Rayz fall 3-2 in shootout to Jacks

Published on March 9, 2006 under Central Hockey League (CHL)
Corpus Christi IceRays News Release


Odessa, TX - The Corpus Christi Rayz got points for the third straight game against division leaders on Thursday night in Odessa, but they fell 3-2 in a shootout to the Odessa Jackalopes. A back and forth game, highlighted by brilliant goaltending between Brent Zelenwich and Mike Gorman, yielded the extra frame finish. The Rayz will now put their three-game point streak on the line Friday night at the American Bank Center when the Rio grande Valley Killer Bees come to town. For ticket information, please call (361) 814-PUCK.

Scott Hillman gave the Jacks an early 1-0 lead at 7:36 of the first period when his shot from the blue line deflected through Brent Zelenewich's legs. The Rayz answered when Chris Robertson beat Mike Gorman from the left circle on a two on one rush at 14:54. Robertson's 12th goal of the season was assisted from Derrick McIver and tied the score at one. The Rayz outshot the Jacks 14-10 in the opening period.

In the second period, the Rayz got a huge play from Brent Zelenewich when he stoned Dominic Leveille on penalty shot. The Rayz took their first lead when Matt Holmes put in his own rebound at 8:34 of the second to give the Rayz a 2-1 lead. The Rayz outshot the Jacks 13-12 in the period.

John Kozoriz tied the game in the third with a shot that bounced and deflected past Zelenewich at 12:35 setting the stage for overtime. The Jacks outshot the Rayz 15-9 in the third period. Both teams had chances in overtime, but neither scored and they decided the game in a shootout. Sebastien Thinel and and Leveille scored for the Jacks and only Randy Murphy tallied for the Rayz as Odessa hung on for the 3-2 win in the shootout.

The Rayz shootout loss moved their record 21-31-4 on the season for 46 points. The Jackalopes improved their season mark to 32-17-6 for 70 points. Zelenewich (41 shots, 39 saves) stopped two of four in the shoot out and suffered the overtime loss, watching his record move to 7-15-2. Gorman (40 shots, 38 saves) stopped four of five in the shootout and took the win improving his record to 24-12-3. The Rayz went 0-7 on the power play and the Jacks went 0-6. Odessa outshot Corpus Christi 41-40

The Rayz will return to the American Bank Center this weekend for games versus the Rio Grande valley Killer Bees on Friday Night and Lubbock Cotton Kings Sunday afternoon. Friday night marks another installment of the Great Diamond Giveaway. One fan in attendance will win an $8,000 diamond at the game, Guaranteed. Simply visit FJO in Moore Plaza to register then be at the game on Friday. Then on Sunday, it's the final Caller-Times Family Day game this season. The Rayz will host Lubbock Cotton Kings, but there will be another King in attendance as the Rayz will welcome special guest, WWE Superstar, Jerry "The King" Lawler. Fans are invited to come meet this sports legend at Sunday's game beginning at 5:00pm. Children 12 and under (limit two) will receive complimentary tickets with the purchase of a regular priced adult ticket. Plus fans are invited to stay after the game for the final public skating session of the season with the Rayz. This is the last chance for the general public to skate in Corpus Christi this year. Bring your skates or rent them at the arena for just $3. For more information, call the Rayz at (361) 814-PUCK.

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