Scalzo returns
Published on January 2, 2007 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Iowa Chops News Release
DES MOINES, IA - Iowa Stars Director of Hockey Operations Scott White announced today that Defenseman Mario Scalzo has been reassigned by the Canadian National Team back to the Iowa Stars.
Selected by Hockey Canada to partake in the Spengler Cup that ran from December 26th to 31st in Davos, Switzerland, Scalzo and the Canadian National Team dropped a 3-2 decision to HC Davos in the Championship game. The Iowa Stars blueliner registered the game's first goal, his only point of the tournament, however Team Canada was unable to maintain their two-goal lead and finished in second place for the second straight tournament.
In his second season as a professional, Scalzo currently has two goals, 10 assists and 40 penalty minutes in 29 games with Iowa this season: 29(2/10/12)40. In 74 games last season, the St-Hubert, Quebec-native had four goals, 29 assists, 42 PIM's and a 'plus 9' rating for the Stars: 74(4/29/33)+9. His 29 assists had him tied for first among all Iowa blueliners and was third overall on the Stars.
The Spengler Cup is the oldest continual club tournament in the world dating back to 1923. The Canadian National Men's Team has competed at the event since 1984 and has won 10 titles during that period. Canada last won the Spengler Cup in 2003 and finished second at last year's tournament.
IOWA STARS INFO: The Stars hit the road for games in Hamilton, Ontario on Wednesday and Friday and in Toronto on Saturday. Iowa returns to Wells Fargo Arena on Friday, January 12th for a 7:00 PM face-off with the Houston Aeros. Friday's game is KCWI Date Night. One lucky couple will win round trip airfare to Las Vegas courtesy of Allegiant Air and couples can purchase two tickets, two hot dogs and two cokes for just $23! The following evening, the Toronto Marlies make their only trip to Des Moines. The first 1,500 fans through the turnstiles will receive a FREE Iowa Stars stocking cap! Doors open for all home games one hour before face-off. Bring a group or hold your child's birthday at a Stars game! All ticketing information can be obtained by calling 515-23-STARS or by visiting IowaStarsHockey.com.
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