KALAMAZOO, Michigan – A 29-save shutout performance from goaltender Joel Martin led the Kalamazoo Wings (13-15-1-1) past the Cincinnati Cyclones (15-13-0-4) by a 3-0 final score in front of 2,795 at Wings Stadium on Saturday night.

The Wings broke the scoreless deadlock at the 14:50 mark of the opening period as Dane Fox redirected a shot from Eric Kattelus past Cyclones goalie Rob Madore (L, 30 saves, 8-8-0-3) to make it 1-0. Kalamazoo would hold the slim edge heading into the first intermission.

Matt Caria extended the Wings' advantage two a pair by finishing off an odd-man rush with Curtis Valk with his seventh goal of the season at 7:45 of the middle period. And despite having a pair of power plays in the frame, Cincinnati found itself down 2-0 after 40 minutes.

The final period continued with a defensive flavor, with the Cyclones attempting to find the net for the first time. Still without a goal in the last minute, Cincinnati pulled Madore in an attempt to rally, however Sacha Guimond would get credit for an empty-net goal as the puck was guided by a Cyclones defender into his own net. Joel Martin (W, 29 saves, 10-8-1-1) remained perfect as well to earn his second blanking of the season.

The Cyclones will be back on the ice at U.S. Bank Arena on Wednesday, January 14 when they play host to the Evansville IceMen! The first 1,000 adults through the gates will receive an exclusive Cyclones t-shirt. Plus, all fans 21+ can enjoy $1 beers all night long! Call 513.421.PUCK to secure your seats and for more details. Fans can also get the latest team updates throughout the season on Facebook, Twitter (@CincyCyclones), and Instagram!

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