ECHL Kalamazoo Wings

Gill Loaned to Worcester

November 12, 2010 - ECHL (ECHL)
Kalamazoo Wings News Release


Kalamazoo, MI- The Kalamazoo Wings, proud member of the ECHL and affiliate of the National Hockey League's New York Islanders and American Hockey League's Bridgeport Sound Tigers, announce goaltender Riley Gill has been loaned to the Worcester Sharks of the AHL.

Entering his first full season as a professional, Gill participated in the training camp of the Columbus Blue Jackets. By being loaned to Worcester, Gill becomes the second member of the K-Wings this season to be sent up to the AHL.

Acquired in a trade with the Victoria Salmon Kings last week, Gill hasn't yet made his season debut with the K-Wings. Currently second amongst all ECHL goaltenders this season with a goals against average of 1.33, Gill went 3-0-0, with Victoria and earned his first pro shutout on 10/15/10 against Idaho. Earlier this week, Gill was named the ECHL's Goaltender of the Month for October.

Gill started his pro career last season with the K-Wings after completing his collegiate career with Western Michigan University. Last season with the K-Wings, Gill went 1-0-1 in the regular season with a goals against average of 2.40. In his first pro game, Gill stopped 36 saves to record his first pro win on 03/20/10 against Wheeling.

In Gill's absence, the K-Wings have signed goaltender Tom Askey.

The K-Wings will return to Wings Stadium to start a three-game home stand tonight, Friday, November 12th with a 7:30 p.m. face-off against the Gwinnett Gladiators on Military Appreciation Night. All military and veterans will receive a FREE popcorn with valid ID. Friday is also a Frugal Fan Friday, featuring $1 beers and $1 hot dogs. Friday will also feature a special performance by nationally renowned country stars, Due West, presented by WNWN and a performance from the Greater Kalamazoo Skating Association.

Kalamazoo will continue the home stand on Saturday, November 13th with a 7:30 p.m. face-off versus the Toledo Walleye. Saturday continues this year's "Celebrity" Series at Wings Stadium with a special performance from "America's Got Talent" finalist from two seasons ago, Quick Change.

The home stand will conclude on Sunday, November 14th with a 4 p.m. encounter versus the Wheeling Nailers during the second "Family Hockey Day in the 'Zoo", presented by Charter. On Sunday's all kids will eat FREE! During all Sunday contests, the first 500 kids will receive a special prize; this Sunday's prize will be K-Wings Silly Bandz.

Single-game tickets for all regular season home game are currently on sale at the Wings Stadium Ticket Office. Ticket Office hours are Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For more information, call Wings Stadium Ticket Office during regular business hours at (269) 345-5101.

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