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Titans continue winning ways

February 2, 2004 - ECHL (ECHL)
Trenton Devils News Release


TRENTON, NJ – The Titans came into the week of play in seventh place and looking to capitalize on last weekend's sweep of the Wheeling Nailers and Roanoke Express.

Trenton started the week early, as in 10:30am early, with their "School Day" game on Thursday against the Atlantic City Boardwalk Bullies. Those in attendance were treated to an exciting game in which the Titans came back twice to tie the score, but ultimately lost to the Bullies in shootout, 4-3.

The Titans rebounded nicely the next evening, scoring three power play goals in the first period on the way to a 4-1 win over the Dayton Bombers on Friday night

Looking to extend their undefeated streak to five, the faced off against the Augusta on Saturday. It turned out to be a historical night for Mathieu Brunelle who tied an ECHL season high with six points and set a Titans record with five goals in an 8-5 victory over the Lynx.

The Titans find themselves now in sole possession of sixth place in the Northern Division as they head west for a five-game road-trip. The Titans start the week early on Tuesday, February 3 at 7:05pm against the Las Vegas Wranglers. Trenton then continues on to play two against the Fresno Falcons on Wednesday, February 4 and Friday, February 6. The puck drops for both games at 7:00pm. The Titans finish it off at Sovereign Bank Arena when they face off against the Augusta Lynx on Saturday, January 31 at 7:00pm.

LAST WEEK:

Thursday, January 29 vs. Atlantic City – 10:30am SO-L 4-3 Sovereign Bank Arena

- The puck dropped at 10:30am on Thursday for the Titans "School Day" game versus the Bullies. It was the Titans who got the wake up call as John Cullen and Jim Henkel each scored power play goals in the first period to give the Bullies a 2-0 lead. The Titans came back to tie it early in the second on goals Tyler Kindle and Dan Riva. The Bullies would take the lead again on Cullen's second goal of the morning. Matt Zultek's team leading 18th goal knotted it up in the third period and sent it to OT. After a scores extra frame, Jake Moreland stoned all four Titans in the shootout and Luke Curtin got the game winner for Atlantic City. Houle, making his first start since Dec. 6 made 27 saves in the shootout loss.

Friday, January 30 vs. Dayton – 7:30pm W 4-1 Sovereign Bank Arena

- The Titans struck early and often on the power play, going a perfect 3 for 3 with the man advantage in the first period with Ryan Crane, Chris Pittman and Matt Zutlek tickling the twine. Fraser Clair would notch a shorthanded goal for the Dayton Bombers in the second period to cut the Titans lead to two goals. Mathieu Brunelle sealed the game with an empty-netter, giving the Titans a 4-1 victory. Brunelle finished with a career high four points on one goal and three assists. Andrew Allen made 34 saves for his third win a row.

Saturday, January 31 vs. Augusta – 7:00pm W 8-5 Sovereign Bank Arena

- The Titans scored a season high eight goals on a historic night where Mathieu Brunelle set Titans records with five goals in a game and three goals in the first period in a six point night for the rookie left winger. The Titans were all over the Lynx from the drop of the puck as Brunelle notched the hat trick and BJ Kilbourne added another for a 4-1 lead after one period. Louis Goulet would help keep Augusta close with a hat trick of his own, but the Titans lead to was too much to overcome as Trenton came away with the 8-5 win. Matt Zultek also tallied a goal and three assists on the evening.

THIS WEEK:

Tuesday, February 3 vs. Las Vegas – 7:05pm Orleans Arena

Wednesday, February 4 vs. Fresno – 7:00pm Save Mart Center

Friday, February 6 vs. Fresno – 7:00pm Save Mart Center

Saturday, February 7 vs. Long Beach – 7:00pm Long Beach Arena

Sunday, February 8 vs. Bakersfield – 7:00pm Bakersfield Ice Center

TITANS BROADCAST INFO:

Tune into all Trenton Titans games on their flagship radio station, Money Talk 1350AM or listen in on the Titans website, www.trentontitans.com. The voice of the Titans, Mike O'Brien will bring of your Titans hockey action.

Titans Streaks:

· The Titans are 4-0-1 in their last five.
· #29 Andrew Allen is 7-2-1 in his last ten starts with a 2.00 GAA, a .944 save percentage and two shutouts.
· #22 Ryan O'Keefe has a twelve-game penalty minute streak (72 PIM).
· The Titans are 8-1-2 at home during the month of January.
· The Titans power play is 8 for 23 (34.8%) in their last five games.
· #32 Matt Zutlek is on a five game scoring streak (3g, 6a)
· #24 Mathieu Brunelle has 11 points (6g, 5a) in his last three games and is averaging just over a point per game this season.

Milestones:

· Mathieu Brunelle set Titans records for goals in a game (5) and goals in a period (3, 1st) with his performance on 1/31/04 versus Augusta
· After this weekend's games, Bertoli is just four goals away from scoring his 100th as a Titan and 2 points away from his 200th as a Titan
· #20 Chris Pittman is three shy of his 50th ECHL goal
· #32 Matt Zutlek recorded his 50th assist as a Titan on Mathieu Brunelle's first goal Saturday night versus the Lynx.

In the Community:

February 2 – As the Titans are on the road this week, there is no "Along the Boards" scheduled for this evening. "Along the Boards" hosted by the voice of the Trenton Titans, Mike O'Brien, will resume next Monday, February 9. Call in with your questions or comments at 888.578.2428. "Along the Boards" can be heard weekly on Money Talk 1350AM from 7pm – 8pm live from Savoy's in Yardville, NJ.

Practice/Game Schedule:
Monday, February 2 – 12:00pm – 2:00pm, Practice
Tuesday, February 3 – Pre-game skate, 11:15am Game @ Las Vegas – 7:05pm
Wednesday, February 4 – Pre-game skate, 11:15am Game @ Fresno – 7:00pm
Thursday, February 5 – 1:15pm – 3:15pm, Practice
Friday, February 6 – Pre-game skate, 11:15am Game @ Fresno – 7:00pm
Saturday, February 7 – Pre-game skate, 11:15am Game @ Long Beach – 7:00pm
Sunday, February 8– No pre-game skate Game @ Bakersfield – 7:00pm
Monday, February 9 – Leave for Trenton

Transactions:
01/24/2004 Delete SCOTT BERTOLI (LW) placed on 7 day IR
01/26/2004 Add RYAN CRANE (D) activated off IR
01/26/2004 Delete NICK DESCHENES (F) recalled by Philadelphia (AHL)
01/29/2004 Delete MATT CONTI (D) emrgency back-up goaltender
01/30/2004 Add MATT CONTI (G) emergency back-up goaltender



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