ECHL Game Preview: Atlanta Gladiators at Jacksonville Icemen| 11/08/2024

Venue: VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena
Date: This Evening – Friday, November 08, 2024
Time: 7 PM EST

TV: FloSports
Jacksonville – Jacksonville Icemen Broadcast Network
Atlanta – Atlanta Gladiators Broadcast Network

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Jacksonville Icemen News & Notes:

Jacksonville has accumulated a staggering 90 penalty minutes, far exceeding Atlanta’s 63. In the game against Orlando, both the Icemen and the Solar Bears had players receiving 10-minute misconducts for roughing, continuing altercations and other infractions. Jacksonville has also been outshot in just about every game this season, including the recent game against Orlando where they were outshot 32-30. The Icemen do demonstrate greater efficiency on the power play compared to Atlanta. Defensively, Jacksonville enjoys a minor edge in penalty kill percentages.

Atlanta Gladiators News & Notes:

The Gladiators currently hold the better overall record, having scored 13 goals compared to the Icemen’s eight. They have allowed more goals against them, with 20 conceded versus Jacksonville’s 14. Atlanta has accumulated 63 penalty minutes, and remain with the lowest in the league to date. The team holds a record of 2-0-2 in games decided by a single goal. Atlanta holds a slight advantage in total goals scored. Either way, Jacksonville’s special teams could potentially influence the outcome though Atlanta’s consistent scoring across more games might provide them with an advantage.

Players To Watch:

Jacksonville Icemen

Logan Cockerill currently leads the Jacksonville team as the top scorer, having netted three goals. Logan Cockerill, as Jacksonville’s top scorer, showcases consistent offensive prowess and leadership, making him a pivotal player.

Brendan Harris has made contributions in three games, scoring two goals and providing two assists, resulting in a total of four points. Although he has yet to register any power play goals, he has achieved one game-winning goal. Brendan Harris’s versatility and clutch performances, including a game-winning goal, highlight his playmaking abilities.

Zach Jordan’s effectiveness on power plays, with both his goals coming in these situations, underscores his value in special teams. Davis Koch also contributes significantly during power plays, adding depth to the offense with his timely scoring. Koch’s contributions on power plays and his overall playmaking ability add depth to the team’s offense. His knack for scoring in crucial moments, like power plays, makes him a valuable player in high-stakes situations.

Atlanta Gladiators

On a three-game point streak with two goals and an assist is Gladiators’ captain, Eric Neiley. He recently hit 200 points wearing a Gladiators sweater this past Wednesday in the win against Orlando.Cody Sylvester, has played in eight games, scoring three goals and providing 3 assists for a total of six points, including two power play goals and a game-winning goal.

Derek Topatigh has yet to score but has solidly contributed to the scoreboard with 5 assists for 5 points, with 3 of those assists coming on the power play. Blake Murray, who did not play this past Wednesday, has netted one goal and made three assists for a total of four points, which included a power play goal. Murray has been a nice addition to the lineup for the Gladiators and will be one to watch as the season progresses. These combined players bring a mix of leadership, scoring ability, and special teams proficiency, making them essential for the Gladiators’ strategy against Jacksonville. 

Projected Lines – Jacksonville

Forward Lines:

1. L. Cockerill – C. Brown – C. Lang
2. C. Grando – T. Cheveldayoff – Z. Jordan
3. J. McRae – B. Crane – J. Hampton
4. D. Koch – B. Puricelli

Defensive Pairings:

1. N. Laaouan – C. Jones
2. C. Russell – P. Tischke
3. R. Calisti – I. Chukarov
4. G. Van Wyhe

Goaltender : J. Close

Projected Lines – Atlanta

Forward Lines:

1. E. Neiley – J. Cipollone – C. Sylvester
2. R. Hernández – J. Pierson – C. Denomie
3. R. Cranford – C. Galloway – M. Marchesan
4. J. Boyer – R. Hernández – E. Armstrong

Defensive Pairings:

1. J. Hanzel – B. Datema
2. Z. Yoder – A. Jarvis
3. D. Carabia – D. Topatigh

Goaltender: D. DeRidder

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