Everblades Weekly
January 21, 2008 - ECHL (ECHL)
Florida Everblades News Release
ESTERO, FL - The Florida Everblades completed this past week with a 3-1-0 record. The Everblades enter this week's action with a record of 23-14-3 (49 pts., 3rd, South Division.)
UPCOMING GAMES (All times Eastern)
Friday & Sunday, January 25 & 26 vs. South Carolina Stingrays
Game Times: 7:30 p.m. Both Nights
The Everblades return home following the ECHL All-Star break to host the South Carolina Stingrays for three games, the first two this weekend. The two teams met at Germain Arena three weeks ago with the Everblades winning both games. This weekend's games are the fourth and fifth of nine between the South Division rivals. This season, the Everblades hold a 3-0-0 record vs. the Stingrays. The Everblades hold an all-time record of 41-21-9 vs. South Carolina and are 23-8-3 all-time at home vs. the Stingrays. South Carolina enters this week riding a four game winning streak and an overall record of 25-12-2 (52 pts., 2nd, South Division).
LAST WEEK'S GAMES
Tuesday, January 15 vs. Pensacola Ice Pilots 5-2 Win
The Everblades earned a 5-2 win over their in-state rival last Tuesday night. The Everblades picked up their goals from five different players as Preston Callander, Brandon Roach, Ernie Hartlieb, Brad Herauf and Derek Damon all tallied for the Blades. In goal David Shantz earned the win by stopping 28 shots. Florida Special Teams: PP: 2-for-8; PK: 5-for-7.
Friday, January 18 at Mississippi Sea Wolves 4-3 Loss
The Everblades fell 4-3 on the road in Mississippi on Friday night. Kirk MacDonald and David Cornacchia staked the Everblades to a 2-0 lead in the first period, but the Sea Wolves reeled off the next three goals to carry a 3-2 lead into the third period. Brett Peterson tied the game at three early in the third, but a late power play goal for Mississippi proved to be the game winner. In goal David Shantz suffered the loss allowing the four goals on 37 shots. Florida Special Teams: PP: 0-for-6; PK: 4-for-5.
Saturday, January 19 at Pensacola Ice Pilots 2-0 Win
The Everblades scored two third period goals to pick up a road win on Saturday night. Derek Damon and Mathieu Melanson scored the two third period markers for the Everblades and goaltender Justin Peters took care of the rest by stopping all 39 shots he faced en-route to his first professional shutout and the second shutout of the season for the Everblades. Florida Special Teams: PP: 1-for-6; PK: 6-for-6.
Sunday, January 20 at Mississippi Sea Wolves 3-1 Win
The Everblades rounded out their road trip with a 3-1 win at Mississippi on Sunday night. Mike McLean staked the Everblades to a 1-0 lead after one period. After Mississippi tied the game with a power play goal early in the second period, Derek Damon tallied the eventual game-winning goal midway through the second period with a power play goal. The Everblades sealed the win with their second power play marker of the night on a tally by Ernie Hartlieb. In goal Justin Peters won his second straight game by stopping 28 of 29 shots. Florida Special Teams: PP: 2-for-5; PK: 3-for-4.
WEEKLY SCHEDULE:
Monday, January 21 OFF DAY (All-Star Break)
Tuesday, January 22 OFF DAY (All-Star Break)
Wednesday, January 23 OFF DAY (All-Star Break)
Thursday, January 24 Practice, 10:00 a.m. @ Germain Arena
Friday, January 25 Pre-Game Skate, 10:00 a.m. @ Germain Arena
GAME vs. South Carolina Stingrays, 7:30 p.m. @ Germain Arena
Saturday, January 26 Pre-Game Skate, 10:00 a.m. @ Germain Arena
GAME vs. South Carolina Stingrays, 7:30 p.m. @ Germain Arena
Sunday, January 27 OFF DAY
2007-08 EVERBLADES REGULAR SEASON NUMBERSQuick Stats
Overall Record 23-14-3
Home Record 13-3-2
Road Record 10-11-1
Overtime Record 1-3
Shootout Record 2-0
Power Play 42-224 (9th)
Penalty Kill 214-248 (3rd)
Leading Scorers
Mathieu Melanson 19-15-34
Derek Damon 14-20-34
Ernie Hartlieb 11-21-32
David Cornacchia 6-20-26
Brad Zancanaro 7-13-20
Leading Goaltenders
David Shantz 1.70 GAA, 2-0-0
Kevin Nastiuk 2.53 GAA, 1-1-0
Tyler Plante 2.81 GAA, 4-5-1
Justin Peters 2.91 GAA, 13-7-2
Plus/Minus Leaders
Ernie Hartlieb +14
Derek Damon +9
Mathieu Melanson +9
David Cornacchia +8
Player of the Week Nominee: This week's Everblades Player of the Week nominee is Derek Damon who tallied a point in each of the four games this past week, registering three goals and four assists. The Everblades Goaltender of the Week nominee is Justin Peters who was 2-0-0 with a 0.50 GAA and a .985 save percentage in the two games he appeared in.
Special Teams Breakdown: Here's a look at the special teams of the Everblades and how it breaks down overall, home and away: Power play: 42-for-224 (18.8%) which ranks the Everblades 9th in the ECHL. At home the Everblades are 22-for-104 (21.2%) which ranks 5th, and on the road the Everblades are 20-for-120 (16.7%) which ranks 11th. Penalty Kill: 214-for-248 (86.3%) which ranks the Everblades 3rd in the ECHL. At home the 'Blades are 95-for-107 (88.8%) which is 3rd in the league and on the road the Everblades have killed off 119 of 141 (84.4%) chances against them which ranks 8th.
Milestone Reached: Everblades forward Derek Damon played in his 100th career game on January 20 at Mississippi. The third-year front man has played 82 of his 100 games in an Everblades uniform and has registered 88 points (37g, 53a) in that span, since wrapping up a four-year college career at the University of Maine...in the same game on January 20, defenseman Brett Peterson skated in his 250th career game. Peterson's pro career began in 2004-05 after a four-year college career at Boston College. Peterson, in his second season with the Everblades has 66 points (18g 48a) in his pro career.
Approaching Milestones: Here's a look at upcoming milestones for Everblades players: F Ernie Hartlieb is six goals shy of hitting 100 for his career...D Brad Brown is 23 games away from hitting the 600 mark in his 12-year career.
Who's Hot!: Here's a look at who's hot for the Blades entering this week: F Derek Damon has picked up points four straight games (3g, 4a) and in 15 of his last 18 games (16g, 19a)...F Mathieu Melanson has registered points in five of his last six games (2g, 4a) dating back to Dec. 15, prior to his call up to the AHL...F Ernie Hartlieb has points in six of the last nine games (3g, 6a)...D David Cornacchia has points four of the last six games (2g, 6a)...G David Shantz has won three of his four starts since being re-assigned to the club from Rochester.
Everblades Coach's Show: The Everblades coach's show "Blades Talk!" returns on Tuesday, January 22 from 7 - 8 p.m. at Don Haney's Smokehouse in Ft. Myers! Fans are encouraged to join Everblades head coach Gerry Fleming and the voice of the Everblades Kevin Reiter live in person at the Don Haney's Smokehouse located on Daniels Rd. in Ft. Myers. This week's special guest will be Brad Herauf. The show can also be heard live on SportsRadio 770 ESPN from 7 - 8 p.m. or can be heard via the internet by visiting the Everblades website at www.floridaeverblades.com.
Everblades 10th Anniversary Season: 2007-08 marks the 10th Anniversary of the Florida Everblades. In their first nine years the Everblades have compiled a record of 379-198-67 in 644 games...the team has never missed the playoffs in their history, and currently have the longest current streak in the ECHL of consecutive playoff appearances...the Everblades have advanced to the Conference Finals three times in the last four years, and made back-to-back appearances in the Kelly Cup Finals in 2004 & 2005...the team has on Brabham Cup title to its name after finishing with the ECHL's best regular season record in 1999-2000, and the club has won two division titles (1999-2000 & 2006-07).
Ticket Information: Experience the excitement of the Everblades 10th Anniversary season! Individual tickets to all Everblades home games are on sale now! Stop by the Germain Arena box office to reserve your seat for all the exciting action! Visit www.floridaeverblades.com and www.germainarena.com for more information on ticket packages, pricing and upcoming Germain Arena events.
On the Air: Everblades games, home and away, can be heard on SportsRadio 770 ESPN and via the internet courtesy of Waterman Broadcasting by logging on to www.abc-7.com/sports. In addition, Everblades games can be viewed via the internet thanks to B2 Networks by logging on to www.b2live.com. Join the voice of the Everblades Kevin Reiter as he calls all the action! The Everblades pre-game show begins 20 minutes prior to game time.
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