For Immediate Release:
Saturday, March 26th, 2022
Allen, Texas – The Allen Americans, ECHL affiliate of the Seattle Kraken (NHL), took Game1 against the Toledo Walleye on Friday night in Ohio. Branden Troock scored two goals and added an assist to lead the way for the Americans. Puck drop tonight is at 6:15 pm CST. Tickets for all remaining home games are on sale NOW at the Americans Website or call 972-912-1000.
Allen Americans Tonight:
Pregame Show: 5:45 pm CST
Puck Drop: 6:15 pm CST
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On the Call: Tommy Daniels
Next Home Game: Wednesday, March 30th vs. KC TICKETS.
Americans Open Series in Toledo with a Win: The Allen Americans, ECHL affiliate of the Seattle Kraken, won the opening game of a three-game series against the Toledo Walleye on Friday night by a score of 4-3 in front of a packed house of 7,101 at the Huntington Center. The Americans opened the scoring just 1:41 into the first period as Branden Troock followed up a rebound and found the back of the net for his 18th goal of the season Troock scored a second and added an assist to lead the Americans to their third straight victory. Luke Peressini had another big night for Allen stopping 41 shots to get the win.
Beaulieu Extends Point Streak: Phil Beaulieu assisted on Branden Troock’s second goal of the night on Friday to extend his point streak to three games, and four of his last five. Beaulieu finished runner up for ECHL Player of the Week this past week.
Combs Held Off the Scoresheet: Americans forward Jack Combs is approaching two big milestones in his career. He is two points away from 600 (598), and seven goals away from 300 for his professional career. Combs was held without a point on Friday night.
Costello Drops to Third in Scoring Race: Americans forward Chad Costello was held without a point on Friday and is now tied for third overall in the scoring race with 65 points.
Comparing Allen and Toledo:
Allen Americans:
Home: 15-12-2-0
Away: 13-12-4-1
Overall: 28-24-6-1
Last 10: 5-4-1-0
Allen Americans Team Leaders:
Goals: (25) Chad Costello
Assists: (40) Chad Costello
Points: (65) Chad Costello
+/-: (+20) Kris Myllari
PIM: (98) Spencer Asuchak
Toledo Walleye:
Home: 19-9-1-1
Road: 21-8-0-1
Overall: 40-17-1-2
Last 10: 6-4-0-0
Toledo Walleye Team Leaders:
Goals: (21) John Albert
Assists: (46) TJ Hensick
Points: (66) TJ Hensick
+/-: (+25) TJ Hensick
PIM: (112) Cole Fraser.
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About the Allen AMERICANS
The Allen AMERICANS PROFESSIONAL HOCKEY CLUB is a member of the ECHL, the world’s top Double-A hockey league, and is the affiliate of the National Hockey League’s (NHL) Seattle Kraken.
Founded in 2009, the club is owned by Jack D. Gulati, known internationally as the “Serial Entrepreneur.” Championship Hockey is the backbone of the franchise, with the Red having captured back-to-back ECHL Kelly Cup Championships in 2014-15 & 2015-16 and two Central Hockey League President’s Cups in 2012-13 & 2013-14. Over the years, more than 323 players have worn the Red Sweater, with 4 AMERICANS having moved up to play in the NHL.
Tickets for home games at the Credit Union of Texas Event Center are available at AllenAmericans.com/tickets or by calling 972-912-1000.