Roadtrip proves fruitful for Admirals
November 7, 2005 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Norfolk Admirals News Release
NORFOLK, VA - The Admirals made a four-game jaunt through New England last week, coming away with three victories and climbing to third place in the East Division. Anton Babchuk scored twice to lead the Ads to a 3-2 win at Bridgeport on November 2nd. Four unanswered goals sank Norfolk on November 4th, as they lost to Providence 4-1. Adam Munro made 35 saves in the Admirals' 4-2 win at Manchester on November 5th. Norfolk closed out the road trip yesterday, with all four Admirals skaters converting in a shootout to give the squad a 3-2 win at Lowell.
The Providence Bruins make their lone appearances at Scope this season on Friday and Saturday.
STANDINGS
At 5-6-0-1 (11 pts), Norfolk is currently third in the East Division. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton (11-0-0-1, 23 pts) is in first, followed by Hershey (7-3-0-3, 17 pts) in second. Bridgeport (4-6-1-0, 9 pts), Philadelphia (4-7-0-1, 9 pts) and Binghamton (1-6-1-1, 4 pts) trail the Admirals.
THE WEEK AHEAD
Friday, November 11...Norfolk vs. Providence Bruins...7:15 p.m. Saturday, November 12...Norfolk vs. Providence Bruins...7:15 p.m.
NORFOLK LEADERS
Goals: Mark Cullen, Martin St. Pierre (4) Assists: Martin St. Pierre (8) Points: Martin St. Pierre (12) Games Played: Several (12) PP goals: Nathan Barrett (3) SH goals: --- +/- Rating: Martin St. Pierre (+3) PIM: Mike Brown (44) GAA: Corey Crawford (2.32) Spct: Corey Crawford (.909) Wins: Adam Munro (3) Losses: Corey Crawford (5) GPI: Corey Crawford (7) Minutes: Corey Crawford (415)
PROVIDENCE LEADERS
Goals: Eric Healey (5) Assists: Eric Healey (7) Points: Eric Healey (12) Games Played: Several (8) PP goals: Eric Healey (3) SH goals: Zdenek Blatney (1) +/- Rating: Tyler Redenbach (+6) PIM: Garret Stroshein (38) GAA: Jordan Sigalet (1.51) Spct: Jordan Sigalet (.942) Wins: Tim Thomas (2) Losses: Tim Thomas (4) GPI: Tim Thomas (5) Minutes: Tim Thomas (357)
UPCOMING PROMOTIONS
Friday, November 11 (Providence Bruins) Military Appreciation Night - Show a military ID at the Scope Box Office to receive Red Level tickets to that evening's game for just $7. Military groups, call the Admirals at 640-1212 to book your group. Friday, November 18 (Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins) STIHL's Hometown Heroes - Throughout the season, STIHL Inc. and the Admirals will recognize individuals who make a difference in the Hampton Roads Community. The next Hometown Hero will be honored with a presentation during the game that evening.
TEAM NOTEBOOK
With Ajay Baines scratched from the lineup since November 2nd at Bridgeport, Shawn Thornton has donned the captain's "C" for the past four games. He is the first player to do so since Baines was first named captain on October 18, 2002.
Norfolk has outshot 11 of its 12 opponents thus far this season, and has totaled 458 shots to just 305 by its foes. Manchester outshot Norfolk 28-27 on November 6th, the only time this year an opponent recorded more shots than the Admirals. The Admirals had penalty shots assessed against them in back-to-back games on November 5th at Manchester and November 6th at Lowell. Adam Munro stopped both attempts. Carl Corazzini has 1+5=6 points in the last five games. Nathan Barrett has six points (2g, 4a) in the past six games. Adam Munro is undefeated in four straight games (3-0-1) since October 21st. Martin St. Pierre was reassigned to Norfolk yesterday. The Blackhawks acquired Andy Hilbert from Boston for a fifth round draft pick in 2006 on Sunday.
ON THE RADIO/INTERNET
All games are broadcast on 670-AM WPMH and 1270-AM WTJZ. The games are also cybercast at SportsJuice.com. Go to www.SportsJuice.com, or click on the link at www.norfolkadmirals.com. Pre-game broadcasts begin 15 minutes prior to game starting time.
Games are also viewable through the Internet on a pay-per-view basis through B2 Networks for anyone with a high-speed cable modem, T1 or DSL broadband connection and Windows Media Player 9 or higher. Visit www.norfolkadmirals.com and click the B2 Networks banner to view all Admirals' home and away games.
The next Admirals Hour radio show is Tuesday, November 8th from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. on 670-AM WPMH, 1270-AM WTJZ and 1310-AM ESPN Radio. This week, Pete Michaud welcomes Mark Cullen in the studio taking fans' calls.
TICKET INFORMATION
Tickets for all remaining contests on the Admirals' home schedule are available at the Scope Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, charge-by-phone at (757) 671-8100 and online at www.ticketmaster.com. Season Tickets, 20 Game Plans, 10-Packs and Group Tickets are available through the Admirals' office. For more information, visit the club's website at www.norfolkadmirals.com or call the Admirals at (757) 640-1212.
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