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January 11, 2016 - ECHL (ECHL)
Cincinnati Cyclones News Release


LAST WEEK RECAP:

Saturday Recap: The Cincinnati Cyclones (15-13-3-2) dropped a 3-2 overtime decision to the Norfolk Admirals on Saturday night. Forward Jack Downing scored both goals for the Cyclones, who wrap up their season-long, five-game road trip. The Cyclones outshot Norfolk, 38-37 on the night, while the power play converted on 1-of-6 chances.

Friday Recap: The Cincinnati Cyclones (15-13-2-2) fell to the Norfolk Admirals, 3-1, on Friday night. Forward Andrew Yogan scored the lone goal for the Cyclones. Goaltender Brandon Whitney had a solid night in goal, stopping 28 of the 30 shots he faced. The Cyclones were outshot, 31-24 on the night, while the power play was held scoreless on all four chances.

Wednesday Recap: The Cincinnati Cyclones (15-12-2-2) fell to the Atlanta Gladiators, 5-2, on Wednesday night. Forward Joe Wilson and defenseman Cody Carlson scored the goals for Cincinnati. The Cyclones outshot Atlanta, 37-33, while the power play was held scoreless on all four chances.

Last Sunday Recap: The Cincinnati Cyclones (15-11-2-2) collected a 4-2 win over the South Carolina Stingrays on Sunday afternoon. Forwards Zach Budish, Nick Huard and Andrew Yogan, and defenseman Cody Carlson scored the goals for the Cyclones, who snap their brief two-game road-losing streak. Cyclones goaltender Brandon Whitney was stellar in goal, coming up with a number of spectacular saves, including a stop on a 2-on-0 shorthanded breakaway in the second period. Overall, he stopped 43 of the 45 shots he faced, earning his sixth win as a Cyclone. The Cyclones were out shot, 43-27, while the power play was held scoreless on all three chances.

Upcoming Schedule:

Wednesday, January 13 vs FT. Wayne- 7:35pm ET

Saturday, January 16 AT Allen- 8:05pm ET

Sunday, January 17 AT Allen- 5:05pm ET

News and Notes:

Cyclones Claim Iles off Waivers: Over the weekend, the Cyclones claimed netminder Andy Iles off of waivers from the Kalamazoo Wings. The 23-year-old has appeared in 13 games this season, splitting time between the Brampton Beast and Atlanta Gladiators. He has posted a 3-3-1 record, along with a 2.38 goals against average, and a 0.892 save percentage this season. A native of Ithaca New York, Iles is in his second full professional season, having seen time last season with the Florida Everblades and the Alaska Aces, after starting his pro career in 2013-14 with the Everblades. Iles played collegiately at Cornell University, appearing in 118 career games. In four seasons with the Big Red, he posted a 58-42-17 record with nine shutouts, a 2.26 goals-against-average and .917 save percentage. He broke Ben Scrivens' all-time program record for saves (2,962), and made 80 consecutive starts in net for Cornell, the fifth longest streak in NCAA (Division I) history. Internationally, Iles represented the U.S. (Under-20) Team at the World Junior Championships in 2010-11, helping the Americans to a Bronze Medal.

Home Cookin': The Cyclones skate at home on Wednesday for the first time in the month of January, when they welcome in the Ft. Wayne Komets. Cincinnati is 10-2-1-2 at home this season, averaging 2.93 goals per game in home contests. After starting 2016 with eight of their first nine games on the road, the Cyclones will play four of their last five games in January at home.

HE SHOOTS, HE SCORES!: Forward Jack Downing tallied both goals in Cincinnati's 3-2 overtime loss to Norfolk on Saturday night, and is now tied for second in the League with 16 goals on the season.

Quenneville, Weinstein Return: Forward Peter Quenneville and defenseman Steve Weinstein have been returned to the Cyclones from the Lake Erie Monsters. Quenneville was reassigned on loan, while Weinstein was released from his PTO. Quenneville suited up in one game for the Monsters, however did not register a point. Weinstein saw action in four games, registering an assist.

Downing, Whitney named to Fantasy Team: The ECHL League Office has announced the winner from each team on the 2015-16 ECHL Fantasy Team, presented by The MeiGray Group, as well as the goaltenders who will be participating for each of the League's 28 teams in the Golden Goalie Program. Amongst the participants are Cyclones forward Jack Downing, and goaltender Brandon Whitney. Fans had the opportunity to vote for one player on each team, and that player will wear a special Fantasy Team jersey at an upcoming home game. A goaltender from each team was also selected, and he too will wear a specially-designed jersey at an upcoming home game.

The 2015-2016 season is underway! Your Cyclones are on the march towards another Kelly Cup Championship, and want you along for the ride! Be sure to check out one of our 2015-16 Ticket Packages, available NOW! Call 513.421.PUCK to reserve your seats. Fans can also get the latest team updates on Facebook, Twitter (@CincyCyclones), Instagram, and our website, http://www.cycloneshockey.com www.cycloneshockey.com!

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