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December 16, 2013 - ECHL (ECHL)
Cincinnati Cyclones News Release


THIS PAST WEEK:

About Friday Night in Kalamazoo: The Cyclones found five different goal scorers while the team's penalty kill unit was a perfect five-for-five en route to a convincing 5-2 win over the Wings in front of 2,720 at Wings Stadium. Josh Birkholz, Wade Megan and Logan Shaw each had multi-point efforts while Rob Madore turned aside 29 saves to earn the victory.

About Wednesday Night in Toledo: Adam Brace's second period goal turned out to be the game-winner as the Cyclones knocked off the Walleye by a 3-2 final score in front of 3,635 at Huntington Center. Cincinnati's penalty kill was sensational as well, extinguishing three of the four Toledo Walleye man-advantages including two in the final period. Michael Houser made 30 saves to earn the win.

About Tuesday Night vs. Kalamazoo: Former Cyclone David Pacan scored the game winning goal as the Wings edged past the Cyclones by a 3-1 final score in front of 1,610 at U.S. Bank Arena. Goaltender Joel Martin turned aside 34 of the 35 shots he faced in the tilt, earning his team the victory and pulling them within one point of catching Cincinnati in the North Division standings.

SHOTS FROM THE POINT:

Closing In On Christmas: With back-to-back wins under their belt, the North Division leading Cyclones will host a trio of games at U.S. Bank Arena this week. Tomorrow night, they'll face the Kalamazoo Wings for the third time in a week for a Big Beer Tuesday / Anchorman Night. Then, on Friday they'll play the first of two games against the Elmira Jackals. Friday's game will by Cyclones Snow Globe Night while Saturday's contest will feature "Sing for Santa" and an appearance by the Stanley Cup!

Megan's Masterful: Cincinnati rookie Wade Megan has maintained an impressive start to his pro career. He has notched points in three of his last four games and ranks third among ECHL rookies in points. His 12 goals are tied for the league lead among first-year players.

Four Score and Win: The Clones have been nearly unbeatable when reaching the four-goal plateau, going 8-1-0 in such situations. When they hold their opponents to less than four goals, Cincy is 11-4-0-1.

UPCOMING PROMOTIONS

Tuesday, December 17 BIG BEER TUESDAY / ANCHORMAN NIGHT - 7:30pm Fans 21+ can enjoy $2 24-ounce beers while we pay homage to the classic comedy "Anchorman!"

Friday, December 20 CYCLONES SNOW GLOBE NIGHT - 7:30pm Fans will take home a limited-edition Cyclone Snow Globe!

Saturday, December 21 SING FOR SANTA / STANLEY CUP NIGHT - 7:30pm Fans can take pictures with the Stanley Cup throughout the night. Plus, several local choirs will sing Christmas Carols as the Cyclones play their last game before the holiday break. In addition, the Inflatamaniacs will perform during the intermission!

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. Kalamazoo

Tuesday, December 17 - 7:30pm

BIG BEER TUESDAY / ANCHORMAN NIGHT

Cincinnati vs. Elmira

Friday, December 20 - 7:30pm

CYCLONES SNOW GLOBE NIGHT

Cincinnati vs. Elmira

Saturday, December 21 - 7:30pm

SING FOR SANTA / STANLEY CUP NIGHT

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