Outlaws look to extend home winning streak

Published on December 13, 2004 under International Hockey League 2 (IHL 2)
Kansas City Outlaws News Release


The Outlaws continue their nine-game home stand with three games on the slate this week. On Wednesday, the defending Colonial Cup Champions Muskegon Fury roar into Kemper in attempt to slow down the Outlaws home success. On Friday and Saturday, the Outlaws look to continue their win streaks against fellow expansion team Motor City Mechanics and Western division rival Quad City Mallards, respectively.

WANTED: SHARP SHOOTIN' TEENAGER

19 year-old Kansas City Outlaw Center Steve Yetmen is a wanted man around the league as he's put himself in strong contention for the UHL Rookie of the Year award. After getting off to a great start this season, Yetmen currently ranks second in rookie points with 23 and is six behind leader Mike Kinnie of the Flint Generals. Yetmen leads all rookies in power play assists and ranks second in power play goals and game-winning goals.

FARMLAND FOODS SADDLE UP TOGETHER FOR FANS

The Outlaws and Farmland Foods have teamed up together to face the Quad City Mallards. Outlaws fans who purchase a Farmland Foods Ham from any participating grocer can get two free tickets to the Outlaws game against the Quad City Mallards Saturday, December 18 at 7:30. All fans have to do is bring a receipt or Farmland Foods Ham packaging to the Kemper Box Office to receive two free tickets to the game.

LOCAL OLYMPIAN GYMNASTS TO DROP THE PUCK

The Outlaws will be honoring local gymnasts Terin Humphrey and Courtney McCool during Gymnast Night on Tuesday, December 21 at 7:00 p.m. vs. the Missouri River Otters. The Olympic silver medalists will drop the first puck for the game and are participating in two exclusive meet-n-greet autograph sessions for groups of 50 or more before the game. One session is still available; if interested, contact Michelle at (816) 513-4051.

LINE UP CHANGES:

Ü Veteran goaltender Mark McArthur has been signed.

Ü Goaltender Mike Buckley has been waived.

Ü Defensemen Robert Machalek will be activated on Tuesday.

PRACTICE SCHEDULE:

Monday, December 13 from 10 a.m. - 12 at Ice Sports in Shawnee

Tuesday, December 14 from 10 a.m. - 12 at Ice Sports in Shawnee

Thursday, December 16 from 10 a.m. - 12 at Kemper Arena

LAST WEEK'S SHOWDOWNS:

Ü Tuesday, December 7 vs. Fort Wayne Komets LOSS 1-6

Ü Friday, December 10 vs. Missouri River Otters LOSS 2-5

WANTED TEAMS ON THE HORIZON:

Ü Wednesday, December 15 vs. Muskegon Fury 7:00 p.m.

Ü Friday, December 17 vs. Motor City Mechanics 7:30 p.m.

Ü Saturday, December 18 vs. Quad City Mallards 7:30 p.m.

OUTLAWS SKATE AND SIGN AUTOGRAPHS WITH FANS

On Saturday, December 11, fans had the opportunity to skate and get autographs from their favorite Outlaws players at Line Creek Community Center Ice Arena in North Kansas City. Fans turned out for the event to discover first-hand what it's like to skate alongside a professional hockey player.

THE BEST FAMILY DEAL EVER

The Outlaws and Back Yard Burgers are offering the Best Family Deal Ever promotion for six games this season. For $13.95, a fan will get a ticket to an Outlaws game, a Back Yard Burgers Combo Meal, and a free Outlaws official game puck. The deal is available for Saturday games on January 8 & 15, February 12 & 19, March 19, and April 2.

KEMPER ARENA FACT OF THE WEEK:

Danny Manning will be returning to Kemper Arena when the University of Kansas takes on the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in the Yellowbook Shootout on Wednesday, December 22 at 7:00 p.m. Manning, who is the Director of Basketball Operations for the Jayhawks, etched his legendary status in stone for Kansas fans when he guided them to the 1988 National Championship at Kemper Arena. Manning was named NCAA Final Four Most Valuable Playeer while averaging 28 points, 8.5 rebounds, 4.5 steals, and 4 blocks per game in his legendary performances at Kemper Arena in 1988.

On the Air and ON the WEB – www.kansascityoutlaws.com

All games are available on air at 1340 KCKN or through live audio and video webcast at www.kansascityoutlaws.com.

Tickets still available for remaining home games:

Season tickets for the Outlaws, ranging from $10 to $13.50 per game, are on sale now at (816) 268-1600. For group information call 816-513-4031 or (816) 268-1600. Single game tickets at $10, $15, and $18 are ON SALE NOW at the Kemper Arena Box Office, www.ticketmaster.com, all Ticketmaster outlets, or charge by phone at 816-931-3330 (tickets increase by $2 on day of game).

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