IceRays Losing Streak Extends to Four Straight
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — The Corpus Christi IceRays (13-15-3) comeback fell just short as the Lone Star Brahams (22-5-4) held on for 3-2 victory at the Hilliard Center Sunday night. The IceRays were handed their fourth straight loss which ties a season long losing streak.
For the second straight a Lone Star power play goal opened the scoring to give the Brahmas an early 1-0 lead. Brahmas defenseman Denver Damphousse tallied the fourth power play goal of weekend for Lone Star as the IceRays penalty kill struggles continue. Moments later, Nick Sinani committed a cross-checking game misconduct putting the Brahmas on five-minute man-advantage with a chance to extend the lead. Despite a few quality chances the IceRays held firm with the help of goalie Xander Miceli to keep the Brahmas off the board. Corpus Christi made a push late but still found themselves trailing after twenty minutes.
The IceRays penalty kill was able to rectify their mistakes in the second period and went a perfect 3-for-3 the rest of the night. Still without a goal through 35 minutes of action the IceRays went to their first power play of the night in search of an equalizer. The IceRays failed to convert but were given a second chance following a second Brahmas penalty with 30 seconds remaining in the period. Andrej Paricka needed just four seconds to find the back of the net and send the game to final period tied at 1-1.
A very territorial beginning to the third period was broken wide open on back-to-back goals from Lone Star just before the halfway point. Gustav Lexell broke the tie on a beautiful give-and-go with Vladimir Saibel who followed up with a goal of his own to give the Brahmas a 3-1 lead. The IceRays would get one back on a Johnny Maruna wrist shot to put Corpus Christi within reach but failed to find a tying goal in the final four minutes. The Brahmas held on to complete the sweep by a final score of 3-2.
NEXT SERIES
The IceRays homestand continues on Friday, January 2, and Saturday, January 3, when the Amarillo Wranglers make their first visit to the Hilliard Center this season. Ring in the new year on Friday with $1 Beer Night and Teacher Appreciation Night where all teachers get in free when they show a valid ID at the box office. Saturday is City County night where all city employees get in free with a valid ID as well! Puck drop is scheduled for 7:05 both nights.
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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 an entertainment complex owned by the city of Corpus Christi and managed by Oak View Group with OVG Hospitality. The complex is in downtown Corpus Christi, Texas and consists of an arena, auditorium, and convention center. The facility hosts numerous conventions, trade shows, exhibitions, live performances, and sporting events. Located directly on the beautiful Corpus Christi Bay downtown, Hilliard Center is flexible for any group offering complimentary Wi-Fi and premium food and beverage options.
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