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March 24, 2008 - ECHL (ECHL)
Florida Everblades News Release


ESTERO, FL - The Florida Everblades completed this past week with a 0-2-0 record. The Everblades enter this week's action with a record of 35-23-8 (78 pts., 4th, South Division.)

UPCOMING GAMES (All times Eastern)

Wednesday, Friday & Saturday, March 26, 28 & 29 vs. Gwinnett Gladiators Game Times: 7:30 p.m. (All Three Games) The Everblades begin their season-ending six-game home stand with three contests again the Gwinnett Gladiators at Germain Arena. The games will be the fourth, fifth and sixth of the season between the clubs and will signal the end of the season series between the South Division Rivals. The Everblades are 0-3-0 vs. Gwinnett this season, losing all three games at Gwinnett. The Gladiators enter this week with a record of 41-20-5 (87 pts., 2nd, South Division). The Everblades hold an all-time record of 13-17-6 vs. Gwinnett and are 7-5-5 all-time at home vs. the Gladiators.

Promotions:

Wednesday, March 26: Steve Saviano Bobblehead giveaway! The first 2,500 fans receive this cool collectable thanks to Naples Daily News and Bonita Daily News. The doors will open at 6:30 so get here early!!

Friday, March 28: "Beach Night With the Blades!" Come dressed in your beach attire as the Blades take on the Gladiators! Fans can enter the "Best Dressed Contest" to win prizes thanks to Key West Express and Universal Studios Orlando! The Everblades will be wearing special beach themed jersey's that night and those jerseys will be auctioned off following the game!

Also on Friday is the annual Team Photo Giveaway! The first 5,000 fans in attendance will receive a 2007-08 Everblades Team Photo, courtesy of Direct Impressions!

Saturday, March 29: "Bike Night!" The first 2,500 fans will receive an Everblades poster.

LAST WEEK'S GAMES

Thursday, March 20 at Gwinnett Gladiators 4-1 Loss The Everblades fired a 2007-08 team-high 47 shots on Thursday night, but lost 4-1 to the Gladiators in Gwinnett. Former Everblades goaltender Craig Kowalski limited the Everblades to just one goal, scored by Preston Callander early in the second period. Despite out-shooting the Gladiators 19-3 in the third period, the Everblades couldn't draw any closer. In goal Kevin Nastiuk suffered the loss after allowing the four goals on 27 shots. Florida Special Teams: PP: 0-for-4; PK: 3-for-5.

Friday, March 21 at South Carolina Stingrays 4-2 Loss The Everblades finished off their road schedule and wrapped up their season series with the Stingrays on Friday night. For the second straight night the Blades ran into a hot goaltender as South Carolina net-minder Davis Parley turned away 44 of 46 shots to help the Stingrays to a 4-2 win. Jarret Lukin and Preston Callander scored the two Florida goals. In goal David Shantz played well, but took the loss after allowing the four goals on 31 shots. Florida Special Teams: PP: 0-for-2; PK: 4-for-5.

WEEKLY SCHEDULE: Monday, March 24 Practice, 10:00 a.m. @ Germain Arena Tuesday, March 25 Practice, 10:00 a.m. @ Germain Arena Wednesday, March 26 Pre-Game Skate, 10:00 a.m. @ Germain Arena GAME vs. Gwinnett Gladiators, 7:30 p.m. @ Germain Arena Thursday, March 27 Practice, 10:00 a.m. @ Germain Arena Friday, March 28 Pre-Game skate, 10:00 a.m. @ Germain Arena GAME vs. Gwinnett Gladiators, 7:30 p.m. @ Germain Arena Saturday, March 29 Pre-Game Skate, 10:00 a.m. @ Germain Arena GAME vs. Gwinnett Gladiators, 7:30 p.m. @ Germain Arena Sunday, March 30 OFF DAY

2007-08 EVERBLADES REGULAR SEASON NUMBERS Quick Stats Overall Record 35-23-8 Home Record 22-5-3 Road Record 13-18-5 Overtime Record 1-4 Shootout Record 4-4 Power Play 65-369 (12th) Penalty Kill 343-397 (3rd)

Leading Scorers Derek Damon 23-43-66 Ernie Hartlieb 23-35-58 Mathieu Melanson 27-30-57 Preston Callander 18-29-47 David Cornacchia 8-32-40

Leading Goaltenders Kevin Nastiuk 2.47 GAA, 4-4-2 Justin Peters 2.57 GAA, 18-10-2 David Shantz 2.72 GAA, 9-4-3 Tyler Plante 2.81 GAA, 4-5-1

Plus/Minus Leaders Kirk MacDonald +23 Ernie Hartlieb +19 Preston Callander +15 Mathieu Melanson +12

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: 65-for-369 (17.6%) which ranks the Everblades 12th in the ECHL. At home the Everblades are 39-for-173 (22.5%) which ranks 4th, and on the road the Everblades are 26-for-196 (13.3%) which ranks 19th. Penalty Kill: 343-for-397 (86.4%) which ranks the Everblades 3rd in the league. At home the 'Blades are 160-for-178 (89.9%) which is 1st in the league and on the road the Everblades have killed off 183 of 219 (83.6%) chances against them which ranks 7th.

Who's Hot!: Here's a look at who's hot for the Blades entering this week: G David Shantz is 6-1-2 in his last nine starts...F Derek Damon has points in 11 of the last 12 games (6g, 12a) and has points in 20 of his last 23 games (9g, 21a)...F Ernie Hartlieb has picked up points in 10 of the last 13 games (6g, 6a)...F Preston Callander has notched a point in 10 of the last 11 games (5g, 8a).

Upcoming Milestones: Here's a look at some milestones that Everblades players are approaching: F Ernie Hartlieb is two games away from playing in his 200th as an Everblade, which would place him sixth all-time in Everblades history

Killing Machine!: Over their last 12 games the Everblades have been stellar on the penalty kill, holding their opponents to just six power play goals on 66 chances, for an impressive 91.0% kill rate. During one stretch over the 12-game span, the Everblades killed off 37 straight power play opportunities from Feb. 29 at Pensacola until Mar. 14 at Columbia.

Home Sweet Home: The Everblades are currently on their longest home winning streak of the season, having won their last eight at Germain Arena. The streak began with a 4-1 win on February 9 vs. Augusta. Earlier this season the Everblades strung together a six-game winning streak on home ice as well. For those wondering, the all-time Everblades record for longest home winning streak is 12 done during the 2005-06 season. Also, with seven home games remaining, the Everblades still have a chance to tie the all-time record for most home wins in one season with 28, which was done in 1999-00.

Long Road Behind: This past Friday, the Everblades wrapped up the road portion of their 2007-08 schedule. The Blades end the season with a 13-18-5 mark away from Germain Arena. Unfortunately for the Blades, the 13 wins was the fewest amassed by the club on the road in the team's 10-year history.

Playoff Tickets: 2008 Kelly Cup Playoff tickets have gone on sale for the first Everblades home game. Tickets for Game "A" are on sale now at the Germain Arena box office or by logging on to www.ticketmaster.com or by calling TicketMaster at 239-334-3309. The date for Game "A" is yet to be determined. The 2008 Kelly Cup Playoffs begin the week of April 7.

TV Game: The Everblades' final Television broadcasted game will take place on Saturday, March 29 when the Everblades host the Gwinnett Gladiators. The game can been seen locally in Southwest Florida on MY TV-8, with coverage beginning at 7:30 p.m.

Coach's Show: "Blades Talk!" the Everblades coach's show returns this Tuesday night for another installment. The show takes place live at Don Haney's Smokehouse in Fort Myers from 7 - 8 p.m. on Tuesday night! Fans are encouraged to join the voice of the Everblades Kevin Reiter and Everblades associate coach Jason Nobili live in person!! The show can also be heard live from 7-8 on SportsRadio 770 AM.

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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