Lowell kicks off 2007 on the road
Published on January 3, 2007 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Albany Devils News Release
Last Week:
Wed 12/27 Manchester Monarchs 3 vs. Devils 1
Fri 12/29 NORFOLK ADMIRALS 4 vs. Devils 3
Sat 12/30 Devils 3 vs. PHILADELPHIA PHANTOMS 1
This Week:
Fri 1/5 Devils @ PHILADELPHIA PHANTOMS, 7:05 p.m.
Sat 1/6 Devils @ NORFOLK ADMIRALS, 7:15 p.m.
Rewind:
Wednesday, Monarchs 3 vs. DEVILS 1
The Devils opened up the scoring with a first period goal by Aaron Voros and led 1-0 after the opening frame. But visiting Manchester reeled off three straight tallies, including a pair in the final frame, for the win. Jason LaBarbera picked up the win, stopping 28 shots for the Monarchs.
Friday, ADMIRALS 4 vs. Devils 3
A breakaway by Carl Corazzini in the final minute of play yielded the game winning goal and spoiled a would-be comeback by the Devils in Norfolk. Patrick Davis and Andy Greene combined to erase a 3-1 deficit and tie the score in the third period. Corazzini's tally was his second of the game and his fourth in the two head-to-head meetings with Lowell.
Saturday, Devils 3 vs. PHANTOMS 1
Chris Minard scored twice and Tuomas Pihlman added a shorthanded goal to help the Devils post a 3-1 win in Philadelphia to close out 2006. After being outshot 14-6 in the opening period, Lowell outshot the Phantoms 23-14 over the remaining 40 minutes. Frank Doyle stopped 27 shots for the victory and added an assist on the Devils third period insurance tally.
In the standings
The Devils stand at 17-15-2-1 on the season, and their 37 points ranks fourth in the Atlantic Division. The Monarchs sit in first place with 45 points, and the Portland Pirates and Springfield Falcons are in a tie for second, just two points ahead of the Devils.
Coming Up
Lowell remains on the road for action this weekend, traveling back to Philadelphia on Friday (7:05 p.m.) and Norfolk on Saturday (7:15 p.m.). The Devils return home to host the Phantoms on Friday, January 12th (7:05 p.m.) and Sunday, January 14th (2:05 p.m.) Sunday's game is Red Sox Day, as fans will have the chance to meet Wally the Green Monster and win Sox prizes throughout the afternoon. All Sunday home games also feature a post-game skate, free for everyone in attendance, courtesy of Jeanne D'Arc Credit Union. Fans are being asked to donate New or partially used Hockey Equipment to the DEAFinately Hockey Program (Hockey for the Deaf). For every piece of equipment donated, fans will receive a Lowell Devils Mini Pennant.
The Devils also will host the Worcester Sharks in a special Martin Luther King Jr. Day afternoon matinee on Monday, January 15th at 2:05 p.m. There will be a team autograph session open to everyone in attendance after the game. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the Devils office at (978) 458-PUCK or log on to www.lowelldevilshockey.com. All Devils games, home and away, can be heard live on WCAP 980 AM, or online through B2 Networks at www.lowelldevilshockey.com, with the Voice of the Devils, Ryan Johnston.
Holiday Hat Tricks still available
It's never too late to fulfill the needs of the hockey fan in your life with the gift of Lowell Devils hockey. The Devils are offering the Holiday Hat Trick - get a ticket to three games during the second half of the season and a Devils hat - for just $49.
Around the Horns
LW Ryan Murphy had the Devils first penalty shot attempt in team history on Wednesday night. He was stopped by G Jason LaBarbera.
C/LW Chris Minard has 5g-3a-8pts in his last six games, with two multi-goal outings.
LW Tuomas Pihlman scored the Devils second shorthanded goal of the season on Saturday.
D Andy Greene has 3g-3a-6pts in his last eight games. The rookie blueliner had 0g-7a-7pts in his first 27 games.
Frank Doyle recorded an assist on Saturday night, giving both Devils goalies a point on the season.
Doyle has climbed to eighth in the league in goals against average (GAA) at 2.49.
Leaders for Lowell:
Goals Minard (14)
Assists Papineau (17)
Points Papineau (29)
PIM Clarkson (78)
Plus/Minus Papineau (+7)
Wins Doyle (11)
G.A.A. Doyle (2.49)
Save % Doyle (.917)
American Hockey League Stories from January 3, 2007
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- Aeros top first-place Wolves, 5-3 - Houston Aeros
- This Time, Bochenski's Hat Trick Leads to Win Over Bears - Norfolk Admirals
- Shorthanded Stars lose in OT - Iowa Chops
- Admirals rally to sink Bears 5-4 Wednesday - Hershey Bears
- Rivermen Sneak Past Omaha 3-2 in Overtime - Peoria Rivermen
- P-Bruins Fall to Wolf Pack 4-1 - Providence Bruins
- Griffins Prepare for Rare East Coast Swing - Grand Rapids Griffins
- Admirals Ink Pair - Milwaukee Admirals
- Phantoms Weekly - Adirondack Phantoms
- Wolves Sterling Earns Second Straight Rookie of the Month Honor - Chicago Wolves
- Falcons' Boutin named Rbk X-Pulse/AHL Goaltender of the Month - AHL
- Hershey Bears earn CCM/AHL Milestone of the Month award - AHL
- Wolves' Sterling named Rbk Hockey/AHL Rookie of the Month - AHL
- Bruiser's Birthday Bash this Saturday - Hamilton Bulldogs
- Phantoms Mascot Wraps Up Record-Setting 2006 - Adirondack Phantoms
- Wolves Welcome Back Mac - Chicago Wolves
- Americans Visit MTS Centre as Moose Honour Hockey Canada - Manitoba Moose
- Moose Assign Bernier to Victoria - Manitoba Moose
- Guite recalled, Richardson assigned by Colorado - Albany River Rats
- AHL Quick Hits - AHL
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