-new ESPN Radio AM1230, www.bakersfieldcondors.com and B2 Networks.
In addition, both games in Victoria will be shown live on B2 Networks at the Holiday Inn Select next door to Rabobank Arena, where there will be food and drink specials during the games!
After the first two games, the Condors host the Salmon Kings for Games 3, 4 and 5 (if necessary) at The Nest. Everyone in attendance at Game 3 on Tuesday, April 15 will receive free rally towels, while everyone at Game 4 on Wednesday, April 16 will receive free lightning sticks, both courtesy of KGET-TV 17, Goodwill Industries and Cal Water. Doors open at 6 p.m., puck drops at 7 p.m. both nights.
10 for $10, Playoff 4-Packs and individual tickets on sale NOW! The Condors 10 for $10 Playoffs Group Outings are on sale now! Just get a group of at least 10 people to bring to a playoff game, and the tickets cost just $10 each for lower-bowl seats! The 10 for $10 deal is only on sale through Thursday, April 10 and is not available at the Rabobank Arena Box Office, so be sure to call the Condors at 324-PUCK (7825) right away and set up your group!
In addition to the group plans, Playoff 4-Packs are now on sale through the Condors office and start as low as $28. Reserve seats for the first four Condors playoff home games, enjoy season ticket holder benefits and save cash on your tickets. The deadline for signing up for a Playoff 4-Pack is April 14th, so get your Playoff 4-Pack today by calling the Condors office at 324-PUCK (7825).
Individual tickets for playoff games are also on sale now and may be purchased through the Rabobank Arena Box Office, which is open from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Saturday with extended hours on game days. Individual tickets may also be purchased by phone at 322-2525, online at www.bakersfieldcondors.com, or at any Ticketmaster location.
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