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Titans remain in second place in North

January 24, 2007 - ECHL (ECHL)
Trenton Devils News Release


TRENTON, NJ - In their third three-game weekend in four weeks, the Trenton Titans (19-13-3) could only pick up a victory against the Wheeling Nailers on Saturday, while falling twice to the Reading Royals. Despite gathering just two of a possible six points, Trenton remains in second place in the North Division - tied with Reading - and four points behind the Cincinnati Cyclones. The Titans prepare for another busy week as they take the ice for four games in five days beginning with home games against Johnstown and Augusta on Wednesday and Friday, respectively. Trenton then travels to Wheeling before coming home to host the Royals for another Sunday matinee.

ROYAL SHUTOUT: The Titans could not find their offense as they were blanked for the second time this year in a 3-0 loss to the Reading Royals. John Snowden provided the only goal the Royals would need as he lit the lamp during a 5-on-3 power play late in the first period. Trenton would have its opportunities, but their highly ranked man-advantage unit betrayed them on this particular night, going 0-for-8. Joel Martin was solid in net, but took the loss in turning away 25-of-27 shots.

TITANS CLAW NAILERS: Trenton was able to jump out to an early lead as Cousins Pandolfo, Mike and Mark, both potted goals on the power play to make it 2-0 in their team's favor. The Nailers would answer back on 5-on-4 situations in the first and second periods to tie the score heading into the third. There, John Laliberte snuck a backhander over the shoulder of Andy Franck, while Mark Pandolfo's second of the contest gave the Titans the insurance they needed to triumph, 4-2.

KING COMEBACK: Trenton took the lead on three separate occasions against Reading to lead 3-2 after one period, but four unanswered goals by the Royals resulted in a 6-3 loss for the Titans that soured the end of the weekend. The difference proved to be a span of 4:18 at the start of the second period in which a flurry by the Royals produced three goals. Trenton scored on their first two power play attempts, but ended the contest just 2-for-8. Meanwhile, Reading converted on three consecutive man-advantages to pull away.

LIL' PANDO GETS INTO THE ACT: Mark Pandolfo, cousin of Mike Pandolfo, picked up the first multi-goal game of his professional career when he notched two in a 4-2 win over the Wheeling Nailers on Saturday. Pandolfo also has five multi-point games this season, in which the Titans are 3-1-1.

ALL-STAR RECAP: Trenton's own John Laliberte potted the insurance goal that helped give the American Conference a 6-3 victory over the National Conference in the 2007 Rbk Hockey/ECHL All-Star Game. Laliberte's one-timer beat Ryan MacDonald with 3:18 left in regulation and helped fend off a furious comeback from the National Conference.

GIVEAWAYS/PROMTIONS: Wednesday's game against the Johnstown Chiefs is Old-Time Hockey Night...The first 1,500 fans through the door for the Trenton/Augusta game will receive Rivet Bobblebellies, courtesy of Superior Chevrolet. Fans should arrive at the arena promptly as doors open at 6:30pm to ensure they receive their item.

QUICK HITS: The Titans are 1-2-1 since their season-high four-game winning streak... Trenton is 10-1-1 after a regulation loss...The Titans have won three in a row against Wheeling, but have lost their last three games versus Reading...Trenton was shutout for the second time this season on Sunday against Reading...The Titans have scored power play goals in 10 of their last 11 games (15-for-84, 17.9%)...29 (14g, 15a) of Mike Pandolfo's 54 points (29g, 25a) have come on the power play...Pandolfo leads the league with 29 goals and ranks second in the ECHL with 6 first goals and 14 power play goals.

ALONG THE BOARDS: "Along the Boards," the Trenton Titans' weekly talk radio show returns on Tuesday, January 23 at 7pm when it returns to Bill's Olde Tavern. This week's guests will be Assistant Coach, Vince Williams, and #35 Joel Martin. "Along the Boards" can also be heard on WBCB-1490AM. Bill's Olde Tavern is located at 2964 Nottingham Way in Hamilton, NJ.

UPCOMING GAMES

Wednesday, January 24, 7:00pm - Titans vs. Johnstown Chiefs

This marks the seventh of the twelve games this season between the two teams and the third visit of the year to the SBA for the Chiefs. The Titans lead the season series 4-1-1 and have been victorious in both games on their home ice. Mike Pandolfo has enjoyed much success against Johnstown recording 9 goals and an assist in six games. The Chiefs come into Trenton having lost three in a row and five of their last six.

Friday, January 26, 7:30pm - Titans vs. Augusta Lynx

The Titans and Lynx will face off for the only time this year as Augusta begins a four-game northern swing. The Lynx are unbeaten in regulation in their last five games (4-0-1) and are 7-2-1 in their last ten. The last time Trenton hosted the Lynx was Jan 31, 2004 when Mathieu Brunelle set a team record as he scored five goals en route to an 8-2 win. Trenton is 3-0-0 against Augusta all-time.

Saturday, January 27, 7:30pm - Titans @ Wheeling Nailers

Trenton takes on Wheeling for the fifth time this season. After falling in their first match-up, the Titans have gone on to win the last three matches including a 4-3 overtime victory on New Year's Eve at the WesBanco Arena. Trenton has been helped by their power play that is 6-for-26 (23.1%) in four games against Wheeling. The Titans' all-time record versus the Nailers is 27-19-5.

Sunday, January 28, 4:00pm - Titans vs. Reading Royals

This will be game ten out of twelve for the two squads and their last battle until March 28. The Royals have won three consecutive games against the Titans after taking both contests this past weekend. Greg Hogeboom leads all scorers in the season series with 15 points (5g, 10a) in 9 games. Joel Martin has appeared in all nine games versus Reading, going 4-4-0 with a 3.34 GAA and a .900 save percentage.

TITANS GAME BROADCASTS: Tune in as the Voice of the Titans, Mike O'Brien, brings you all of the Titans hockey action live on WBCB-1490AM on Sunday through Thursday and WTSR-91.3 FM on Friday and Saturday. Fans can also watch or listen in on the Titans website, www.trentontitans.com, courtesy of B2 Networks. Video broadcasts are available for a charge of $6 per game, while audiocasts are free of charge. A cable or DSL Internet connection and Windows Media Player 9 are required to view the games.

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