Rockford takes two of three, return to road in week 19
Published on February 14, 2005 under International Hockey League 2 (IHL 2)
Rockford IceHogs News Release
The Rockford IceHogs picked up two more wins during Week 18 of the 2004-05 United Hockey League season, including a thrilling come from behind victory over Port Huron on Wednesday. The Hogs now hit the road for four straight contests including a Missouri swing which has the Hogs scheduled to play the River Otters on Wednesday and the Kansas City Outlaws on Friday and Saturday.
Wednesday, February 9: Port Huron Beacons 3 vs. Rockford IceHogs 4 (so)
Friday, February 11: Flint Generals 1 vs Rockford IceHogs 4:
Saturday, February 12: Adirondack Frostbite 4 vs Rockford IceHogs 2
Bacon Bits:
The IceHogs accomplished 20 games over .500 for the first time in franchise history.
Center Alex Kim is heating up, notching a point in three straight games (1g-4a-5pts) and registering a point in six of his first 10 games in an IceHogs uniform.
Center J.C. Ruid has a goal in three straight games, marking the third time this season the veteran center has had a streak of three or more games with a goal.
With his next goal, Ruid will become just the seventh Hogs skater to reach the 30-goal plateau in one-season.
On Friday night, the IceHogs accumulated 11 points in their 4-1 win over the Flint Generals, all by 11 different players.
Defenseman Nathan Lutz received his second call-up to the American Hockey League last week when the Chicago Wolves promoted him. The IceHogs have had seven players loaned to the AHL this season.
The IceHogs topped 100,000 fans for the sixth straight season over the weekend.
On Saturday, the IceHogs lost for the first time this season when they scored first. The Hogs are now 28-1-2 when scoring the game's first goal.
Rockford still leads the UHL with 329 power play opportunities. The next closest team, Flint, has 290.
Hot Hog: Week 18 Center Alex Kim: One of the newest Hogs is establishing himself as one of the consistent helpers for Rockford. Kim had at least one-point in all three games during Week 18. The third year center had 1g-4a-5pts and was a plus-3 in three games, helping the Hogs stay atop the Western Division.
Upcoming Games:
Monday, February 14th at Kalamazoo Wings. Game time is 6:05 p.m. The IceHogs return to Kalamazoo for the Wings traditional "Pink Ice" game! It's the second meeting of the season in K-zoo with the former division rivals.
Wednesday, February 16 at Missouri River Otters. Game will start at 7:05 p.m. The IceHogs travel back to Missouri to take on the River Otters. The Hogs and Otters have four more meetings remaining on the 2004-05 schedule.
Friday, February 18 at Kansas City Outlaws. Game time is set for 7:35 p.m.. The IceHogs return to Kemper Arena for the front end of back-to-back games in KC against the Western Division rivals. Saturday, February 19 at Kansas City Outlaws Game begins at 1:05 p.m. Another afternoon matinee in Kansas City as the Hogs wrap up Week 18 and a back-to back series at Kemper Arena against the Outlaws.
Introducing the IceHogs Broadcasting Network:
Rockford IceHogs fans can catch all 80 IceHogs regular season games on Rockford's Voice, 1330 AM, WNTA. Fans can now also watch and listen to the Hogs on the world wide web with the B2 Networks! Log onto the IceHogs website (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. Also, fans with Insight Cable television can tune into Channel 57 for all the IceHogs hockey action this season. The broadcast begins with the SBC Pregame Show 20 minutes before the puck drops and make sure to give your opinion during the Seven11 Productions Post Game Call In Show following each home game at (815) 874-8255.
No Budweiser HogTalk At The Olympic Tavern This Week:
Due to a game at Kalamazoo on Monday, the Budweiser Hog Talk at the Olympic Tavern was not scheduled for this week. . HogTalk will, however, return next week at 6:30 p.m. Join the Rockford IceHogs and Budweiser at the Olympic Tavern every Monday from 6:30-7:30 p.m. for HogTalk. The show is hosted by WXRX's Jim Stone and Double T.
Single Game Tickets Are On Sale:
Fans can purchase single game tickets for any IceHogs regular season game at the MetroCentre Box Office or by calling (815) 968-5222. Tickets start at just $7 and there are great seats available. An arena surcharge will apply to all tickets.
Season Tickets:
Season tickets for the 2004-05 season are still on sale at a prorated price! Season ticket holders receive great benefits like same seat for every game, first right of refusal for playoff tickets and the "Never A Wasted Ticket Policy" so no ticket will go unused. For more information, call the IceHogs office at (815) 986-6465.
Week 19 Schedule
Monday, February 14 at Kalamazoo, 6:05 p.m.
Wednesday, February 16 at Missouri, 7:05 p.m.
Friday, February 18 at Kansas City, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, February 19 at Kansas City, 1:05 p.m.
International Hockey League 2 Stories from February 14, 2005
- Richmond's Hymovitz and Muskegon's Daigle earn weekly honors - IHL 2
- Generals to host Second Annual âSpaghetti on Iceâ Sunday - Flint Generals
- Sylvain Daigle UHL Goaltender of the Week - Muskegon Lumberjacks
- Mallards Home for Weekend Pair - Quad City Mallards
- RiverDogs take winning streak on the road - Richmond RiverDogs
- Kalamazoo Wings Week In Review - Kalamazoo Wings
- Countdown to Face-Off - Kalamazoo Wings
- Mechanics Roll 2-1 This Week - Motor City Mechanics
- Trashers look to rebound from tough week on the road - Danbury Trashers
- Rockford takes two of three, return to road in week 19 - Rockford IceHogs
- Jackals Drop Two In Richmond; Winless In Seven Straight - Elmira Jackals
- Beacon review - Port Huron Flags
- Komets Take Four Points For Week 18 - Fort Wayne Komets
- Muskegon Fury notes - Muskegon Lumberjacks
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