Florida Everblades Weekly Release: October 23, 2017

Overall Record: 4-0-0-0 (8 pts) 1st in the South DivisionLast Week’s Record: 2-0-0-0 (4 pts.)Last 10: 4-0-0-0Home: 2-0-0-0Road:  2-0-0-0League Standings: CLICK HERE Last Week’s Results

Friday, October 20:  Florida - 4 at Atlanta - 2 Mitchell Heard scored twice including one on a penalty shot, to pace the Florida Everblades to a 4-2 victory over the rival Atlanta Gladiators Friday night at the Infinite Energy Arena. The result was also a special one for Everblades head coach Brad Ralph, as he earned his 300th career victory from behind the bench.

Saturday, October 21:  Florida - 5 at Atlanta - 1 Mitchell Heard logged three assists, while rookie goaltender Callum Booth made 27 saves to earn his second career win as the 'Blades defeated Atlanta 5-1 on Saturday. Clark Seymour's power play goal in the second period proved to be the eventual game-winner.  Zack Kamrass who grew up in the Atlanta area, scored a shorthanded empty-net goal..'Blades Bites

• Head coach Brad Ralph earned his 300th career coaching win with Friday's 4-2 victory at Atlanta.   
• Mitchell Heard, Clark Seymour, John McCarron and Michael Kirkpatrick are all riding four-game point streaks.
• The Everblades have scored two power goals in each of the last three games.  
• The Everblades have outscored their opponents 8-2 in the second period of games this season.

Everblades Team LeadersPoints: Mitchell Heard (8)Goals:  Mitchell Heard (3)Assists: Mitchell Heard, Clark Seymour (5)Plus/Minus:  Mitchell Heard (+4)Penalty Minutes: Josiah Didier (17)Power Play Goals:  Several tied (1)Shorthanded Goals: Zack Kamrass, John McCarron (1)Shots: Clark Seymour (15)Wins: Callum Booth, Martin Ouellette (2)Save %:  Callum Booth (.964)GAA: Callum Booth (1.00)Power Play: 5th, 7-for-24 (29.2%)Penalty Kill:  6th, 2-on-23 (91.3%)

Last Week's Roster Moves October 16, 2017DELETE  Paul Russell (F) – Released from SPC

This Week's Opponent

Indy Fuel (1-1-1-0, 3 pts)Indy at Florida on Wednesday, October 25, 7:30 p.m.Indy at Florida on Friday, October 27, 7:30 p.m.Indy at Florida on Saturday, October 28, 7:00 p.m.

The Indy Fuel make just their second trip ever to Germain Arena this week for a three-game set with the 'Blades.  The Fuel will be looking for their first ever win against the Everblades, who have taken all three of the previous head-to-head meetings (All three wins took place back in December of 2014). 

Fuel Team LeadersPoints:  Geoff Walker, Cam Reid (4)Goals:  Geoff Walker (2)Assists:  Cam Reid (4)Plus/Minus:  Several tied (E)Penalty Minutes:  Garrett Clarke (24)Power Play Goals:   Geoff Walker (2)Shorthanded Goals:  None Scored (0)Shots:  Alex Wideman (14)Wins:  Matt Tomkins (1)Save %:  Matt Tomkins (0.935)GAA:  Matt Tomkins (1.85)Power Play:  5th, 5-for-17 (29.4%)Penalty Kill:  23rd, 0-on-13 (100.0%)

Everblades 2017-18 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.TV

Upcoming Home Games & Promotions

Wednesday, October 25 vs. Indy, 7:30 p.m.  $2 Wednesday's!$2 Hot Dogs, Beer and Wines all night long!  College students receive a $5 ticket w/ valid college ID.

Friday, October 27 vs. Indy, 7:30 p.m.  Kids 12 and under eat free in the Breakaway Sports Pub with the purchase of an adult entree. (Promo good for every Friday game this season)

Saturday, October 28 vs. Indy, 7:00 p.m.  "Sweets in the Suites" Kids in Halloween costumes can trick-or-treat in the luxury suites during the first intermission!  There will also be a costume contest during the second intermission.

Ticket Information

2017-18 Ticket Packages are Currently on Sale!  We offer full season and flexible partial plans that will best fit your schedule and budget!  To view pricing and benefits of all available ticket packagesCLICK HERE

SPECIAL OFFER! Purchase a new ticket package for the 2017-18 season and receive a $20 gift card to Ford's Garage!

Discounted Group Tickets: Bring your group of 10 or more to a game at a discounted price!  Group tickets are available for all home games. Fundraising opportunities are also available. For more information on group tickets, call 239-948-7825, or stop by the Everblades offices at Germain Arena Monday thru Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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