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Fantastic Finish Earns Flames Point In Overtime Loss

November 26, 2008 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Abbotsford Heat News Release


A thrilling third period comeback earned the Flames a point during a 4-3 overtime loss on Wednesday vs. Iowa. Kris Chucko scored twice to cap the comeback after Dan Ryder opened the scoring with his second goal of the season. Iowa's Josh Green won the game with his eighth tally of the season just 21 seconds into the extra frame.

The Chops hopped out to a 2-0 lead on first period goals by Eric Boguniecki and Drew Miller. Boguniecki scored a power-play goal on the rebound after Flames netminder Leland Irving had denied Matt Beleskey on his initial shot. Iowa stretched their lead when Miller added a tally three minutes later. Miller scored following a nifty set-up by Joakim Lindstrom. The Swedish forward dangled through the left wing circle before setting up Miller at the left wing post. The Chops held their two-goal advantage through the game's opening 20 minutes.

Despite outshooting the Chops 13-4, the Flames were unable to score in the middle frame. Iowa was held scoreless as well and the teams began the final 20 minutes with the Chops holding a 2-0 edge.

The Chops extended their lead to 3-0 when Petteri Wirtanen scored on a shot from the left wing circle at 1:35 of the third period. Following Wirtanen's tally, the Flames offense exploded for three goals in a span of just over seven minutes to tie the game. Dan Ryder scored with an assist to Carsen Germyn following a Chops turnover. Three minutes later, Kris Chucko scored a power-play goal to pull the Flames to within one. Chucko converted again on a goal-mouth scramble at 16:06 of the third to tie the game at three and force the Flames third overtime appearance of the season.

In the overtime, the Chops scored a transition goal during a 3-on-1 rush. T.J. Trevelyan fed Josh Green who beat Irving to give the Chops the win by a final of 4-3.

The Flames are home on Friday for a showdown with the San Antonio Rampage. Mixed Martial Arts Legend Pat Miletich will be in attendance for a meet and greet with fans. It's also the kick off to the 2008 Toys for Tots campaign. Fans that donate a toy will receive $3.00 off their ticket purchase at the i wireless Center Box Office. Tickets for Friday's game are also available via phone at (563) 326-1111 or on-line at ticketmaster.com.



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