Iowa Heartlanders news release
Coralville, Iowa – The Iowa Heartlanders, proud ECHL affiliate of the Minnesota Wild and Iowa Wild, fell to the Wheeling Nailers, 3-1, Saturday at Xtream Arena. Pavel Novak scored Iowa’s lone goal. This was the second game between the teams this weekend.
Taylor Gauthier made 25 saves for Wheeling and earned his fourth victory ever against Iowa. Hunter Jones made 19 saves for Iowa.
After a scoreless first period, Justin Addamo opened up scoring for the Nailers on the first shot of the second. Novak tied the game 42 seconds later on a goal assisted by Will Calverley and Anthony Firriolo. Tanner Laderoute scored the go-ahead goal 7:53 into the second period.
Despite 13 shots in the closing frame, Iowa was unable to come back from the one-goal deficit. Laderoute cemented the lead with an empty net goal at 18:35. Iowa ended the night with 26 shots on goal.
Upcoming Home Games
The Heartlanders take on Kalamazoo on Wed., Feb. 7 at 6:35 p.m. at Xtream Arena. Iowa hosts Country Night, on Fri., Feb. 9 at 6:35 p.m. vs. Cincinnati. The game features $6 domestic drafts and $3.50 fountain drinks. On Sat., Feb. 10 at 6:05 p.m. vs. Cincinnati, Iowa is home again for Cancer Awareness Night. Join us as we recognize the fight against all forms of cancer and honor those that have battled and are currently fighting cancer.
The Heartlanders are home for Valentine’s Day on Wed., Feb. 14 at 6:35 p.m. vs. Indy, a perfect last-minute gift to take your loved ones to the game. On Friday, Feb. 16 at 6:35 p.m. vs. Indy, it’s Star Wars Night at Xtream Arena. Celebrate with characters on the concourse.
The Heartlanders oppose Indy again on Sat., Feb. 17 at 6:05 p.m. for Blackout Night, presented by DASH Auctions. The Heartlanders will have a glow banger giveaway to the first 1,500 fans. Wear black to the game, and the team will wear special blackout jerseys that will be available for auction on the DASH Auctions app.