Texas scores four in the second to defeat Pilots 5-2
December 9, 2007 - ECHL (ECHL)
Texas Wildcatters News Release
BEAUMONT, TX - The Texas Wildcatters scored four times in the second period in route to a 5-2 win over the Ice Pilots at Ford Arena.
The two clubs played a scoreless first period with each team unable to convert on their two power play chances. However, Texas took advantage of their man advantage chances in the second period as they scored twice on the power play and four overall.
Matt Kassian found the back of the net 2:47 into the second with an even strength goal. Dan Welch followed on the power play with a shot from the point to make it 2-0. Ross Carlson made it a 3-0 game with a power play goal.
The Pilots got on the board at 14:05 as Chris Straube fired a blast from the top of the left wing circle to cut the lead to 3-1. John McNabb answered with his 12th goal of the year 1:17 later and after two periods, Texas led 4-1.
Brian McGregor cut the lead to two as Wildcatters goaltender Anton Khudobin misplayed the puck and it was a 4-2 game. Scott Champagne sealed the deal for Texas and the Wildcatters went on for the 5-2 win.
Don't miss the hard hitting, exciting action, as the Ice Pilots' next home game is Friday, December 14 at 7:05 p.m. vs. Mississippi at the Civic Center. It is Teddy Bear Toss Night and the Marines will be collecting toys for Toys for Tots. 2007-2008 Season Tickets, Mini Plans, and Military Packages are still available through the Ice Pilots office. For more information, or to reserve your seats, call
(850) 432-PUCK, or visit the Ice Pilots web site at www.icepilots.com
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