ECHL Orlando Solar Bears

Game Preview: Orlando Solar Bears at Wheeling Nailers

Published on December 14, 2016 under ECHL (ECHL)
Orlando Solar Bears News Release


GAME PREVIEW: SOLAR BEARS AT NAILERS

Orlando looks to continue strong run against Wheeling

WHO: Orlando Solar Bears (14-7-2-0) at Wheeling Nailers (11-8-2-0)

VENUE: WesBanco Arena, Wheeling, W. Va.

DATE: Wednesday, Dec. 14, 7:05 p.m.

WATCH: ECHL.TV

LISTEN: Visit our website or download the new Solar Bears mobile app to listen to the game via Mixlr

TONIGHT:

The Orlando Solar Bears begin a four-game stretch of games against non-division opponents with a game against the Wheeling Nailers of the North Division.

MASSA EXPECTED IN GOAL TONIGHT:

Ryan Massa will look to maintain his perfect record against the Nailers tonight, as the goaltender was in between the pipes for both of Orlando's wins against Wheeling last season, recording a 2.50 goals-against average through the pair of games while making 53 total saves.

FAMILIAR FACE:

Denver Manderson gets a crack against his former team tonight, as the Solar Bears alternate captain suited up for the Nailers for his first three seasons in the ECHL from 2011-14. Manderson had since gone on to record his finest season with Orlando in 2014-15, and is currently enjoying a bounce-back campaign, as he leads the team with 26 points (9g-17a) and is tied for 10th in league scoring.

SHOT ABUNDANCE

The Solar Bears are the only team in the Eastern Conference - and only second in the league - to have at least three skaters in the top 20 in total shots on goal. Eric Faille is fourth in the league with 94, while Tony Cameranesi is 12th with 75, and Denver Manderson is 16th with 73.

HEAD TO HEAD

Overall: 0-0-0-0

Home: 0-0-0-0

Road: 0-0-0-0

2015-16 Overall: 2-0-0-0

2015-16 Home: 0-0-0-0

2015-16 Away: 2-0-0-0

Last 5 Years: 7-0-0-0

Last 5 Years Home: 3-0-0-0

Last 5 Years Away: 4-0-0-0

LEADERS

Points: Manderson - 26

Goals: Perry - 14

Assists: Findlay - 19

+/-: Manderson - +15

PIM: Miller - 31

SOG: Faille - 94

BEAR TRACKER

Findlay: Needs one goal to tie Jacob Cepis and Brady Vail (35) for first in team historyBaier: Needs two goals to tie Mickey Lang (32) for fourth in team history STREAKS

Brouillard: 2-game point streak (1g-1a)Cameranesi: 2-game point streak (1g-2a)Crane: 4-game point streak: (5g-1a)Faille: 3-game point streak (1g-3a)Kaskisuo: 4-game win streakManderson: 2-game assist streak (2a)Watling: 3-game point streak (2g-2a)

AFFILIATE NOTES:

After defeating the Hartford Wolf Pack on Saturday by a 5-3 score, the Toronto Marlies take on the Rochester Americans tonight at 7 p.m. The Toronto Maple Leafs host the Arizona Coyotes on Thursday after falling to the San Jose Sharks in a 3-2 shootout loss on Tuesday.

NEW APP:

The Solar Bears have released a brand-new mobile app, presented by BB&T, giving Solar Bears fans everything they need right in their pocket. The app is also home to the brand-new Loyalty & Rewards Program, which provides Solar Bears fans with opportunities to accumulate points and redeem them for exclusive prizes. The new app is FREE and available for both iOS and Android devices.

NEXT HOME GAMES:

Ugly Sweater jersey - Solar Bears vs. Florida Everblades - Thursday, Dec. 22 - 7 p.m. Solar Bears vs. Florida Everblades - Tuesday, Dec. 27 - 7 p.m. Solar Bears vs. Greenville Swamp Rabbits - Friday, Dec. 30 - 7 p.m.

Single-game tickets are now on sale at the Amway Center box office and ticketmaster.com . Full and half-season ticket plans are now available by visiting OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com .

The Orlando Solar Bears are the proud ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Toronto Maple Leafs and AHL's Toronto Marlies, and play all of their home games at the ARS.com Rink at Amway Center, the 2012 Street and Smith's Sports Business Journal Sports Facility of the Year.

Follow the Solar Bears at OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com, Facebook and Twitter (@OrlandoHockey) for all the latest news and updates. Stay in touch with Shades on Instagram by following SolarBearsHockey.

Season tickets, Corporate Flex vouchers and Group tickets are a great way to entertain employees, co-workers, clients, friends and family. For more information on all of the Solar Bears ticket packages, call (407) 951-8200 or visit orlandosolarbearshockey.com.

Officially licensed Orlando Solar Bears replica team jerseys, apparel and headwear can be purchased online at orlandosolarbearshockey.com/shop.

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