AHL Rockford IceHogs

Hogs Host Wolves, Teddy Bear Toss Tonight

Published on December 8, 2012 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Rockford IceHogs News Release


Rockford, Ill. - Averaging more than four tallies per game over their past eight contests, the Rockford IceHogs (13-9-0-1) will look to continue pouring on the goals tonight to make it rain Teddy Bears at the BMO Harris Bank Center in an Illinois Lottery Cup matchup with the Chicago Wolves (9-9-2-1).

A 7:05 p.m. puck drop, the Hogs will host their annual Teddy Bear Toss. Fans are encouraged to bring new teddy bears and/or stuffed animals and throw them onto the ice after the IceHogs score their first goal. The teddy bears will be collected and donated to various charities throughout the Rockford community.

Also, the first 1,500 adults (21+) to enter the game will receive a voucher for an IceHogs glass mug courtesy of Applebee's. Fans can redeem the vouchers at either of the two Rockford area Applebee's locations to pick up the mugs.

For tickets, visit IceHogs.com, by calling (815) 968-5222 or at any Ticketmaster outlet and the BMO Harris Bank Center Box Office.

Tonight's game can be viewed on WIFR's 23.2 "Weather Now," Comcast Cable channel 436, Mediacom 101 or online through AHLlive.com.

Rockford enters tonight's contest on a four-game winning streak, after rallying back last night from a 3-1 deficit in the third period to defeat the Milwaukee Admirals, 5-3.

Rockford remains in first place in the Midwest division due in part to garnering 16 points in their last 10 games, while the Wolves have slipped into third place, picking up just six points in their previous 10 contests.

Thus far on the campaign, the Hogs hold a 1-2-0-1 record against Chicago, defeating their divisional rival 4-2 in their previous meeting on Nov. 28 at the Allstate Arena.

Martin St. Pierre has led the charge against the Wolves this season, tallying four points (1g-3a) in the four contests. The Hogs captain also leads the team with 21 points (9g-12a) on the year, and has scored goals in four straight games dating back to the Nov. 28 bout with the Wolves.

Off the ice, the captain showcases his leadership as well. St. Pierre has agreed to shave his head after the game on Saturday, Dec. 15 and donate all of his hair to Locks of Love. Great Clips will be on hand for tonight's game to cut hair for anyone willing to donate it to Locks of Love. Every fan that shaves their head will also receive a free ticket to the IceHogs game on Jan. 9 and an IceHogs hat. Women can receive a free ticket and hat by clipping a portion of their hair.

Other IceHogs skaters have been streaking during the hot stretch, including defenseman Adam Clendening (1g-7a) recording points in five-straight tilts, and forwards Ben Smith (4g-5a) and Andrew Shaw (4g-3a) notching points in six-straight games.

The IceHogs, along with WIFR and ESPN 1380 are also collecting gently used sports equipment to donate to the Stateline Boys and Girls Club. A bin will be setup at the BMO Harris Bank Center Box Office for fans to drop their equipment and each person to donate will receive a special ticket offer (buy one ticket, get one free) for any IceHogs home game through the January 11th game.

Next Home Game: Saturday, Dec. 15 vs. Hamilton. Game time is 7:05 p.m. Rockford and Hamilton meet for the first time this season. The first 2,500 fans to the game will pick up an IceHogs baseball hat courtesy of Xfinity.

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