Peressini Outstanding in 2-1 Loss to Tulsa
February 4, 2022 - ECHL (ECHL)
Allen Americans News Release
Allen Americans face off with the Tulsa Oilers
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Allen, Texas - The Allen Americans, ECHL affiliate of the Seattle Kraken (NHL) dropped a 2-1 decision to the Tulsa Oilers on Friday night in Allen.
The best player on the ice for either team was Americans goalie Luke Peressini, who stopped 42 shots in a one-goal loss to Tulsa.
"I felt good out here tonight, '' noted Peressini. "It would have been nice to get the win, but we fell just a little short. We have some things to work on for tomorrow night. I know we'll bounce back in a big way.
The Americans were outshot for the game 44-to-17. Adam Pleskach led the way for Tulsa with six shots, followed by Nathan Larose who had five, and scored both Tulsa goals.
The Americans went 1-for-2 on the power play, while the Oilers were 1-for-4.
Jackson Leppard had the only Americans goal for the second game in a row. Leppard scored his 12th of the season tonight from JD Dudek and Zach Hall at 14:21 of the final period.
The Americans and Oilers wrap up their weekend series tomorrow night in Tulsa at 7:05 pm.
The Americans have three home games next week against the Kansas City Mavericks on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday night. Visit the Americans Website for TICKETS!
About the Allen AMERICANS
The Allen AMERICANS PROFESSIONAL HOCKEY CLUB is a member of the ECHL, the world's top Double-A hockey league, and is the affiliate of the National Hockey League's (NHL) Seattle Kraken.
Founded in 2009, the club is owned by Jack D. Gulati, known internationally as the "Serial Entrepreneur." Championship Hockey is the backbone of the franchise, with the Red having captured back-to-back ECHL Kelly Cup Championships in 2014-15 & 2015-16 and two Central Hockey League President's Cups in 2012-13 & 2013-14. Over the years, more than 323 players have worn the Red Sweater, with 4 AMERICANS having moved up to play in the NHL.
Tickets for home games at the Credit Union of Texas Event Center are available at AllenAmericans.com/tickets or by calling 972-912-1000.
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