Jackalopes Three Points Away from a Playoff Spot

Published on February 15, 2010 under Central Hockey League (CHL)
Odessa Jackalopes News Release


(Odessa, TX) - The Odessa Jackalopes wrap up their road trip with three games this week. The team is currently three points away from clinching a playoff spot in the Southern Conference.

Last Week: 0-2-0

Season Overall: 36-9-4

Friday at Rapid City, 7-5 Loss

The Rush scored five unanswered goals to turn a 5-2 Odessa lead into a 7-5 win for Rapid City. Sebastien Thinel finished the game with a goal and two assists.

Saturday at Rapid City, 6-4 Loss

The Jackalopes held an early lead once again of 3-1, before Rapid City scored four unanswered goals in the second period to take a 4-3 lead. Odessa tied the game at 4-4 in the third, but Scott Wray tallied the game winner with one minutes left.

-- Upcoming Games --

Tuesday at Arizona, 8:05 PM CST

It's the final meeting of the season between the Jackalopes and Sundogs. Odessa is 7-0-1 against Arizona this season, outscoring the Sundogs, 33-23. Sebastien Thinel leads all skaters with 13 points (three goals, 10 assists) in the series.

Friday at Amarillo, 7:05 PM CST

Odessa meets Amarillo for the first time since January 1st, when the Jacks lost 4-3. Odessa is 5-2-0 against the Gorillas this season.

Saturday at Texas, 7:05 PM CST

The Jacks visit the Texas Brahmas since its 5-3 win at the NYTEX Sports Center on November 25th. Texas is currently third in the Southern Conference. Odessa is 2-1-0 this year against the Brahmas.

The Odessa Jackalopes are the Central Hockey League affiliate for the NHL's New York Islanders and the AHL's Bridgeport Sound Tigers. The team is in the middle of their 13th season in the Permian Basin. Season tickets, mini-plans, and single game tickets are available by calling (432) 552-PUCK or visiting jackalopes.org.

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