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December 14, 2015 - ECHL (ECHL)
Greenville Swamp Rabbits News Release


LAST WEEK'S RECAP

Overall Picture: For the second straight weekend, the Greenville Swamp Rabbits (11-12-3), proud ECHL affiliate of the New York Rangers and the AHL's Hartford Wolf Pack, posted a .500 record over the course of three games in three days. The club took three of six possible points on the weekend and now ranks fourth in the South Division standings (26 points) - tied with Orlando.

The Swamp Rabbits opened the three-game series on Thursday when Michael St. Croix scored twice to help Greenville capture a 6-2 victory over the Solar Bears on SANDLAPPER Securities Rink. It marked the fifth time this season the Swamp Rabbits have scored six goals in a contest. Jack Combs (1g, 1a) and Josh Nicholls (1g, 1a) each contributed a two-point performance as well, while Jeff Malcolm made 30 saves between the pipes.

In a rematch with the Solar Bears just 24 hours later, the Swamp Rabbits fought back from a pair of one-goal deficits to earn a point on Friday, but suffered a 3-2 setback in overtime when Jack Rodewald scored the game-winning goal at 2:33 of the extra frame. Combs and Jordan Knackstedt each registered a regulation goal for Greenville, while P.J. Musico halted 34 shots.

Greenville hit the road on Saturday and concluded the weekend with a 5-1 loss to the South Carolina Stingrays at the North Charleston Coliseum. Stingrays' forward Joe Devin scored a hat trick for the home team and Mark Dekanich stopped 30 of 31 shots, while Knackstedt netted his second goal in as many nights for the Swamp Rabbits.

UPCOMING GAMES

Saturday, Dec. 19 vs. Orlando (10-8-5), 7 p.m. - Star Wars Night

Sunday, Dec. 20 vs. Orlando (10-8-5), 3 p.m. - Family Fun Day & Post-Game Skate with the Team

QUICK SHIFTS

400 Club: Veteran forward Jack Combs recorded his 400th professional point last Friday when he collected his own rebound and buried a second-period goal against Orlando. An elite scorer, Combs has molded an impressive seven-year career, in which he is nearly a point-per-game player (401 points in 411 professional contests). In addition, Combs has notched 236 points (111g, 125a) in 188 ECHL games with Alaska, Trenton, Colorado, Cincinnati, Allen, Stockton, and Greenville. The 27-year-old currently leads the Swamp Rabbits in goals (11), assists (14) and points (25).        

Nicholls Hits 100: New York Rangers prospect Josh Nicholls also reached a milestone this past weekend when he notched his 100th professional point with an assist against Orlando on Thursday. The third-year pro has collected 50 goals and 51 assists in 153 pro games since he debuted with Greenville during the 2013-14 campaign. Nicholls was originally drafted in the seventh round (182nd overall) by Toronto in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft.

Give it a Shot: The Swamp Rabbits have amassed at least 30 shots in each of the last five contests, dating back to December 4th against Cincinnati. Overall, Greenville ranks seventh in the league with 30.85 shots per game.    

News and Notes: Jeff Malcolm has not lost in regulation at home since November 12, a span of seven consecutive starts (5-0-2)... Combs and Nicholls are tied for the team-lead with six multi-point games... The Swamp Rabbits are 8-1-1 when leading after two periods... Greenville is 14 for its last 14 on the power play... The club has earned points in seven of its last 10 games.

Star Wars Night: The Swamp Rabbits return to SANDLAPPER Securities Rink at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena on Saturday to face the Orlando Solar Bears at 7 p.m. Saturday is Star Wars Night, featuring a Family Force Pack ticket special: four (4) red-level tickets and two (2) bottleneck socks for just $60 (BUY NOW)! Fans are also encouraged to dress up like their favorite hero or villain and meet characters from the Star Wars series throughout the contest. Doors open at 6 p.m.

Family Fun Day: Take advantage of the Greenville News Family Fun Pack and a post-game skate with the team this Sunday when the Swamp Rabbits rematch against Orlando at 3 p.m. The Greenville News Family Fun Pack features four (4) red-level tickets, four (4) hot dogs, four (4) bags of chips, four (4) fountain drinks and two (2) Swamp Rabbits' foam fingers for just $60! Following the game, all fans are encouraged to stick around and skate with the ENTIRE team on SANDLAPPER Securities Rink. The club will also wear its special-edition New York Rangers style jerseys. Doors open at 2 p.m.

Get Social: Follow the Swamp Rabbits all season long and get behind-the-scenes coverage like never before on the team's official Facebook and Twitter pages.

Trolley On Over: Greenville's downtown trolley route has been extended to include a stop at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. The expanded route will operate for all Swamp Rabbits' games taking place Thursdays through Sundays during normal trolley service hours.

Call 864-674-7825 or visit SwampRabbits.com for tickets. Bring a group of 15 or more out to a game and receive great discounts, merchandise offers and hospitality opportunities! Call a Swamp Rabbits Account Executive for more information! Get the latest Swamp Rabbits gear at the "Hop Shop" team store or visit the "Hop Shop" online at SwampRabbits.com/shop to browse the full collection of fan wear and novelties!

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