Alfaro tallied multiple points in a game on seven different occasions, with the biggest of those being a four-point performance against Fort Wayne in a 4-3 overtime win on April 7th. Prow's best season as a Penguin came in 2018-19, when he topped the squad with 50 points. F Jared Cockrell I see myself as an all-around player, who is good on the penalty kill and plays well in my own zone, while contributing to the offense. Louis-Philip Guindon came to Wheeling in May, and had a solid showing in five games, as he posted a .903 save percentage. Team White also came out on top in a shootout that was orchestrated following the game. "I'm excited to get back with a good core of players and a group of familiar faces," Cockrell said. 2021 Wheeling Nailers Training Camp Roster, 2021 Wheeling Nailers Training Camp Schedule. Puck drop between the Penguins and Phantoms is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. WHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers, proud ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins, have announced their broadcast network for the 2021-22 season. Season memberships are available for the 2020-21 season. He led the WHL with 78 assists in 2018-19, and his 111 points ranked third in the league. In 42 career games with Wheeling, DOrio has amassed a 3.31 goals against average, .892 save percentage, one shutout and a 14-21-3 record. "He is a great team guy in our locker room, and we expect him to be a big time contributor to our success this year." "His work ethic is impeccable, and his competitive nature is something that we want to see in all of our players." Starting in the crease, both netminders are returning players, and both hail from the same province - Qubec. Up front, the Nailers return one of their top scorers from a year ago, as Patrick Watling finished tied for the team lead with 48 points in 51 contests. Wheeling Nailers ("us", "we", or "our") uses cookies on the Jake Flegel is one of the new names on defense, and he already made a name for himself in training camp with the Baby Pens, as he dropped the gloves twice. Thu. "Wheeling is a really good organization to play for, as there is a mindset of wanting to win and also developing players to move up to the next level," Stevens said. Wheeling has re-signed forward Sean Josling to an ECHL contract. Coach Jason Spess Athletic Trainer Jared Degler Head Equipment Manager Billy Higgins Team staff history Stevens also excelled in the classroom, as he was an Academic All-Big Ten honoree three years in a row. Although his record was better with Fort Wayne, Louis-Philip's save percentage was .030 higher as a Nailer. Kellen Jones of the Komets was the top producer in the season series, as he collected one goal, nine assists, and ten points in nine games. Player Register. "I am really happy to come back to Wheeling, as we have a tight knit group, and I think we can carry some momentum from last year to this year and have a different start to the season," Watling said. "I love Wheeling, and I love our fans - I felt a big connection with the city, and I am happy to be back in the black and gold." Among the newcomers, Brandon Saigeon is the most experienced at this level, as he posted an 18-point season with Utah in 2019-20. I want to do whatever it takes to help the team win, whether that's scoring goals, blocking shots, or anything in between. Game 7 - Tue. "He is an elite scorer with lots of potential, and we are excited to help him continue to develop at the pro level." Gold and Blue Nation Biggest Fan Contest. If a restricted free agent is not signed to either an offer sheet or a contract by an ECHL team by August 16, the player shall be deemed an unrestricted free agent. F Pierrick Dub D Matt Foley "Ryan has enjoyed tremendous success as both a player and a coach, which we believe will be a key piece, as we look to put a winning team on the ice. They will then shift to Printscape Arena in Canonsburg on Tuesday, October 12th at 1:00 p.m. Ivan notched five points in 15 games at the end of the 2018-19 season, then followed that up with eight points in 38 games, before sitting out in 2020-21. Lekkas, 25, is currently playing in his second professional season, after experiencing a very unique rookie campaign. "Matt Miller got a taste of what it was like in the AHL last year, while also playing big minutes with us," said Nailers Head Coach Derek Army. Kuwabara then moved on to the Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League, where he served as head coach and general manager for the Stoney Creek Warriors and Ancaster Avalanche. #7 D Matt Foley 10:00 a.m. Prior to college, Tim played for the Boston Jr. Bruins and was a USPHL Premier Champion in 2013-14. Lots of personal goals come from team success, so I want to help this team get back to the playoffs and push for a championship. On Wednesday, Prow scored his first NHL goal on his lone shot, was a +1, had two hits, and two blocked shots. He also finished his junior career as nearly a point per game player, as he racked up 60 points in 61 games during the 2016-17 WHL campaign with the Kootenay Ice and Lethbridge Hurricanes. The Broncos represented Western Michigan University and were coached by Andy Murray, in his 10th season. 27 F Sean Josling I can also bring physicality and drop my gloves. In addition to being tied for the lead in points, Watling also finished first on the club in assists (30), power play points (13), and multi-point games (14), while earning ECHL Player of the Week honors twice. D Jake Flegel That performance earned him a call to the AHL, as he went on to play in seven games with the Rochester Americans, which included a 32-save effort in a 3-1 victory over Syracuse for his first AHL win. Luke Lynch continues the Robert Morris University pipeline to Wheeling, and will look to enjoy similar success as his brother Zac did two seasons ago. WHEELING, W.Va. The Wheeling Nailers, proud ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins, have announced their Season-Ending Roster for the Summer of 2021. DOrio rose to prominence with Wilkes-Barre/Scranton during the pandemic-shortened 2020-21 season. Note: The totals presented here may not be exact. Joining all of them will be three forwards making their pro debuts - Cam Hausinger, Felix Par, and Bobby Hampton. D Patrick McNally Brandon Halverson has also spent significant time in the AHL, primarily with the Hartford Wolf Pack, while also appearing in an NHL game with the New York Rangers. Wheeling experienced the largest improvement in the ECHL this season, as it turned a .375 points percentage in 2020-21 into a .542 points percentage in 2021-22. "I coached Ivan in Worcester, and really enjoyed working with him, because he wants to get better every day, and is always looking for ways to develop," said Nailers Head Coach Derek Army. Birks played for Wheeling in 2018-19, then was involved in an NHL trade, which led him to the Rapid City Rush last season. Through 20 career AHL games with Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, the 22-year-old from Kitimat, British Columbia has posted three goals and two assists for five points. Both teams have players who have worn the opposite jersey during their careers. Fellow rookie Chris Ortiz also reached double digits in goals, as the 21-year old enjoyed a stellar first pro season with 12 goals, 26 assists, 38 points, and a +11 rating. Wheeling has acquired forward Shaw Boomhower from the Kansas City Mavericks in exchange for forward Luke Santerno. Guindon finished his second pro season with a 9-5-2 ECHL record, and also earned the opportunity to play in four AHL games with the Laval Rocket. I think the fact that Derek and I both played here is a great recruiting tool, because we can create a strong culture, which will translate onto the ice, and ultimately give us a chance to bring the Kelly Cup home to Wheeling. 19 F Flix Par Matt found success quickly as a pro, as he collected six points in his first eight games, including his first game winning goal, which came in overtime against Greenville. After netting his first goal as a Nailer against his former team, the Florida Everblades, Smith lit the lamp for a second time against the Jacksonville Icemen as part of a two-point, +4 performance. Ryan concluded his playing career with five more years in Japan, then one year each in Korea and Canada. Captain Dylan MacPherson returned to the lineup in late March, and his presence on the ice made a clear impact, as the team posted a winning record with him back. Wheeling has re-signed defenseman Matt Miller to an ECHL contract. 2021-22 Wheeling Nailers [ECHL] Photo Gallery Matthew Alfaro. One of Doherty's top performances with Wheeling came in the team's 1,000th victory on May 26th, when he earned first star honors with a pair of goals. Patrick had a couple of standout performances during the campaign. Starting in the crease, the Nailers have three netminders who all have professional experience. Barker graduated in 2018 with his Masters of Science from California University of Pennsylvania. Eight players were tendered qualifying offers for Wheeling. Had received a Qualifying Offer last summer for the current Season, DID NOT sign an SPC, and has not been traded or released, OR From this list, teams [] Fox Sports Wheeling (1400 AM) will air the majority of the games in 2021-22, in addition to the Wheeling Nailers Power Hour, which is held at the 19th Hole every Tuesday night from 6-7. 36 F Sam Houde Signed an SPC in 2021-22, and was recalled to the NHL/AHL or IIHF team, and has not been traded or released, OR When a restricted free agent receives a contract offer from a team other than the team with the players rights and the restricted free agent wishes to accept the contract offer, the restricted free agent and the offering member must, within 24 hours, notify the ECHL, the team with the players rights and the Professional Hockey Players Association. Chukarov, 26, is entering his third professional season, after spending his first two years with the Worcester Railers. Season memberships are available, and fans can get more information by calling (304) 234-GOAL. "From the coaches to the players, the Wheeling organization is on the upswing, and I am excited to be part of that," Saigeon said. Louis-Philip Guindon came to Wheeling in May, and had a solid showing in five games, as he posted a .903 save percentage. He is willing and able to play a variety of roles in our lineup." With Wheeling, Louis-Philip has posted an 8-4-2 record, a 2.84 goals against average, and a .901 save percentage in 15 games. Louis-Philip Guindon was the winning netminder, as he made 11 saves on 12 shots in the game, then five saves on six shots in the shootout. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. 21 F Matt Alfaro "We had a really good team when I was in Wheeling in 1992-93, and the fans recognized that quickly, as they packed the arena and cheered extremely loudly. A red ribbon marks the 30 years, with 1992 written on the left and 2022 written on the right. For the first 30 days of the regular season, teams can carry a maximum of 21 Players on the active roster, no more than 19 of whom may be skaters, at any one time. Cdric Desruisseaux opened the year with 23 points in 39 games with the Trois-Rivires Lions, before the AHL's Laval Rocket loaned him to Wheeling, where he immediately hit his stride with seven points in 11 games. "He is the ultimate competitor, and we are looking for him to take major strides in his development this year." Bobby Hampton worked extremely hard from the outset, as he came to training camp with a tryout, and turned that into 17 points in 50 games. WHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers, proud ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins, have announced a trade. Up front, the Nailers return one of their top scorers from a year ago, as Patrick Watling finished tied for the team lead with 48 points in 51 contests. "Last season, I got to dip my toes into the pro hockey life, which was a huge learning experience, so now I feel more prepared," Miller said. Par started this past season in Victoriaville, before getting traded to Cape Breton, where he wrapped up his junior career with 13 points in 22 games for the Eagles. #27 F Sean Josling I love that Ryan is a former Thunderbird, who embraces Wheeling, and both of us have unfinished business to take care of." Both have spent time in the AHL, including MacPherson last season with the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins. F Brendan Harris Matt was a reliable player in the defensive zone, and finished the year even in the +/- category. "Matt Foley is a heart and soul teammate, and we saw that first hand in Jacksonville, when he got hurt, but stayed out there and blocked two shots," Army said. W H E E L I N G N A I L E R S B O O S T E R C L U B. That was the first of three overtime goals for the Perkiomenville, Pennsylvania native, who leads the Nailers in that category. Season [ edit] The Nailers want you to join #NailersArmy and get your playoff tickets now by visiting wheelingnailers.com or by calling (304) 234-GOAL. Adam Smith had a career year offensively, as he racked up 23 points, while leading the team with 66 games played and a +17 rating. The first training camp roster for Head Coach Derek Army and Assistant Coach Ryan Kuwabara consists of 14 forwards, nine defensemen, and two goaltenders for a total of 25 players. Wheeling has had the longest consecutive tenure in one city in ECHL history, and its 65 NHL graduates are also the most ever. Wheeling Nailers 2022 Goal Horn Elite Goal Horns 23.7K subscribers Join Subscribe 6.2K views 11 months ago #ECHL #Nailers Wheeling Nailers goal horn used during the 2020-21 ECHL season. Shaw Boomhower filled up all of the stat categories, as he produced 13 points in 31 games, while leading the squad with 127 penalty minutes. 2023 Fort Wayne Komets, 1010 Memorial Way, Suite 100, Fort Wayne, IN 46805 | (260) 483-0011 Tim Doherty also had his first year of pro hockey end successfully, as he collected seven goals in 14 games in a Wheeling uniform. Wheeling Nailers - ECHL - hockey team page with roster, stats, transactions at Eliteprospects.com Tickets | Awards | EP Shop | EP Rinkside Signed an SPC in 2021-22 with the Member, and has not been traded or released, OR F Matt Ustaski He posted a 5-1-1 record in April, and allowed three goals or less in seven of his last nine appearances. Wheeling is opening the season with 26 players - 15 forwards, eight defensemen, and three goaltenders. The Wheeling Nailers, considered one of the top things to do in Wheeling, West Virginia, provide affordable family entertainment for fans throughout the Ohio Valley. "I'm looking forward to a fresh start and building a relationship with my new teammates. The Nailers posted their best record with the blueliner in the lineup (minimum 25 games), and he was also selected as the winner of the Fan Choice Player of the Year Award. From this list, teams are entitled to reserve rights to the maximum of eight players, by extending a qualifying offer to them by July 23rd. D Aaron Thow WHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers gave their fans a preview of what's to come on Friday night, as they played an intrasquad scrimmage at WesBanco Arena. The Nailers will open their 2021 training camp at the UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex in Cranberry on Monday, October 11th at 12:10 p.m. Up front, Cody Sylvester is one of two forwards who has played in Wheeling before, as he led the 2013-14 team with 24 goals. Starting in the crease, the Nailers have one familiar face and one new face to start their training camp. When a restricted free agent receives a contract offer from a team other than the team with the players rights and the restricted free agent wishes to accept the contract offer, the restricted free agent and the offering member must, within 24 hours, notify the ECHL, the team with the players rights and the Professional Hockey Players Association. His 51 points in a season are the sixth most in club history by a blueliner, and he needs just one more point to jump into a tie for fifth with Ray DiLauro (2004-05). #2 D Dylan MacPherson No more than four of the eight can be veterans (260 regular season professional hockey games), players on open qualifying offers cannot be traded, and if a player signs a contract prior to July 23rd, that team does not have to extend a qualifying offer to said player. The Lvis, Qubec native will be the second member of his family to play in the ECHL. "I had a great relationship with Derek Army when I was in Worcester, and I know he is extremely passionate about building a winner in Wheeling," Chukarov said. WHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers, proud ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins, have announced their season opening roster for the 2020-21 season. That performance earned him selections on the USports (West) First All-Star Team and USports All-Canadian Second Team. L-P got the edge and nearly skated away with a shutout, as he made 21 saves on 22 shots in a nail-biting 2-1 road win. In his first full season (2016-17), MacPherson posted a +18 rating, helping the Tigers to a 51-win season - the second highest total in the league. Josh's 17 goals are the most in a single season by a rookie defenseman in team history, and that is also the tied for third highest total in a single season for a defenseman all-time. Teams that extend a valid qualifying offer to a non-veteran player shall retain the rights to that qualified player for one playing season. WHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers, proud ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins, have announced their 2022 Protected List. Dylan dished out seven assists for Wheeling and finished even in +/-, but his impact on the team was felt in a deeper capacity. D Bo Hanson D Luke Bafia The modern day circle with Wheeling Nailers written in Vegas gold colored Easterly font completes the logo. F Matthew Quercia 38 D Niclas Almari, WHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers, proud ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins, have announced their schedule for the Central Division Semifinal Round of the 2022 Kelly Cup Playoffs. May 2 at Fort Wayne, 7:30 33 G Alex D'Orio Accept all cookie used by us or third party partners for better performance, analytics, advertising. He was named to an end of season USports (West) all-star team on three occasions, and was named to the USports All-Rookie Team in 2016-17. After August 9, if the veteran player or goaltender is not signed to a contract by the team, the veteran or goaltender shall be deemed a restricted free agent and shall be entitled to seek and secure offers of employment from other ECHL teams. The 2022 Central Division Semifinal Series between the Wheeling Nailers and Fort Wayne Komets will begin at Allen County War Memorial Coliseum on Friday and Saturday, before heading to WesBanco Arena on April 27th, 29th, and 30th (if necessary). WHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers, proud ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins, have announced their Season-Ending Roster for the Summer of 2021. Season-Ending Rosters may include up to 20 players, and cannot include any players who did not sign an ECHL contract in 2020-21. 29 AT WHEELING, 7:10 ", WHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers, proud ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins, are excited to announce their fifth player signing of the 2021 offseason. As an overager, Hausinger tacked on 38 points and mixed things up to a tune of 84 penalty minutes, giving him final WHL numbers of 68 goals, 93 assists, 161 points, and 335 penalty minutes in 317 games. Hausinger's career continued to blossom with his next team, the Kootenay Ice, as he racked up 21 goals, 22 assists, and 43 points in a career-high 70 games. If a player has already signed a contract for 2021-22, that player does not need to be tendered a qualifying offer. So far this season, Lekkas has gone 1-1-0, appearing in one game each for the Komets and Orlando Solar Bears. Brendan Harris and Jared Cockrell both still qualify as rookies, but both gained valuable experience at the conclusion of last season. The Hicksville, New York native was a key player in Indy's push to qualify for the 2021 Kelly Cup Playoffs, as he tallied ten points in the final 15 games. He is joined by Louis-Philip Guindon, who had a .903 save percentage in five games as a Nailer to close out his rookie season. Get the Android Weather app from Google Play, Ice-skating rink planned at Franciscan Square, Brown and Vance pushing passes of Railway Safety, New position will help business at local airport, Greenhouses at Marshall County schools now open, VIDEO: Black bear surprises principal at school dumpster, Steubenville crowned 5A OVAC champs over John Marshall, Shadyside wins first OVAC title since 1994, Caldwell wins 3A OVAC title game over Martins Ferry, Oak Glen wins 3rd consecutive OVAC 4A championship. The 22-year-old logged a 6-3-1 record and finished fourth in the league in goals against average (2.18) as well as fifth in save percentage (.915). Prior to turning pro, the Middleboro, Massachusetts native attended Merrimack College, where he majored in Communications/Sports Management, while playing four years of college hockey for the Warriors. 7 D Matt Foley Then, on Saturday night, the entire offensive exploded to put eight goals on the scoreboard in an 8-2 thumping of the Wings. Wheeling Nailers vs. Fort Wayne Komets In place of Friday's game, the Nailers will play an intrasquad scrimmage at WesBanco Arena, beginning at 7:10. Cam Hausinger and Felix Par played their junior hockey on different sides of the continent, but both bring a mixture of skill and toughness to the table. DJ Abisalih puts on the headset for his 11th season as the Voice of the Nailers, and will be calling the action for every game. WHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers, proud ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins, are excited to announce their 14th player signing of the 2021 offseason. AHL contract Sam Houde played just under half of the season with the Nailers, but he made the most of that time, as he ended up slightly behind Watling with 1.39 points per game, as he racked up 43 points in 31 games, led by a six-point night in December. This is the first key date for ECHL teams in the 2022 offseason. Wheeling will play a home-and-home series against the Fort Wayne Komets on Friday, October 15th and Saturday, October 16th. Hutchison, 26, enters his second professional season, after collecting six goals, 13 assists, and 19 points in 47 games as a rookie with the Indy Fuel. Wheeling and Fort Wayne will be entering their ninth season as ECHL rivals, as the Komets joined the league in 2012. "We were excited when we got Jesse Lees in the trade from South Carolina, and he quickly became an important piece to our team," said Nailers Head Coach Derek Army. ", WHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers, proud ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins, are excited to announce their third player signing of the 2021 offseason. both grew up playing junior hockey for the Pittsburgh Hornets. The 30th season of professional hockey in Wheeling is a big celebration, as it is a time to look back at the great history the team has enjoyed, while looking ahead to more exciting times to come. Each team was entitled to reserve the rights to a maximum of eight qualified players. Jesse amassed ten goals, six assists, and 16 points in 27 games with the Nailers, and became just the fifth rookie defenseman in team history to reach double digits in goals. F Matt Alfaro WHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers, proud ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins, have announced a trade, which takes effect immediately. The jersey is trimmed in black, white, and red, and has black shoulders. Player Register. Oct. 12- Practice at Printscape Arena, 1:00 p.m. Wed. Oct. 13- Practice at WesBanco Arena, 10:30 a.m. Thu. of Hockey Operations Mark French Jake Flegel is one of the new names on defense, and he already made a name for himself in training camp with the Baby Pens, as he dropped the gloves twice. The Nailers will open their 2021 training camp at the UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex in Cranberry on Monday, October 11th at 12:10 p.m. The Nailers will open their 2021 training camp at the UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex in Cranberry on Monday, October 11th at 12:10 p.m. Manage Settings The Calgary, Alberta native leads the Nailers with 22 penalty minutes. 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