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2/22/2012

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Glads Blank Warriors 3-0
Friday, February 03, 2012

DULUTH, GA - Netminder Jeff Jakaits silenced the Greenville Road Warriors with a 33 save performance in a 3-0 shutout on Friday night at the Arena at Gwinnett Center. The Gladiators regain sole possession of first place in the Eastern Conference with 58 points on the year. In the win, forward Andy Brandt played his 263rd game as a Gwinnett Gladiator, setting a team record for most games played by a Gwinnett Gladiator in team history.

The Gladiators jumped ahead 1:08 into the first period with the opening marker from Justin Milo. Milo beat Road Warrior netminder Jason Missiaen over the shoulder for the goal. Nikita Kashirsky took a backhanded shot just inside the crease, where Milo picked it up and put it in the net. Pat Galivan collected the other assist for Gwinnett. Kashisrky extended his point-scoring streak for a team season high of nine consecutive games for the Gladiators.

At 13:20 into the middle period, Gladiator defenseman Dallas Jackson took his time along the blue line on the power play before he found his spot at the point. He ripped the puck through traffic in front of the net for the second goal of the game. Galivan notched his second assist of the night giving him 30 points on the season. Gwinnett held on to the 2-0 advantage to end the middle period.

Milo collected his second goal of the night for the Gladiators second power-play goal at 5:33 into the final period. Milo took the shot at a bad angle but was able to beat Missiaen to give Gwinnett their third marker of the game. Milo’s pair of goals gave him his first multiple goal games of the 2011-12 season. Tyler Murovich had the assist.

Gwinnett played well defensively throughout the night and helped Jakaitis collect his fifth shut out of the season. He tied his career season best for most shutouts in a single season for the goaltender. Jakaitis had 33 saves in the win, and continues to add to the record for most shut outs for a Gwinnett Gladiator.



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Silk Tie Deal Tonight
Friday, February 03, 2012

The Gladiators Merchandise Department is offering a great deal at tonight’s game with our Deal of the Night! The Gladiators Silk Tie is ONLY $20! This super stylish and high quality SILK tie is the perfect Gladiators business accessory! Available in either Vegas Gold or Garnet, the tie features the Gladiators crest logo in a tiled print. Don’t miss your chance to snag this awesome item at an amazing price! Visit the Team Store outside of Section 122 (or the Clearance Kiosk outside Section 104) to get yours.



GLADIATORS GAME WORN JERSEY RAFFLE: The Gladiators annual Game Worn Jersey Raffle continues through the month of February! Raffle tickets are only $1 (or 6 tickets for $5) and can be purchased at the Gladiators Main Merchandise Store (outside Section 122) or at the Gladiators Clearance Kiosk (outside Section 104) tonight. For the month of February, Gladiators forward Aaron Bendickson’s jersey is up for raffle. The winner will be drawn on March 1st and contacted by the office.



Also - Version 3 of our Team Headshot Poster is NOW AVAILABLE! Don’t miss this chance to snag an updated photo list of the current Gladiators roster as well as the Action Photo poster on the back featuring Gladiators goaltender Jeff Jakaitis. These collectible posters are made in limited quantities, so once they’re sold out - they’re gone! Don’t miss your chance to pick up the poster at the Team Store located outside of Section 122.



Finally - don’t forget to stop by our Clearance Kiosk! NEW ITEMS have just been added to the selection, so there are tons of new budget friendly Gladiators treats to check out! Plus - get a free gift with any purchase at the kiosk!



Bendickson Raffle Begins Fri.
Wednesday, February 01, 2012

Congratulations to Jeff Englot - winner of the Corey Fienhage Game Worn Jersey raffle for January. Starting at this weekend’s games, Glads Fans will have the chance to purchase raffle tickets for Aaron Bendickson’s Game Worn Jersey!

For our fans who may not have the means to participate in our jersey auctions, this is a great way to potentially win a jersey! NEW THIS YEAR: Raffle tickets are now only $1 or six tickets for $5 and can be purchased at the Gladiators Merchandise Store outside of Section 122, the Gladiators Clearance Kiosk outside of Section 104, or from the Jersey Raffle Seller that will be roaming the concourse at Gladiators home games. Each jersey will be raffled off over the course of a month.

THE SCHEDULE OF THE RAFFLE IS AS FOLLOWS:
COREY FIENHAGE: January
AARON BENDICKSON: February
ANDY BRANDT: March
The winner will be drawn and contacted on February 1st, March 1st, and March 19th. Jerseys WILL NOT be available for pick-up until the Gladiators season (both regular and post) has completed.

The remaining white set of jerseys will be auctioned off in an on-going silent jersey auction during the month of March. We understand that sometimes our fans can’t make the date we pick for our live auction, so with this in mind, we’ve created a silent auction that will start Friday, March 3rd and run through the end of the 2nd intermission at the Friday, March 16th game.

A list of jerseys available will be posted here shortly before the raffle begins at the beginning of March. Another web story will be run at the time. Bids start at $250 and increase in increments of $10. If, at the end of the silent auction, two bidders are locked in a bidding war, the auction will go live with bidding continuing amongst the two until a winner is determined. As the table will likely move around the lobby over the course of the month depending on how much we have going on during any given game night, please be on the lookout for the Gladiators Jersey Auction table at every home game.

If you have any questions about the jersey auction or raffle please contact Christi Johnson at cjohnson@gwinnettgladiators.com. Also, please stay tuned for further announcements on additional jersey auctions.

*The Gladiators reserve the right to alter the jersey raffle schedule at any point.


Clackson to Houston Again
Wednesday, February 01, 2012

Chris Clackson has been recalled to the Houston Aeros and makes his third appearance in the American Hockey League this season. Clackson returns to Houston after he was assigned to the Gladiators on January 29th.

Clackson appeared in four games with the Aeros and earned an assist in his first appearance with Houston this season. It was his second trip to the AHL this season after he skated in one game with Rochester in October. He has one assist in five AHL games this season.

The 6-foot-1, 205-pound winger had earned 22 points (nine goals, 13 assists) in 31 games with the Gladiators this season. Clackson currently leads the Gladiators with a +14 plus/minus rating.

Clackson split time with Greenville, Cincinnati and Rochester last season. He had four points (two goals, two assists) in 17 games in the AHL with Rochester. He earned 13 points (five goals, eight assists) in 27 games with Cincinnati and had 11 points (five goals, six assists) in 19 games with Greenville last season.

The Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania native appeared in two games but did not register a point for Adirondak after his senior season at Western Michigan University in 2009-10. In four collegiate seasons as a Bronco, Clackson earned 36 points (19 goals, 17 assists) in 129 career collegiate games from 2006-2010.

The Gladiators are the ECHL Affiliate of the Buffalo Sabres and the Phoenix Coyotes of the National Hockey League and are members of the ECHL, the Premier "AA" Hockey League and play all home games at the 11,355-seat Arena at Gwinnett Center, located just off I-85 on Sugarloaf Parkway in Duluth.

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Glads Weekly for 1/30
Monday, January 30, 2012

The Gwinnett Gladiators enter the week in sole possession of first place in the ECHL’s Eastern Conference after posting a pair of win over Elmira and knocking off the Trenton Titans. Gwinnett sits two points ahead of the Greenville Road Warriors and Elmira Jackals in first place in the conference. The Gladiators have earned 56 points in 45 games this season and own a 23-12-7-3 record on the season.


The Week’s Schedule:

Monday, 1/30: Day Off
Tuesday, 1/31: 10:30 a.m. - Practice at Duluth Ice Forum
Wednesday, 2/1: 10:30 a.m. - Practice at Duluth Ice Forum
Thursday, 2/2: 10:30 a.m. - Practice at Duluth Ice Forum
Friday, 2/3: 7:35 p.m. - vs. Greenville Road Warriors
Saturday, 2/4: 7:05 p.m. - vs. Greenville Road Warriors
Sunday, 2/5: Day Off

Greenville Road Warriors Preview:
Gwinnett will host the Road Warriors for another pair of back to back games with first place in the South Division on the line. Gwinnett currently sits two points ahead of Greenville, but has played one more game that the Road Warriors this season. Except for a Gladiators 4-2 loss on October 22nd at home, the home team has won all the other games in this series Greenville is led in scoring by Justin Bowers who has 57 points (14 goals, 43 assists) on the season and lead the Road Warriors in scoring against Gwinnett with 12 points. Nikita Kashirsky has earned 10 points for Gwinnett against the Road Warriors this season.

Last Week’s Results:

Thursday, January 26: Gwinnett Gladiators 4, Elmira Jackals 3 - W
Justin Milo set a new season high with four assists for the Gwinnett Gladiators in a 4-3 victory over the Elmira Jackals on Thursday night at the Arena at Gwinnett Center. Pat Galivan had the game-winner with the help of Dallas Jackson and Milo in the second period. Tyler Murovich collected three assists in the win.

Saturday, January 28: Gwinnett Gladiators 4, Elmira Jackals 1 - W
The Gwinnett Gladiators had a solid 4-1 victory over the Elmira Jackals on Saturday night at the Arena at Gwinnett Center. Forward Brian Brutlag collected three assists in the win. Justin Milo notched a goal and an assist to continue a four-game point scoring streak for the Glads.

Sunday, January 29: Gwinnett Gladiators 4, Trenton Titans 1 - W
Gwinnett moved into sole possession of first place in the Eastern Conference in the ECHL with a 4-1 win over the Trenton Titans on Sunday afternoon at the Arena at Gwinnett Center. Pat Galivan notched a pair of goals for Gwinnett in the win while Nikita Kashirsky had two assists to extend his point-scoring streak to eight straight games. Gwinnett got 34 saves from Joe Palmer who made his first start since he was acquired from Reading on January 26th.





News & Notes:

Another to 50: Gladiators forward Pat Galivan notched a pair of goals for the Gladiators in a 4-1 win over the Trenton Titans on Sunday, January 29th. For Galivan, it was his 17th and 18th goals of the season. His 18th goal of the season was also his 50th career goal in a Gladiators uniform becoming the 8th Gladiator in team history to reach the 50 goal plateau with the team. Andy Brandt accomplished the feat earlier this season.

A Streaker! Forward Nikita Kashirsky collected a pair of assists for the Gladiators in a 4-1 win over Trenton on January 29th. With the assists, Kashirsky extended his point scoring streak for the Gladiators to eigth games which ties a team season high for most consecutive games with a least one point. Kashirsky has recorded nine points (three goals, six assists) in his current streak. At eight consecutive games, Kashirsky matches Joey Haddad’s eight game point streak from November 1st through November 18th. The longest point scoring streak this season in the ECHL is 15 games held by Eric Lampe of the Las Vegas Wranglers.

Home Sweet Home: The Gladiators continue to use home ice to their advantage this season. After Sunday’s 4-1 win over Trenton on home ice, the Gladiators have now won eight straight on home ice at the Arena at Gwinnett Center. The last loss for Gwinnett at home was a 3-1 defeat against Florida on December 30th. Gwinnett is now 15-5-0-2 on home ice this season. The eight game home winning streak is the longest home wining streak for Gwinnett since the 2005-06 season when Gwinnett won nine consecutive home games between January 14th and February 17th.

Back from the A: Forward Chris Clackson jumped right back into the Gladiators line up on Sunday after missing the previous four games due to call up to the Houston Aeros of the American Hockey League. Arriving at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on Sunday morning, Clackson had his 9th goal of the season for Gwinnett in the win Sunday afternoon. While on recall to Houston, Clackson posted one assist in four games with the Aeros. He also saw action on one game earlier this season with Rochester but did not register a point in his first AHL action the year.

A helping hand: Forward Justin Milo notched a team season high and a personal career best four assists in the Gladiators 4-3 win over the Elmira Jackals on January 26th. For Milo it was his 5th multiple point game of the season and he now has six multiple point games on the year.

Upcoming Events:

Friday, February 3: Friendly Friday - Get a great deal on a ticket and concessions for one low price! A corner level ticket in section 115 and a hotdog (or a pizza slice) & beverage can be purchased for just $20. Or fans can purchase a corner level ticket in section 115 and a kids meal for only $15. Get more information online at www.gwinnettgladiators.com

Saturday, February 4: $5 Frenzy Night - Fans can purchase a Gladiators Adult or Youth Mesh Replica Jersey for just $5. The Gladiators $5 Frenzy Youth and Adult Mesh Replica Jerseys will be available on a first come, first serve basis. Visit www.gwinnettgladiators.com for complete details on the $5 frenzy.

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Glads Beat Titans 4-1
Sunday, January 29, 2012

The Gwinnett Gladiators moved into sole possession of first place in the ECHL’s Eastern Conference with a 4-1 win over the Trenton Titans on Sunday afternoon at the Arena at Gwinnett Center.

The Gladiators jumped out to a 2-0 lead after the first period. Pat Galivan opened the scoring with his 17th goal of the season whacking the puck past Brad Phillips from point blank range 2:29 into the first period. Dallas Jackson and Nikita Kashirsky collected the assists on the goal for Gwinnett. With the assist, Kashirsky extend his point scoring streak to eight consecutive games.

Galivan’s 18th goal of the season gave Gwinnett a 2-0 lead 11:09 into the first period. Sliding into the slot all alone, Galivan took a pass out of the corner from Kashirsky and beat Phillips for the marker. The marker was Galivan’s 50th as a Gladiator.

Trenton cut the Gladiators lead in half with a shorthanded marker 70 seconds into the second period. Dustin Cameron picked up the goal for Trenton as he beat Joe Palmer over the shoulder to get Trenton on the board.

Cody Brookwell regained the momentum for Gwinnett late in the second period. Jumping into the play from his point position, Brookwell took a centering pass from Joey Haddad out of the corner and redirect the puck past Phillips for the goal. Andy Brandt also had an assist on the goal at 16:27 of the second period.

Chris Clackson’s 9th goal of the season pushed Gwinnett’s lead to 4-1 before the close of the second period. Tyler Murovich found a loose puck in the slot and ripped a quick shot that was deflected by Clackson past Phillips for the goal. David Brownschidle also had an assist on the goal with 2:16 left in the second period for Gwinnett.

The Gladiators return to action on Friday as they host the Greenville Road Warriors at 7:35 p.m. at the Arena at Gwinnett Center.

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Clackson Returns to Gwinnett
Sunday, January 29, 2012

Chris Clackson has been re-assigned to the Gwinnett Gladiators from the Houston Aeros of the American Hockey League. Clackson appeared in four games with the Aeros and earned an assist while on recall to the AHL. It was his second trip to the AHL this season after he skated in one game with Rochester in October. He has one assist in five AHL games this season.

Clackson split time with Greenville, Cincinnati and Rochester last season. He had four points (two goals, two assists) in 17 games in the AHL with Rochester. He earned 13 points (five goals, eight assists) in 27 games with Cincinnati and had 11 points (five goals, six assists) in 19 games with Greenville last season.

The Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania native appeared in two games but did not register a point for Adirondak after his senior season at Western Michigan University in 2009-10. In four collegiate seasons as a Bronco, Clackson earned 36 points (19 goals, 17 assists) in 129 career collegiate games from 2006-2010.

Clackson should be available for the Gladiators for today’s 4:05 p.m. tilt against the Trenton Titans.

The Gladiators are the ECHL Affiliate of the Buffalo Sabres and the Phoenix Coyotes of the National Hockey League and are members of the ECHL, the Premier "AA" Hockey League and play all home games at the 11,355-seat Arena at Gwinnett Center, located just off I-85 on Sugarloaf Parkway in Duluth.

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Glads in First with 4-1 win
Saturday, January 28, 2012

The Gwinnett Gladiators moved into a tie for first place in the Eastern Conference with a 4-1 win over the Elmira Jackals on Saturday night at the Arena at Gwinnett Center. The win was the Gladiators sixth straight on home ice. For the second straight night, the Gladiators took a 2-0 first period lead on the Jackals. Pat Galivan’s 16th goal of the season, a deflection off of Nikita Kashirsky’s slap shot from the right wing circle beat Timo Pielmeier for the marker. Dallas Jackson also had a helper on the goal at 8:13 of the first period giving Gwinnett a 1-0 lead.

A minute and 12 seconds later, Gladiator captain Paul Flache slid just inside the blue line and cranked a one-timer to give Gwinnett a 2-0 advantage at 9:25 into the period. Brian Brutlag and Joey Haddad collected the helpers on the goal.

At the 11:17 mark of the first, Elmira converted on their first power play chance of the game with a goal from Josh Britain who beat Gladiator netminder Jeff Jakaitis over his left shoulder to cut the lead 2-1. Jackals’ leading scorer Dustin Gazely and defenseman Mario Larocque collected the assists on the marker.

The Gladiators ended the opening period on top 2-1 and outshot the Jackals 12-to-6.

The Gladiators started the second period on the power play and Gwinnett capitalized. Just 42 seconds into the power play, Brian Brutlag found Justin Milo along the wall who sent the puck to the front of the cage for Tyler Murovich in the slot. Murovich beat Pielmeir to give the Glads a 3-1 lead.

Gwinnett clamped down defensively throughout the final two periods as the Jackals finished with just 17 shots in the game.

Milo rounded out the scoring for Gwinnett as he sent the puck into the Jackals empty net to seal the win for the Gladiators with 63 seconds left in the game. Milo’s goal and assist helped him continue a four-game point scoring streak. Brutlag collected his second assist on the night on the goal.

Gwinnett will return to the Arena at Gwinnett Center to host the Trenton Titans on Sunday afternoon at 4:05 pm.



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Glads Make Roster Moves
Saturday, January 28, 2012

The Gwinnett Gladiators have acquired goaltender Joe Palmer from the Reading Royals for future considerations. In separate transactions, the Gladiators have claimed forward David Brownschidle off of waivers from the Wheeling Nailers. In addition, Gwinnett has released goaltender Nick Eno.

Palmer has posted a 5-6-3 record in 16 appearances this season with Reading. He earned a 3.16 goals against average and .916 save percentage with the Royals.

He was 10-14-1 in 28 appearances with the Toledo Walleye in the 2010-11 season while notching a 4.17 goals against average and a .870 save percentage. Palmer skated in 32 games with Fort Worth of the Central Hockey League in his rookie campaign in 2009-10. He earned a 13-10-4 record and a .914 save percentage.

Prior to turning pro, Palmer skated three seasons at Ohio State University from 2006-2009. He skated in 71 games with the Buckeyes in his three year collegiate career. He had a collegiate best 2.96 goals against average in the 2006-07 season. The net-minder was drafted by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 4th round of the 2006 NHL entry draft with the 96th overall selection.

Brownschidle joins the Gladiators after he appeared in eight games with the Nailers but did not register a point. The rookie out of Brown University began the season with the Hutsville Havoc of the Southern Professional Hockey League. With Huntsville, Brownschidle earned eight points (four goals, four assists) in 19 games.

In four seasons at Brown from 2007-2011, Brownschidle earned 28 points (14 goals, 14 assists) in 114 career collegiate games.

Brownschidle should be available for the Gladiators for tomorrow’s 7:05 p.m. tilt against the Elmira Jackals at the Arena at Gwinnett Center.

Gwinnett also released goaltender Nick Eno. Eno did not appear in any games while with Gwinnett after he was signed on January 20th.

The Gladiators are the ECHL Affiliate of the Buffalo Sabres and the Phoenix Coyotes of the National Hockey League and are members of the ECHL, the Premier "AA" Hockey League and play all home games at the 11,355-seat Arena at Gwinnett Center, located just off I-85 on Sugarloaf Parkway in Duluth.

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Youth Sweatshirt On Sale!
Saturday, January 28, 2012

The Gladiators Merchandise Department is offering a great deal at today’s game with our Deal of the Day! The Gladiators Youth Pucky Sweatshirt is ONLY $10! This super comfy and too cute sweartshirt is perfect for your little Glads Nation member. They get to support to their heroes, you get to keep them warm! Don’t miss your chance to snag this awesome sweatshirt at an amazing price! Visit the Team Store outside of Section 122 to get yours.



GLADIATORS GAME WORN JERSEY RAFFLE: Don’t forget that the annual Game Worn Jersey Raffle started this month. Raffle tickets are only $1 (or 6 tickets for $5) and can be purchased at the Gladiators Main Merchandise Store (outside Section 122) or at the Gladiators Clearance Kiosk (outside Section 104) tonight. For the month of January, former Gladiators defenseman and Sabres Prospect Corey Fienhage’s jersey is up for raffle. The winner will be drawn on February 1st and contacted by the office. FINAL DAY TO BUY A TICKET FOR THE COREY FIENHAGE JERSEY RAFFLE!!!



Also - Version 3 of our Team Headshot Poster is NOW AVAILABLE! Don’t miss this chance to snag an updated photo list of the current Gladiators roster as well as the Action Photo poster on the back featuring Gladiators goaltender Jeff Jakaitis. These collectible posters are made in limited quantities, so once they’re sold out - they’re gone! Don’t miss your chance to pick up the poster at the Team Store located outside of Section 122.



Finally - don’t forget to stop by our Clearance Kiosk! NEW ITEMS have just been added to the selection, so there are tons of new budget friendly Gladiators treats to check out! Plus - get a free gift with any purchase at the kiosk!