Sharks Swim Into All-Star Break On High Note With Win In Bridgeport
January 17, 2010 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Worcester Sharks News Release
BRIDGEPORT, CT - The Worcester Sharks grabbed their 10th road win of the season in another complete team effort in a 4-2 victory over the Sound Tigers in Bridgeport on Sunday afternoon.
Worcester's Danny Groulx had three assists, Jamie McGinn a goal and two assists, and Logan Couture scored his AHL leading 8th game winning goal of the season as the Sharks took over 2nd place in the Atlantic Division heading into the All-Star break.
The Sound Tigers put pressure on early in the first six minutes of the first period but came up empty as Alex Stalock turned away four shots on goal.
"Stalock made some big saves to keep us in early... he allowed us to weather the storm," said Coach Sommer.
After an icing against Worcester, Roy Sommer called a time-out and was very vocal on the bench. The Sharks responded as Cory Quirk scored his 3rd of the season as he batted in a loose rebound past goaltender Scott Munroe after the initial shot by Dwight Helminen at 7:16. A little over four minutes later, Jamie McGinn ripped a wrist shot from the right circle rushing down the wing on the power play at 11:42. The Sharks led 2-0 after the first period of play.
Sean Bentivoglio (14th) got Bridgeport on the board at 3:04 of the 2nd period knocking in a loose rebound on top of the crease. The Sharks got the goal right back just 89 seconds later when Logan Couture (16th) deflected a hard shot from on top of the crease after a bullet from 55 feet by Danny Groulx at 4:33. The Sharks led 3-1 after forty minutes of play despite being outshot 18-15.
After Nick Petrecki and Michael Haley dropped the mitts at 6:21 and Petrecki getting an extra two for roughing, Greg Mauldin's 15th goal of the season on the power play at 7:39 got Bridgeport within a goal.
Bridgeport continued to pressure in the third period but Steven Zalewski (16th) fired a bulls-eye into the empty net from 120 feet to secure the victory for the Sharks.
"We played a desperate team tonight and we got timely goals and key saves. Our big line played real big and that was the main thing," said Sommer.
With the win, the Sharks move to 26-14-1-2 (55 points) on the season.
"Everyone is going on All-Star break in good spirits. We have a lot of confidence heading into the 2nd half of the season. At one point we were trailing the Monarchs by 20 something points and now we are just two points behind with a game in hand....its a terrific feat," added Sommer.
Notes: Three Stars: (3) Greg Mauldin (1-0-1), (2) Jamie McGinn (1-2-3), (1) Danny Groulx (0-3-3)...Alex Stalock had 30 saves in net for Worcester for his league leading 23rd win... Scott Munroe had 19 saves in net for the Sound Tigers...Final shots were 32-23 in favor of - - - Bridgeport... Defenseman Danny Groulx has played in 151 straight games and had three assists and leads the AHL with 26 among defensemen...Andrew Desjardins has dressed in 117 straight games for Worcester...The Sharks are now 4-0-0-1 against the Sound Tigers... Couture scored his AHL leading 8th game winning goal of the season and added an assist.
Logan Couture, Danny Groulx, and Alex Stalock with travel to Portland for the 2010 All-Star Classic on Monday and Tuesday! The Sharks return to action in Syracuse on Saturday to battle the Crunch. Worcester hosts Manitoba on the 27th (It's Dollar Dog Night-come to the game and get your hotdogs for only one dollar!) and again on the 29th.
On January 31st, Chaske Spencer, who plays Sam Uley in The Twilight Saga: New Moon, will appear and sign autographs at the Sharks game vs. the Lowell Devils at the DCU Center at 3:05p.m.Chaske will be signing autographs for fans throughout the Sharks game. Order the Werewolf Pack today. Includes 4 tickets and 2 photos of Chaske, only $60. The ONLY way to guarantee your autograph is with a bracelet, for only $5 more per person. Order online or call the Sharks at (508) 929-0500.
Now in their fourth season in Worcester, the Sharks look forward to another exciting season highlighted by the improvements of the ice surface at the DCU Center and the reduction of season ticket prices! Sharks fans may secure their 2009-10 season tickets today by calling 508-929-0500. Some of the exclusive benefits for full season ticket holders will include:
- Guaranteed same seat for all 40 home dates and playoff home games at the DCU Center
- Significant savings off box office ticket prices
- Priority access to purchase tickets to DCU Center events (subject to availability)
Season ticket packages, group tickets, and individual tickets for the 2009-10 season are on sale now by 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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