Http://www.wheelingnailers.com/graphics/Logos/ECHL/Eastern_Conference/Wheeling/logo.png http://www.wheelingnailers.com Wheeling Nailers Team Headlines en-us Sun, 19 May 2002 15:21:36 GMT http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Weblog Editor 2.0 pr@wheelingnailers.com pr@wheelingnailers.com.com http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20120219.aspTRENTON, NJ- The Wheeling Nailers have had their way at Sun National Bank Center for most of the season, after winning each of the first four games they played there. On Sunday afternoon, the homestanding Titans took a game back, as Matt Schepke's third period goal was Wheeling's lone tally in a 5-1 victory for Trenton.2/19/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20120218.aspREADING, PA- The Wheeling Nailers got off to a strong start in the month of February, as they took a nine-game point streak into Saturday night's game. Unfortunately, that streak was halted, as Jussi Rynnas and Karel St. Laurent combined to make 32 saves in a 4-0 victory for the Reading Royals at Sovereign Center.2/18/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20120218.aspWHEELING, WV - The Wheeling Nailers, ECHL Affiliate of the Montreal Canadiens and Pittsburgh Penguins announce today that forward Peter Lenes has been returned to the team by the Hamilton Bulldogs.2/18/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20120217.aspJOHNSTOWN, PA – Denver Manderson scored two goals, Patrick Killeen made 24 saves, and the Nailers regained first place in the division, with their 4-2 victory over the Elmira Jackals.2/17/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20120216.aspWHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers, AA affiliate for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, have announced two roster moves, with both taking effect immediately. Forward Peter Lenes was signed to a professional tryout agreement by the AHL's Hamilton Bulldogs, and forward Chase Watson was claimed by the Nailers off of waivers from the Elmira Jackals.2/16/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20120214.aspELMIRA, NY- Denver Manderson's goal with seven seconds left in regulation earned the Wheeling Nailers a point on Tuesday night, keeping them in sole possession of first place in the Atlantic Division. Unfortunately, Dustin Gazley's tally at the 2:45 mark of overtime gave the Elmira Jackals two points, as they picked up a 3-2 victory over the Nailers at First Arena.2/14/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20120213.aspHAMILTON, ON - Montreal Canadiens and Hamilton Bulldogs General Manager Pierre Gauthier announced today that defenceman Olivier Dame-Malka has been recalled to the Bulldogs from the ECHL's Wheeling Nailers.2/12/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20120212.aspJOHNSTOWN, PA – Matt Schepke scored his first goal against his former club, Sunday night in Johnstown, in the Nailers’ 7-5 victory over the Reading Royals. Peter Lenes, Chris Barton, Ben Farrer, Olivier Dame-Malka, Denver Manderson, and Cody Chupp all contributed goals in the win, that earned the Nailers sole possession first place in the division.2/12/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20120211.aspWHEELING, WV – Cody Chupp earned three points, and Denver Manderson scored the game-winning goal in Friday night’s win over the Trenton Titans.2/11/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20120210.aspWHEELING,WV. –The Wheeling Nailers, ECHL Affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins, announced today that right wing Ryan Schnell has been returned on loan to the teamL. In addition, center Cody Chupp has been released from his professional try-out agreement and will return to Wheeling.2/10/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20120210.aspWHEELING, WV – The Nailers outshot the Walleye 44-18, and six different Nailers tallied points in Wheeling’s 3-2 shootout loss to Toledo Friday night.2/10/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20120209.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, AA affiliate for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, have announced a transaction, effective immediately. Forward Paul Crowder has been signed to a PTO by the AHL's Manchester Monarchs.2/9/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20120207.aspWILKES-BARRE, Pa. - The Wheeling Nailers announce today that Forward Nick Petersen has been reassigned to the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins by the Pittsburgh Penguins.2/7/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20120207b.aspPRINCETON, N.J. – Peter Delmas of the Wheeling Nailers is the Reebok Hockey ECHL Goaltender of the Week for Jan. 30-Feb. 5. It is the second time in his career that Delmas has won the weekly award.2/7/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20120204.aspTRENTON, NJ- For the second time this week, Peter Delmas gave the Wheeling Nailers a fantastic performance in goal, and for the second time this week, his teammates rewarded him. Peter Lenes broke a 1-1 tie with 9:23 remaining in the third period, as the Nailers picked up a 2-1 victory at Sun National Bank Center.2/4/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20120203.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, AA affiliate for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, have made a trade, with the roster moves taking effect immediately. The Nailers have acquired forward Matt Schepke from the Reading Royals, in exchange for forward Mickael Bedard2/3/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20120203.aspWHEELING, WV – Nick Petersen and Paul Crowder posted two-goal nights, before Zack Torquato and Andrew Hotham scored in the shootout to lead the Nailers to a 4-3 win Friday night, in front of a crowd of 3,059.2/3/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20120202.aspWHEELING,WV– The Wheeling Nailers, ECHL Affiliate of the Montreal Canadiens and Pittsburgh Penguins, announced today that forward Ryan Schnell has be recalled to the Wilkes-Barre / Scranton Penguins and center Cody Chupp has been signed to a professional try-out agreement2/2/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20120201.aspELMIRA, NY- Peter Delmas made multiple large saves between the pipes, and Adam Ross helped to set up two goals for the Wheeling Nailers, who picked up two gigantic points on Wednesday night. Wheeling defeated the Elmira Jackals 4-1 at First Arena, bringing them within three points of the Jackals for the top spot in the Atlantic Division.2/1/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20120129.aspJOHNSTOWN, PA – Andrew Hotham led the Nailers with four points, and Peter Lenes scored two goals in the Nailers 5-2 victory over the Toledo Walleye. Toledo gave up seven consecutive power plays, three of which the Nailers capitalized on1/29/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20120128.aspWHEELING, WV: Two teams that saw each other many times last season locked horns at WesBanco Arena on Saturday night for only the second time this season. After a game earlier in the year that saw the Wings edge the Nailers 6-5, many people were looking forward to an offensive explosion from both teams. However, that was not the case, as defense took center stage in the second meeting of the season. The Kalamazoo Wings left WesBanco Arena with a 2-1 victory over the Wheeling Nailers.1/28/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/RECAPS/20120127.aspThe Nailers took charge to start the first period, charging into the Royals’ end. Jordon Southorn put a shot on goal and was blocked by goaltender Michael Hutchinson. Peter Lenes picked up the rebound, but his shot went wide of the goal. Hutchinson made another save on Zack Torquato, and the crossbar stopped Brian Day, before Mickael Bedard was called for holding. Thirty seconds into Bedard’s penalty, Paul Crowder joined him in the box for high-sticking. The Nailers killed both penalties, but the Royals struck first, as Matt Schepke scored his eighth goal of the season on a wrist-shot from the left circle, after a nifty play at the blueline by Casey Haines. Wheeling earned their first power play opportunity of the night at 16:21. Chris Barton tied the game, as his one-timer from the slot sailed past Hutchinson. Crowder and Southorn picked up assists on the goal.1/27/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20120125.aspWHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers, AA affiliate for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, have announced three transaction, all of which are effective immediately. The Nailers received forward Nick Petersen, Cody Chupp and Defensemen Peter Merth from the AHL's Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins.1/25/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20120125.aspREADING, PA- For the second time in as many starts, Patrick Killeen was perfect in goal for the Wheeling Nailers, as he stopped all 28 shots he faced on Wednesday night at Sovereign Center. On the offensive side, Killeen was helped by Denver Manderson's two goals, as well as a three-point night by Nick Petersen, as the Nailers took care of business, 5-0, against the Reading Royals.1/25/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20120121.aspJOHNSTOWN, PA- The Nailers blazed out of the gates on Saturday night, getting out to a 2-0 lead, while outshooting the Elmira Jackals 16-5 during the first period of play. Unfortunately, the first place Jackals came storming back, as they erased the early deficit, skating away with a 7-4 victory at Cambria County War Memorial Arena.1/21/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20120120.aspJOHNSTOWN, PA- Denver Manderson led the team with a goal and an assist, while Patrick Killeen made 18 saves, in the Nailers’ first shutout win of the season in Johnstown Friday night.1/20/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20120116.aspHAMILTON, ON - Montreal Canadiens and Hamilton Bulldogs General Manager Pierre Gauthier announced today that goaltender Peter Delmas has been assigned by the Hamilton Bulldogs to the Wheeling Nailers.1/16/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20120115.aspWHEELING, WV – Peter Lenes and Matt Lombardi led the team with a goal and an assist each, while Patrick Killeen made 32 saves, and stopped four shots in the shootout, to lift the Wheeling Nailers over the Cincinnati Cyclones 4-2 Sunday afternoon at Wesbanco Arena.1/15/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20120114.aspCINCINNATI, OH- Earlier in the week, the Wheeling Nailers acquired forward Peter Lenes in a trade with the Trenton Titans. Playing in just his third game with his new team on Saturday, Lenes looks as though he is fitting in just fine, as he picked up two goals and two assists, as the Nailers took on the Cincinnati Cyclones at U.S. Bank Arena.1/14/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20120113.aspTOLEDO, OH- The Wheeling Nailers made their first road trip to the state of Ohio on Friday night, when they visited the Toledo Walleye at Huntington Center. Unfortunately for the Nailers, goaltender Rob Nolan wasn't exactly a hospitable host, as he turned aside 19 shots, leading Toledo to a 3-0 victory.1/13/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20120112b.aspWHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers, AA affiliate for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, have announced a transaction, as goaltender Patrick Killeen has been returned to the Nailers from the AHL's Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins. The move is effective immediately.1/12/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20120112.aspWHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers, AA Affiliate for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, have announced a transaction, as goaltender Peter Delmas has been recalled by the AHL's Hamilton Bulldogs. The move is effective immediately.1/12/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20120111.aspWHEELING, WV- After playing one season in Toledo, Zack Torquato gave his former teammates an unpleasant welcome to WesBanco Arena. At the 23-second mark of overtime, Torquato knocked in the rebound of Chris Barton's initial shot, lifting the Wheeling Nailers to a 3-2 victory over the Walleye.1/11/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20120111.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, AA affiliate for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, have announced a trade with the Trenton Titans, effective immediately. Trenton has sent defenseman Jordon Southorn and forward Peter Lenes to Wheeling, in exchange for future considerations.1/11/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20120110.aspWHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers, AA affiliate for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, are announcing a pair of roster moves, with both being effective immediately. Forward Cody Chupp has been loaned to the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins, while forward Brian Day has been assigned to the Nailers from the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins.1/10/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20120108.aspWHEELING, WV- Peter Delmas made 40 saves on 43 shots, while Kyle Bushee and Chris Barton both posted three-point games to lead the Wheeling Nailers to a 5-3 victory Sunday afternoon against the Greenville Road Warriors1/8/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20120107.aspWHEELING, WV- 3,391 fans packed their way into WesBanco Arena on Saturday night, and watched Mickael Bedard stake the Wheeling Nailers to a 1-0 lead at the end of two periods of play. Unfortunately, the South Carolina Stingrays prevailed in the third, scoring three times, erasing the deficit for a 3-1 victory.1/7/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20120106.aspWHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers greeted the 2012 calendar year with a bang, as they welcomed the Cincinnati Cyclones to WesBanco Arena. Chris Barton and Paul Crowder each posted three-point nights, while Peter Delmas made 29 saves, leading the Nailers to a 5-2 victory.1/6/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20120105.aspWHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers, AA affiliate for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, are announcing a change to Sunday's game, effective immediately.1/5/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20120104.aspWHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers, AA affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, are excited to announce an addition to the organization. The Nailers have hired Cole Bassett as their new assistant coach, effective immediately.1/4/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20120103.aspLast Week Mon. 12/26 - WHEELING NAILERS 1 @ Elmira Jackals 2 (SO) Wed. 12/28 - WHEELING NAILERS 5 @ Trenton Titans 4 Fri. 12/30 - WHEELING NAILERS 2 @ Elmira Jackals 3 Sat. 12/31 - Reading Royals 3 @ WHEELING NAILERS 21/3/2012http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111231.aspWHEELING, WV- On Saturday night, the Wheeling Nailers peppered the Reading Royals, directing 48 shots on goal. Unfortunately for the home team, Reading's Mark Owuya stood on his head, stopping 46 shots, leading his team to a 3-2 victory in front of 3,256 fans at WesBanco Arena.12/31/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111230.aspELMIRA, NY- The Wheeling Nailers got off to a strong start on Friday night, as they held a 2-0 lead after 40 minutes of play. Unfortunately, the Elmira Jackals came to life in the final period, scoring three times, as they came back to defeat Wheeling 3-2, in front of 4,174 fans at First Arena.12/30/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111228.aspTRENTON, NJ- Wednesday night's divisional showdown between the Wheeling Nailers and Trenton Titans had excitement written all over it, and in the end, it was the Nailers who provided the exclamation point. Christiaan Minella's power play tally with 1:45 left in the third period broke a 4-4 tie, and gave Wheeling a big two points in front of 4,321 fans at Sun National Bank Center.12/28/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111226.aspELMIRA, NY- With Peter Delmas on the shelf due to injury, Patrick Killeen is making the most of his opportunity to get the Wheeling Nailers as many points as possible. On Monday night, Killeen made 30 saves on 31 shots, and Peter Merth picked up his first goal in over a year. Unfortunately, those performances fell just short, as the Elmira Jackals snuck away with a 2-1 shootout victory in front of 4,193 fans at First Arena.12/26/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111222.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, AA affiliate for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, are excited to announce that they have teamed up with the Ronald McDonald House in Morgantown,WV to help raise funds to support families in the Ohio Valley who use Ronald McDonald House Services.12/22/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111221.aspWHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers took home another divisional point on Wednesday night, but it was the Elmira Jackals who ended up with the bonus point. Riley Armstrong broke a 2-2 tie with 1:48 remaining in overtime, lifting the Jackals to a 3-2 victory in front of 2,325 fans at WesBanco Arena.12/21/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111220.aspWHEELING, WV - The Wheeling Nailers, 'AA' Affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens announced today that Forward Chris Barton and Defensemen Peter Merth have been returned to the team from the Wilkes-Barre / Scranton Penguins.12/20/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111218.aspWHEELING, WV- On Sunday afternoon, the Wheeling Nailers moved the puck effectively and efficiently, and at the end of the day, had two points to show for their efforts. Four different players had multiple point nights, as the Nailers picked up a 4-1 victory over the Chicago Express, in front of 2,203 fans at WesBanco Arena.12/18/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111216.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, AA affiliate for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, have announced a player transaction effective immediately. Forward Paul Thompson had been assigned to Wheeling by the Pittsburgh Penguins, from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton12/17/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111217.aspREADING, PA- The location might have changed, but for the second night in a row, the final score was the same, thanks to another strong second period by the Reading Royals. Reading lit the lamp three times in the middle frame, en route to a 6-3 victory over the Wheeling Nailers, in front of 4,327 fans at Sovereign Center.12/17/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111216.aspJOHNSTOWN, PA- For the second straight Friday, the Nailers put more than 50 shots on goal against the Reading Royals. Unfortunately, they ran into a red hot goaltender for the second week in a row, as Joe Palmer stopped 51 of the 54 shots he faced, helping his squad to a 6-3 victory over the Nailers at Cambria County War Memorial Arena.12/16/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111214.aspOn the 10th day of Christmas the Nailers gave to me....12/14/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111213.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, AA affiliate for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, have announced a transaction, effective immediately. Forward Chris Barton has been recalled by the AHL's Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins.12/13/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111211.aspREADING, PA- The Wheeling Nailers had alternated wins and losses for their nine previous games, entering Sunday afternoon's contest with the Reading Royals at Sovereign Center. That streak is now over, as the Nailers erased a 2-1 deficit with three unanswered the goals, doubling up the Royals 4-2 in front of 3,823 fans.12/11/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111210.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, AA affiliate for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, have announced a transaction, effective immediately. Defenseman Peter Merth has been signed to a professional tryout contract by the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins.12/10/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111210.aspWHEELING, WV- For the second night in a row, goaltending was the story, as the Wheeling Nailers played host to the Trenton Titans on Saturday at WesBanco Arena. Peter Delmas made 33 saves to get the upper hand in the goaltending battle, and was helped by goals from Zack Torquato and Patrick Johnson, as the Nailers edged the Titans 2-1 in front of 3,795 fans.12/10/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111209.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, AA affiliate for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, are announcing a transaction, effective immediately. The Hamilton Bulldogs have reassigned defenseman Olivier Dame-Malka to the Wheeling Nailers.12/9/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111209.aspWHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers fired 57 shots on goal against the Reading Royals on Friday night, but it was the visiting Royals who walked away with the two points. Dale Mitchell had two goals and two assists, while Mark Owuya made 55 saves, leading Reading past Wheeling 4-2 in front of 2,625 fans at WesBanco Arena.12/9/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111208.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, AA affiliate for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, are announcing a transaction, effective immediately. The AHL's St. John's IceCaps have re-assigned defenseman Kyle Bushee to the Nailers.12/8/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111207.aspTRENTON, NJ- On Wednesday night, Clark Donatelli made his debut as the Wheeling Nailers' head coach, and his team answered with a solid effort on the ice.12/7/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111206.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, AA affiliate for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, announced today that Clark Donatelli has been named the team’s interim head coach. Donatelli replaces Stan Drulia, who was named the assistant coach of the AHL’s Milwaukee Admirals today.12/5/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111205.aspLast weekend, the Wheeling Nailers began the month of December with a pair of divisonal contests against the Reading Royals and Trenton Titans. Wheeling started the weekend strong, taking out the Royals, 5-1 on Friday night, before coming up short in Saturday's 5-3 loss to the Titans12/5/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111203.aspWHEELING, WV- Denver Manderson netted two goals and added an assist for the Wheeling Nailers on Saturday night, but he and his teammates were unable to overcome the Trenton Titans. Despite firing just 20 shots on goal, the Titans cashed in for five goals, knocking off the hometown Nailers, 5-3 in front of 2,967 fans at WesBanco Arena12/3/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111202.aspREADING, PA- The Wheeling Nailers and Reading Royals began their season series on Friday night with an emotional contest. Wheeling jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the opening period, and never looked back, ultimately building a 5-0 lead, which they turned into a 5-1 victory.12/2/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111202.aspPRINCETON, N.J. – Wheeling Nailers forward Chris Barton is the Reebok Hockey ECHL Rookie of the Month for November. The 24-year-old scored seven goals, added eight assists assists and was a +6 in 10 games during the month. Barton scored at least one point in all but one game during November.12/2/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111201.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, AA affiliate for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, have made a transaction, which is effective immediately. Wheeling has traded forward Chris Kushneriuk to the Bakersfield Condors, in exchange for defenseman Adam Ross.12/1/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111128.aspThe Wheeling Nailers completed their three-game season series against the Gwinnett Gladiators on Thanksgiving weekend with a two-game set at The Arena at Gwinnett Center. Both teams picked up one victory, giving Wheeling a 2-1 edge in the season series, and a 4-3 road record against the South Division11/28/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111125.aspDULUTH, GA- With the score tied at one after two periods of play, the Gwinnett Gladiators netted a pair of goals in the third, picking up their lone win of the season series against the Wheeling Nailers.11/25/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111125.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, AA affiliate for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, are excited to announce holiday ticket packages that are available for purchase now.11/25/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111124.aspDULUTH, GA- Andrew Hotham and the Wheeling Nailers celebrated Thanksgiving with a feast of points on Thursday night at The Arena at Gwinnett Center. Hotham had two goals and two assists, leading his team to a 5-1 victory over the Gwinnett Gladiators in front of 4,170 fans.11/24/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111123b.aspNew in 2011, the Wheeling Nailers, AA Affiliate for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, are excited to launch an initiative aimed at recognizing those in the community that go above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of others.11/23/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111123.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, AA Affiliate for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, are excited to announce a pair of promotions that will take place during the weekend of December 9th-11th, when the team plays two home games at WesBanco Arena.11/23/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111122.aspPRINCETON, N.J. – Chris Barton of the Wheeling Nailers is the Sher-Wood Hockey ECHL Player of the Week for Nov. 14-20. 11/22/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111121.aspLast Week Tue. 11/15 - Elmira Jackals 3 @ WHEELING NAILERS 5 Fri. 11/18 - Trenton Titans 2 @ WHEELING NAILERS 3 (OT) Sun. 11/20 - Trenton Titans 3 @ WHEELING NAILERS 211/21/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111120.aspJOHNSTOWN, PA- For the first time in four meetings this season, the Trenton Titans got the best of the Wheeling Nailers. Adam Presizniuk broke a 2-2 tie with 4:15 left in the third period, lifting the Titans to a 3-2 win at Cambria County War Memorial Arena.11/20/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111118.aspJOHNSTOWN, PA- For the second time this season, the Nailers went to overtime, and for the second time this season, they came out on top. Ben Farrer's second tally of the season lifted the Nailers to a 3-2 victory over the Trenton Titans in front of 2,653 fans at Cambria County War Memorial Arena.11/18/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111115.aspWHEELING, WV- Tuesday's game was an early start between the Wheeling Nailers and Elmira Jackals, and with lots of youngsters in attendance, the host Nailers brought attendance into an already jumping WesBanco Arena. Wheeling scored twice in a span of 21 seconds in the middle period, and ended up beating the Jackals, 5-3 in front of 3,865.11/15/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111112.aspESTERO, FL- The Wheeling Nailers saved their best for last in the final game of a three-game series against the Florida Everblades. With the score tied at one at the end of two periods of play, the visiting Nailers exploded for three in the third, as they picked up a 4-1 victory in front of 5,118 fans at Germain Arena.11/12/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111111.aspESTERO, FL- Alex Hutchings' hat trick led an offensive attack for the Florida Everblades, that saw them find the back of the twine seven times on Friday night. Nick Plastino and Cody Chupp scored for the Wheeling Nailers, who fell 7-2 in front of 4,122 fans at Germain Arena.11/11/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111109.aspESTERO, FL- The Wheeling Nailers limited the Florida Everblades to just 16 shots on goal in Wednesday night's contest, but the Everblades were able to capitalize on their limited chances. Florida lit the lamp four times in a span of 6:30 in the first period, and proceeded to defeat Wheeling 4-1 in front of 3,546 fans at Germain Arena.11/9/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111109.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, announced today that forward Matt Rust has been signed by the team. In addition, left winger Ryan Schnell has been loaned to the team from the Wilkes-Barre / Scranton Penguins of the American Hockey League.11/9/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111108.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, announced today that forward Cody Chupp has been returned to the team from the Wilkes-Barre / Scranton Penguins.11/8/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111107.aspWheeling Nailers' shooters saw lots of red lights this past weekend, as they found the back of the net ten times in two games. Wheeling's record for the week was 1-1, as they fell 6-5 to the Kalamazoo Wings on Friday, before rebounding for a 5-1 road win against the Trenton Titans on Saturday.11/7/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111105.aspTRENTON, NJ- Peter Delmas came just one minute away from shutting out the Trenton Titans, but ended up helping his team to the two points just the same.11/5/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111104.aspWHEELING, WV- The Kalamazoo Wings earned nine power plays on Friday night, and took advantage of the chances, capitalizing four times.11/4/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111101.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, 'AA' Affiliate for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, announced today that goaltender Peter Delmas has been recalled by the AHL's Hamilton Bulldogs.11/1/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111031.aspOn Saturday night, the Wheeling Nailers made ECHL history, becoming the first franchise in the 24-year history of the league to reach 800 wins, as they defeated the Trenton Titans 6-4 at WesBanco Arena.10/31/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111030.aspFans at WesBanco Arena were treated to a pair of victories this past weekend, as the Wheeling Nailers took care of business against the Gwinnett Gladiators and Trenton Titans.10/30/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111029.aspWHEELING, WV- Chris Barton gave the 2,260 fans in attendance at WesBanco Arena an early Halloween treat on Saturday night. The rookie forward found the back of the net three times, as the Wheeling Nailers held off the Trenton Titans 6-4, for their fifth consecutive victory.10/29/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111028.aspWHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers and Gwinnett Gladiators played a game on Friday night that needed a bit of extra time to be decided. When it was finally decided, it was the Nailers who came out victorious. 4:18 into overtime, Zack Torquato snapped home a power play goal, lifting his team to a 3-2 win in front of 2,034 excited fans at WesBanco Arena.10/28/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111026.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, AA Affiliate for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, are pleased to announce that they have signed forward Devin DiDiomete to an ECHL Standard Players Contract.10/26/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111024.aspThe Wheeling Nailers took the ice just once this past week, but made the most of that one game, as they defeated their new division rivals, the Elmira Jackals, 3-2 at WesBanco Arena.10/24/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111022.aspWHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers started their home season at WesBanco Arena on Saturday night, as they welcomed former head coach Pat Bingham and the Elmira Jackals to town. The Nailers fell behind 2-0, but battled back with goals by Tim Priamo, Mickael Bedard, and Patrick Johnson to send 3,855 fans home happy with a 3-2 victory.10/22/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111018.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, AA Affiliate for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, are pleased to announce the Montreal Canadiens have assigned two players from the Hamilton Bulldogs to the Nailers.10/18/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111017.aspThe Wheeling Nailers started the 2011-12 season by making some noise in the state of South Carolina.10/17/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111015.aspCHARLESTON, SC- The Wheeling Nailers made their lone trip to South Carolina count, sweeping through the Greenville Road Warriors and South Carolina Stingrays.10/15/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111014.aspGREENVILLE, SC- The 2011-12 season got off to a fantastic start for the Wheeling Nailers, as they visited the Greenville Road Warriors on Friday night.10/14/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111013.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, the ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, are proud to announce the 2011-12 team captains.  Paul Crowder will wear the “C” as the team’s captain, while Peter Merth will wear the “A” as the alternate captain.10/14/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111014.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, the ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens today announced the team’s 2011-12 Opening Roster.10/14/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111011.aspWHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers, the ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins  and Montreal Canadiens,  announced today that they have acquired Matt Lombardi from the Chicago Express.10/11/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20111010.aspWHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers, the ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins  and Montreal Canadiens,  are pleased to announce DJ Abisalih (ah-bih-sell-ah) as the team’s new  Broadcasting and Media Relations Coordinator for the upcoming season.10/10/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111008.aspCINCINNATI, OH – The Wheeling Nailers concluded their 2011 preseason schedule Saturday night with a 3-2 overtime loss to the Cincinnati Cyclones at US Bank Arena.10/8/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111007.aspWHEELING, WV – Friday night inside WesBanco Arena the Wheeling Nailers put on a show for the home fans defeating the Cincinnati Cyclones 4-1 in their preseason debut.10/7/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/recaps/20111006.aspDue to unplayable ice conditions, the preseason contest between the Cincinnati Cyclones and Wheeling Nailers scheduled for Thursday October 6th was cancelled.10/6/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20110923.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, along with Clear Channel Sports Wheeling announce today that all 72 Nailers regular season games as well as all playoff games will be brodcast on the The MIX 97.3 WKWK FM this season.9/23/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20110922.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, proud ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, are proud to announce the addition of new Assistant Coach Clark Donatelli to the team. He will join Head Coach Stan Drulia behind the bench for the Nailers for the team’s 20th season of professional hockey.9/22/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20110908.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, announce today that they have come to an agreement with WTOV 9 and America One Network to broadcast all 36 Nailers road games during the Nailers 20th Anniversary season Live on RTV 9. The live television presentation will transmit the video feed provided through America One Networks Technologies on all RTV9 channels on cable networks throughout the Ohio Valley.9/8/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20110907.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, have agreed to terms with defenseman Chad Langlais9/7/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20110906.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, proud ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, today announced that the teams annual steak fry will be held on Saturday October 1st at the Wheeling Park Ice Rink.9/6/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20110901.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, proud ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, today announced that the Nailers home game versus the Trenton Titans, originally scheduled for Saturday November 19th in Johnstown, PA has been rescheduled.9/1/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20110825.aspThe Wheeling Nailers, proud ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins and Montreal Canadiens, have announced the return of two more players for the 2011-12 season.8/25/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20110805.aspThe Wheeling Nailers are proud to announce that they have extended their affiliation agreement with the Montreal Canadiens (NHL) and Hamilton Bulldogs (AHL) for the 2011-12 season.8/5/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20110804.aspWHEELING, WV – The Wheeling Nailers, the ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins,announced Wednesday their 2011 Preseason schedule. The Nailers will play longtime rival the Cincinnati Cyclones for all three games of the preseason slate.8/4/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20110803.aspWHEELING, WV – The Wheeling Nailers are very pleased to announce that the National Gold & Silver Refinery will be the official presenting sponsor for the 2011-2012 season.8/3/2011http://www.wheelingnailers.com/pages/news/articles/20110720.aspWHEELING, WV – The Wheeling Nailers are pleased to announce Wednesday that the team has agreed to terms with defenseman Kyle Bushee.  Bushee will return for his third season with the Nailers. The signing of Bushee marks the first for the Nailers for the upcoming 2011-2012 campaign7/20/2011