Sound Tigers Go Pink

The Bridgeport Sound Tigers took on the Norfolk Admirals for the second time in one weekend on Jaunary 15th.  This time, on pink ice.  The Admirals participate in an annual "Pink in the Rink" event where the ice is dyed pink to bring awareness to breast cancer and to help raise money for the Tidewater branch of Susan G. Komen for the Cure.  Some players on both teams even taped their sticks pink for the occasion.

You'll note the fourth photo, Dustin Tokarski is the Admirals goalie. No relation (that I know of.)  But I couldn't help but get a shot of the name.  Bridgeport's goalie, Joel Martin, who recently signed to a two-way contract and was assigned to Bridgeport, had 48 saves that night in his first start as a Sound Tiger, thats a season high for the team.  The Sound Tigers lost that evening 3-2 despite Martin's saves.

On Saturday, Ty Wishart (in photographs two and five) made his NHL debut with the New York Islanders against the Ottawa Senators.  Wishart had a two-assist night, and Islanders Head Coach Jack Capuano said, "For the speedy bunch of forwards that he had tonight I thought he played really well.  He was composed, he moved the puck, and he kept it simple.  He was pretty impressive to tonight."  The Isles went on to win 5-3.

In other Bridgeport/Islander news, goalie Mikko Koskinen (photo nine) was recalled from Bridgeport on February 5th.

Ty Wishart

Goalies Mikko Koskinen and Joel Martin.

Between the 2nd and 3rd period a jersey issue calls for the sewing machine to be brought out as the equipment manager goes to work.

Bridgeport V. Norfolk - Game 1

On Friday, January 14th, the Bridgeport Sound Tigers took on the Norfolk Admirals at the Scope Arena in Norfolk, Virginia.  The Admirals first goal was just 3:03 into the game.  But just before the first period ended, the Sound Tigers tied up the game with a goal from number 25, Brett Motherwell. 

During a second period power play, the Admirals took the lead to make it 2-1.  But Michael Haley, 18, tied up the game.  That was short lived though, as the Admirals responded with another goal during their man-advantage to make it 3-2.  At the end of the second period a few punches were thrown as players were getting ready to head to the locker rooms.

Just 5 minutes into the third period the Admirals made it 4-2, and with 2:19 left in the game the Admirals stuck again to end the game at 5-2.  Goalie Mikko Koskinen, made 30 saves that night.

(Assistant Coach Matt Bertani)

Hockey in Virginia

This weekend I am out shooting the Bridgeport Sound Tigers.  Here are some screen shots from the Bridgeport Sound Tigers website where my photos are used from last nights game. The Sound Tigers are taking on the Norfolk Admirals, in Norfolk, Virginia at the Scope Arena.  (The Admirals are the Tampa Bay Lightening NHL affiliate.)  Last nights game the Sound Tigers were defeated by the Admirals 5-2.  Tonight the match up beings at 7:15pm and will be played on pink ice.  The Admirals participate in an annual "Pink in the Rink" event where the ice is dyed pink to bring awareness to breast cancer and to help raise money for the Tidewater branch of Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

The second screen shot is about the recently signed  forward Olivier Labelle and defenseman Wes O'Neill to professional tryout contracts (PTO).  This is O'Neill's second PTO with the team. 

The third screen shot is for a preview on Saturday nights game.

Check back for more photos from each individual game. Have a great weekend everyone. Go Steelers!