ECHL Cincinnati Cyclones

Cyclones' Rally Falls Short in Elmira, 2-1

Published on November 30, 2013 under ECHL (ECHL)
Cincinnati Cyclones News Release


ELMIRA, New York - A late game rally for the Cincinnati Cyclones (11-7-0-0) was spoiled by the Elmira Jackals (5-10-0-2) as they held onto a 2-1 win in front of 2,813 at First Arena on Friday night.

The hometown Jackals jumped out to a 2-0 lead as Rob Bellamy and Artem Demkov collected goals just three minutes apart beginning at the 8:12 mark. And thanks to a 23-7 shot advantage in the opening stanza, Elmira led it by a pair at the first intermission.

John McFarland answered back for Cincinnati as he caught a cross-ice pass from Adam Brace in the slot and potted his eighth goal of the season at 9:31 to make it a 2-1 contest. However, thanks to another solid period from Jackals goalie Scott Greenham (W, 35 saves, 5-6-0-1), the home team carried the one-goal cushion after 40 minutes of play.

The Cyclones ratcheted up the pressure in the final period, peppering Elmira's goaltender with 13 shots on net. And thanks to a strong showing by Michael Houser (L, 40 saves, 3-4-0), the game was still in reach during the final minutes. Unfortunately, the Jackals penalty kill unit stayed strong to prevent a late-game comeback and took the win by a 2-1 final score.

The Cyclones will close out their three-city road trip tomorrow afternoon in Wheeling, West Virginia as they visit the Nailers at 3:00pm. Fans can hear all the action of the game on the Cyclones Radio Network (CyclonesHockey.com/America One/Cyclones Mobile App) beginning at 2:30pm.

The Cyclones will return to the ice at U.S. Bank Arena Friday, December 6 when they host the Evansville IceMen at 7:30pm! It will be the 2013 Pucks N Pups Night & Wiener Dog Races, where fans can bring their four-legged friend to the game for just $2 in addition to a normal game ticket! Tickets are on sale now! Call 513.421.PUCK or visit CyclonesHockey.com to secure your seats. Fans can also get the latest team updates throughout the season on Facebook and Twitter (@CincyCyclones).

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