Danbury Whalers Weekly

February 9, 2012 - Federal Prospects Hockey League (FPHL)
Danbury Whalers News Release


Alex Goupil Returns to Danbury on Saturday

This Saturday, February 11th at 7:35 PM, at the Danbury Ice Arena, when the Danbury Whalers take on the 1000 Islands Privateers, the game marks the return of former Danbury Trashers player, Alex Goupil.

Goupil, one of the most popular players to play professionally in Danbury will be joining the team on Friday, February 10th when the Whalers are on the road in Brooklyn. Alex Goupil on Trashers g]

Goupil began his professional career in 2004 with the Trashers in the United Hockey League. He played two seasons for the Trashers scoring 50 goals in 136 regular season games. Over his six professional seasons (370 games) Goupil's totals are 162 goals, 154 assists, and almost a point a game average for his career.

Last season in the Federal Hockey League with the 1000 Islands Privateers, Goupil had his finest statistical season. In 44 games, Goupil led the league in Goals (42), Points (77), Power Play Goals (12), and Game Winning Goals (9).

When the Privateers came to town last season on December 18, 2010, prior to the start of that game, Alex Goupil addressed the crowd and thanked them for all of their support over his two seasons in Danbury. The Danbury faithful responded with a rousing ovation. Goupil commented, "That was a great moment as it gave me a chance to thank the fans in a city that I have never forgotten. This year I want to be a part of another Danbury home team that brings to them to their feet again."

The Danbury Whalers are home on Thursday, February 4th at 7:35 vs. the Brooklyn Aviators in a battle for 3rd place. Tickets are available online at www.thedanburywhalers.com or by calling 973-713-7547.

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Steven Mallaro Rejoins the Danbury Whalers

The Danbury Whalers will receive an offensive boost for the blue line as defenseman Stephen Mallaro rejoins the team today. The 24-year old from Syracuse, New York joined the team on assignment from the Elmira Jackals in the East Coast Hockey League in November.

He played seven games with the Whalers in the month, scoring three goals on 19 shots in those games. He has two power play goals on the season, including the game-winner at Brooklyn November 12th, his first professional goal. Mallaro earned a call-up to the Trenton Titans, where he played 21 games. He's also played 2 games with the Cincinnati Cyclones this season but has yet to register a point in the ECHL.

Mallaro played his collegiate hockey at SUNY-Oswego.

Mallaro will make his return to the Whalers lineup at Brooklyn Friday night. The Whalers return to the Ice Arena Saturday, February 11th to face 1000 Islands and welcome back former Trasher Alex Goupil who will join the Whalers for the playoff run.

Tickets are available for this week and all upcoming Whalers games. Get your tickets by visiting thedanburywhalers.com or by calling 973-713-7547.

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Danbury Whalers Hockey This Weekend

Lets Do It

This weekend, it's Danbury Whalers Hockey!!! Are you ready to do it?

This Saturday, February 11th at 7:35 PM, the Danbury Whalers are home to take on the 1000 Islands Privateers

Sunday, February 12th at 5:00 PM, the Danbury Whalers are home to take on the Cape Cod Bluefins.

This is a battle for 3rd place and playoff position.

Third place means more home games.

More home games means more fun, more parties, more cheering, more sieving, more hot dogs, more Buffalo Wild Wings, more Mikey V, more Two Steps, more Lucky Dog, more Goupil, more hits, more goals, more tug boat horns, more carousel music, more Tricia Coe yelling at refs, more Tommy Utko not shaving, more Balou walking across the ice, more Big Freedy, more cold adult beverages, more Devin Guy Shuffle, more Jumpin James Sanford, more Rock N Roll Part 2...more Danbury Whalers Hockey in front of Hockey's Greatest Fans!!!

Saturday's game is a fundraising night for Rogers Park Middle School in Danbury and St. Joseph's School in Danbury. Both schools will be using their night to further develop enrichment programs for their students.

Sunday's fundraising effort will be to benefit The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). The Whalers and the LLS have teamed up for an evening of fun for the whole family at the Danbury Ice Arena. LLS will be promoting blood cancer awareness. A portion of tickets sold benefit The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's mission: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families.

The evening will also include a chuck a puck promotion and a silent auction with Whaler experiences and memorabilia to be auctioned off to benefit LLS.

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society © (LLS) is the world's largest voluntary health agency dedicated to blood cancer. LLS funds lifesaving blood cancer research around the world and provides free information and support services.

Be sure to eat at Two Steps Downtown Grille before the game. Try the Big Juicy Danbury Whalers Burger - It's fantastic.

Park in the Patriot Garage across the street from the Danbury Ice Arena. It's safe, secure, and legal. Make sure the only ticket you get is to the game.

After the game on Saturday, stop by Two Steps on Ives Street in Danbury for the post game party. Meet the players coaches, staff, and management. It's going to be a great time.

After the game on Saturday, stop by TK's American Cafe on White Street in Danbury for the post game party. Meet the players coaches, staff, and management. It's going to be a great time.

If your car won't start after the game, Federal Automotive Service & Towing in Danbury is there to provide FREE ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE for all Danbury Whalers fans.

Tickets are still available, call 973-713-7547

Make a difference - Be a Danbury Whalers fan and Never Give Up

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Dream Come True Night

with the Danbury Whalers

Saturday, Feburary 18th @7:35 PM

A tribute to Dream Come True of Western CT will be showcased at the Saturday, February 18th Danbury Whalers hockey game vs. the 1000 Islands Privateers at the Danbury Ice Arena. Proceeds will be shared with Dream Come True, a non-profit organization which fulfills dreams for area children afflicted with a debilitating illness.

Danbury Whalers hockey is a family-oriented event, with additional family entertainment scheduled to honor Dream Come True Night at the Whalers. A child who has had his dream fulfilled by Dream Come True will be at the event with his family to talk about the experience. Games, prizes and a silent auction are also planned by Dream Come True volunteers. Information about the Dream Come True organization, including volunteer opportunities for teens and adults, Dream Child referrals and Dream sponsorships will be available at the arena that evening.

Dream Come True of Western CT fulfills dreams for chronically, seriously and terminally ill children between the ages of 4 and 19 in Fairfield, Litchfield and New Haven Counties. The volunteer-run organization has granted hundreds of dreams since its founding in 1984. Events like the Night at the Whalers are held each year to provide funding for these dreams, which have included specially-accommodated travel to destinations such as Disney World, meeting famous personalities, entertainment systems and computers. The dreams of approximately 25 area children per year become a reality through the efforts of dedicated volunteers and the ongoing support of our communities.

More information about Dream Come True of Western CT is available at the organization's website: www.dreamcometruect.org

Dream Come True of Western CT

178 Osborne St.

Danbury, CT 06810

Telephone: (203) 790-7333

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Wednesday, February 29th

Moved Back to Original Time @ 7:35 PM

The Danbury Whalers have announced that their game against the Brooklyn Aviators scheduled for Wednesday, Februrary 29th at 11:45, has been rescheduled and moved back to its original time of 7:35 PM.

Whalers CEO / Managing Partner, Herm Sorcher commented, "We had a good program in place for an afternoon game with the school systems, but there were few aspects that needed more time to put together. At this point it is better to put it back to the original time and go at it next year."



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