York Earns Second Shutout as 'Blades Win Fifth Straight

ESTERO, FL – Allen York earned his second shutout of the season stopping all 21 shots faced as the Florida Everblades defeated the Gwinnett Gladiators 2-0 to extend their winning streak to five games.After a scoreless first period, the Everblades (11-2-0-1, 23 pts) managed to score the game’s first goal on a perfectly executed play on the power play at 9:35 of the second period.

Florida’s Mike Little directed a pass from the blue line to Cameron Burt at the right wing circle.  Burt immediately delivered the puck across the ice to Mitch Wahl at the left wing circle.  Wahl capped off the quick passing play by wristing a shot behind Gwinnett goaltender Mark Guggenberger for the goal.

The ‘Blades outshot the Gladiators 17-3 in the middle frame, and took the 1-0 advantage into the second break.

The Everblades and goaltender Allen York went into shutdown mode in the third period to keep the Gladiators scoreless.   Florida received an empty-net insurance goal from Adam Brace in the game’s final minute to secure the 2-0 shutout victory.

York recorded his second shutout of the season stopping all 21 shots faced, and extended his win streak to eight games.  Guggenberger takes the loss despite a solid outing in goal allowing just one goal on 28 shots faced.

The Everblades will hit the road for a four-game road set which begins on Friday, November 28 at Wheeling. Game time is set for 7:35 p.m.

GAME NOTES:  Mike Little extended his point streak to eight games after posting two assists tonight.  Little’s streak began back on November 1, and he has collected 11 points (2g, 9a) during this stretch…Mitch Wahl has now registered the game-winning goal in two straight games.

Broadcast Information: Fans can listen to the game online at TheIslandFM,net   or watch the game online at ECHL.TV

Upcoming Home Games & Promotions

Wednesday December 10, 7:30 p.m. vs. Elmira Jackals -- Fans can enjoy $2 drafts, $2 Wines, and $2 hot dogs in the concourse all night long!  Wednesday games are alsoCollege Nights!  Students can receive a game ticket for just $5 with free parking when they present their College I.D.Friday, December 12, 7:30 p.m. vs. Indy Fuel -- Community Service Night! .

Saturday, December 13, 7:00 p.m. vs. Indy Fuel -- Annual Teddy Bear Toss, presented by IBERIABANK! Fans are encouraged to bring a new or gently used stuffed animal to the game.  When the Everblades score their first goal, fans may throw those stuffed toys onto to the ice to celebrate!  The teddy bears and stuffed animals will be rounded up and delivered to local children's charities across the area for the Holidays.  This is one of the biggest events of the year, so come be a part of it!

Ticket InformationGame Tickets: Everblades tickets may be purchased at the Century Link Box Office located at Germain Arena, or at any Ticketmaster outlet, or online atwww.ticketmaster.comDiscounted Group Tickets: Bring your group of 10 or more to a game at a discounted price, and also receive an Everblades souvenir! Group tickets are available for all home games. For more information on group tickets, call 239-948-7825.

2014-15 Ticket Packages are currently on sale!  12-game, and 24-game options are also available! All packages save you money from the box office price, and come with many great benefits.  For more information call  239-948-7825, or stop by the Everblades Main Office located at Germain Arena, Monday—Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.