Thunder still undefeated
November 8, 2004 - Central Hockey League (CHL)
Wichita Thunder News Release
THUNDER POWER PLAY BEATS MUDBUGS- The Thunder jumped out to a 4-0 lead on the strength of three power play goals, en route to a 4-2 victory at Bossier-Shreveport on Thursday. Jason Duda led the Thunder with two goals, while Joe Blaznek and Brad Patterson added a goal and an assist each. Jamie Vandespyker made 24 saves, running his record to a perfect 4-0-0.
THUNDER COMEBACK SILENCES BLAZERS AGAIN- Trailing 3-0 late in the second period, the Thunder exploded for four straight goals, knocking off the Blazers 4-3 on Friday in a penalty-filled affair. Les Hrapchak scored the game-winning goal with just over five minutes remaining. Goaltender Jason Flick recorded the victory in relief, stopping all 10 shots faced. The two teams combined for 116 penalty minutes. The Thunder have now beaten the Blazers six straight times.
BIG THIRD PERIOD STOPS OILERS- The Thunder broke open a 1-1 tie with three third period goals, just 4:55 apart, knocking off Tulsa 4-1 on Saturday. Duda, John Kozoriz & Scott Allison all had a goal and an assist, while Flick was awesome between the pipes, making 31 saves.
THUNDER KEEPS ROLLING- Wichita's 7-0-0 start is by far the best in franchise history and is now three wins shy of the CHL-record of 10-0-0, held by the 2002-03 Austin Ice Bats. The longest overall winning-streak in Thunder history is eight, set all the way back in January of 1994.
TOP LINE CONTINUES TO SIZZLE- The top line of Duda, Allison and Travis Clayton extended their scoring streaks to seven games each and has now combined for a whopping 41 points. Duda leads the CHL with 15 points, Allison is second with 13 points and Clayton ranks third with 12. The threesome ranks 1-2-3 in the CHL for plus/minus with Allison leading the way at +11. They also lead the CHL with two GWG each.
SUFFOCATING DEFENSE- The Thunder are allowing a CHL-low 1.71 goals per game and have allowed just seven even-strength goals in seven games. Rookie Jason Flick leads the entire CHL with a miniscule 0.77 goals against average and a phenomenal .966 save percentage.
PROMOTIONAL SCHEDULE- The Thunder coach's TV show will be taped today at 5:00 PM at BG Bolton's, 21st and Maize Road, with guest Ryan McLean. Fans are welcome to attend. Thunder poker night will take place Wednesday at 6:30 PM at the Amateur Poker League. Dinner tickets are a $25 donation and the meal is courtesy of Whiskey Creek Steakhouse. The tournament winner will receive a trip for two to Las Vegas. Call the Thunder office to make reservations. The Thunder will host a post game skate following Sunday's game. In recognition of the new downtown arena expected to open in 2008, all tickets for Sunday's game are just $8 each (excluding center ice seats).
THUNDERBOLTS- Rookie Derek Parker leads the CHL with seven majors and ranks second with 79 penalty minutes...The Thunder lead the Northwest Division with 185 penalty minutes...Wichita ranks sixth in the CHL in both power play (20.0%) and penalty killing (85.3%).
Central Hockey League Stories from November 8, 2004
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- Rayzing the curtain - Corpus Christi IceRays
- Ice Bats home this weekend - Austin Ice Bats
- Blazers Weekly - Oklahoma City Blazers
- Scorpions home after strong road trip - New Mexico Scorpions
- Bucks Out & About - Laredo Bucks
- Gorillas game in San Angelo rescheduled due to ice problems - Amarillo Gorillas
- Sher-Wood CHL Player and Goaltender of the Month Announced - CHL
- Thunder still undefeated - Wichita Thunder
- Saints November 9th Home Game Rescheduled - San Angelo Saints
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