17 Feb 2015

Minor League Baseball Fans Enjoying the Gameday Experience, According to National Study

By Jeff Lantz and Marco LaNave

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – A nationwide study conducted by independent research company Turnkey Intelligence revealed Minor League Baseball fans are extremely satisfied with their at-event experience. More than 20,000 MiLB game attendees were surveyed, and collectively gave the Minor League Baseball gameday experience a Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 58, positioning the league on par with other highly recognizable brands, including the National Football League (NFL), Amazon.com, Westin Hotels & Resorts, Pandora Internet Radio and Discover Card.

NPS, introduced by Fred Reichheld, Bain & Company and Satmetrix in 2003, is a loyalty metric system that identifies customers as brand "promoters," "passives" and "detractors" based on their likelihood to recommend a particular brand. Scores range from -100 to 100, with higher scores indicating stronger brands.

Turnkey's Surveyor Network, officially launched in May 2014, was used to conduct this study, which focused on the experiences of both single game and season ticket buyers. More than 150 collegiate and professional sports properties participated in the study, including teams from Major League Soccer (MLS), Major League Baseball (MLB) and NCAA FBS programs. More than 40 Minor League Baseball teams from eight of its 15 leagues participated in the study.

"With comparative metrics in easy-to-read dashboards, this study was actionable for each participating MiLB club," said Len Perna, President and CEO of Turnkey Sports & Entertainment. "Our Surveyor Network is the only way to compare fan satisfaction metrics across multiple properties and leagues. It's the only way to really know where you stand with your customers."

Further solidifying the results of the study and the Minor League Baseball experience, the league announced its overall attendance at 42.4 million in 2014, the third highest in the organization's 114-year history. The milestone also marked the 10th consecutive year the organization drew an excess of 41 million fans across its 176 teams and 15 leagues.

"Our teams put tremendous effort into guaranteeing a fun, family-friendly experience at every single one of our games and events," said Michael Hand, Minor League Baseball Chief Marketing Officer and President of MiLB Enterprises. "It's gratifying to see that our efforts are being recognized by our fans."

About Minor League Baseball

Minor League Baseball, headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida, is the governing body for all professional baseball teams in the United States, Canada, Venezuela and the Dominican Republic that are affiliated with Major League Baseball clubs through their farm systems. In 2014, Minor League Baseball attracted 42.4 million fans to its ballparks. Minor League Baseball has provided affordable family-friendly entertainment to people of all ages since its founding in 1901. For more information about Minor League Baseball, visit www.MiLB.com.

About Turnkey Sports & Entertainment

Turnkey Sports & Entertainment is the holding company that owns and operates Turnkey Search, the industry's leading executive search firm, and also Turnkey Intelligence, the industry's leading consumer intelligence firm. For more information about Turnkey Sports & Entertainment, visit www.TurnkeySE.com.

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17 Feb 2015

BAKER SCORES GAME WINNER IN ALLEN

By Brian Lavelle

ALLEN, Texas (February 16, 2015) - Kevin Baker broke 1-1 tie at 5:51 of the third period and the Quad City Mallards (25-18-6) went on to defeat the host Allen Americans (34-9-5) 2-1 Monday night.  With their victory over the league leaders, the Mallards opened up a three point lead in the race for second place in the ECHL's Central Division.

Baker buried a cross-ice pass from Justin Fox- who had scored the first Mallard goal- for the game winner

Fox opened the scoring from the right wing circle at 18:07 of the first period.

Spencer Asuchak deadlocked the game at one with a point blank backhander at 6:06 of the second period, but the Americans could not produce another reply after Baker put the Mallards back on top in the third.

The Mallards return to action Friday night on the road against the Brampton Beast.  The Mallards next play at home next Wednesday evening, February 25 at 7:05 p.m. against the Americans.  Fans can purchase four tickets to each Mallards Wednesday home game this season for just $20.  In addition, after each Wednesday home contest, fans can join the Mallards at T.G.I. Friday's on River Drive in Moline- adjacent to the iWireless Center- for a postgame party.

Tickets for all remaining Mallards regular season home games- including the February 25 tilt- are on sale now at the iWireless Center box office, Ticketmaster outlets, ticketmaster.com and Ticketmaster charge-by-phone toll free at 1-800-745-3000.  The box office is open weekdays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and game days from 10:00 a.m. until the start of the second period.  Tickets are available for $10, $16, $20 and $28.
17 Feb 2015

Quad City Blues High School Hockey team raises $9,138.97 for Genesis Health System

By Linda Andry

The Quad City Blues High School Hockey team held their 5th annual benefit hockey game in conjunction with Genesis Health System on January 25th at the River's Edge in Davenport.   This year's theme for the event was "SLASH MS".  This is a cause that is near and dear to the player's hearts as their head coach, Shane Lovdahl, was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis this past year.  The event consisted of a jersey auction, silent auction, raffle baskets, bake sale, and of course, a good old hockey game between the Quad City Blues and the Cedar Rapids Roughriders.

The Quad City Blues consists of 33 players from local area high schools from both sides of the river; Alleman, Assumption, Bettendorf, Central DeWitt, Davenport Central, Davenport North, Davenport West, Moline, North Scott, Pleasant Valley, Riverdale, Rivermont Collegiate, and United Township.

The team participates in the Mid-West High School Hockey League which includes teams from Kansas City, Lincoln, Omaha, Sioux City, Ames, Des Moines, Mason City, Cedar Rapids, Waterloo and Dubuque.  Games are played from November to February with a final year end tournament in early March.

Former head coach, Nick White, initiated the first benefit game in 2010 in conjunction with Genesis to raise awareness for various causes.  Pink at the Rink, The Beat Goes On, 5-4 Fighting Diabetes, and Stick it to Cancer have raised over $34,000 prior to this year's event, SLASH MS.  The growth and success of these events are a direct result of the hard work and dedication of the Quad City Blues players and parents as well as the generous help of their title sponsor Genesis Health System.  This past Friday (February 13th), the Quad City Blues presented a check for $9,138.97 to Ken Croken, Vice President, Corporate Communications, Marketing and Advocacy of Genesis Health System, representing this year's proceeds from the event.

The event in January concluded with a 6-3 victory by the Blues over Cedar Rapids!

17 Feb 2015

MALLARDS WEEKLY UPDATE: FEBRUARY 16, 2015

By Brian Lavelle
THIS WEEK

Monday, February 16, 7:05 p.m.

Allen Event Center
Quad City Mallards vs. Allen Americans

Friday, February 20, 6:30 p.m.
Powerade Centre, Brampton
Quad City Mallards vs. Brampton Beast

Sunday, February 22, 1:00 p.m.
Powerade Centre, Brampton
Quad City Mallards vs. Brampton Beast

 

LAST WEEK
Wednesday, February 11
Quad City 3 Missouri 2

Friday, February 13
Tulsa 2 Quad City 1

Saturday, February 14

Quad City 3 Tulsa 2

 

Quad City
24-18-6, 54 points
2nd place, Central Division
Coach: Terry Ruskowski

Allen
34-8-5, 73 points

1st place, Central Division
Coach: Steve Martinson

Brampton
15-29-2, 32 points
7th place, Central Division
Coach: Brent Hughes

 

QUACK TRACKS
Tight
Each of the Mallards' three games last week was decided by one goal.  The Mallards won two of those three tilts.

Splitsville
With Saturday night's 3-2 road win the Mallards earned a split of their weekend home-and-home series with Tulsa.  The Oilers won 2-1 in the Quad Cities Friday evening.

Second

With their win on Saturday night the Mallards kept their hold on second place in the Central Division.  The Mallards are one point ahead of third place Wichita.

On the Road
The Mallards tonight play the second of five straight road games.  After visiting the Americans this evening, the Mallards will head to Brampton for games Friday, Sunday and Monday.

Upswing
The Mallards have gone 6-3-0 in their last nine games.

2015
Saturday night's win left the Mallards with a .500 record (8-8-1) in 2015.

Stingy

The Mallards have allowed two goals or fewer each of their last three games and in eight of their last nine games.  They now rank third in the ECHL in goals against per game (2.6).

Red Light District
The Mallards have scored three goals or fewer in each of their last four games and in 13 of their last 14 games.  They are now tied for thirteenth in the ECHL in goals per game (3.0).

Special Teams
While the Mallards have allowed power play goals in each of their last two games, they have not surrendered a goal while down one man in any of their last five games (Tulsa scored at 5-on-3 Friday and 6-on-3 Saturday).  The Mallards rank fifth in the ECHL in penalty killing (85.7 percent). Three of the four goals the Mallards have scored over their last two games have come on the power play.  The Mallards rank fourteenth in the league in power play efficiency (17.6 percent).

Super Mario
Mario Lamoureux has five points (two goals and three assists) in his last three games and 18 points (five goals and 13 assists) in his last 14 games.  Lamoureux, who Saturday night reached 50 points for the season, ranks ninth in the ECHL in points and tied for fifth in assists (34).

Trifecta
By assisting on all three Mallard goals Saturday night Mike Monfredo matched team single game season highs for assists and points and established personal career single game highs for assists and points.  Monfredo had a hand in all four Mallard goals last weekend.  He scored the lone Quad City goal in Friday's loss to Tulsa.

Can't Get Enough of That Wonderful Duff

Matt Duffy Saturday night scored his seventh power play goal out of eight overall this season.  Duffy is now tied for fourth in the ECHL in power play goals.

Between the Pipes
Parker Milner has posted a 1.27 goals against average and a .945 save percentage while going 4-1-0 over his last seven games.  Milner started the Mallards' games last Wednesday and Friday, marked the first time a Mallard goaltender has started back-to-back games since Evan Mosher made consecutive starts December 29 and 31.  Milner is tied for second in save percentage (.927) and ranks third in goals against average (2.17).  Mosher is tied for eighth in the ECHL in save percentage (.915).

 

Debut
Berkley Scott made his Mallard debut last Wednesday night against Missouri after signed with the Mallards earlier the same day.  Scott joined the Mallards from the Southern Professional Hockey League's Knoxville Ice Bears.  Scott was third in the SPHL in goals (18) and seventh in points (37) when he joined the Mallards.

Undermanned
The Mallards played with fewer than the standard 16 skaters for six straight games before Paxton Leroux and Evan Haney returned to the lineup for last Friday's game.


Milestones
Duffy reached 100 career assists by picking up a pair of assists last Wednesday against Missouri... Last Wednesday's win over Missouri was Terry Ruskowski's ninetieth victory as Mallard coach...Darren McMillan has 198 career points...Kevin Baker has 298 career assists.

 

Head to Head
The Mallards dropped their only prior meeting with the Americans this season 5-2 in Allen on December 10.  All-time, the Mallards have posted a regular season record of 3-6-1 against the Americans: 2-3-0 at home and 1-3-1 at the Allen Event Center...The Mallards have gone 6-2-3 against Brampton this season and have posted a 2-0-3 record in Brampton.  All-time, the Mallards have gone 13-5-6 against the Beast overall and 7-5-4 at the Powerade Center.

Ins and Outs
Paxton Leroux returned to the Mallards lineup last Friday against Tulsa after missing six games (upper body injury)...Evan Haney returned last Friday after missing nine games (upper body injury)...Johnny Rogic (out ten games), Logan Nelson (eight games) and Antti Pusa (three games) remain sidelined by upper body inuries.  Pusa is on 21-day injured reserve retroactive to February 7...Berkley Scott last Wednesday signed with the Mallards and made his debut for the club.


NEXT HOME GAME
Wednesday, February 25, 7:05 p.m.- Mallards vs. Allen Americans

4 Tickets for $20; T.G.I. Friday's Postgame Party
Fans can get four tickets for just $20 for each Wednesday home game.  After each Wednesday home tilt fans can join the Mallards at T.G.I. Friday's on River Drive in Moline for a postgame party.

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 tonight's match-up with Allen- 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 or through Ticketmaster charge-by-phone toll free.  The box office is open weekdays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and on game days from 10:00 a.m. until the start of the second period.

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.com.

 

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13 Feb 2015

Davenport Little League Registration at Modern Woodmen Park Feb. 21

By River Bandits
For the seventh consecutive year, the Quad Cities River Bandits will host Davenport Little League baseball and softball registration indoors at Modern Woodmen Park. On Saturday, Feb. 21, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Little Leaguers from throughout the Davenport area will visit the ballpark to register for their upcoming season. More »
12 Feb 2015

RIVER BANDITS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR PLAYER HOST FAMILIES IN THE QUAD CITIES

By Marco LaNave
Team seeks families living within 15 minutes of Modern Woodmen Park for this April to September
DAVENPORT, Iowa (Feb. 12, 2015) - In less than two months, the 2015 roster of the Quad Cities River Bandits will arrive from Spring Training and begin the 140-game Midwest League schedule. Families in the Quad Cities have the exciting opportunity to host one or more players as they pursue their baseball careers in the Houston Astros organization through the River Bandits Host Family Program.
The River Bandits are looking for host families in the community to house one or more players for the 2015 season. Players will be in need of housing from early April through mid-September.
"Few people have the opportunity to be part of a young baseball player's life the way host families are," said River Bandits General Manager Andrew Chesser. "We are grateful to our current host families who have graciously opened their homes, and we look forward to more families providing support that contributes to River Bandits players' success both on and off the field."
Ideal host families commit to the entire season (April-September), live within a 15-minute drive of Modern Woodmen Park, and are able to provide each player with free room and board, his own room and access to a kitchen, as well as a clean, safe, and healthy home environment. Host families are not financially compensated.
To learn more about being a host family for the 2015 season, or to apply to host a River Bandits player, families may visit riverbandits.com/hostfamily for information and the downloadable application form. Completed applications and questions can be directed to Travis Painter by emailing Travis@riverbandits.com or calling the River Bandits front office at 563-324-3000.
UP NEXT: For Valentine's Day weekend, the River Bandits are offering a $3 discount on registration for the third annual Bandits Race to Home 5K presented by Palmer Chiropractic Clinics. Use the code "BEMINE" to get $3 off on registration at riverbandits.com/5k, only through Feb. 15. There is also still time to save money and enjoy exclusive benefits as a ticket plan holder for the 2015 River Bandits season at Modern Woodmen Park. With a ticket plan of 12 to 70 games, receive free parking, merchandise discounts, guaranteed giveaways and more. Call 563-324-3000 to speak with a River Bandits account representative and lock in seats for the upcoming season.
12 Feb 2015

News from the Duck Pond

By Brian Lavelle
Lamoureux Scores Late Winner

MOLINE, Ill. (February 11, 2015) - Mario Lamoureux- who also had an assist- broke a 2-2 tie with 2:44 left in the third period and the host Quad City Mallards (23-17-6) went on to defeat the Missouri Mavericks (19-22-4) 3-2 Wednesday night.  With the win the Mallards opened up a four point lead in the race for second place in the ECHL's Central Division

Lamoureux completed the Mallards' comeback from a 2-1 deficit by burying Matt Duffy's centering pass after Jeff Lee tied the game from the doorstep at 11:43 of the second period.

The Mavericks had rebounded with back-to-back first period goals after the Mallards' Anthony Collins tipped in the opening goal just under four minutes into the game.  Geoff Walker's wrist shot evened the score at one at 14:18 of the first.  At 18:21 Lindsay Sparks scored the tiebreaker from the side of the net.

The Mallards next play at home Friday night at 7:05 p.m. against the Tulsa Oilers.  Friday also brings the return of $1 Dog/$1 Beer Night presented by 97X and MetroLINK.  Fans can enjoy $1 hot dogs and beers from iWireless Center concession stands during all Friday home games.

The Mallards have partnered with Metro to provide transit service between Augustana College and downtown Moline during Friday home games.  Students can catch the Route 10 on campus via 7th Avenue to and from games, with the Route 10 dropping students off near campus or in the District after games.  Students can then take 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.

For Friday home games the Mallards have also joined with Rooster's Sports Bar & Grill in Rock Island to offer fans the chance to get a lower level ticket to the Mallards' game along with an appetizer and drink at Rooster's and a Metro bus ride to the game from Rooster's and back for just $20.  For more information fans can contact Rooster's at 309-283-7005.

Tickets for all remaining Mallards regular season home games- including Friday night's contest- are on sale now at the iWireless Center box office, Ticketmaster outlets, ticketmaster.com and Ticketmaster charge-by-phone toll free at 1-800-745-3000.  The box office is open weekdays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and game days from 10:00 a.m. until the start of the second period.  Tickets are available for $10, $16, $20 and $28.

Mallards Sign Scott

MOLINE, Ill. (February 11, 2015) - The Quad City Mallards have signed forward Berkley Scott, the Mallards announced today. The Mallards also announced forward Antti Pusa has been placed on 21-day injured reserve.

Scott, 24, joins the Mallards after playing 39 games this season for the Southern Professional Hockey League's Knoxville Ice Bears.  The 6' 3", 210-pound Anoka, Minnesota, native ranks third in the SPHL in goals (18) and is tied for seventh in points (37). 


Now in his fourth professional season, Scott has scored 14 goals and totaled 25 points in 63 career ECHL games with three different clubs.

Scott notched two goals and five assists in 23 ECHL games last year with the Utah Grizzlies and San Francisco Bulls.  He also scored ten goals and totaled 20 points in 23 games with Knoxville last season.

In 2012-13, Scott scored a dozen goals and recorded 17 points in 39 games with Utah.  The same season saw him score 13 times and produce 31 points in 27 games with the Ice Bears.

Scott broke into pro hockey with Knoxville in 2011-12.  He scored nine goals and collected 30 points in 53 SPHL games as a rookie and also played his first ECHL game for the Cincinnati Cyclones.

Before turning pro Scott spent two seasons in the junior ranks with the North American Hockey League's Alaska Avalanche and Coulee Region Chill.

Pusa was placed on injured reserve retroactive to last Saturday.  Pusa suffered an upper body injury in the Mallards' 6-2 win over the Wichita Thunder last Saturday night.  He has scored six goals and totaled 15 points while registering 73 penalty minutes in 28 games with the Mallards this season.

12 Feb 2015

Color the Wind Kite Festival Expands in 2015

By Kay Day

Partners With Clear Lake Arts Center to Provide More Fun!

Let's face it. February in the Midwest can be pretty dreary. White snow, gray skies, lifeless trees. Where can you go to get a desperately needed pop of color for your weary eyes?

How about coming to Clear Lake, Iowa for the Color the Wind Kite Festival on Saturday, February 21st? You'll find the sky filled with brilliant kites in all colors of the rainbow from 11 am to 4 pm, wind, weather and ice conditions permitting. The flying field is located on the frozen lake at the downtown seawall at the West end of Main Street near the city park and bandshell.

You don't have to be a kid to enjoy the huge and colorful kites and the stunt kite teams demonstrating their skill flying two and four line kites in programs choreographed to music.

The popular flying horse will be back this year as will the 60 foot blue whale and the 40 foot tall Teddy Bear, "Buddy". In addition, there will be a patriotic Teddy Bear flying with "Buddy." You'll see crocodiles, manta rays, huge octopi, flying guitars and many other creatures along with intricately designed hand made kites and banners.

Join the fun on the ice with your own kite! Kites will be available for purchase in the Lakeview Room across the street from the flying field. Hot food and beverages will be available from the lunch wagon on site. Sweet treats will also be available in the nice, warm Lakeview Room.

This year, there are even more activities to enjoy during the kite festival! The Clear Lake Arts Center is hosting an indoor Fine Arts and Crafts Show From 11 am to 8 pm on the day of the kite festival! At 4 pm the jazz band, FELDSPARjazz will begin playing for your enjoyment. Free hors d'oeuvres will be served. And it's free of charge. Adult beverages will be available at a cash bar.

If you miss the show and sale on Saturday, you can catch it on Sunday, February 22nd from 11 am to 4 pm. The Arts Center is located at 17 South Fourth St. in downtown Clear Lake. Call (641)-357-1998 for more information about this.

For more information about the kite festival, please go to the website: www.colorthewind.org or call Larry A. Day at: (641)-357-0693 or Kay Day at: (641)-357-5516. You may also email Kay at: kay_day@netins.net.

11 Feb 2015

MODERN WOODMEN PARK TO HOST 2015 DAVENPORT LITTLE LEAGUE REGISTRATION FEB. 21

By Marco LaNave
DAVENPORT, Iowa (Feb. 10, 2015) - For the seventh consecutive year, the Quad Cities River Bandits will host Davenport Little League baseball and softball registration indoors at Modern Woodmen Park. On Saturday, Feb. 21, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Little Leaguers from throughout the Davenport area will visit the ballpark to register for their upcoming season.
By centralizing the registration at Modern Woodmen Park, this event incorporates all the Davenport Little Leagues, regardless of age or level, into one central location and has greatly assisted organizers in streamlining the registration process the last six years.
"We again welcome these young athletes and their families to the Modern Woodmen Park experience, which is all about families creating memories that last a lifetime," said River Bandits owner Dave Heller. "Kids and parents alike love incorporating Modern Woodmen Park and professional baseball into the Davenport Little Leagues, and we are thrilled to continue our support of the Little League programs and youth sports in the Quad Cities."
All the local leagues - including the North, Northwest, East, Southeast, West Softball, West Emeis, East Softball, Pony, Colt and Challenger Leagues - will hold registration on Feb. 21. Registration is required even if the child has previously played. At least one parent or legal guardian must be present with proof of residence and an original or state-certified copy of the child's birth certificate, which will be returned at the registration. Also, the leagues require a completed registration form, medical release form, and the fee for registration.
For children ages 14 and under attending the Little League registration, the River Bandits will also offer an exclusive, one-day special on 2014 Kids Club memberships. Normally $30 per child 14 and under, a Kids Club membership will be $25 at Modern Woodmen Park on Saturday, Feb. 21, only. A Kids Club Membership includes a free bleacher ticket good for all River Bandits 2015 regular season home games, a membership card, a drawstring backpack, a 10 percent discount off purchases in the team store, an email newsletter with exclusive special offers and much more.
The River Bandits will also have information about ticket plans and group outings at the ballpark this season. Families and individuals may also purchase or renew their season ticket packages for the 2015 season.
"As a community-based venue, Modern Woodmen Park is ideal for kicking off the Little League year," said River Bandits General Manager Andrew Chesser. "Kids will once again register at a professional ballpark within the same week the pros are reporting for spring training!"
Questions about the Feb. 21 registration can be directed to Denise Clark in the River Bandits front office at 563-324-3000.
10 Feb 2015

MALLARDS WEEKLY UPDATE: FEBRUARY 9, 2015

By Brian Lavelle

THIS WEEK
Wednesday, February 11, 7:05 p.m.

iWireless Center, Moline
Missouri Mavericks vs. Quad City Mallards

Friday, February 13, 7:05 p.m.
iWireless Center, Moline
Tulsa Oilers vs. Quad City Mallards

Saturday, February 14, 7:35 p.m.
BOK Center, Tulsa
Quad City Mallards vs. Tulsa Oilers

 

LAST WEEK
Tuesday, February 3
Quad City 3 Missouri 1

Friday, February 6
Wichita 2 Quad City 1

Saturday, February 7
Quad City 6 Wichita 2

Sunday, February 8
Missouri 3 Quad City 0

 

Quad City
22-17-6, 50 points
2nd place, Central Division
Coach: Terry Ruskowski

Missouri
18-21-4, 40 points
6th place, Central Division
Coach: Richard Matvichuk

Tulsa
21-21-6, 46 points
4th place, Central Division
Coach: Bruce Ramsay

QUACK TRACKS
Second
The Mallards are in sole possession of second place in the ECHL's Central Division.  The Mallards snapped a second place deadlock with Wichita by defeating the Thunder 6-2 last Saturday- one night after a 2-1 loss to Wichita left them tied with the Thunder.  With yesterday's loss to Missouri the Mallards missed an opportunity to open up a four point lead in the battle for second.

Busy
The Mallards went 2-2-0 last week, splitting two games against both Wichita and Missouri.  The Mallards went 1-2-0 over the weekend while playing three games in three nights for the fourth time this season.

Undermanned
The Mallards have been undermanned for their last six games, starting with a January 30 win in Wichita, a contest they finished with just 13 skaters after injuries to Paxton Leroux and Logan Nelson and a game misconduct assessed to Darren McMillan.  The Mallards dressed just 15 skaters (instead of the standard 16) for each of the four games that followed before being reduced to 14 skaters yesterday after an injury to Antti Pusa Saturday night.

You Again
The Mallards and Mavericks Wednesday night will meet for the third time in nine days.  Last Saturday's game was the fourth in 11 days between the Mallards and Thunder.

Trifecta
Last Tuesday's win over Missouri was the Mallards' third victory in a row.  Last Friday's loss to Wichita kept the Mallards from winning four straight for the first time since the final four games of last season.

Blanked
The Mallards yesterday were shut out for the third time this season. 

Blitzed
The Mallards allowed three goals in the first five minutes, 21 seconds of yesterday's loss to the Mavericks.  Parker Milner replaced Evan Mosher after the third Maverick goal and made 18 saves while keeping Missouri off the scoreboard over the final 54 minutes, 39 seconds of the game.

Stingy

Yesterday's Maverick blitz ended a run that had seen the Mallards surrender two goals or fewer in five straight games.  Despite yesterday's fireworks, the Mallards remain tied for third in the ECHL in goals against per game (2.6).

Red Light District
Yesterday's shutout came the day after the Mallards established a team single game high for 2015 by scoring six times against Wichita.  The Mallards Saturday night also came within one goal of matching the team season high for goals.  The Mallards are tied for twelfth in the ECHL in goals per game (3.0).

Doing Time
The Mallards and Thunder last Saturday combined to set Mallard season highs for most penalty minutes in one game (136) and in one period (114 in the third).

Hot Ticket
A total of 11,237 fans- 5,812 Friday night and 5,425 Saturday evening- watch the Mallards' games against the Thunder last weekend, the best combined attendance for Mallard home games on consecutive nights this season.

Special Teams
The Mallards have survived 24 of their foes' last 26 power plays and now rank fourth in the ECHL in penalty killing (85.8 percent).  The Mallards have gone 8-for-30 on the power play over their last seven games to climb into a tie for fourteenth in the league in power play efficiency (17.5 percent).

No Ordinary Joe
Joe Perry last Friday made his American Hockey League debut and picked up his first AHL point- an assist- in the Iowa Wild's 5-3 win over the Hamilton Bulldogs after being called up by Iowa last Thursday.

Firsts
Anthony Collins, who was acquired last Tuesday in a trade with South Carolina, last Friday against Wichita made his Mallard debut and picked up his first point- an assist- for the club.  Collins scored his first Mallard goal one night later against the Thunder.

Super Mario
Mario Lamoureux has 13 points (three goals and ten assists) in his last 11 games.  Lamoureux is tied for seventh in the ECHL in assists (31).

Foxy
Justin Fox's five-game point scoring streak (3-2-5) ended yesterday.

Rookie Roll
Todd Fiddler, who matched a team season high and set a personal career high by collecting three points (one goal and two assists) last Saturday against Wichita, has notched five points (two goals and three assists) in his last five games.

Between the Pipes
Milner have given up just four goals while going 3-0-0 in his last four games (1.02, .962).  Milner is tied for second in the ECHL in save percentage (.926) and ranks third in goals against average (2.18).  Mosher is tied for tenth in save percentage (.914).

Milestones
McMillan reached 198 career points with an assist in last Saturday's win over Wichita...Kevin Baker has 297 career assists...Matt Duffy has 98 career assists.

Head to Head
The Mallards have gone 2-4-2 against the Mavs this year and 0-1-1 at home against Missouri.  All-time, the Mallards have posted a 18-23-3 overall record against the Mavericks and have gone 7-10-1 on home ice...The Mallards have won two of their three meetings with the Oilers this season.  The Mallards won the lone prior match-up between the two clubs at the iWireless Center 4-3 in a shootout on November 19.  The Mallards and Oilers have split a pair of games in Tulsa.  All-time the Mallards have gone 10-8-0 against the Oilers: 7-2-0 at home and 3-6-0 on the road.

Ins and Outs
Five Mallard forwards have been sidelined by upper body injuries: Evan Haney (out eight games), Johnny Rogic (seven games) Paxton Leroux (five games), Logan Nelson (five games) and Antti Pusa (one game)...Joe Perry signed a professional tryout agreement with the American Hockey League's Iowa Wild last Thursday...The Mallards last Tuesday acquired forward Anthony Collins from the South Carolina Stingrays in exchange for future considerations.

UPCOMING HOME GAMES
Wednesday, February 11, 7:05 p.m.- Mallards vs. Missouri Mavericks

4 Tickets for $20; T.G.I. Friday's Postgame Party
Fans can get four tickets for just $20 for each Wednesday home game.  After each Wednesday home tilt fans can join the Mallards at T.G.I. Friday's on River Drive in Moline for a postgame party.

Friday, February 13, 7:05 p.m.- Mallards vs. Tulsa Oilers

$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.  

Rooster's Sports Bar & Grill
For Friday home games the Mallards have joined with Rooster's Sports Bar & Grill in Rock Island to offer fans the chance to get a lower level ticket to the Mallards' game along with an appetizer and drink at Rooster's and a Metro bus ride to the game from Rooster's and back for just $20.  For more information fans can contact Rooster's at 309-283-7005.

Sport Clips Coupons
Fans will receive haircut coupons from Sport Clips when departing the iWireless Center after Friday night's game.

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 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 or through Ticketmaster charge-by-phone toll free.  The box office is open weekdays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and on game days from 10:00 a.m. until the start of the second period.

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.com.

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