Gameday Magazine: Jackals at Everblades Saturday, December 10, 2016

Who: Florida Everblades (15-3-1-2) vs. Elmira Jackals (5-12-4-0)Where: Germain ArenaWhen: 7:00 p.m.Tickets: Purchase Now Online CLICK HERE, or at the Florida Community Bank Box OfficeSeason Series:  Florida leads 2-0-0All-Time Series:  Florida leads 15-6-2Radio Broadcast:  WJBX (101.5-FM, 104.3-FM, 770-AM)Internet Radio:  Free online stream courtesy of WJBX  CLICK HEREInternet TV Broadcast:  ECHL.TV,  CLICK HERESpecial Promotions: Annual IBERIABANK Teddy Bear Toss!  Fans are encouraged to bring a new teddy bear or stuffed animal to the game to throw onto the ice when the Everblades score their first goal.   All of the teddy bears will be rounded up and delivered to local children's charities for the holidays!  The team will wear special "ugly sweater" jerseys (pictured below) which will be auctioned off following the game.About Tonight’s Game: This evening’s ECHL match up features the Florida Everblades (15-3-1-2, 33 pts) and the Elmira Jackals (5-12-4-0, 14 pts).  Tonight is the third and final meeting between the two clubs this week.  Florida has won its last three games and continue to maintain a five-point lead in the South Division over second place Orlando.  The Jackals entered the week on a five-game unbeaten streak, but have dropped both games with the ‘Blades thus far this week, and will certainly be hungry for a win before the close of their Sunshine State road trip.About Friday’s Game: Matt Skoff turned aside all 30 shots faced to earn his first career shutout as the Everblades edged the Jackals 1-0 at Germain Arena.   The lone goal of the game came while the Everblades were on the penalty kill. Rookie forward Michael Ferrantino intercepted the puck and carved a shot just outside the crease that slipped past Elmira netminder Andy Iles for the shorthanded tally.About the Everblades:  Following a stellar night in net last night, Matt Skoff will once again get the start in goal for Florida…Michael Kirkpatrick’s points and assists streaks were snapped last night at eight games.  Kirkpatrick’s 8-game streaks set a team best this season…Florida is second on the penalty kill at home at 92.3% (36-for-39). Last night the ‘Blades killed off all seven Elmira power plays last night, including two shortened 5-on-3 power play attempts.

Everblades Team LeadersPoints: Michael Kirkpatrick (22)Goals:  John McCarron, Brendan O'Donnell (10)Assists: Michael Kirkpatrick (15)Plus/Minus:  Matt Mackenzie (+12)**Penalty Minutes: Dalton Smith (26)Power Play Goals:  John McCarron (3)Shorthanded Goals:  Four players tied (1)Shots: Matt Berry, Brendan O'Donnell (67)Wins: Anthony Peters (10)Save %:  Daniel Altshuller (0.923)**GAA: Daniel Altshuller (1.80)**Power Play: 21st, 9-for-73, (12.3%)Penalty Kill:  9th, 59-of-69 (85.5%)** Denotes player currently called up to AHL

About the Jackals:   Despite a solid effort in goal by former Everblade Andy Illes last night, it is expected that Elmira will continue its game-by-game rotation of goaltenders and Jason Kasdorf will start this evening… Sebastien Sylvestre continues to lead the Jackals in scoring with 13 points…Last night the Jackals outshot the ‘Blades 30-27. It marked just the third time all season that the Everblades had been outshot in game.

Jackals Team LeadersPoints:  Sebastien Sylvestre (13)Goals:  Kenton Miller (7)Assists:  Sebastien Sylvestre, (8)Plus/Minus:   J.P. LaFontaine (+9)Penalty Minutes:  Sebastien Sylvestre (27)Power Play Goals:   Kenton Miller, Kyle Rankin (2)Shorthanded Goals:  Kenton Miller (2)Shots:  Mike Radja (49)Wins:  Jason Kasdorf, John Muse (2)**Save %:  John Muse (0.925)**GAA:  John Muse (2.78)**Power Play:  10th, 12-for-64 (18.8%)Penalty Kill:  16th, 58-of-70 (82.9%)** Denotes player currently called up to AHLUpcoming Home Games & PromotionsFriday, December 16 vs. Atlanta, 7:30 p.m. – Skate with Santa Night!  There will be a post game skate for fans with Santa!  Skate rentals will be available for $3, or fans are welcome to bring their own.  Kids eat FREE in the Breakaway Sports Pub with the purchase of an adult entree!

Saturday, December 17 vs. Atlanta, 7:00 p.m. – Star Wars Night!  First 1000 fans will receive FREE lightsabers!  Tailgate party featuring live music and bounce houses for the kids!

Ticket Information

Game Tickets: Everblades tickets may be purchased at the Florida Community Bank Box Office located at Germain Arena, or at any Ticketmaster outlet, or online atwww.ticketmaster.com

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.

Discounted Group Tickets: Bring your group of 10 or more to a game at a discounted price, and you may also receive an Everblades souvenir! Group tickets are available for all home games. For more information on group tickets, call 239-948-7825.

 This release courtesy of Fort Myers Technical College & Cape Coral Technical CollegeThe Everblades are the proud ECHL affiliateof the NHL's Carolina Hurricanes###