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Scorpions Shoot To First Place

February 12, 2008 - Central Hockey League (CHL)
New Mexico Scorpions News Release


[ RIO RANCHO, N.M.]-The Scorpions finished their seven game home stand shooting their way to a 3-1 victory over Amarillo. The victory moved the Scorps into a first place tie with Arizona in the Southwest Division.

The teams went to the third period tied and New took advantage of seven power plays in the final frame. Vladimir Hartinger launched from the blue line that goalie Dan McWhinney was not able to keep out of the net. Chris Robertson added an empty net man advantage goal, his second of the net to seal the win.

The Gorillas got on the board first when they capitalized on a Scorpions turnover. Jason Chafe found himself with the puck in front of the net and scored his seventh goal of the season.

New Mexico answered with a won draw in the offensive zone. Chris Robertson won the draw back and eventually found himself back with the puck and scored, tying the game at one. The goal gave Robertson in five straight games.

The Scorpions dominated the shots on goal board on the evening. Their 60 shots were most taken this season, and fifth most in franchise history. New Mexico held the Gorillas to only 18 shots, lowest for any Scorps game this season.

Friday, the Scorpions make their return to the Ft. Worth area to face the Brahmas. The game can be heard on 610 The Sports Animal and seen on the CHL Network starting at 5:50 p.m. with the pre-game show.

New Mexico returns home Sunday afternoon to face the Colorado Eagles. The game starts at 3:15 p.m. with a "Skate with the Scorps" following the game. Free skate rentals will be provided courtesy of Blades Multiplex Arenas.

Take advantage of the Scorpions "All You Can Eat Weekend Special." Eat all the hot dogs, sodas, nachos and popcorn you want while sitting in a corner seat for only $20. Call the Scorpions' office at (505) 881-PUCK (7825) or visit www.scorpionshockey.com to find out how you can be a part of Real Hockey, Rio Entertainment. You don't want to miss your chance to watch the Scorpions drive toward the Ray Miron President's Cup.

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