Jackals Game Preview: Elmira At Wheeling

Published on February 13, 2010 under ECHL (ECHL)
Elmira Jackals News Release


Elmira Jackals (26-17-3-2) at Wheeling Nailers (26-21-2-2) Saturday, February 13, 2010 7:35 p.m. WesBanco Arena

RADIO: 99.5 WOKN/102.5 (Corning)/98.3 WVIN (Bath) INTERNET: JackalsHockey.com

IN JUST A FEW HOURS... The Elmira Jackals will attempt to extend their winning streak to five games and try to earn a point for the tenth straight game as they look to sweep the Wheeling Nailers on the weekend.

Last night, the Jackals prevailed in comeback fashion, 4-3, over the Nailers with a natural hat trick and an assist from Justin Donati and a goal and three assists from Tyler Donati. Goaltender Andy Chiodo entered the game in the second period and made 21 saves on 21 shots in 40 minutes for his first victory with the Jackals.

UPCOMING PROMOTIONS

Sunday, Feb. 14: Valentine's Day Flowers/Skate with the Jackals

Friday, Feb. 19: New York State Correctional Officers Uniforms

Saturday, Feb. 20: Gokey & Markel Frisbee Giveaway/New York State Correctional Officers Uniforms

DID YOU KNOW?

Justin Donati's natural hat trick on Friday night was the first for the Jackals since they joined the ECHL.

AWAY GAME 100

Tonight's game is the 100th regular season game away game for the Jackals in the ECHL. The Jackals have not been shutout through the first 99 away games.

ROAD WARRIORS

With the win last night, the Jackals moved to.500 on the road this season at 13-13-0-1. In late December, the Jackals were 5-11-0-1 away from home, including a stretch of 2-11-0-1 from Nov. 7 to Dec. 27.



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