oster Notes:
There has been a flurry of transactions since the Senators faced Rochester at home last Saturday. Since then, Forward Cole Reinhardt, and goaltender Leevi Merilainen were both called up to NHL Ottawa, while defender Djibril Toure was returned to ECHL Orlando. Belleville hasn’t made any corresponding roster moves or call-ups, but Head Coach Dave Bell said this week that both Jan Jenik and Hayden Hodgson are available to see action this weekend. Jamieson Rees remains on the club’s injured list heading into the weekend.
Click here for a full list of up-to-date transactions. Full lineup details will be available via the B-Sens social channels (@bellevillesens) before the game.
Who to Watch:
Despite Belleville’s struggles last week, one player continues to be a picture of consistency, as forward Stephen Halliday extended his points streak to eight games (three goals, seven assists). Seen primarily as a passer, the former Ohio State University Buckeye is finding a penchant for shooting as well and is developing into an offensive double-threat. Meanwhile, defenceman Max Guenette played in his 200th career AHL games last weekend and, the Quebec-native could become the first Belleville player to reach the 100 point plateau if he notches one tonight.
For the Rocket, rookie forward (and former Quinte Red Devils product) Owen Beck leads the team in scoring with 20 points (seven goals, 13 assists) in 26 games of his first full American Hockey League season. But, it was another fellow rookie stealing the show in Laval’s win at Bridgeport last weekend. Forward Florian Xhekaj (younger brother of Montreal defender Arber Xhekaj) had five points last Sunday, scoring a hat-trick, adding a pair of helpers, and four shots on goal.
Follow the Action:
Puck drop tonight is set for 7:00 p.m. ET from Place Bell in Laval, QC. Broadcast coverage begins at 6:50 p.m. ET with David Foot and can be seen on
AHLTV on FloHockey, or heard free on the
Belleville Sens Entertainment Network.