Ellsworth and Martz get Stockton to overtime, Scott buries game-winner
February 9, 2007 - ECHL (ECHL)
Stockton Thunder News Release
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. - Tyler Scott scored a game-winning goal with 51 seconds elapsed into overtime as Stockton Thunder (21-13-9, 51 points) goaltender Cam Ellsworth made 37 saves as the Thunder settled for a 2-1 overtime loss to the Bakersfield Condors, in front of 6,876 at Rabobank Arena on Friday.
With the point gained in overtime, the Thunder has now surpassed its 50-point total attained in its inaugural 2005-06 season.
Ellsworth and Bakersfield counterpart Jamie Hodson battled through the first period in a scoreless tie, with Ellsworth stopping eight Condors shots, including a one-timer from Alexandre Bolduc early in the frame. Hodson's 11 saves was highlighted by the blanking of four Thunder power-plays in the period.
Alexandre Bolduc buried his fourth goal of the campaign for a 1-0 Condors lead in the second period at the 16:40 mark, burying a rebound from a pile in front of the net.
Assistant captain Nathan Martz tied the game with 3:34 remaining on a breakaway, converting an outlet pass from defenseman Bryan Young and beating Hodson with a backhander.
Defenseman Tyler Scott netted the game-winner just 51 seconds into overtime, converting a drop pass by Bolduc and beating Ellsworth to his glove side.
Ellsworth's record moves to 8-8-3 with the overtime decision.
The Thunder returns home for its next game on Sunday, February 11 against the Las Vegas Wranglers at Stockton Arena, beginning at 4:00 p.m.. The game can be heard live on the internet (free-of-charge) and is available for viewing for a $6 "pay-per-view" charge at www.stocktonthunder.com (courtesy of B2 Networks).
Thunder season tickets, mini-plans and individual tickets for the 2006-07 season are on sale now. For more information about tickets, merchandise, or other inquiries contact the Stockton Thunder offices at (209) 373-1500 or visit www.stocktonthunder.com.
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Three Stars:
1. BAK - Jamie Hodson
2. BAK - Tyler Scott
3. BAK - Alexandre Bolduc
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