Rockford nabs two of three during week nine
Published on December 11, 2006 under International Hockey League 2 (IHL 2)
Rockford IceHogs News Release
In his last nine games, goalie Frederic Cloutier has a save percentage of .940, goals against average of 1.78 and record of 6-3-0.
Defenseman Nathan Lutz has six assists in his last six games.
Lutz also tied former IceHogs d-man Evgeny Krivomaz for third all-time on the Hogs games played list for defensemen with 140 games. Lutz sits 19 contests behind Steve Pelletier for the most games played by a blue-liner.
On Friday the IceHogs blew a third period lead for the first time this season, losing in Port Huron 4-1. Rockford has an all-time record of 167-12-16 when leading after two periods, a winning percentage of .897.
Rockford will play seven of its next 11 games at home.
Over the past five games, defenseman Mike Letizia is the only Hogs skater to have a plus/minus rating on the positive side. Letizia has a plus/minus of +4 and has a pair of assists during the stretch.
Center Mike Doyle netted both of the IceHogs game-winning goals over the week. Doyle has a goal in three of his last four games.
Rookie winger Kaleb Betts is tied for second in the UHL in goals for rookies with 11.
Rockford held Chicago to an opponent season-low three shots in the second period on Saturday in Rockford's 3-1 win.
The IceHogs have struggled against the Eastern Conference on the road so far this season, compiling a record of 1-4-0.
Hot Hog Week 9:
Defenseman Nathan Lutz has picked things up on the offensive side as well as on the defense. Lutz had a pair of helpers for Rockford during Week 9 and the team captain was instrumental on the penalty kill for the IceHogs. Lutz has six points in his last six games overall.
Upcoming Games:
Wednesday, Dec. 13 vs Bloomington PrairieThunder: Game time is 7:30 p.m. For the second straight Wednesday the IceHogs and PrairieThunder match-up, this time in Rockford. Wednesday means another Dollar Days with the IceHogs and rock station 104.9 FM, WXRX. Fans can purchase regular size hot dogs, soft drinks, peanuts and select candy items for just $1.
Friday, Dec. 15 vs. Quad"ËCity Mallards. Game time is slated for 7:30 p.m. The Hogs homestand continues as the archrival Mallards return to the MetroCentre. The first 1,000 fans to the game will pick up IceHogs Poster #3 from Medicine Man, Pepsi, Johnson Press and the Rockford Register Star.
Saturday, Dec. 16 vs. Bloomington PrairieThunder. The puck drops at 7:05 p.m. Another match-up with the Thunder at the MetroCentre. The IceHogs and Isight Communications welcome Dora the Explorer to the MetroCentre on Saturday. Fans are encouraged to bring their cameras and the kids for a photo opportunity with one of TV's top animated stars!
The IceHogs Broadcasting Network:
Rockford IceHogs fans can catch all IceHogs Regular and Post Season games on Rockford's Voice, WNTA-AM 1330. Fans can also watch and listen to the Hogs on the World Wide Web with the B2 Networks! Log on to the IceHogs Web site (icehogs.com) and click on the "click here to watch the game live" icon, and for just $6 you can catch all of the IceHogs action on your computer. Once again this season, ESPN"ËRadio "The Jock" 1380 AM will broadcast 20 Hogs games during the regular season. Check your local listings for game times and dates. Also, fans with Insight Cable television can tune in to Channel 57 for all the IceHogs hockey action this season. The broadcast begins with the Pregame Show 30 minutes before the puck drops. Make sure to give your opinion during the Post-Game Call-In Show following each home game at (815) 874-8255.
HogTalk Returns Tonight At Shooter's North:
Bud Light HogTalk returns this week to Shooter's North located at 7742 Forest Hills Road in Loves Park from 7-8 p.m. WXRX's Jim Stone and Double T host the weekly show and this week they will be joined by IceHogs skaters Dan Boeser and Brenden Cuthbert and IceHogs Head Coach Steve Martinson. Come sign up for prizes, meet some IceHogs players and chat Hogs hockey at Shooter's North!
The King's Table Cafe Offers Special Pregame Menu:
The King's Table Cafe, located at 308 West State St. in Stewert Square, is offering IceHogs fans Game Night specials. Fans that stop by The King's Table Cafe can take advantage of an All You Can Eat Chili Bar for $5.95 ($2.50 for kids), All You Can Eat"ËHot Dog Bar for $5.95 ($2.50 for kids), All You Can Eat Taco Bar for $5.95 ($2.50 for kids) and "Mallard" Chicken Tender Night for just $5.95 ($2.50 for Kids). The King's Tabel Cafe is open before IceHogs games from 6-7:30 p.m. For more information, contact The King's Table Cafe at (815) 986-0874.
Week 10 Schedule
Wednesday, Dec. 13 vs. Bloomington, 7:30 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 15 vs. Quad City, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 16 vs. Bloomington, 7:05 p.m.
Week 9 Recap
After a five-game road swing, the Rockford IceHogs returned home on Saturday night and knocked off the Chicago Hounds 3-1 at the Rockford MetroCentre. The IceHogs four-game homestand kicked off in fashion as the Hogs fans once again showed their generosity tossing 1,569 stuffed animals onto the ice during the Hogs Annual Teddy Bear Toss on Saturday.
Wednesday, Dec. 6: Rockford IceHogs 2 at Bloomington PrairieThunder 1
Friday, Dec. 8: Rockford IceHogs 1 at Port Huron Flags 4
Saturday, Dec. 9: Chicago Hounds 1 vs. Rockford IceHogs 3
Transactions
No Transaction made during Week 9
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