Sound Tigers Roll to a Perfect Preseason
October 9, 2016 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Bridgeport Islanders News Release
BRIDGEPORT, Conn.- The Bridgeport Sound Tigers, proud AHL affiliate of the New York Islanders, capped off a perfect preseason with a 4-0 exhibition victory over the Providence Bruins at Wonderland of Ice on Saturday.
Forwards Bracken Kearns, Aaron Berisha, Travis St. Denis and Darren Nowick all scored, while goaltender Christopher Gibson and Stephon Williams combined for a 23-save shutout. The win moved Bridgeport's preseason record to 2-0, in which they outscored opponents 8-1. In addition, the line of Berisha, St. Denis and Andrew Rowe combined for five of the team's eight goals during exhibition play.
Kearns opened the scoring just eight minutes into the game with a power play goal for his first of the preseason. Following a cross-checking call at the 6:23 mark, Kearns skated to the doorstep and jammed home Jon Landry's pass for the only tally of the first period.
After a scoreless middle frame, Berisha doubled Bridgeport's lead when he beat Zane McIntyre from the low slot on play set up by St. Denis. The goal was Berisha's first of the preseason, which came just 62 seconds into the third period.
St. Denis put the Sound Tigers up 3-0 when he camped out at the doorstep and finished a rebound chance for his second of the preseason at 7:27 of the third period. Berisha and Carter Verhaeghe were credited with the helpers.
Nowick completed the scoring at 16:21 of the third with his first goal of the preseason. The rookie forward made it 4-0 by skating to the low slot and funneling a shot through McIntyre's pads. Loic Leduc and Josh Holmstrom each received an assist.
The Sound Tigers finished the game 1-for-3 on the power play and 1-for-1 on the penalty kill. Bridgeport outshot Providence 26-23.
Opening Night: The Sound Tigers celebrate the start of a new season next Saturday, October 15 by giving away free magnet schedules to the first 2,000 fans presented by the CT Department of Transportation. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the puck drops at 7 p.m. against the Providence Bruins at Webster Bank Arena. Make it a family night and enjoy the Kid Zone on the Plaza presented by Big Y. In addition, receive $5.00 off your game ticket at the box office when showing your AAA Membership Card before October 14 at 5 p.m.
Storm Team Mascot Garden Gnome Giveaway: Be one of the first 2,000 fans on Saturday, October 29 and receive a free Storm garden gnome courtesy of Buckle Up Connecticut. Plus, receive $2.00 off your game ticket at the box office when you show your AAA Membership Card.
For additional details or to reserve seats for any of the 2016-17 giveaway and theme nights, please call the Sound Tigers' front office at (203) 345-2300. If you are interested in group outings with your friends, family, co-workers, or clients an unforgettable experience at a discounted rate, call the group sales hotline at (203) 345-2300 Ext. 7.
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