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March 18, 2013 - ECHL (ECHL)
Cincinnati Cyclones News Release


THIS PAST WEEK:

About Saturday Night in Reading: Yannick Tifu's second period goal proved to be the game winner as the Royals hung on to beat the Cyclones by a 3-2 final score in front of 5,863 at Sovereign Center. Mathieu Aubin and Mattias Lindstrom both scored for Cincinnati in a losing effort.

About Last Night in Trenton: Andy Bombach's goal in round two of the shootout proved to be the game-winner as the Titans defeated the Cincinnati Cyclones by a 2-1 final score in front of 3,254 at Sun Center. With the Cyclones earning a point despite the loss, they officially clinched a Kelly Cup Playoff berth - the earliest a Cincinnati team has ever locked in a spot since returning to ECHL play in 2006.

SHOTS FROM THE POINT:

Headed South: After a weekend trip through the Atlantic Division complete, the Cyclones will now travel south to take on three different opponents over the next seven days. On Wednesday, they'll meet the Gwinnett Gladiators before heading to the Sunshine State for two games against the defending Kelly Cup Champion Florida Everblades followed by a Sunday matinee versus the Orlando Solar Bears.

An Early Clinch: By capturing a point on Friday in Trenton, the Cyclones clinched a Kelly Cup Playoff berth for the second time in three seasons under Head Coach Jarrod Skalde. In fact, it was the earliest a Cyclones team has reserved their space in the postseason since returning to ECHL play in 2006.

North Division Champions!: With the Toledo Walleye falling on Sunday evening, the Cyclones officially clinched their third-ever Division Championship! While the Clones won back-to-back division titles in 2007-08 and 2008-09, this season is the earliest they have ever secured the divison crown.

He's a Giver: While he's been among the team lead for points, rookie David Pacan continues to rack up the assists this season. With a pair of helpers this weekend, he has now notched a point in six straight games and is tied for third among rookies with 51 tallies in 56 games. His assist totals (37) are among the ECHL's top 20.

Playing Positive: Cyclones defenseman Chris Reed has been a beacon of stability on the blue line this season, accumulating a +29 plus/minus rating - the second best among all ECHL players this season. Mathieu Aubin took home the Plus Performer of the Year a season ago with a +25 season rating. Reed is on pace to rank in the Cyclone All-Time Top 5 for a single season plus/minus mark.

Coors Light Jarrod Skalde Show RETURNS MARCH 25: Join us next Monday, March 25 from 7-8pm at the Tap House Grill for THE FINAL week of hockey conversation with Cyclones Head Coach Jarrod Skalde and Voice of the Cyclones Nick Brunker. Enjoy great food and Coors Light beer specials as we chat about what's coming up in Puckopolis! Cyclones Rewards Members will receive 50 points for attending!

UPCOMING PROMOTIONS

Friday, March 29 Cincinnati's Largest Fish Fry / $1 Beers - 7:30pm Fans can enjoy the final Friday in Lent with Cincinnati's Largest Fish Fry!

Saturday, March 30 Fan Appreciation Night Presented by U.S. Bank - 7:30pm $1 John Morrell Hot Dogs, Donatos Pizza, and Soda. Plus, TONS of great giveaways all night long!

Kelly Cup Playoffs - TBD Promotions during postseason play will be announced soon!

TICKET INFORMATION

For tickets to all games this season, log onto CyclonesHockey.com, call 513.421.PUCK (7825) or visit the U.S. Bank Arena Box Office.

UPCOMING HOME GAMES

Cincinnati vs. Evansville

Friday, March 29 - 7:30pm

CINCINNATI'S LARGEST FISH FRY / $1 BEERS

Cincinnati vs. Evansville

Saturday, March 30 - 7:30pm

FAN APPRECIATION NIGHT PRESENTED BY U.S. BANK

Cincinnati vs. TBA

TBA

KELLY CUP EASTERN CONFERENCE QUARTERFINALS

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