Tag Archives: Zach Jordan

Monsters defeat Wolves 4-2, complete season sweep

Posted on by
Advertisements

Fresh off an entertaining win Saturday, the Cleveland Monsters came into Sunday afternoon with a chance to sweep the season series from the Wolves. Cleveland took full advantage and made sure to send the Cleveland crowd home happy.

1st Period

The 1st period started off like two boxers trying to jab their opponents and get a feel for the game, just waiting for the opportune time to land a hook. It was the Monsters who landed that big blow first as Tristan Mullins scored his second goal of the season, giving Cleveland an early 1-0 lead 5:38 into the period. Zach Jordan (2) and Ole Bjorgvik-Holm (4) assisted on the first goal of the game.

Cleveland continued their assault on Chicago’s goal and in double barrel fashion Brett Gallant took control of the puck in Chicago’s zone and put it past Connor Ingram into the net to make is 2-0 Monsters. Thomas Schemitsch was credited with an assist on the goal, his ninth of the campaign.

Brett Gallant said during postgame that the goal came after a “Breakdown in our end” and “Didn’t know where the puck was and got lucky”.

Coach Mike Eaves would emphasize the importance of Brett Gallant on this roster after the game. “Such a sitting influence in practice, the bench, and the locker room”. Later adding “Really good with the younger guys on the bench and locker room”.

A Wyatt Newpower tipping penalty had the Monsters at a disadvantage as the 1st period winded down. Cleveland’s penalty kill did their job well until the final second as Chicago netted their first goal of the game. The Wolves challenged their inner boxer that has been knocked down and beaten up early, but refusing to give up.

Chicago held an advantage in the shots on goal department (9-7), but Cleveland’s conversion rate was better overall. Considering the Monsters scored against full strength and the Wolves scored on a power play, it was a bit more difficult for Cleveland to score, twice nonetheless.

2nd Period

The second stanza in this one started off exactly like the first, with both teams feeling each other out. The only difference is that the time it took before making big moves and/or hits was cut significantly. Both the Wolves and Monsters were much more aggressive and willing to take chances. They were also more apt to taking big hits on each other, something that was a bit more tentative in the 1st period.

A penalty for too many men on the ice put the Monsters in penalty kill mode just a little under midway through the period. There were a few times that Chicago looked like they were going to capitalize on the Cleveland penalty, but their special teams went to work and kept the Wolves at bay.

Shortly after the Monsters were unable to convert on their own power play, Tyler Angle came to the rescue and increased Cleveland’s lead back to two. It was Angle’s ninth goal of the season, assisted by Liam Foudy (12) and Jake Christiansen (10).

Cleveland finished ahead in shots on goal in the 2nd period, holding a 12-10 advantage. Add in the fact that Monsters scored and the Wolves did not it was a bit more encouraging than the 1st period when Chicago held the shot advantage.

3rd Period

It was another similar start to the 3rd period. There was one exception, the time it took to get to big time body blows was quite short. The Monsters and Wolves were more than ready to deliver the big hits. On a scale of 1-10, the intensity was an easy 11.

As the period progressed the physical nature of the hits only increased. Not only were they becoming more frequent, they seem to have had a purpose. Each trip into the offensive zone was a test of toughness for those involved. Any player that went for the puck was inviting an onslaught of brutality from their opponent. For those who hold a special place in their heart for old school hockey this must have been heaven.

The physicality took a break for a moment as the Wolves pulled within one with 4:04 left to play in the period. The shot went to the left of Matiss Kivlenieks right into the back of the net.

Chicago’s last ditch effort to send the game into overtime was all for naught as Tyler Angle scored an empty netter with just over a minute and a half left to play. It was the second of the game for Angle and 10th of the season. Angle was assisted by Liam Foudy, his 13th assist.

Coach Eaves would state after the game that “Chicago is a very good team” and “They make us better when we play them”. Based off the result of the game, it is pretty safe to say that is a true statement.

Monsters take down Americans 6-3

Posted on by
Advertisements

The Cleveland Monsters were victorious again, coming away with a 6-3 win over the visiting Rochester Americans at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.

There was a five-game winning streak on the line, including three in a row over Rochester for the Cleveland Monsters. Cleveland was more than up to challenge as they won their sixth straight game with a 6-3 win over the visiting Americans.

The Monsters held a slim 3-2 lead last the game headed into the 3rd and final period. Cleveland was being dominated in the shots on goal department (21-13), but still managed to be ahead. Ensuring that they would not let this game slip away, the Monsters were able to add three more goals in the period en route to their three-goal victory.

There are two key statistics that stick out from this game. The fact that Cleveland was better on the power play and only having two penalties in the entire game. Cleveland was able to capitalize on 1 of 2 chances while Rochester failed to score on their lone opportunity. As far as penalties go, Tristan Mullin was called for roughing in the 1st and Tyler Sikura got hit with a high-sticking call in the 3rd.

Matiss Kivlenieks got the start in goal and was able to save 28 0f 31 shots on goal. Rochester fired shot after shot at Kivlenieks and he was able to do just enough to put the Monsters in position to win.

Scoring notes

Luke Moncada scored his first goal of the season with assists from Dillon Simpson (5) and Liam Foudy (8) in the 1st period.

Cleveland took the lead in the 2nd on a goal from Tyler Angle, his sixth of the season. Wyatt Newpower and Cliff Pu each got their fourth assist of the season.

Zach Jordan made it a 3-1 Monsters lead 14:02 into the second. It was Jordan’s fourth goal on the year with Trsitan Mullin registering his first assist.

Early in the 3rd Tyler Sikura netted a power play goal, his ninth of the campaign to make it 4-1. It was assists from Carson Meyer (8) and Adam Helewka (7) on the goal.

Thomas Schemitsch scored his second goal of the season with 13:28 into the final period. It was the second assist of the game for Foudy and the fifth on the year for Tyler Angle.

With less than a minute to play Wyatt Newpower scored an empty netter to seal the game. It was the second goal of the year for Newpower.

The Monsters begin a road trip to Grand Rapids to take on the Griffins Tuesday.

Monsters come away with 5-3 win over Rochester

Posted on by
Advertisements

The Cleveland Monsters managed to win their fifth consecutive game with their victory in Rochester over the Americans.

Things were not looking great for the Cleveland Monsters with 4 minutes left to play in the 1st period. Rochester held a 2-0 lead and Cleveland seemed to be scrambling for answers, that is when everything changed. The Monsters rattled off four straight goals into the 3rd period en route to their fifth straight win.

Dillon Simpson got things started with a power play goal for the Monsters with just two minutes left in the 1st period. Simpson was assisted by Thomas Schemitsch (8) and Liam Foudy (7).

It was a scoreless 2nd period for both teams, but the 3rd period provided the jolt the Monsters needed.

Tyler Sikura was assisted by Carosn Meyer less than a minute into the 3rd period to tie the game. Ole Bjorgvik-Holm gave Cleveland the lead at the 6:35 mark for his first goal of the season. Matthew Struthers and Zach Jordan were both credited with their first assists of the season on the Bjorgvik-Holm goal. Tristan Mullin also scored his first goal of the season to increase the Monsters lead to two. To keep with a running theme, Brandon Crawley also had his first assist of the season.

After Rochester drew within one, Dillon Simpson gave Cleveland the insurance goal they needed as he scored an empty net goal with just over a minute left to play to secure the 5-3 victory in Rochester. Goaltender Daniil Tarasov managed to get his first assist of the season on the goal in addition to saving 17 of 20 shots on goal.

The Monsters will face the Americans at home Saturday at 4:00 P.M.

Monsters take down Americans 5-1

Posted on by
Advertisements

Cleveland’s one game road trip went about as good as it could have been.

Contrary to the words of Jim Morrison, the Monsters did get out alive as it was a decisive win for the Cleveland Monsters Wednesday. The Monsters they came away with a 5-1 win over the Americans in Rochester.

Cleveland got started early with a goal from Jake Christriansen (3:47), his first of the season. Assisting on the goal was Nathan Gerbe (6) and Adam Helewka (2). It was less than five minutes later that the Monsters doubled up with a goal from Gavin Bayreuther, also his first of the season. Carson Meyer and Justin Scott registered their 5th and 6th assists on the season respectively. It was a special moment for Bayreuther as it was his 100th career AHL point.

The 2nd period was scoreless, but it was not for a lack of trying. Both teams attempted 7 shots on goal, none of which found the net. There was a few penalties for the Monsters in the period. Justin Scott was called for hooking just over a minute into the period. At the 8:02 mark Adam Clendening was sent to the penalty box for slashing. Finally, a fight between Cleveland’s Evan Polei and Rochester’s Dalton Smith saw both going to the box for fighting.

The good news is that the 3rd period saw some action on the scoreboard. Tyler Sikura increased Cleveland’s lead to three 4:18 into the period. With Christiansen assisting this time around and Helewka being credited for his second assist of the game.

The Monsters took advantage of a power play opportunity midway through period as Josh Dunne scored his first goal of the season. It was Christiansen again assisting on the play with Tyler Angle also getting in on the action. With less than four minutes to play Rochester finally got on the scoreboard with a goal Michael Merch, cutting the Cleveland lead down to 3.

Perhaps the most fun goal from a stat line perspective came with just 1:36 left in the game. With the Monsters shorthanded Zach Jordan scored an empty netter to make it 5-1 securing the victory. Thomas Schemitsch was credited with an assist on the play.

It was a stellar start in net for Brad Thiessen as he saved 23 of 24 shots from the Americans on the night.

The Monsters return home Saturday to take on the Grand Rapids Griffins.

Monsters defeat Wolves 4-3 in shootout

Posted on by
Advertisements

The Cleveland Monsters defeated the Chicago Wolves 4-3 in a shootout after squandering an early 3-1 lead in the 1st period.

A much needed win on the road for the Cleveland Monsters as they took down the Chicago Wolves 4-3 in a shootout in their first of two straight matchups.

Cleveland scored first thanks to Tyler Angle’s first goal of the season that was assisted by Dillon Simpson and Andre Peeke. Chicago answered just 12 seconds later to tie things up at 1. The Monsters would add two more goals in the 1st, Zach Jordan made it 2-1 with a power play goal that was assisted by Gavin Bayreuther. Adam Helewka would add one more with Trey Fix-Wolansky and Andrew Peeke assisting on the goal.

The Wolves would scratch and claw their way back as they scored 19 seconds into the 2nd period. Chicago would again score in the 3rd to make it a 3-3- game 2:43 into the 3rd period. Cleveland not being able to score in the 2nd and 3rd periods led to an overtime period, neither team would score and the game proceeded to go to a shootout.

Justin Scott would score the only goal of the shootout while Helewka and Fix-Wolansky did not score as the final score was 4-3.

Matiss Kivlenieks started in goal for the Monsters and made 36 saves on 39 shots on goal. This was Kivenieks’ second game of the year, both were wins for Cleveland. Kivlenisk has saved 63 shots on goal this season and has allowed 6 goals on the year. With the overtime period, Kivleniek’s GAA is just under 3 at 2.89 for the season.

The Monsters have a chance to sweep the two-game series with Chicago Saturday at 4:00 P.M.

Zach Jordan signs contract with Monsters

Posted on by
Advertisements

The Cleveland Monsters have signed 23-year old forward Zach Jordan to an AHL contract.

The Cleveland Monsters made an addition to their roster Friday, signing Zach Jordan to an AHL contract.

Zach Jordan played last season at the University of Nebraska-Omaha. The 23-year old forward finished with 16 points in 35 games by way of 12 goals and 4 assists. This was the second straight season with a decrease in production as Jordan had 26 points (9 goals, 17 assists) in 2018-19 and 28 points (16 goals, 12 assists) in 2017-18.