Phillips First Pro Goal and Multi-Point Game Helps Heat Beat the Reign
STOCKTON, CALIF. – Matthew Phillips scores his first pro goal and records his first pro multi-point effort as the Heat took down the Ontario Reign 5-1 on Friday at Stockton Arena. The Heat got off to as good of a start as they have all season long with Alan Quine scoring for the Heat in the opening moments of the game. After dominating possession and shots, the Heat would break through again before the final buzzer thanks to Phillips to make it 2-0 after one period of play. The Heat kept things going in the second thanks to Oliver Kylington who backhanded a shot past Ontario goalie Cal Petersen before the visitors would get on the board with a shorthanded goal midway through the contest. Kylington would add his second goal of the night and third point of the evening in the third period, as would Quine as the Heat cruised to the 5-1 victory.
The Heat head out on a three-game road trip starting on Sunday against the Reign at 3:00 p.m. followed by the first two games of the season in Colorado against the Eagles on Tuesday and Wednesday, both games at 6:05 p.m. PST. Fans can catch the road games live on AHLTV or can watch the games at Channel Brewing Co. in Downtown Stockton. The team is set to return home on Friday, November 16 against the Tucson Roadrunners at Stockton Arena. It’s another Fry Day of the season, presented by Golden State Restaurant Group McDonald’s. Fans can bring their receipts from participating locations to the Stockton Arena Ticket Office for a buy one, get one free ticket! Fans can also participate in our all new Chuck-A-Patty game during the intermission for a chance to win cash and McDonald’s swag! Find participating McDonald’s locations and learn more by visiting stocktonheat.com/fryday! Fans can also earn a FREE ticket to the game on November 16 by donating a new or gently used coat to the Stockton Arena ticket office, which will benefit the Stockton Cares Blanket, Coat and Sock Drive!
SCORING SUMMARY
1st Period
HEAT GOAL: F Alan Quine (1) rush into the offensive zone is wristed past the goalie short side from the right circle (Kylington, Phillips assists) (3:21)
HEAT GOAL: F Matthew Phillips (1) turnover in the right circle is shot over the right pad of the goaltender and in (Unassisted) (16:43)
Shots: STK – 18 | ONT – 5
2nd Period
HEAT GOAL: D Oliver Kylington (4) pass from the right circle is backhanded from the slot past the goalie’s legs (Quine, Foo assists) (4:36)
Ontario Goal: F Kyle Bauman (1) two-on-one rush is passed into the slot and shot past the goalie on his blocker hand side (Herr assist) (9:24) (SH)
Shots: STK – 16 | ONT – 10
3rd Period
HEAT GOAL: D Oliver Kylington (5) pass from the right-wing boards finds the defender on the back door who shoots into the top corner of the net past the goalie attempting the desperation save (Pollock, Graovac assists) (2:46)
HEAT GOAL: F Alan Quine (2) intercepted pass in the defensive zone is skated coast to coast and shot past the goalie’s blocker hand (Unassisted) (13:54)
Shots: STK – 12 | ONT – 7
GOALIES
W: Jon Gillies (22 shots, 21 saves)
L: Cal Petersen (46 shots, 41 saves)
NOTABLE STATISTICS
Three Stars: 1- Matthew Phillips (1 goal, 1 assist) 2- Oliver Kylington (2 goals, 1 assist) 3- Alan Quine (2 goals, 1 assist)
Final Shots: STK – 46 | ONT – 22
Power Plays: STK – 0-5 | ONT – 0-2
Matthew Phillips (1 goal, 1 assist) records his first point of the season, an assist, and his first AHL point since April 15, 2017
Phillips followed his first point of the year up with his first goal of his pro career and his first multi-point game of his pro career
Oliver Kylington (2 goal, 1 assist) records his second multi-point game of the season and second three-point night of the season (third of his career)
Alan Quine (2 goals, 1 assist) records his first AHL goal of the season after returning to the lineup missing 8 games
For Quine it’s his first goal in the AHL since October 27, 2017 while playing with the Bridgeport Sound Tigers in a game at Hartford
It was Quine’s second multi-point game of the season
Kerby Rychel (1 assist) has points in back-to-back games (1-1-2)
Tyler Graovac (1 assist) records his 150th pro point (NHL and AHL)
Stockton put a season-high of 46shots . Their previous high was 38 shots in a single game that had occurred twice this season
QUOTES
“It feels good. I think I’ve worked hard since the season started and had some good looks, so it was good to have one go in. It was fun, we played one of our best games of the year and it was nice to be a part of the offense and contribute.” – Matthew Phillips on scoring his first pro goal
“Once you get the first one you just relax, play your game and not think to much. I’m going to just take a deep breath and play my game.” – Phillips on getting the monkey off his back
“That was our focus this week was to play a full 60 minutes and play the right way. We took less penalties which is a big help and I think we were just working hard. Our little details working a lot better than in past games, so when that stuff gets pieced together outcomes like that will happen.” – Phillips on the Heat playing a full 60 minutes against Ontario
“Focus on the little things we did well, stay disciplined that’s huge. Don’t hand them any momentum. We’ll go over this game and look at the little things we did and take those into Sunday.” – Phillips on starting a three-game road trip on Sunday and taking momentum from tonight’s result
“I felt good. Our team played a full 60 minutes and when I was hurt, the staff did a good job of keeping me in shape, so I felt good out there.” – Quine on returning after missing eight games due to injury
“It’s frustrating for sure when you know you can help out the team, it’s no fun watching, so I was hungry to get back in and made a good job of making sure I was ready. It was fun to be a part of tonight.” – Quine on watching the team while he was injured from the sidelines
“Well hopefully it’s a page turn for us. I think guys bought in and everyone competed. I think that’s the focus, that we all play for each other.” – Quine on the team turning the page
“We’re all happy for him, he’s been working hard, and he’s obviously a good player, so things are bound to go well for him. We’re just happy for him and hopefully there’s many more to come.” – Quine on Phillips recording his first pro goal
“I think that was a big game for him to be able to get on the scoreboard. He’s someone who’s scored his whole life, so to be able to get that going at this level was pretty important for him. Made some good plays, was tenacious on the goal as well, so really good night for him.” – Head Coach Cail MacLean on Matthew Phillips game
“I thought there was good committment from the group. They talked about it this week and we worked on making sure that we played direct, predictable and playing the right way. I think the guys deserve credit for sticking with the gameplan, executing well but the big thing was that everyone was on the same page and that’s the way we need to play every night.” – Coach MacLean on the complete effort from his team
“Really good, good pop in his step. Obviously he was executing with the puck but his speed looked good and I think a lot credit has to go to [Heat Strength and Conditioning Coach] Rick Davis for that. He’s been working with him off the ice, so through an extended absence, between Rick and Dom Pittis, for Alan to be able to get back into a game at game pace, at top shape; that’s the end result, him helping us win in his first game back.” – Coach MacLean on Alan Quine returning to the lineup with a three-point night
“I think he plays a bigger role than he did last year and he’s able to stand up to the challenge. He’s got a great shot, has great vision and can pass the puck well and those puck skills are really coming through. He’s been the benefactor of some good plays from the forwards. It’s been great to see [Kylington] executing well and taking advantage of this opportunity.” – Coach MacLean on Kylington’s offensive game
“We have to understand the way we played tonight and we have to be simple, move and take advantage of our team assets. The best way to do that is to make sure everyone understands what we’re trying to accomplish.” – Coach MacLean on going into a three-game roadtrip
UPCOMING HOME GAMES
Stockton Heat vs. Tucson Roadrunners
Friday, November 16 – 7:00 p.m. Puck Drop/6:00 p.m. Doors
Fry Day presented by Golden State Restaurant Group McDonald’s // Coat Drive
Stockton Heat vs. San Diego Gulls
Sunday, November 25 – 5:00 p.m. Puck Drop/4:00 p.m. Doors
In-Shape Health Club 4 Pack Night // Full-Season Heat365 Member Skate with the Team
Stockton Heat vs. Ontario Reign
Friday, November 30 – 7:00 p.m. Puck Drop/6:00 p.m. Doors
Fry Day presented by Golden State Restaurant Group McDonald’s // Harry Potter Sock Toss Night
Stockton Heat vs. San Jose Barracuda
Saturday, December 1 – 6:00 p.m. Puck Drop/6:00 p.m. Doors
Hip Hop Night // Straight Outta Stockton T-Shirt Giveaway // Hockey Night in Stockton presented by Budweiser
Stockton Heat vs. Manitoba Moose
Friday, December 7 – 7:00 p.m. Puck Drop/6:00 p.m. Doors
Fry Day presented by Golden State Restaurant Group McDonald’s // Toy Drive
