IHL 2 Rockford IceHogs

Hogs offense steamrolls to six-game unbeaten streak

Published on January 22, 2007 under International Hockey League 2 (IHL 2)
Rockford IceHogs News Release


The 2007 All-Star break didn't slow down the Rockford IceHogs. Following the annual All-Star Game on Wednesday, Rockford picked up where they left off during Week 15, going unbeaten in the club's three contests. Three more games are on the horizon for the Hogs in Week 16 including the start of a five-game road swing Friday.

Friday, Jan. 19: Rockford IceHogs 1 at Muskegon Fury 2 (SO)

Saturday, Jan. 20: Rockford IceHogs 8 at Chicago Hounds 2

Sunday, Jan. 21: Bloomington PrairieThunder 3 vs. Rockford IceHogs 7

Transactions

-Rockford goaltender Dayne Pyfer was added as the emergency goaltender on"ˆFriday, Jan. 19

-Rockford center Preston Mizzi was activated from team suspension on"ˆFriday, Jan. 19

-Rockford winger Erick Lizon was activated from the 10-Day IR on Wednesday, Jan. 17

-Rockford winger Paul Brown was moved from the 7 to 10-Day IR (original date 1/9) on Wednesday, Jan. 17

-Rockford defenseman Dan Boeser was placed on the 7-Day IR (retro 1/14) on Wednesday, Jan. 17

-Rockford center Nicolas Corbeil was reassigned from Milwaukee (AHL) on Tuesday, Jan. 16

-Rockford goalie Jake Moreland was placed on the 14-Day IR (retro 1/13) on Tuesday, Jan. 16

Bacon Bits:

The IceHogs are riding a season-high six game unbeaten streak (5-0-1).

Rockford has scored more goals in its last five contests (29) than in any other five-game stretch in club history.

Goaltender Frederic Cloutier is 7-1-2 in his last 10 decisions with a save percentage of .941 and a goals against average of 1.83.

Center Preston Mizzi has a goal in four straight games, totaling five tallies during his hot stretch.

Mizzi tied Rockford's all-time club record with his fourth career short-handed goal with the IceHogs.

Winger Jesse Bennefield, who tied the Hogs club-record with goals in five straight contests from 1/5/07-1/13/07, has tallied in eight of his last ten contests overall.

During Rockford's six game unbeaten streak, the Hogs power play is 13-for-39 (33.3%).

Over that same stretch, the IceHogs penalty kill has held its opponents to three power-play goals in 36 opportunities.

Winger Kevin Ulanski has five multi-point games in his last six contests totaling 4g-8a-12pts.

Head Coach Steve Martinson won his 550th career game as a head coach on Sunday.

Martinson has a career record of 550-196-65, a winning percentage of .718.

Hot Hog Week 15:

Center Preston Mizzi is the latest hot IceHogs skater, netting goals in four straight games, including all three contests in Week 15. Overall during Week 15, Mizzi chipped in 4g-3a-7pts with a plus/minus rating of +4.

Upcoming Games:

Wednesday, Jan. 24 vs. Elmira Jackals. The puck drops at 7:30 p.m. Elmira makes its first of three visits to Rockford to take on the Hogs. Wednesday is another Dollar Days with the IceHogs and Rock Station 104.9-FM, WXRX. That's dollar regular size hot dogs, soft drinks, select candy items and peanuts!

Friday, Jan. 26 at Quad"ˆCity Mallards. Game time is 7 p.m. Rockford returns to Moline to take on the archrival Mallards. The game is the third of the season at The MARK"ˆof the Quad Cities and seventh overall between the Western Conference foes.

Saturday, Jan. 27 at Flint Generals. The puck drops at 6:30 p.m. The IceHogs five-game road swing continues with the club's final regular season visit to Flint, Michigan to take on the Generals. The game is the third at the Perani's Hockey World Arena and Events Center between the two teams and fourth overall.

The IceHogs Broadcasting Network:

Rockford IceHogs fans can catch all IceHogs Regular and Post Season games on Rockford's Voice, WNTA-AM 1330. Fans can also watch and listen to the Hogs on the World Wide Web with the B2 Networks! Log on to the IceHogs Web site (icehogs.com) and click on the "click here to watch the game live" icon, and for just $6 you can catch all of the IceHogs action on your computer. Once again this season, ESPN"ˆRadio "The Jock" 1380 AM will broadcast 20 Hogs games during the regular season. Check your local listings for game times and dates. Also, fans with Insight Cable television can tune in to Channel 57 for all the IceHogs hockey action this season. The broadcast begins with the Pregame Show 30 minutes before the puck drops. Make sure to give your opinion during the Post-Game Call-In Show following each home game at (815) 874-8255.

HogTalk Returns This Week At Shooter's North:

Bud Light HogTalk returns this week at Shooter's North. The show is hosted by WXRX's Jim Stone and Double T and tonight will feature IceHogs All-Star skaters Chaz Johnson and Robin Big Snake. The show runs from 7-8 p.m. and also features IceHogs Head Coach Steve Martinson. Come on out and talk IceHogs hockey and take advantage of some Bud Light specials at Shooter's North.

The King's Table Cafe Offers Special Pregame Menu:

The King's Table Cafe, located at 308 West State St. in Stewert Square, is offering IceHogs fans Game Night specials. Fans that stop by The King's Table Cafe can take advantage of an All You Can Eat Chili Bar for $5.95 ($2.50 for kids), All You Can Eat"ˆHot Dog Bar for $5.95 ($2.50 for kids), All You Can Eat Taco Bar for $5.95 ($2.50 for kids) and "Mallard" Chicken Tender Night for just $5.95 ($2.50 for Kids). The King's Table Cafe is open before IceHogs games from 6-7:30 p.m. For more information, contact The King's Table Cafe at (815) 986-0874.

Week 16 Schedule

Wednesday, Jan. 24 vs. Elmira, 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 26 at Quad City, 7 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 27 at Flint, 6:30 p.m.

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