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Tough Week For Lynx

December 13, 2004 - ECHL (ECHL)
Augusta Lynx News Release


The Augusta Lynx suffered their worst offensive output in team history this week, getting blanked in two of three games and unable to manage a point in all three. The team's record scoreless streak started with their only goal in a 3-1 loss to Greenville last Sunday at the 7:15 mark of the second period, and extended until the Lynx scored a power play goal against Charlotte Saturday night at the 5:32 mark of the second period. In all, the drought lasted for 178:17 of game play over four games.

Tuesday night the Lynx were blanked by the Louisiana IceGators, with Nathan Marsters stopping 16 shots after taking over for Kerry Kettles, who was removed from the game just 3:55 in with a possible injury. Kettles did not face a shot in the contest. Jason Saal made 28 saves in the loss for Augusta.

Similarly, the Pee Dee Pride managed to shut out the Lynx 3-0 on Friday night. Nick Boucher stopped 34 shots for the victory while Saal managed 30 saves for Augusta. Mark Mullen had a pair of goals to lead the Pride attack in the contest.

Saturday night Augusta finally got off the slide and started scoring goals. A power play marker by Matt Dzieduszycki tied the game at 1-1 early in the second period, followed by a spectacular shorthanded effort from Jamie Johnson to knot the game back at 2-2. Charlotte would extend their lead to 4-2 before the intermission, and in the third the Lynx struggled to come back. Sean Connolly's goal at 14:15 gave Augusta life, but they were unable to tie the game before time expired. Jason Saal left the game after the first period, making 14 saves on 15 shots. Matus Kostur replaced him to start the second and made 18 saves in the loss. Kelly Guard notched the win with 32 saves for Charlotte.

What's Next

December 17th @ Florida

December 18th @ Florida

7:30 pm – Germain Arena

The Lynx battle the Everblades for the first two times this weekend. Both meetings will come on the road in Florida and bring Augusta's pre-Christmas portion of the schedule to an end. All-time, Augusta is 13-22-6 vs. the Everblades, and looking to improve not only on that stat, but their overall won/loss record as well. This year the Lynx are 5-6-0 on the road this season, but overall stand 7-13-2 heading into the contest.

Florida is coming off a pair of losses to the South Carolina Stingrays this past weekend, bringing to an end their season-high six game win streak from 11/27 to 12/7. Matt Hendricks leads the team in scoring with 11 goals and 23 points. Brad Church is the team's top plus/minus guy at +17 in 20 games this year, and he also ranks third on the club in scoring with eight goals and 18 points. In net, Craig Kowalski (8-5-0, 2.63, .915) and Rob Zepp (4-6-0, 3.05, .894) have split the duties for Florida, with Kowalski taking the lions share of the work in recent days. Both are capable goaltenders, and the Lynx know firsthand how tough Zepp can be when he's on his game after he bested them twice last year 4-3 and 5-2.

The Everblades sit fourth in the American Conference with a 12-11-0 record this year, good for 24 points. An even 6-6-0 at home, Florida is 6-5-0 on the road heading into this weekend.

Milestones

· Josh St. Louis played his 200th pro game on Friday against Pee Dee.

· Jim Shepherd's next goal will be his 125th as a pro.

· Jarrett Thompson needs four games to reach 100 in his pro career.

· Sean Connolly is four points away from 50 as a pro.

· Mike Sandbeck needs 10 points for 100 in his pro career.

· Todd Bennett is five games away from the 150 mark in his career.

· Jason Saal's next shutout will move him into sole possession of second place all-time on the ECHL's shut out list.

News And Notes

· Augusta's scoreless streak of 178:17 is the longest in team history.

· Jamie Johnson has five goals and ten points in his last ten games.

· Augusta is on a five game winless skid.

Team Leaders

Goals – Ken Magowan (7)

Assists – Louis Goulet (13)

Points – Jamie Johnson (18)

PIMs – Louis Goulet (40)

Plus/Minus – Ken Magowan (+4)

PP Goals – Jamie Johnson, Todd Bennett (3)

SH Goals – Louis Goulet, Jamie Johnson (1)

GWG – Ken Magowan (2)

Wins – Jason Saal (5)

GAA – Jason Saal (2.64)

Save % - Jason Saal (.913)

Send Us Your Questions!

Fans – If you want to submit your question for Lynx coaches or players via email, just log on to www.augustalynx.com and click on the FanZone and look for our "Ask A Player" or "Ask A Coach" question forms. Emails will be selected and read on the air during the Behind The Bench Coach's Show broadcast live from Wild Wing Café on Monday nights at 7 pm!

Behind The Bench Coach's Show

The Behind The Bench Coach's Show returns tonight live from Wild Wing Café, 3035 Washington Rd. in Augusta. Join Stan Drulia, Chuck Weber, and Tom Callahan plus various player guests throughout the season live and in person or on the air on NEWSTALKSPORTS 1630.

Friday Night Slap Shot Trivia With Mike Thomas!

Every Friday night home game means Slap Shot Trivia With Mike Thomas! Get you and a group of friends together for your crack at winning $15 gift certificates to Passport International for Lynx Merchandise and a luxury box for a night at an upcoming game. You must be present to win this contest, so check it out every Friday home game during the season.

Ticket Information

Augusta's next home game will be Thursday, December 30th against the South Carolina Stingrays at 7:05 pm. Tickets are on sale now through the Augusta Lynx office at 712 Telfair St. by calling (706) 724-4ICE, all TicketMaster locations, or on line at www.TicketMaster.com.

Record – 7-13-2 (16 points, 11th Eastern Conference)

Week In Review:

Tue. 12/7 vs. LOU 3-0 loss Saal – 28 saves

Fri. 12/10 vs. PD 3-0 loss Saal – 30 saves

Sat. 12/11 vs. CHR 4-3 loss Johnson, Dzieduszycki – goal, two assists each

Upcoming Opponents:

Dec. 17th @ FLA – 7:30 pm 7:05 pm WRDW-AM 1630, www.augustalynx.com

Dec. 18th @ FLA – 7:30 pm 7:05 pm WRDW-AM 1630, www.augustalynx.com

Power Play

14-for-100 14%

19th

Penalty Kill

66-for-80 82.5%

20th

Next Coach's Show: Wild Wing Café – Monday, December 13th @ 7 pm – WRDW-AM 1630

Ticket Information:

(706) 724-4ICE Full, Partial Season Tickets – Single Game Seats – Group Outings (706) 724-4ICE

Preferred Level - $14; Lower Level - $13; Mezzanine $10

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