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Depleted Lineup Doesn't Slow Oilers in 4-2 Win Over Gems

February 14, 2012 - Central Hockey League (CHL)
Tulsa Oilers News Release


TULSA, OK - Down to three true defensemen and without veteran center Marty Standish, the 13 skaters in the Oilers lineup banded together for a well-earned 4-2 victory over the Dayton Gems in front of 4,008 at the BOK Center.

Dayton forward Damien Surma put the Gems (16-23-9) out front six minutes into the opening frame but it didn't take long for the Oilers (23-19-5) to respond. Michel Beausoleil picked up a bouncing puck in the Gems zone and fluttered a shot past Larry Sterling to pull the Oilers even. Four minutes later, rookie forward Dylan Clarke capitalized on a Dayton turnover by roofing a backhand over the blocker of Sterling for his 21st goal of the season and fourth in the last two games. Mike Ullrich continued the Oilers onslaught by showcasing his speed and strength with a tremendous individual effort on Tulsa's first powerplay of the night. Ullrich's goal gave the Oilers a 3-1 lead going into the second period.

In the middle frame, the Oilers powerplay struck again. David Solway buried a rebound from the side of the net to give Tulsa a three-goal advantage.

Jonathan Ornelas pulled the Gems within two early in the third, but the Oilers held on down the stretch to post their second straight victory and earn an important two points.

Tulsa goalie Steve Christie, who earned his third win as an Oiler, turned aside 26 shots despite being tested at close range on several occasions.

The Oilers return to action for a fourth straight home game Friday night against Evansville. It will be the second meeting with the Icemen in six days after Evansville recorded a 4-1 win in Tulsa on February 11. The first 3,000 fans (21 and over) into the arena on Friday will receive a voucher for $10 in matchplay to River Spirit Casino.

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