Cyclones Weekly Release - Dec 22-28
THIS PAST WEEK:
About Wednesday Night vs. Greenville: A 22-save performance from goaltender Jason Missiaen and a two-point night from Josh Nicholls helped lift the Road Warriors to a 3-0 win over the Cyclones in front of 3,002 at U.S. Bank Arena. It was the first time all year that Cincinnati was held off the scoreboard.
About Friday Night vs. Elmira: An early third period goal by Brodie Reid broke a 2-2 tie and turned out to be the game winner as the Jackals defeated the Cyclones by a 3-2 final score in front of 3,054 at U.S. Bank Arena. Stephan Vigier notched his second multi-goal game of the season with a pair of goals.
About Saturday Night vs. Elmira: A 23-save performance from Rob Madore and a two-point night for Kevin Sullivan highlighted a 2-0 win for the Cyclones over the Jackals in front of 2,893 at U.S. Bank Arena. It was the third time this season that the Cyclones have blanked an opponent.
THIS WEEK’S GAME SCHEDULE:
Friday, December 26 at Indy, 7:35pm ET
Saturday, December 27 at Indy, 7:35pm ET
SHOTS FROM THE POINT:
Post-Christmas Showdown: After enjoy the holiday break, the Cyclones will be back on the ice this weekend as they visit the Indy Fuel for a two-game series beginning this Friday night. Both games are set to begin at 7:35pm from the Indiana Farmers Coliseum, with pregame coverage getting underway at 7:15pm ET! Fans can also WATCH the game live via ECHL.TV by going to the Game Time Sports Bar and Grill in Cheviot for our Coors Light Cyclones Viewing Party!
Shooting Shutdown: The Cyclones have continued to stifle their opponents in the shots on net department. Coming into the week, they rank fourth-best in the ECHL by allowing an average of 26.79 shots per game. In fact, Cincy hasn't allowed its opponent to reach the 30-shot plateau in any of the last five games.
Cy-Closers: Cincinnati has been nearly unbeatable when pulling ahead after two periods of play. In such situations this season, the Cyclones are an impressive 9-1-0-1 - the third most of any team in the North Division.
Pucks & Pinot - Monday, December 29: Make plans to be with us next Monday, December 29 for our latest Pucks & Pinot pregame wine tasting event!! For just $35, you'll receive a game ticket, a sampling of eight delicious wines, three mouthwatering appetizers, and enjoy live music from The Tillers in the All Access Bar & Grill - which overlooks the ice at U.S. Bank Arena. Plus, you'll take home a commemorative etched glass! But don't delay, call 513.421.PUCK to reserve your space while they last!