IceHogs Wrap up Two-Game Texas Two-Step Weekend Tonight in Cedar Park
December 18, 2021 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Rockford IceHogs News Release
Rockford, IL - The Rockford IceHogs wrap up their two-game weekend set in the Lone Star State against the Texas Stars tonight at 7:00 at H-E-B Center in Cedar Park, Texas. Tonight is the fourth of eight meetings between the two clubs this season.
Tune In LIVE on the IceHogs Broadcast Network Presented by BMO Harris Bank
Listen to tonight's game and every game this season on the IceHogs Broadcast Network presented by BMO Harris Bank! Listen from your favorite device, at home or on the road at IceHogs.com and on the IceHogs app! Fans can also tune in on all of Mid-West Family's local stations including 104.9 The X, B103, 95.3 The Bull, and Rockford Greatest Hits 100.5 and featured on Rock River Current, the Stateline's premiere source for local events, news, and culture.
Delia Scores First IceHogs AHL Goalie Goal in Team History
Last night, Collin Delia became the first IceHogs goaltender to score an AHL goal with his empty-net tally in the third period to seal a 3-1 win against the Stars. It is the first goal that Delia has scored at any level in his career. Forward Dylan McLaughlin opened the game scoring for the IceHogs 7:00 into the first period and forward Alex Nylander followed up 30 seconds later with his team-leading eighth goal of the season. Recap & Highlights
Eyes of Texas Are Upon You
The IceHogs improved to 2-1-0 in this season's head-to-head series against Stars with a 3-1 victory at H-E-B Center last night. Tonight's contest completes the first four games of the series will all meetings so far taking place in the Lone Star State. The IceHogs will host the Stars at BMO Harris Bank Center the final four regular-season meetings on Jan. 21-22 and Feb. 26-27.
IceHogs Are Cut Out for Life on the Road
Since Nov. 20, the IceHogs have picked up points in five of their last six road games (4-1-0-1) and have points in seven of their last nine games overall (6-2-0-1).
Eyes on Target
Since the start of December, the IceHogs have outshot their opponent in six of the last seven games with a record of 5-2-0-0 after being outshot in 14 of the first 15 games to start the season. With 32 shots on goal against Texas last night, the IceHogs have outshot their opponents in each of their last four road games (3-1-0-0).
Full Rosters & Media Notes
Join the IceHogs on Tuesday, Dec. 21 for a Winning Weekday against the Milwaukee Admirals in the final home game before the Holiday Break! If the IceHogs win, YOU WIN! If the IceHogs grab the victory, every fan in attendance will receive a FREE ticket to the next IceHogs weekday game (Tuesday, Jan. 11)! Buy Tickets
Watch and listen to the action this season on the IceHogs Broadcast Network presented by BMO Harris Bank! Tune in from your favorite device, at home or on the road at IceHogs.com and on the IceHogs app! Fans can also watch every IceHogs home game and select road games this season on 23.3 Circle TV and every game on AHLTV and listen in on all of Mid-West Family's local stations including 104.9 The X, B103, 95.3 The Bull, and Rockford Greatest Hits 100.5 and featured on Rock River Current.
2021-22 Regular-Season Records:
Rockford: 11-9-1-1, 24 points (3rd, Central Division)
Texas: 7-11-3-1, 18 points (7th, Central Division)
2021-22 Head-to-Head Schedule (all times Central):
Thu., Oct. 28 at Texas, 1-4 Loss Recap & Highlights
Sat., Oct. 30 at Texas, 4-3 Win Recap & Highlights
Fri., Dec. 17 at Texas, 3-1 Win Recap & Highlights
Sat., Dec. 18 at Texas
Fri., Jan. 21 vs. Texas
Sat., Jan. 22 vs. Texas
Sat., Feb. 26 vs. Texas
Sun., Feb. 27 vs. Texas
IceHogs vs. Stars 2021-22 Head-to-Head Record
2-1-0-0
IceHogs vs. Stars, All-Time
30-18-4-4
Head Coaches
Rockford: Rockford: Anders Sorensen (4th season with IceHogs, 1st as Interim Head Coach)
Texas: Neil Graham (3rd season with Stars)
NHL Affiliate
Rockford: Chicago Blackhawks
Texas: Dallas Stars
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