IHL 2 Kalamazoo Wings

Countdown to Face-Off

February 11, 2006 - International Hockey League 2 (IHL 2)
Kalamazoo Wings News Release


When the Kalamazoo Wings and the Muskegon Fury face-off tonight, it will be a battle of the top two teams in the Central Division. Coming into tonight, the K-Wings trail the Fury by seven points in the division; however, Kalamazoo hopes to narrow the gap, as tonight is the first of two meetings between the intra-state rivals over the course of the next four days.

After ending a three-game winning streak last night, the K-Wings come into the L.C. Walker Arena looking to get back to their winning ways. Forward Nick Bootland hasn't mind the road, as he has scored a point in each of his last 11 road games. Also on a scoring tear are forwards Jason Deitsch and Lucas Drake, who both bring in five-game point streaks into tonight's game.

Like the K-Wings, the Fury comes into the game looking to rebound from a loss. Muskegon snapped a 15-game unbeaten streak with a 6-4 loss on the road to the Motor City Mechanics. The 15-game winning streak (13-0-2) was the longest this season for Muskegon. The Fury are led by Robin Bouchard, who last week became the all-time leader in goals scored in the United Hockey League.

Team Leaders: Kalamazoo Wings Muskegon Fury

Goals Nick Bootland (24 Goals) Robin Bouchard (41 Goals)

Assists Daniel Carriere (43 Assists) Jeff Nelson (53 Assists)

Points Tyler Rennette (56 Points) Robin Bouchard (80 Points)

+/- Greg Labenski (+32) Jeff Nelson (+35)

Penalty Minutes Tyler Willis (209 Minutes) Brett Angel (168 Minutes)

Power Play Goals Kory Karlander (10 Goals) Robin Bouchard (20 Goals)

Short Handed Goals Mike Manley (5 Goals) David Wrigley (4 Goals)

Game Winning Goals Tyler Rennette, Kory Karlander (5 GW) David Wrigley (7 GW)

Shots: Nick Bootland (214 Shots) Robin Bouchard (234 Shots)

Shooting Percentage: Jason Deitsch (21.2%) Jeff Nelson (24.0%)

Shootout Goals: Brach Church, Damian Surma Robin Bouchard (6 Goals)

Mike Dombkiewicz (3 Goals)

Shootout Percentage: Lee Ruff (100%) Jeff Petruic (100%)

Goals Against Average: Joel Martin (2.19) Kevin LaPointe (2.53)

Save Percentage: Joel Martin (0.921) Kevin LaPointe (0.911)

All-Time/ Season Series

All-Time Series: K-Wings Trail All-Time Series: 17-37-7

Season Series: Season Series Tied: 2-2-1

Last Meeting: K-Wings Lost 4-3 in a shootout on January 28th @ Wings Stadium in Kalamazoo, Michigan

Next Meeting: Tuesday, February 14th @ Wings Stadium in Kalamazoo, Michigan

Closing in on 100

K-Wing forward Dustin Virag is nearing a personal milestone. Virag needs one more goal to reach 100 for his career.

Road Warrior

Forward Nick Bootland has loved playing on the road. Dating back to December 10th, Bootland has recorded a point in each of his last 11 road games.

A Career Year

With 29 points this season, forward Lucas Drake has already eclipsed his previous career high for points in a season. Drake comes into tonight on both a five-game point streak and a four-game goal streak. In his last 5 games, Lucas has notched 6 goals and 4 assists.

Player of the Week

With three points last night, reigning UHL Sher-Wood Player of the Week Jason Deitsch has continued his brilliant play. Deitsch enters tonight on a five-game point and assist streak. Over his past five games, the rookie forward has put up 5 goals and 8 assists.

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 are on sale now by calling the Wings Stadium Ticket Office 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, much more.

Rennette and Reynaert on the Radio

Join special guests Tyler Rennette and Jeff Reynaert as they join Head Coach Mark Reeds and the "Voice of the K-Wings" Mike Modugno on "K-Wings Live". The show is on Your Local Sports Leader AM 1660 WQSN Monday's from 6-7 PM at The Cabana Bar and Grill inside the Holiday Inn Kalamazoo on South 11th Street.

K-Wings on Radio

Catch all the K-Wings games home and away on the K-Wings Radio Network (WLKM 95.9 FM and Your Local Sports Leader AM 1660 WQSN). Join the "Voice of the K-Wings" Mike Modugno for all 76 regular season games plus the playoffs. Pre-game coverage begins with the Digital Highway Pre-Game Show 15 minutes prior to face-off. For the most complete coverage of the K-Wings from the Opening Face-Off to the Final Buzzer, keep your radio tuned this season to the K-Wings Radio Network.

Upcoming Games

Sunday, February 12th Vs Port Huron 4:00 PM (Meijer Scout Night)

Tuesday, February 14th Vs Muskegon 7:00 PM (6th Annual Pink Ice Game)

Friday, February 17th Vs Motor City 7:30 PM (Disco Fever)

Saturday, February 18th Vs Richmond 7:30 PM (WRKR Mascot and Red Robin Night)

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