Lowell Takes Two of Three

Published on December 18, 2006 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Albany Devils News Release


Rewind:

Friday, Devils 4 @ BRUINS 2

Rookie D Andy Greene scored the first two goals of his professional career, helping to carry the Devils to a 4-2 win on the road against Providence. Grant Marshall and Ryan Murphy also lit the lamp for Lowell, while Frank Doyle made 33 saves in net for the win.

Saturday, SOUND TIGERS 6 vs. Devils 4

Bridgeport spotted the Devils a 3-0 lead in the first period, only to rattle off four straight goals and eventually win 6-4 at the Arena at Harbor Yard. Barry Tallackson had a hand in every Lowell goal on the night, scoring twice and adding a pair of assists. Frank Doyle suffered the loss for the Devils in relief by allowing the game winner late in the second period.

Sunday, DEVILS 3 vs. Bruins 2

Chris Minard scored twice and added an assist, while Justin Papineau had 1g-1a to lead the Devils to a 3-2 victory over Providence on Sunday at the Tsongas Arena. Jordan Parise rebounded from Saturday's outing to stop 34 Bruins shots in the victory. Lowell improved to 3-1-0-0 against Providence on the season, including 2-0 at home.

In the standings

The Devils improved to 15-12-2-1 by winning two of three games during the weekend, and sit alone in third place in the Atlantic Division with 33 points. The Portland Pirates sit in first place with just a three-point lead over the Devils, and Manchester, who comes to town Wednesday night, is in second place with 34 points. Ten points separate first and last place in the Atlantic Division.

Coming Up

The Devils host the Manchester Monarchs Wednesday night at the Tsongas Arena. Game time is 7:05 p.m. This is the fifth out of 10 meetings between the two teams on the season, with the Devils holding a 2-1-0-1 record. The Devils travel to Worcester for a game Saturday night. Game time is 7:00 p.m. Lowell is 2-1-0-0 against the Sharks on the season, and won the only meeting of the season at the DCU Center in Worcester back on October 21st. 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.

The Devils return to home ice on Wednesday, December 27th against Manchester at 7:05 p.m. The first 2,500 fans will get a free Team Action Poster, courtesy of Trinity Ambulance. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the Devils office at (978) 458-PUCK or log on to www.lowelldevilshockey.com.

The Gift of Devils Hockey!

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. Also, the Devils team store, featuring the latest in Lowell Devils gear, is located in the Devils office at the Tsongas Arena. Regular store hours are weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on home game days. This week, however, the team store will only be open through Thursday, December 21st.

Around the Horns

The Devils have had a player record a multi-goal game in each of their last four outings and five of their last six. Chris Minard leads the team with three multi-goal games this season.

Lowell has a winning record (10-6-0-1) when being outshot this season, but a losing record (5-6-2-0) when outshooting their opponent.

The Devils went 3-2-0-0 on their recent five game road swing, outscoring their opponents 18-16. They scored four or more goals in four of the five games.

D Dan McGillis leads all AHL defensemen in power play goals (6) and shots on goal (74).

Lowell's power play is ranked sixth in the AHL at 20.3% on the season. The Devils have nine power play goals in their last six games, and at least one power play tally in each of their last four contests. Lowell has, however, received less power play opportunities per game (4.93) than any other team in the league.

Leaders for Lowell:
Goals Minard (12)
Assists Papineau (17)
Points Papineau (27)
PIM Voros (59)
Plus/Minus Papineau (+7)
Wins Doyle (9)
G.A.A. Doyle (2.60)
Save % Doyle, Parise (.913)

Last Week:

Fri 12/15 Devils 4 @ PROVIDENCE BRUINS 2

Sat 12/16 BRIDGEPORT SOUND TIGERS 6 vs. Devils 4

Sun 12/17 DEVILS 3 vs. Providence Bruins 2

This Week:

Wed 12/20 DEVILS vs. Manchester Monarchs, 7:05 p.m., Tsongas Arena

Sat 12/23 Devils @ WORCESTER SHARKS, 7:00 p.m.

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