Saturday, October 17, 2009
Ennis explodes as Pirates pound 'Pack
Tyler Ennis exploded for his first professional points, scoring three goals and an assist to lead Portland past Hartford, 6-3. The center's production stemmed from clicking with linemates Jeff Cowan (2G, 1A) and Nathan Gerbe, who added a goal and three assists. The trio swept the game's three star selections.
T.J. Brennan also collected his first AHL points with a pair of assists. Marc-Andre Gragnani, Mike Kostka, and Mark Mancari added single helpers.
Jhonas Enroth made 27 saves to earn the W, while Drew Schiestel remained in the press box.
The Rundown:
Ennis: 3G, 1A, +2, 6 SOG
Gerbe: 1G, 3A, +2, 4 SOG
Brennan: 2A
Kostka: 1A, +1
Gragnani: 1A
Mancari: 1A
Gogulla: 1 SOG
Weber: 1 SOG
Schutz: 2PIM
Persson: -1
Byron: -1
Legault: -2, 3 SOG
Enroth: 27 saves, W
Schiestel: DNP
The Pirates begin a five-game road swing on Saturday at Manchester.