Stockton Wins 4-2 on Harry Potter Sock Toss Night, Behind Josh Healey's First Pro Goal
Published on December 1, 2018 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Stockton Heat News Release
Stockton, CA. - Stockton overcame an early lead thanks to Josh Healey's goal on Harry Potter Sock Toss Night to win 4-2 over the Ontario Reign. Ontario struck first 5:38 into the game and took a 1-0 lead heading into the second period. Josh Healey scored his first pro goal 2:16 into the second period and socks came raining down onto the ice. All socks will be donated to those in need through the Stockton Annual Coat, Blanket and Sock Drive run through Stockton Arena. Spencer Foo scored another second period goal for Stockton, and picked up his first multi-point effort since October 31. Kerby Rychel notched another game-winning goal on his team-leading eleventh marker of the season. Buddy Robinson added an empty netter late to give Stockton the 4-2 win over the Ontario Reign. Nick Schneider collected his sixth win of the season, stopping 27 of 29 shots, including 13 big stops in the final period. Stockton's penalty kill was strong once again tonight, stopping all three chances against. The Heat haven't surrendered a power play goal over the last two contests. Stockton kicked off their six-game home stand with a hard-fought win over a physical Ontario Reign team.
Stockton is back at it tomorrow night at home against the San Jose Barracuda for Hip Hop Night at 6 PM. All fans in attendance will receive a Straight Out of Stockton T-Shirt. Tomorrow is the sixth meeting between the two clubs this season, Stockton is just 1-4 in the five games.
SCORING AND PENALTY SUMMARY
GOALIES"¨W: NICK SCHNEIDER (29 shots, 27 saves)
L: Peter Budaj (24 shots, 21 saves)
NOTABLE STATISTICS
Three Stars: 1- Spencer Foo (1 goal, 1 assist) 2- Josh Healey (first pro goal) 3- Nick Schneider (27 saves, win)
Final Shots: STK - 29 | ONT - 24
Power Plays: STK - 0-2 | ONT - 0-3
-Josh Healey scored his first goal of his pro career, bringing all of the socks onto the ice
-Kerby Rychel scored another game-winning goal for the Heat
-Kerby Rychel scored his team leading 11th goal of the season
-Stockton picked up a win to kick off their season-long six game home stand
-Nick Schneider wins his sixth game of the year
INTERVIEWS"¨See Facebook Live. Quotes coming soon.
UPCOMING HOME GAMES
Stockton Heat vs. San Jose Barracuda
Saturday, December 1 - 6:00 p.m. Puck Drop/5:00 p.m. Doors
Hip Hop Night // Straight Outta Stockton T-Shirt Giveaway // Hockey Night in Stockton presented by Budweiser
Stockton Heat vs. Manitoba Moose
Friday, December 7 - 7:00 p.m. Puck Drop/6:00 p.m. Doors
Fry Day presented by Golden State Restaurant Group McDonald's // Toy Drive
Stockton Heat vs. Manitoba Moose
Saturday, December 8 - 6:00 p.m. Puck Drop/5:00 p.m. Doors/4:00 p.m. U-Party at the Plaza Pregame Party
Military Appreciation Night // Heat Camo Hat Giveaway // Hockey Night in Stockton presented by Budweiser
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