Sharks fowl the Falcons, 3-2
March 27, 2009 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Worcester Sharks News Release
Worcester, MA - After two periods of back and forth scoring, Dan DaSilva's 2nd goal of the game would edge the Falcons in a 3-2 Worcester victory on "Officials Night" at the DCU Center Friday.
The Sharks would take a 1-0 advantage in the 1st period when Trent Campbell fired a pass from the corner that would find its way through the crease and onto the stick of DaSilva who would drive home his 1st goal of the evening at 11:29. However, the Falcons would be quick to score an equalizer as Ryan Potulny would beat Worcester goaltender Thomas Greiss in front of the net on a bang-bang play to even the score 1-1 at 12:31.
In between the scoring, rookie Frazer McLaren officially became Worcester's heavyweight fighter as he broke the Sharks franchise fighting major record when he threw down for his 20th bout this season, this time against Springfield right wing Hans Benson at 12:00.
At 1:57 in the 2nd frame and just :7 seconds into a Springfield power play, right wing Shane Willis would unload a shot that would ricochet off Sharks defensemen Brett Westgarth and past Greiss to take a 2-1 Falcons lead. The Sharks would later cash in on a power play opportunity of their own when Lukas Kaspar launched a missile from the point past Falcon net minder Devan Dubnyk to tie the game 2-2 at 18:04. Worcester would go on to outshoot Springfield 20-9 in the 2nd period.
Worcester would strike quickly in 3rd period when DaSilva netted his 2nd score of the night at :21 seconds to put Worcester up 3-2. Andrew Desjardins and Campbell would each be credited with their 2nd assist of the game. The Sharks would maintain the lead for the remainder of the 3rd period to pick up a 3-2 win over Springfield.
The win brings Worcester's record to 36-33-1-2 with 75 points through 72 games.
NOTES: Three Stars: (3) Andrew Desjardins-2a (2) Trent Campbell-2a (1) Dan DaSilva-2g... Attendance was announced 4,132... Thomas Greiss made 25/27 saves in net for Worcester ... Devan Dubnyk made 32/35 saves in net for Springfield ... The Sharks went 1/5 on the power play while the Falcons went 1/4 ... Worcester is 7-2-0-0 vs. Springfield this season with one more clash...The two teams combine for 428 PIM which includes 27 fighting majors (Worcester-14, Springfield-13)...Frazer McLaren broke the Sharks franchise fighting major record (20)...The Sharks have had a franchise record 75 fights through 72 games...Riley Armstrong played in his 200th game in a Sharks uniform.
On Saturday, March 28th , the Shark host the Lowell Devils at 7:05p.m. on "Be a Leader" Night presented by the Law Firm of Abigail Williams & Associates. The Sharks will be wear special "Be a Leader" jerseys which will be auctioned off after the game with proceeds to Sharks Charities. Fans are encouraged to bring a new teddy bear to throw on the ice after the Sharks score their first goal to benefit Project Smile. Members of the Worcester Tornadoes and the Boston Breakers will be on hand to sign autographs during the first intermission. Three lucky fans will have the opportunity to win $38,000 compliments of Piccadilly Pub restaurants. Help Finz celebrate his birthday with other mascots on this action packed evening! Pick up your Family Fun Pack with a ticket, hot dog, and soda for just $15.25 each when buying a minimum of four tickets!
The Sharks reduced their 2009-10 season ticket prices and they are on sale now! Purchases can be made by visiting the box office, contacting the Worcester Sharks office at 508.929.0500, or by crashing the net at www.SharksAHL.com.
All games can be heard live on 580AM and 94.9FM WTAG, as well as online through AHL Live, by following the link on the Sharks website at www.SharksAHL.com.
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