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Wolf Pack Weekly

November 30, 2004 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Connecticut Whale News Release


A two and two weekend for the Pack ... the club lost 3-1 decisions in both Wilkes-Barre on Wednesday and Bridgeport on Friday. However, the team bounced back with a decisive 4-2 score over those same Penguins on Saturday at home, then trounced the Providence Bruins 6-0 on Sunday. The shutout was goaltender Jason LaBarbera's second of the year, and marked the first time this season the Pack had scored six goals. Blair Betts also tallied the club's first three-point night, with a goal and two assists. Chad Wiseman extended his assist streak last night. He's notched a helper in four straight games.

Starting the week, Steve Valiquette and Jason LaBarbera once again stand one and two atop the goaltender's standings, with averages of 1.52 and 1.61 respectively. The team has the second-best penalty killing average in the league at 91.92%, just a hair behind Milwaukee, which has a 91.96% rating.

This week:

This week some Pack players take on a physical challenge from the Gaylord Hospital to partake in some modified sports, before playing three in three starting Friday versus Lowell. The club has a rare weekend away from Hartford, with games in Worcester and Manchester.

Tuesday, November 30 - Gaylord Hospital Visit

Five members of the Wolf Pack head to the Gaylord Rehabilitation Hospital to meet with patients and staff, and participate in a number of modified sports. Players scheduled to participate are: Bryce Lampman, Trevor Gillies, Ryan Hollweg, Jeff MacMillan and Jake Taylor.

Tuesday, November 30 - "Pack Talk" at Little Mark's Big Barbecue on ESPN 1410

This week's guests Craig Weller and Alexandre Giroux will join the voice of the Wolf Pack, Bob Crawford, at Little Mark's Big Barbecue, 279 West Main Street (Route 44) in Avon from 7 to 8:00 p.m. Fans are invited to come down to Little Mark's to participate live, or to listen in on ESPN Radio 1410.

Friday, December 3 vs. Lowell - Hartford Civic Center, 7:05 p.m.

* The Lock Monsters currently sit in 6th place in the Atlantic Division (8-7-1-1) with 18 points

* The Pack have faced Lowell only once this season, a 3-1 win for Hartford back on October 29

* It's Guida's Family Value Night - a family of four can purchase a package for as low as $44 and receive tickets to the game, refreshments and a Wolf Pack souvenir ... call 548-2000 for more information

* It's also the start of the Wolf Pack's Secret Santa promotion, with lucky fans each game getting a visit from Santa along with some special Wolf Pack presents

* Radio - live on ESPN Radio 1410 with Bob Crawford and on the web at: www.hartfordwolfpack.com

Saturday, December 4 at Worcester IceCats - DCU Center, 7:05 p.m.

* As of today, the IceCats are only three points behind the Pack, and are third in the Atlantic Division with a record of 11-6-1-0 ... the club is 10-0-0-0 if leading after two periods ... the team has scored nine goals in a game on two occasions this season - October 23 versus Springfield and again on November 24 against Portland

* The Wolf Pack and IceCats have faced off twice this season in Hartford. The Pack won the first game 2-1 and lost the second contest 4-2

* On the web only: www.hartfordwolfpack.com

Sunday, December 5 at Manchester Monarchs - Verizon Wireless Arena, 4:05 p.m.

* As of today, the Monarchs are on an 11-game unbeaten streak ... they haven't lost at home ... the club boasts three of the top five scorers in the AHL with Yanick Lehoux (14-19-33), Michael Cammalleri (17-15-32) and Tom Kostopoulos (10-18-28) ... Manchester has the best powerplay in the league (21.85%)

* Defensively, Manchester and Hartford are number one and two in goals against per game ... Manchester averages 1.74, Hartford 1.79

* Radio - live on ESPN Radio 1410 with Bob Crawford and on the web: www.hartfordwolfpack.com

Injuries:

Garth Murray (broken right thumb) - day to day
Jeff Hamilton (sprained right ankle) - day to day
Jake Taylor (fractured cheek/orbital/nose) - day to day
Martin Grenier (broken right thumb) - out 4-5 weeks

Recent Transactions:

Wednesday, November 24, 2004 - Wolf Pack recall Dwight Helminen from Charlotte
Thursday, November 25, 2004 - Wolf Pack assign Ryan Cuthbert to Charlotte

Looking Ahead:

It's gift-buying time, and what better present for the hockey fan, than Wolf Pack merchandise? On December 11, the club hosts its annual "White Sale" blowout of team-related merchandise. The Pack has its second Scout Night on Sunday, December 12 versus Worcester and on December 18, the club hosts its annual "Get A Gift" Night with special concert guests "Bowling for Soup", who will perform pre-game and during intermissions.

The 96.5 TIC Acoustic Café -Volume IV CD to benefit the Wolf Pack Community Foundation makes a great Christmas gift! Pick one up at a Strawberries or FYE locations in Connecticut, Big Y World Class Market locations in Connecticut and Massachusetts, FootPrints Family Super Shoe Store in Newington or the Hartford Wolf Pack store. CD's are only $9.65 and contain a voucher for a free Wolf Pack ticket (value $16.50). A great holiday gift!

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