IHL 2 Kalamazoo Wings

Countdown to Face-Off

Published on February 3, 2004 under International Hockey League 2 (IHL 2)
Kalamazoo Wings News Release


The K-Wings will be trying to prove that 13 is a lucky number as they host the Rockford IceHogs at Wing Stadium. Kalamazoo enters the game on franchise record 13 game home-unbeaten streak. Tonight marks the second consecutive meeting between the division rivals, and the third of four meetings in 14 day span. The teams will conclude their four game escapade this Saturday in Rockford.

For the second straight game, the K-Wings will be out the services of Nick Bootland, who was placed on the team's 7-Day Injured Reserve list on Sunday. Kalamazoo is heating up at the right time, as the K-Wings are 6-1-0 in their last seven games.

Rockford is looking to snap a four game overall losing streak and a two game losing streak against Kalamazoo. The road hasn't been kind for the IceHogs, who are 0-3-0 during their four game road swing. Besides dealing with their road woes, the IceHogs are also dealing with a flu like illness that will keep four players including leading scorer Donnie Margettie out of tonight's game.

All-Time/ Season Series
All-Time Series: K-Wings Lead All-Time Series: 23-15-7
Season Series: K-Wings Lead Season Series: 4-1-2
Last Meeting: K-Wings won 5-3 on January 31st @ Wings Stadium in Kalamazoo, MI
Next Meeting: Saturday, February 7th @ Rockford MetroCentre in Rockford, Illinois

Lighting the Lamp

K-Wings forward Jeff Turner has had no problems scoring goals. Turner, who leads the K-Wings with 27 goals, is also fifth in the UHL in the same category.

Home Sweet Home

The K-Wings are 9-2-5 at Wings Stadium. The .719 winning percentage at home is the third highest in the UHL. Only Fort Wayne and Muskegon have higher home winning percentages.

Hot Shot

K-Wings forward Tim Turner leads all rookies with 103 shots on goal. Tim, who is the younger brother of K-Wing Jeff Tuner is also fifth among rookies in assists with 17.

Lucky 13

The K-Wings will be looking extend their new franchise record 13 game home unbeaten streak as they host the Rockford IceHogs. Kalamazoo has not lost a regulation game at home since November 21st.

The Obscure Stat of the Week

Kalamazoo has demonstrated a balance scoring attack this season. In fact, the K-Wings are the only team in the UHL that has received at least one point from every player on their roster.

Tickets Get Your Tickets!!

Tickets for all K-Wing home games are now on sale. Catch all the action as your K-Wings play the very best the UHL has to offer. Tickets for all K-Wing home games are on sale by calling the K-Wings at (269) 345-5101.

Get on Line

This season the best way to keep track of the K-Wings is to log onto www.kwings.com. The site has player profiles, information about Wings Stadium events, and much more.

Miller on the Radio

Join special guests Kurt Miller and K-Wings Legend Peter Slater as they join Head Coach Mark Reeds, the "Voice of the K-Wings" Mike Modugno, and WQSN Sports Director Ryan Maguire tonight on "K-Wings Live". The show is on The Sports Station 1600 AM WQSN Monday's from 6-7PM live from The Sports Forum on Mosel.

K-Wings on Radio

Catch all the K-Wings games home and away on the K-Wings Radio Network (WLKM 95.9, WQSN 1660 AM, and WRCC 1400 AM). Join the "Voice of the K-Wings" Mike Modugno for all 76 regular season games and the playoffs. Pre game coverage begins with the Countdown to Face-Off 15 minutes prior to the drop of the puck. For the most complete coverage of the K-Wings from the Opening Face-Off to the Final Buzzer keep your radio tuned to the K-Wings Radio Network this season.

Upcoming Games

Friday, February 6th Vs Flint 7:30 PM (Meijer Boy Scout Night sponsored by Q 106 FM)
Saturday, February 7th @ Rockford 7:05 PM (CST)
Sunday, February 8th Vs Muskegon 7:30 PM (Meijer Boy Scout Night sponsored by WKFR)

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