Mallards Capture Game Six at Home
April 24, 2005 - International Hockey League 2 (IHL 2)
Quad City Mallards News Release
Moline, IL- The pesky Mallards supplied a gritty win on Sunday to force a Game Seven in their Quarterfinal Series vs. Muskegon. The 3-1 victory sets up a final match-up with the Fury on Tuesday at L.C. Walker Arena in Muskegon.
In the first period, Patrick Nadeau recorded his third goal of the series to give the Mallards a 1-0 lead. Jamie Thompson and Troy Smith assisted on Nadeau's goal.
With 39 seconds left in the opening period, Jeff Nelson scored the lone Muskegon goal of the night on a power play.
In the second, Jason Deskins scored what would prove to be the game-winner on a Mallards power-play. Deskins' second goal of the series was assisted by Mike Kompon and Terry Hollinger.
In the closing frame, Greg Barber scored his first goal of the post-season to set the final score at 3-1. Barber's tally was scored with the Mallards on a 5-on-3 power play and was assisted by Thompson and Hollinger.
Mallards netminder Robert Gherson was spectacular again in earning his third win of the playoffs. Gherson turned aside 35 shots in the win.
Game Seven is set for Tuesday night in Muskegon. Game time is 6:30 p.m. central time. The First Capital Financial Pre-Game Show starts at 6:05 p.m. on Fox Sports Radio AM 1230. After the game, stay tuned for the Allstate Insurance Del Newton/Christy Cox Post-Game Show.
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