AHL Providence Bruins

Toivonen leads Bruins to first win

Published on October 17, 2004 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Providence Bruins News Release


The Providence Bruins captured their first win of the 2004-05 season, as they wrapped up a three-game weekend by skating past the Springfield Falcons, 4-0, at the Dunkin' Donuts Center on Sunday evening. The Black and Gold had key work from its special teams, scoring three power play goals, and killing off eight Springfield power plays. The Bruins are now 1-1-0-1 (3 points), putting them in fourth place in the Atlantic Division standings.

Bruins goaltender Hannu Toivonen stopped all 24 shots he faced to get his first win of the season, his third career shutout. The 20-year-old native of Kalvola, Finland is 1-1-0 in his first two games.

Providence left wing Martin Samuelsson scored his second goal of the season at 2:16 of the first period, a tally that proved to be the game-winner. Left wing Andy Hilbert notched his second goal of the season, and in as many nights, while defenseman Milan Jurcina posted his first of the year. Right wing Yorick Treille rounded out the scoring with his third goal in the last two nights.

Bruin center Brad Boyes continued his torrid start to the year, earning three assists. Boyes racked up points in all three games this weekend, posting 1-5-6 totals. Hilbert (2-2-4) and defenseman Pat Aufiero (1-2-3) also had points in all three games.

The Bruins return to action on Friday, October 22, when they host the Lowell Lock Monsters at 7:05 p.m. They also host the Worcester IceCats on Sunday, October 24 at 4:05 p.m.

The Providence Bruins are pleased to offer the new 3-Game Plan. There are four different 3-Game Plans to choose from, each offering three exciting games for just $24.

Tickets for October 22 and 24, as well as all regular season games, can be obtained by calling the team ticket office at (401) 273-5000, or by logging on the team website, www.providencebruins.com. Fans can also obtain information on Providence Bruins season ticket packages by calling the ticket office or logging on to the website.

Check out the Providence Bruins Statistics

Share: Facebook | Twitter/X | LinkedIn | Reddit | Email



American Hockey League Stories from October 17, 2004


The opinions expressed in this release are those of the organization issuing it, and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts or opinions of OurSports Central or its staff.

OurSports Central