Florida Everblades Weekly Release: November 14, 2016

Overall Record: 10-0-1-0 (21 pts) 1st in the South DivisionLast Week’s Record: 4-0-0-0 (8 pts.)Last 10: 9-0-1-0Home: 5-0-1-0, 11 ptsRoad:  5-0-0-0, 10 ptsLeague Standings: CLICK HERE Last Week’s Results

Tuesday, Nov 8:  Florida – 2  at  Atlanta – 1Daniel Altshuller stopped 24 of 25 shots to help the ‘Blades close out a tight 2-1 win over the Gladiators.  Levko Koper’s second period tally proved to be the difference maker.

Friday, Nov 11:  Florida – 6  at  Atlanta – 5Florida used six different goal scorers to slip past the Gladiators in a wild 6-5 victory on Friday. In addition, the game featured 11 different goal scorers combined. Six Everblades players finished with two-points.  Florida posted a season-high 21 shots in the second period.

Saturday, Nov.12:  Florida - 2 at  Greenville - 1 (OT)Michael Ferrantino’s goal at 1:31 into overtime sealed a close one-goal victory for Florida.   Both Daniel Altshuller (26 saves) and Jeff Malcolm (33 saves) were stellar in the contest for their respective clubs.

Sunday, Nov,13: Florida – 6 at Greenville – 2Mike Aviani finished with a goal and three assists to help pace the Everblades to a 6-2 victory to close out the road trip.  After trailing 2-0 in the second period, Florida rattled off six unanswered goals to complete the road trip with a 4-0 mark, and extending their unbeaten streak to 10-0-1-0.'Blades Bites

• The Everblades have outshot their opponent in all 11 games this season.
• Florida  ranks first in the league with a 37.09 shots-per-game average, and second with a 25.09 shots against-per-game average.
• The Everblades are first in the ECHL with a 1.82 goals-against per game average.
• Levko Koper is tied for first in the league among rookies with two game-wining goals.
• Daniel Altshuller is second in the ECHL with a 1.59 goals-against-average, while Anthony Peters ranks fifth with a 2.01 goals-against-average.
• Matt Berry saw his point-scoring streak end at seven games in this past Tuesday’s win at Atlanta. Berry totaled 11 points (3g, 8a) during this stretch which ran from Oct. 14 to Nov.5.  Berry has opened the year with at least a five-game point streak in each of the past two seasons (2015-16 w/ Utah).

The Past Week's Roster Moves 

November 9, 2016DELETE, Jordan Samuels-Thomas (F) -- Loaned to San Diego (AHL)November 12, 2016DELETE, Josh Wesley (D) -- Reassigned by Carolina (NHL) to Charlotte (AHL)Everblades Team LeadersPoints: Matt Berry (14)Goals:  John McCarron, Levko Koper, Matt Berry (5)Assists: Matt Berry (9)Plus/Minus:  Matt Mackenzie (+12)Penalty Minutes: Dalton Smith (26)Power Play Goals:  Several players tied (1)Shorthanded Goals:  N/AShots: Matt Berry (39)Wins: Anthony Peters (6)Save %: Daniel Altshuller (.929)GAA: Daniel Altshuller (1.59)Power Play: 17th, 5-for-31, (16.1%)Penalty Kill:  10th, 25-of-29 (86.2%)

This Week's Opponents

Greenville Swamp Rabbits (3-3-2-0, 8 pts)Greenville at Florida on Friday, November 18, 7:30 p.m.

The Swamp Rabbits entered the week unbeaten in five of their last six games.  Florida has won all four meetings against the Swamp Rabbits this season.  Goaltender Jeff Malcolm is heating up between the pipes for Greenville, and will certainly pose a threat to the 'Blades should he get the start on Friday.  Forward Brandon Alderson leads the team with four goals and scored on Sunday against the 'Blades.

Greenville Team LeadersPoints: Angelo Miceli, Allan McPherson, Joe Houk, Brandon Alderson (5)Goals: Brandon Alderson (4)Assists: Allan McPherson, Joe Houk (4)Plus/Minus: Joe Houk, Paul Zanette (+4)Penalty Minutes: Justin DaSilva (14)Power Play Goals: Brandon Alderson (1)Shorthanded Goals: N/A (0)Shots:Justin DaSilva (19)Wins:  Brandon Halverson (3)Save %: Brandon Halverson (.943)GAA: Brandon Halverson (1.70)Power Play: 27th, 1-for-32, (3.1%)Penalty Kill: 6th, 29-of-33, (87.9%)

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Missouri Mavericks (3-7-0-1, 7 pts)Missouri at Florida on Saturday, November 19, 7:00 p.m.

The Everblades and Mavericks will meet in their first ever match-up on Saturday. The Mavericks ride into town as the reigning Brabham Cup winner from last season by posting a league-best 109 regular season points.  However, collecting points has been a tough feat for the Mavs in the early season. The team enters the week having dropped its last two contests. However,  Missouri does bring a talented forward in Dane Fox who leads the team in points and goals. Former Everblade Jesse Graham leads the Mavericks with eight assists.  Graham appeared in 23 regular season games, and 12 postseason contests for the Everblades during the 2014-15 season.

Missouri Team LeadersPoints: Dane Fox (10)Goals: Dane Fox, Lucas Lofquist, Sam Povorozniouk (4)Assists: Jesse Graham (8)Plus/Minus: Lucas Lofquist (+2)Penalty Minutes: Tyler Elbrecht (32)Power Play Goals: Brandon Alderson (1)Shorthanded Goals: N/A (0)Shots:Dane Fox (35)Wins:  Josh Robinson (2)Save %: Eamon MacAdam (.911)GAA: Eamon MacAdam (2.86)Power Play: 22nd, 7-for-67, (10.4%)Penalty Kill: 11th, 37-of-43, (86.0%)

Everblades 2016-17 Broadcast Information 

Catch all of the exciting action of Everblades hockey on WJBX News, Talk & More on 101.5-FM, 104.3-FM, 770-AM on the radio waves, or listen for free online CLICK HERE

Fans may also watch the games on a subscription basis on ECHL.TVUpcoming Everblades Home Games & PromotionssFriday, November 18 vs. Greenville, 7:30 p.m. – Harry Potter Night!  Harry Potter themed music, activities and videos throughout the night!  Come dressed as your favorite Harry Potter character.   Kids also eat free in the Breakaway Sports Pub with the purchase of adult entree.

Saturday, November 19 vs. Missouri, 7:00 p.m. – Swampee's Birthday!  Joins us for Swampee's birthday with all of his mascot friends!  Join us from 5-7p.m. for the pregame tailgate featuring live music and bounce houses for the kids!  The first 500 fans will receive free ice cream courtesy of Molly Moos!Ticket InformationIndividual Game Tickets  May be purchased online via Ticketmaster CLICK HERE.or at the Florida Community Bank Box Office located at Germain Arena.  Box Office hours are Monday thru Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (open through start of game on all game days). 

2016-17 Season Ticket Plans Now Available!  Full and flexible partial season ticket plans are currently available for the 2016-17 season. We offer several tickets packages designed to help fit your budget and schedule.

Special Offer!  Purchase any new ticket package for the 2016-17 season, and receive a $20 gift card from Ford's Garage!  Locations include Cape Coral, Downtown Fort Myers and Miromar Outlets in Estero.

For more information, call 239-948-7825, or stop by the team’s main office located at Germain Arena from Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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