Krahn Named CCM Vector/AHL Player of the Week

Published on February 27, 2006 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Abbotsford Heat News Release


Omaha, NE- The American Hockey League announced today that Omaha Ak-Sar-Ben Knights goaltender Brent Krahn has been named the CCM Vector/AHL Player of the Week for the period ending February 26, 2006. Krahn earned victories in all three of his starts last week, stopping 75 of 80 shots for a 1.62 goals-against average and a .938 save percentage.

On Wednesday night in Manchester, Krahn made 18 saves as Omaha came from behind to defeat the Monarchs, 2-1. In Rochester on Friday, he recorded 20 saves to help the Ak-Sar-Ben Knights to a 3-2 win over the Americans, and one night later, Krahn turned aside 37 shots in regulation and overtime and went 5-for-5 in the shootout as Omaha knocked off Toronto, 3-2.

In recognition of his achievement, Krahn will be presented with an etched crystal award prior to an upcoming Ak-Sar-Ben Knights home game.

Krahn, a 23-year-old native of Winnipeg, is in his third professional season after being drafted by Calgary in the first round (ninth overall) of the 2000 NHL Entry Draft. In 41 games for Omaha in 2005-06, Krahn is 18-15-6 with a 2.52 goals-against average (fifth in the AHL), a .912 save percentage (eighth) and three shutouts (tied for second). He is 43-36-9 with nine shutouts in 97 lifetime AHL appearances.

The Knights just completed a season-high five-game road trip during which they posted a record of 4-1-0-0. They are now home for the next five games beginning Friday when they host the Manitoba Moose at 7:00 p.m. They'll also host the Peoria Rivermen on Sunday afternoon at 5:00 p.m.

Tickets for all home games are available at the Civic Auditorium box office, Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The box office is open through the opening face-off on game nights. Tickets may also be purchased through any Ticketmaster outlet, by phone at (402) 422-1212 or at Ticketmaster.com. Group tickets for the game may be purchased through the Knights office or by calling (402) 344-4625.

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