Corpus Christi Holds Fourth Place with Eight Games Remaining
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — The Corpus Christi IceRays (26-20-4, 57 PTS) are closing in on their second consecutive postseason appearance with eight games remaining in the regular season. After splitting a weekend series with Oklahoma, the IceRays magic number to clinch a spot in the Robertson Cup Playoffs is down to six points.
Only three playoff spots remain in the South Division after New Mexico (65 PTS) and El Paso (64 PTS) secured their berths over the weekend. Lone Star (73 PTS) currently leads the division with ten regular-season games left. The race for the final three spots remains tight, with Corpus Christi holding the fourth seed while Shreveport (54 PTS) and Oklahoma (53 PTS) continue to apply pressure from behind. Odessa (47 PTS) is still within striking distance, while Amarillo (40 PTS) sits in last place.
Corpus Christi is aiming to secure a fourth-place finish, which would guarantee home-ice advantage in the first round of the playoffs. The IceRays still have two head-to-head matchups against the Warriors in the final series of the regular season. Both Shreveport and Oklahoma also have one game in hand on Corpus Christi.
This weekend’s home series against the Amarillo Wranglers presents a major opportunity for the IceRays to move closer to clinching a playoff spot and widen the gap over the teams chasing them in the standings. Corpus Christi will host the Wranglers on Friday, March 13, and Saturday, March 14, at the Hilliard Center. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. both nights.
The highlight of the weekend is on Saturday for Old Time Hockey Night presented by Hilliard Law! Steve Carlson, one of the Hanson brothers, from the movie Slap Shot will be holding a special meet and greet at the game! So put on the tin foil and get ready for a weekend packed full of fun!
Below are our upcoming theme nights and promotions for this week and our final home stand:
Youth Sports Night March 13 –
- Presented by Auto National Chevrolet South
- Kids that wear their team’s jersey get in FREE
OLD Time Hockey Night March 14 –
- Presented by Hillard Law
- Special Meet & Greet Autograph Session during 2nd Intermission
- Specialty Slapshot Themed Jerseys
- Post Game Skate with the IceRays & Steve Carlson presented by RTFC
- Jersey Auction on DASH
Fan Appreciation Weekend March 27 & 28
- Billet Appreciation Night
- IceRays Prizes and More!
GRAB YOUR TICKETS NOW
Tickets start at just $5! Student and Active Military Tickets are available at the Hilliard Center Box Office with valid ID.
Grab yours now at www.goicerays.com, on Ticketmaster, or at the Hilliard Center box office
About Corpus Christi IceRays: The Corpus Christi IceRays, a member of the North American Hockey League playing out of the Hilliard Center in downtown Corpus Christi, TX. For more information or for all your ticketing needs, contact the IceRays Front Office at (361)-814-PUCK or visit www.GoIceRays.com . You can also follow the team through their social media platforms: Facebook @goicerays, Instagram @iceraysnahl, and Twitter @iceraysnahl
About North American Hockey League: Celebrating its 50th season in 2024-25, the NAHL, the only USA Hockey sanctioned Tier II Junior league boasting 35 teams in 20 states from North American. For more information, visit the NAHL website at https://nahl.com/
About Hilliard Center
Hilliard Center is Corpus Christi’s premier entertainment and event complex, proudly owned by the City of Corpus Christi and managed by Oak View Group. Named in partnership with Hilliard Law, a firm dedicated to service and community, the waterfront venue features a state-of-the-art arena, the historic Selena Auditorium, and a versatile convention center overlooking the scenic Corpus Christi Bay. With adaptable spaces, complimentary Wi-Fi, and premium food and beverage offerings, Hilliard Center is designed to deliver exceptional experiences as South Texas’ home for live entertainment, conventions, and community gatherings.
Visit HilliardCenter.com and follow the Hilliard Center on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok for the latest news and event updates.
About Oak View Group (OVG)
Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the Company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents. Visit OakViewGroup.com, and follow OVG on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.
