IHL 2 Kalamazoo Wings

Countdown to Face-Off

Published on February 6, 2004 under International Hockey League 2 (IHL 2)
Kalamazoo Wings News Release


The Kalamazoo Wings and the Flint Generals will face-off tonight in a battle of intra-state rivals. In their UHL history, the K-Wings have had problems defeating the Generals; however, that has not been the case this season, as the K-Wings are 2-0-1 against Flint.

Kalamazoo puts their three game winning streak, as well as their 14 game home unbeaten streak on the line. The K-Wings will also debut a new player on the ice tonight, as Brent Rumble is set play in tonight's game. Rumble, who is a graduate of Western Michigan, played Tuesday night at Wings Stadium; however, that night he was a member of the Rockford IceHogs. Rumble capped off a stellar game by assisting on Rockford's lone goal of the game.

Flint has struggled of late, going 3-6-1 in their last 10 games. The Generals are on a one game winning streak, thanks to their 6-3 victory last Sunday against Port Huron. Bobby Reynolds, who was the UHL's Player of the Month for the month of January, leads Flint in scoring with 60 points.

All-Time/ Season Series
All-Time Series: K-Wings Trail All-Time Series: 11-20-2
Season Series: K-Wings Lead the Season Series: 2-0-1
Last Meeting: K-Wings won 2-1 against Flint on November 24th @ Wings Stadium in Kalamazoo, Michigan
Next Meeting: Sunday, February 15th @ Wings Stadium in Kalamazoo, MI

Let's Get Ready to Rumble

The K-Wings have added left Winger Brent Rumble to their roster. Rumble played his college hockey down the road at Western Michigan University.

Shootout Friendly

After losing six shootouts in a row, the Kalamazoo Wings have found some success in the extra session. The K-Wings, who are 4-6 in shootouts, have won two straight shootouts, including their first of the season at Wings Stadium last Tuesday against Rockford.

Home Sweet Home

The K-Wings will be looking extend their new franchise record 14 game home unbeaten streak as they host the Flint Generals. Kalamazoo has not lost a regulation game at home since November 21st.

Just Win Baby

It's not only the K-Wings unbeaten streak on the line tonight. Kalamazoo enters tonight on a three game winning streak, which is the longest current winning streak in the UHL.

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 guest Kurt Miller as he joins Head Coach Mark Reeds, the "Voice of the K-Wings" Mike Modugno, and WQSN Sports Director Ryan Maguire 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
Saturday, February 7th @ Rockford 7:05 PM (CST)
Sunday, February 8th Vs Muskegon 7:30 PM (Meijer Boy Scout Night sponsored by WKFR)
Wednesday, February 11th Vs Missouri 7:00 PM (Classic Hits 96.5 Classic Ticket Pack Night)

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