Genesis Mallard Jersey Auction Raises $19,275 for Genesis Flu Free QC Program; Leroux Jersey Draws $1,500 High Bid
MOLINE, Ill. (January 31, 2015) - The Quad City Mallards teamed with the Genesis Health Services Foundation and KWQC TV6 to raise $19,275 for the Genesis Flu Free QC program through a game-worn jersey auction after the Mallards' game against the Brampton Beast at the iWireless Center.
The "old school" style jerseys worn by the Mallards Saturday night in their 3-1 win over the Beast went up for bid in a live auction immediately following the contest. The jersey of Mallards forward Paxton Leroux went for the evening's high bid of $1,500.
Over the last 20 years, Mallards jersey auctions have raised over $800,000 to benefit Genesis Health System charities. Tonight's event was the first of the Mallards' two Genesis jersey auctions this season. Another one-of-a-kind set of game worn jerseys will be auctioned off following the Mallards' Saturday, March 14 game against the Wichita Thunder.
Saturday night's auction was conducted by Stenzel Auction Service, a family owned business that has been providing auction and appraisal services for over 50 years. More information on Stenzel Auction Service and be found at www.stenzelauction.com.THIS WEEK
Tuesday, February 3, 7:05 p.m.
Independence Events Center, Independence
Quad City Mallards vs. Missouri Mavericks
Friday, February 6, 7:05 p.m.
iWireless Center, Moline
Wichita Thunder vs. Quad City Mallards
Saturday, February 7, 7:05 p.m.
iWireless Center, Moline
Wichita Thunder vs. Quad City Mallards
Sunday, February 8, 4:05 p.m.
Independence Events Center, Independence
Quad City Mallards vs. MIssouri Mavericks
LAST WEEK
Wednesday, January 28
Wichita 4 Quad City 2
Friday, January 30
Quad City 3 Wichita 1
Saturday, January 31
Quad City
20-15-6, 46 points
tied 2nd place, Central Division
Coach: Terry Ruskowski
Missouri
17-19-4, 40 points
6th place, Central Division
Coach: Richard Matvichuk
Wichita
20-17-6, 46 points
tied 2nd place, Central Division
Coach: Kevin McClelland
QUACK TRACKS
Back-to-Back
The Mallards' 3-1 defeats of Wichita last Friday and Brampton last Saturday were the club's first back-to-back wins of 2015. The Mallards last won consecutive games when they followed a 7-5 win in Fort Wayne on December 29 with a 3-0 shutout victory on December 31 in Evansville.
Deadlocked
The Mallards are tied with Wichita and Tulsa for second place in the ECHL's Central Division. The Mallards have two games in hand on the Thunder and three games in hand on the Oilers.
2015
The Mallards went 4-5-1 in January.
You Again
After splitting a home-and-home series with Wichita last week, the Mallards will make it four meetings in 11 days with the Thunder when Wichita returns to the iWireless Center Friday and Saturday.
Red Light District
After giving up just one goal in each of their two wins last weekend and allowing two goals or fewer in four of their last five games, the Mallards have climbed to fourth in the ECHL in goals against per game (2.7). They rank twelfth in goals scored per game (3.1).
Special Teams
The Mallards scored two power play goals in each of their three games last week while going 6-for-12 over those three contests. They now rank fourteenth in the ECHL on the power play (18.1 percent). The Mallards have killed off their foes' last 12 power plays and have survived 21 of their opponents' last 22 man advantages to move to fifth in the league in penalty killing.
Super Mario
Mario Lamoureux has ten points (three goals and seven assists) in his last seven games. With the first of his two assists in last Friday's win in Wichita, Lamoureux became the first Mallard to reach 40 points this season. Lamoureux is tied for eighth in the ECHL in assists (28).
Finn-tastic
Antti Pusa has eight points (three goals and five assists) in his last nine games.
No Ordinary Joe
By scoring twice last Wednesday against Wichita, rookie Joe Perry reached 20 goals for the season. Perry is tied for eighth in the ECHL in goals (20).
Between the Pipes
Parker Milner made 30 saves in last Friday's win in Wichita and has now allowed three goals or fewer in 19 of 21 games this season. Milner ranks second in the ECHL in save percentage (.922) and fourth in goals against average (2.35). Evan Mosher is tied for sixth in save percentage (.916).
Milestones
Darren McMillan reached 197 career points...Kevin Baker has 297 career assists...Matt Duffy has 98 career assists.
Head to Head
The Mallards have gone 3-4-0 against the Thunder this season and 1-2-0 at home. All-time, the Mallards have gone 9-16-1 against the Thunder and 4-7-1 at the iWireless Center... The Mallards have gone 1-3-2 against the Mavs this year and 1-2-1 at Independence Events Center. All-time, the Mallards have posted a 17-23-2 overall record against the Mavericks and have gone 7-11-1 on the road against Missouri.
Ins and Outs
Paxton Leroux (upper body injury) returned last Wednesday against Wichita after missing six games and then missed last Saturday's game against Brampton...Evan Haney (upper body injury) has missed three games...Johnny Rogic (upper body injury) has missed two games...Logan Nelson (upper body injury) missed last Saturday's game against Brampton.
UPCOMING HOME GAMES
Friday, February 6, 7:05 p.m.- Mallards vs. Wichita Thunder
$1 Dog/$1 Beer Friday presented by 97X and MetroLINK
Fans again this season can enjoy $1 hot dogs and beers from iWireless Center concession stands during all Friday home games. 97X will follow in the spirit of the evening by presenting hot dog-themed intermission entertainment. The Mallards have once again partnered with Metro to provide transit service between Augustana College and downtown Moline during all Friday home games. Students can catch the Route 10 on campus via 7th Avenue to and from the games, with the Route 10 dropping students off near campus or at the District after games. Students can then hop on the Route 53 from the District back to Augustana until 3 a.m. As part of Metro's unlimited ride program, Augustana riders can use their Augustana ID as their fare. Fans can visit www.gogreenmetro.com or www.facebook.com/53and59 for more information.
Saturday, February 7, 7:05 p.m.- Mallards vs. Wichita Thunder
Youth Jersey Giveaway Presented by Scott County Family Y and Two Rivers YMCA
The first 1,000 fans 12 and under through the doors for Saturday's game against the Thunder will receive free Mallards youth replica jerseys courtesy of Scott County Family Y and Two Rivers YMCA.
R.I.A. Federal Credit Union Canned Food Drive
Saturday night will also see the Mallards team with R.I.A. Federal Credit Union for a canned food drive. Fans who bring four canned food items to the iWireless Center box office can get a lower level end seat for just $10.
ON THE AIR
Fox Sports Radio 1230 is the radio home of Mallards Hockey Presented by Genesis Power Sports Performance. Mallards games broadcast on AM 1230 also stream live online at www.wfxn.net. A limited number of Mallards games- including tomorrow night's meeting with Missouri- will not air on Fox Sports Radio 1230 due to conflicts with University of Illinois basketball and football and Green Bay Packer football. ECHL-TV pay-per-view video webcasts and free audio webcasts of all Mallards games are also available at myqcmallards.net.
TICKETS
Single Game Tickets
Single game tickets for all Mallards regular season contests are now available. Fans can contact the Mallards at (309) 277-1364 or info@myqcmallards.com for more information about tickets. Single game tickets are also available at the iWireless Center box office, at Ticketmaster outlets, through www.ticketmaster.com
Group Tickets
Groups of at least ten receive savings off the walk-up price and a host of group benefits. Mallards group tickets are a great fit for youth organizations, friends, co-workers, family groups, religious groups, school functions and business events. For more group ticket information, fans can contact the Mallards at (309) 277-1364 or info@myqcmallards.
