Port Huron Flags Week-in-Review
Published on October 17, 2006 under International Hockey League 2 (IHL 2)
Port Huron Flags News Release
Friday, Oct. 13 Port Huron 2 vs. Flint Generals 1
While the Generals drew first blood, with Jan Jas' score at 1:43 in the first, it was the Flags who ultimately grabbed the victory. A power play goal by Center Steve Hildenbrand at 5:29 in the first, followed by the game winner by Center Jeremy Tucker at 13:50 in the third sealed the deal for the Flags. While Flint's Jason Muzzatti had a solid 22 saves of 24 shots, Port Huron's Dustin Traylen secured the win with 26 saves on 27 shots.
Saturday, Oct. 14 Flint Generals 2 vs. Port Huron 1
Looking to avenge their home opener loss, the Generals scored twice in the second period during power plays. Jan Eriksson at 11:04, was proceeded by Jason Selleke at 13:36. The Flags made a game of it in the third, with Brad Bonello scoring at 18:26 on an assist from Jeff Cameron. Unfortunately, time ran out before the Flags could tie it up, despite a heavy last minute effort with the goalie pulled. The Flags recorded 28 shots on goal, 27 of which were saved by Flint's Bryan Worosz. The Generals shot 26 times, with Port Huron's Traylen saving 24.
Goaltender of the Week
Dustin Traylen played two consecutive solid games for the Flags last weekend. He made a total of 50 saves on 53 shots, playing the full game on Friday and all but a minute and a half on Saturday, when the Flags put 6 forwards on the ice.
Upcoming Games:
Friday, Oct. 20 @ Elmira Jackals
Saturday, Oct. 21 vs. Elmira Jackals (Home)
Sunday, Oct. 22 vs. Elmira Jackals (Home)
The Flags and the Jackals engage in a three-game series, beginning Friday in New York. On Saturday and Sunday, the Flags will host Elmira at McMorran Arena. The Jackals dropped both of their games this week and will most likely be looking to record some wins against the Flags.
Final Game Scores:
Friday, Oct. 13 Port Huron 2 vs. Flint Generals 1
Saturday, Oct. 14 Flint Generals 2 vs. Port Huron 1
Flags Season Record: 1-1-0
At home: 0-1-0
On the road: 1-0-0
Conference: 1-1-0
Eastern Standing:: Tied-3rd
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