PR - Clubbers

Has The Skid Finally Stopped?

BY Mike Oxolong for The Evening Telegram

After a very promising start the Clubbers had fallen on hard times. Going 0-3 in the last 3 games. Tonights game saw a determined effort against arguably the stingiest defence in the league. The Clubbers found themselves facing a Raider team that has only allowed 26 goals so far this year. Despite a very close game, game star Patrick Marleau's power play goal early in the third proved to be the game winner.

Meanwhile on the pros young goaltender Fleury has found himself back up to a very capable Roman Turek. Coach Nolan has expressed his disappointment in Fleuries performance so far this year and is hoping a little time on the bench will help him regain his focus. Coach Nolan" We are aware that Marc is our goaltender for the future, unfortunately last year we had to put Marc in there every game and he was really unable to develope his skills, this year he will get a chance to observe Roman and maybe take some pointers."

The past week has also seen a major shake-up on the team as well. Gone is long-time Clubber Jason Arnott as well as Mike Rathje and Scott Gomez. In their place are new faces Jason Allison, Patrick Marleau, and Jason Smith. There was also a shake-up on the farm, the loss of Matt Smaby and Anton Skorykh has done little to stop the early season domination. Lead by rookie Kevin Leland and his miniscule 0.50gaa....the Pelts now lead the league. It is hoped that he may be the next Barry Brust.

Tomorrow the Clubbers are at home to a young Canucks team.....hopefully another win is on its way