Sundogs Slip Past Scorpions

February 22, 2008 - Central Hockey League (CHL)
New Mexico Scorpions News Release


[ PRESCOTT VALLEY, Ariz.]-Arizona used a three-goal third period to beat New Mexico 6-5 Saturday night. The win pushed the Sundogs four points ahead of the Scorpions in the Southwest Division.

The Scorpions got off to another fast start in Tim's Toyota Center. Chris Robertson shot the puck into the legs of goalie Rob McVicar, but McVicar could not squeeze it. Later in the period, Robertson stole the puck inside the Sundogs zone and had daylight in front. Robertson capitalized and gave his team the 2-0 lead after one period of play.

Arizona got on the board early in the second period as Dusty Collins when coast-to-coast for his 17th goal of the season. The Scorpions answered on the power play as Craig Macdonald's wrist shot went in just under the crossbar.

Arizona stormed back with two power play goals of their own. Cory Urquhart cut the deficit to one with his first goal in a Sundogs uniform. Less than three minutes later Karl Sellan tied the game with his 17th tally of the year.

Just as the home team used their power plays to their advantage, the visitors did the same late in the middle period. With Alex Leavitt in the box with a double minor, the Scorps took advantage. Vladimir Hartinger used his potent slap shot, giving the Scorps back the lead at the 19:08 mark. With just seconds remaining, Konrad Reeder elevated the puck up and into the net giving New Mexico a 5-3 lead after two periods.

Arizona came out a different team in the third period and scored three unanswered goals. Kevin Cormier scored a power play goal at the 6:01 mark. Mark Kolanos tied the game up with his 26th goal of the season just past the midway point. Sellan struck again, this time for the game winner 13:18 into the third period.

The same two teams will play again Saturday night at Tim's Toyota Center. The game begins at 7:05 p.m. and can be heard on 610 The Sports Animal or seen on the CHL Network.

New Mexico returns home on Friday, February 29th, for another battle against the Sundogs. It is College Night as the Scorpions will wear special UNM Lobo jerseys. Stay after the game for the jersey auction.

Take advantage of the Scorpions "All You Can Eat Weekend Special." Eat all the hot dogs, sodas, nachos and popcorn you want while sitting in a corner seat for only $20. Call the Scorpions' office at (505) 881-PUCK (7825) or visit www.scorpionshockey.com to find out how you can be a part of Real Hockey, Rio Entertainment. You don't want to miss your chance to watch the Scorpions drive toward the Ray Miron President's Cup.



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