Thunder Weekly (december 13-19): First Place Thunder Visits Alaska

Published on December 13, 2010 under ECHL (ECHL)
Stockton Thunder News Release


RED HOT THUNDER VISITS THE COLD Three games in Alaska, playoff rematch await the Thunder, who visit Aces

THUNDER OVERALL RECORD: 12-5-4, 28 points (T-1 Pacific Division, Western Conferernce) LAST WEEK: 1-1-0

THIS WEEK'S OPPONENTS: (all times PT) at Alaska Aces Wednesday, Friday and Saturday (8:15 p.m.) Radio: 1280 KWSX/StocktonThunder.com The Stockton Thunder, entering the week tied for first place in the Pacific Division and Western Conference, visit the Alaska Aces for the first time this season at Sullivan Arena. It is the first time both teams meet since the first round (National Conference Quarterfinal) of last year's Kelly Cup Playoffs, won by the Thunder, 3-1 in a best-of-five series. Both teams split the first two games of the series at an alternative site in Wasilla, Alaska. The Thunder was 5-1-4 in the head-to-head series against the Aces last year and went 3-1-1 at Sullivan Arena. The three games are the last the Thunder will play before the holiday break, who are 6-1-2 on the road this season.

The Thunder and Fat's Grill and Bar have partnered for this season for "Thunder Watch Party" nights (shown through AmericaOne) during all Thunder road games. Fans attending will have an opportunity to win prizes, enjoy drink specials and participate in a festive atmosphere while cheering on the Thunder. It is located at 4555 North Pershing Avenue in Stockton and just minutes away from Stockton Arena. Fat's Grill and Bar is a three-time "Best of San Joaquin" Award winner in The Record and features 15 television monitors and four satellite dishes, an array of acclaimed entrees, pizzas, beverages, appetizers, specialties and more.

PROMOTIONAL NEWS SPECIAL HOLIDAY HOURS Stockton Arena "Fan Attic" The "Fan Attic," the official team store of the Stockton Thunder, will open its doors during the holidays on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturday from Noon-5:00 p.m. Additionally, shopping for the ideal holiday gift, no matter what time or day, can be experienced by visiting www.stocktonfanattic.com.

Wednesday, December 29 vs. Las Vegas Wranglers, 7:00 p.m. WOOD HOCKEY STICK GIVEAWAY presented by California Welding Supply, Food-4-Less and Rancho San Miguel and KAT Country 103 - The first 1,000 fans (ages 12 and under) in attendance will receive a free, limited edition Thunder wooden hockey stick! FAMILY NIGHT - Bring the whole family out for just $34 ‚¬" includes 4 tickets, 4 hot dogs, 4 soft drinks and a $4 merchandise coupon at the Thunder "Fan Attic"! Purchase at www.StocktonThunder.com.

Thursday December 30 vs. Las Vegas Wranglers, 7:00 p.m. WOOD HOCKEY STICK GIVEAWAY presented by California Welding Supply, Food-4-Less and Rancho San Miguel and 104.1 The Hawk - The first 1,000 fans (ages 12 and under) in attendance will receive a free, limited edition Thunder wooden hockey stick!

THUNDER IN THE COMMUNITY WHERE: UNITED WAY OF SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY ‚¬" Thunder team and coaching staff WHAT: "Give Moore for the Holidays" WHEN: Monday, Dec. 13 Thunder players and coaching staff were on hand at the United Way of San Joaquin County, in downtown Stockton, to greet kids from the Mary Graham Children's Shleter with gifts and holiday cheer as part of the Hockey Players 4 Kids' "Give Moore For the Holidays" community outreach program!

TEAM LEADERS: Points ‚¬" Chris Lawrence (20) Goals ‚¬" Chris D'Alvise (10) Assists ‚¬" Jason Pitton, Aaron Clarke, Chris Lawrence, Anthony Aiello (9) Plus/Minus ‚¬" Jason Pitton (+8) Penalty Minutes ‚¬" Ryan Constant (49)

UPCOMING MILESTONES: Aaron Clarke is 12 assists away from 100 in his professional career Ryan Constant is 9 points away from 200 in his professional career Ryan Constant is 25 games away from 300 in his professional career Jim McKenzie is 17 games away from 200 in his professional career

TEAM NOTES Anthony Aiello is tied for 11th among ECHL defensemen with 12 points (3g-9a) Fraser Clair has eight points (3g-5a) in his last four games Bryan Pitton is tied for the ECHL lead with two shootout wins Stockton is second in the ECHL in least shots allowed per game (27.1) Stockton is second in ECHL attendance with 72,590 fans (6,049 average) Stockton is third in the ECHL with 34 shots per game

The team's upcoming schedule for the coming week is as follows: (subject to change, all times PT)

Tue., DEC. 14 Travel day to Anchorage, Alaska, practice in Anchorage

DEC. 15, 16-18 8:15 p.m. ‚¬" GAME at ALASKA 1280 KWSX/StocktonThunder.com

Sunday, DEC. 19 Travel day

DEC. 20-25 No practice ‚¬" holiday break

Sunday, DEC. 26-27 6:00 p.m. ‚¬" GAME at BAKERSFIELD 1280 KWSX/StocktonThunder.com

Monday, DEC. 27 11:00 a.m. - Morning skate at Rabobank Arena 7:00 p.m. ‚¬" GAME at BAKERSFIELD 1280 KWSX/StocktonThunder.com Travel back to Stockton immediately after game

WEEK IN REVIEW STK 3 ‚¬" UTA 2 (12/11/10): Goaltender Garrett Zemlak earned his first win in four starts with 27 saves, boosting the Thunder to a 3-2 victory over the Utah Grizzlies before 8,330 fans at Stockton Arena on Saturday night. The Thunder, who moved to a first place tie in the Western Conference with Utah and Las Vegas, improved to 6-4-2 at home and won in their final home game before the Dec. 25 holiday break. They scored the first three goals of the game with help from Marcus Watson, Bretton Cameron and Fraser Clair, who had the game-winner in the second period.

BAK 5 ‚¬" STK 3 (12/10/10): Kyle Calder scored two goals, added an assist and his Bakersfield Condors never trailed, sending the Thunder to a 5-3 loss before a crowd of 4,377 at Rabobank Arena on Friday night. Calder was aided by two goals from Joel Broda to send the Thunder to its first loss on the road in regulation in ECHL. Chris Lawrence totaled three points (1g-2a) and was also aided on the Thunder end for scoring from Marcus Watson (first pro goal) and Garet Hunt.

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