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ECHL South Carolina Stingrays

Stingrays Weekly

December 18, 2006 - ECHL (ECHL)
South Carolina Stingrays News Release


The Week That Was:

The Stingrays finished the week with a 1-1-0 record.

On Friday night the Rays traveled to Columbia to face the Inferno. With starting goalie Davis Parley sick with the flu, Daren Machesney stepped up and secured the victory 4-2. He stopped 34 of 36 shots and held the Inferno scoreless for two periods. Cail MacLean netted the game-winning goal.

Saturday night found the team playing against the Florida Everblades for the first time this season. Machesney was in goal again, but could not stop the 'Blades as they won 3-1. T.J. McElroy recorded the only goal of the night with assists from Evan Schwabe and Matt Reid.

Team Notes

Record: The team is now 12-11-2 for the season for 26 points. They are ranked 5th in the South Division and are 10 points behind division-leading Texas Wildcatters and Florida Everblades who are tied with 36 points.

Roster Changes: Jamie Fraser was called up to the American Hockey League's Syracuse Crunch last week. He played two games with the team over the weekend, but has not yet recorded a point.

Scoring Streaks: Matt Reid continues to score! He has at least one point in every home game he has played in this season for a total of 17 points in nine games.

Goalie News: Daren Machesney had his second victory on Friday night. He stopped 34 of 36 shots. For the month of December he is 1-1 with a 2.02 goals-against-average and a .933 save percentage.

League Leaders: Nate Kiser's 27 minor penalties this season ranks him 5th in the league and his 89 PIMs ranks him 5th among defensemen.

Even though he didn't play last week, Davis Parley's numbers keeps him 4th in wins (10), 3rd in saves (558), and 4th in minutes (1124).

Stephen Werner is ranked 4th in the league in shooting percentage with .308 with four goals in 13 shots and his two short-handed goals places him second.

Stingrays in the Community:

The Stingrays will be at MUSC Children's Hospital today at 2 p.m. to deliver presents and visit with the children.

The whole team will be out tonight at George's in West Ashley for Monday Night Football beginning at 7 p.m.

This Week: The Stingrays take on the Augusta Lynx at home on Wednesday, Dec. 20th before hitting the road for two weekend games against the Florida Everblades.

December 20, 2006 North Charleston Coliseum at 7:05 p.m.

The Stingrays and Lynx battle it for their sixth game of the season. The Stingrays are 2-2-1 this year against Augusta. It's Carolina MedCare night with the first 2,500 fans receiving a free t-shirt courtesy of Carolina MedCare.

December 22, 2006 Germain Arena 7:30 p.m.

The Stingrays battle the Florida Everblades on Friday night for the second time this season. The 'Blades were victorious on Dec. 16th against the Rays winning 3-1. They are now tied for 1st place in the division with the Texas Wildcatters with 36 points. The game can be heard live on ESPN Radio 910 the Team beginning at 6:50 p.m.

December 23, 2006 Germain Arena 7:30 p.m.

The Rays and 'Blades face-off again on Saturday night. The Stingrays are 6-3-0 on the road this season. Tonight's game will be broadcasted on the Real 1340 AM with the Benito's Pre-game Show with Voice of the Rays Mike Kelly starting at 7:15 p.m.

Have you visited Dunkin' Donuts new location? They are now open at Centre Pointe next to the Tanger Outlets.

HAVING A BIRTHDAY?

Celebrate your birthday at a Stingrays game! Packages are available at all seat levels and include food, drinks, a special birthday section to celebrate, and prizes for the whole group. Visit www.stingrayshockey.com or call the front office for more information.

STINGRAYS HOCKEY - A WHOLE LOT COOLER!

Spread a little Holiday Cheer with the new Stingrays holiday package!

For only $49 you receive 4 upper level tickets an authentic Stingrays t-shirt. Upgrade to lower level seats for just $10 more.

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