Hogs split opening weekend of UHL semi-finals
Published on May 2, 2005 under International Hockey League 2 (IHL 2)
Rockford IceHogs News Release
The Rockford IceHogs began the Colonial Cup Semi-Finals with the Fort Wayne Komets over the weekend, splitting Games One and Two in Fort Wayne. The series moves to Rockford for Game Three on Wednesday night and Game Four on Friday at the Rockford MetroCentre. The Hogs welcomed back winger J.F. Dufour to the line-up over the weekend and defenseman Nathan Lutz and forwards Alex Kim and Jason Ralph continue to pace the Hogs offense in the post-season.
Friday, April 29: Rockford IceHogs 4 at Fort Wayne Komets 7 (Game One)
Saturday, April 30: Rockford IceHogs 4 at Fort Wayne Komets 1 (Game Two)
Transactions
-Winger Brandon Segal was re-called to the Milwaukee Admirals (AHL) on Monday, April 25..
Bacon Bits:
Defenseman Nathan Lutz has an IceHogs franchise record six-game post season scoring streak dating back to April 19. During his streak, Lutz has 3g-7a-10pts.
Lutz and center Alex Kim both also have franchise record four game assist streak dating back to Game Five of round one on 4/22/05.
Winger J.F. Dufour made a successful return to the line-up after missing almost all of round one, scoring 2g-2a-4pts in the Semi-Finals first two games.
A liability in the regular season, the IceHogs power play has turned into a positive, as the club has tallied a power play goal in each of their last four games and are converting 19.2% of their advantages in the post season.
After giving up 47 shots on goal during Friday's 7-4 loss at Fort Wayne, the IceHogs rebounded with a stingy 25 shots against Saturday in their 4-1 win over the Komets.
Rockford scored three goals on only six third period shots in Saturday's win over Fort Wayne.
Lutz tied a franchise record when he scored a goal 14 seconds into the third period Saturday. Winger Brandon Segal accomplished the feat during Game Two against Kalamazoo in the first round.
Both early period goals were the eventual game-winners in the respective games.
Winger Eric Labelle, who leads the league in post season PIM's, wasn't whistled for a penalty in the post season for the first time Saturday.
Upcoming Games:
Wednesday, May 4 vs. Fort Wayne Komets. Game time is 7:05 p.m. Game Three of the IceHogs and Komets best-of-seven series continues, this time in Rockford. The series is equaled up at one-game apiece and the IceHogs look to take control on home ice.
Friday, May 6 vs. Fort Wayne Komets. The puck drops at 7:05 p.m. Game Four at the big orange box commences between the IceHogs and Komets. A potential must-win for one of the two clubs during the Colonial Cup Semi-Finals.
Sunday, May 8 at Fort Wayne Komets. Game is slated for 7:00 p.m. The series returns to the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne, Indiana for an important Game Five match-up between the Western Division rivals.
Introducing the IceHogs Broadcasting Network:
Rockford IceHogs fans can catch all IceHogs Colonial Cup Playoff games on Rockford's Voice, 1330 AM, WNTA. Fans can now also watch and listen to the Hogs on the world wide web with the B2 Networks! Log onto the IceHogs website (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. Also, fans with Insight Cable television can tune into Channel 57 for all the IceHogs hockey action this season. The broadcast begins with the SBC Pregame Show 20 minutes before the puck drops and make sure to give your opinion during the Seven11 Productions Post Game Call In Show following each home game at (815) 874-8255.
Season Ticket Renewals:
Season ticket holders can now renew their season tickets for the 2005-06 season! All season tickets must have a $100 deposit per seat for the 2005-06 season by Friday, May 20. Season ticket holders can enjoy great benefits like same seat for every game, first right of refusal for playoff tickets and the Never A Wasted Ticket Policy. For information on season tickets or your season ticket account, contact the IceHogs office at (815) 986-6465.
Playoff Tickets Available:
Individual single game playoff tickets are now on sale at the Rockford MetroCentre Box Office for the IceHogs Semi-Final match-up with the Fort Wayne Komets. Call (815) 968-5222 for tickets.
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