Lake Erie Monsters

The Lake Erie Monsters defeated the Manitoba Moose 5-4, as Chris Stewart scored in overtime to capture the victory on Saturday. Stewart's overtime goal came following a Manitoba score by Brad Moran with less than a minute left in regulation.

Mark McCutcheon, David Jones, Wes O'Neill, and Mark Rycroft all scored during regulation for the Monsters, and Johnny Boychuk added to assists. Jason Bacashihua did an outstanding job for the Lake Erie team, making 42 saves in the game.

On Manitoba's side, Greg Classen had two goals and one assist, and Jannik Hansen also scored one for the Moose. Michael Grabner and Mason Raymond added two assists, while Cory Schneider blocked 34 shots.

Haven't made it down to the Quicken Loans Arena for a Lake Erie Monster game yet? There is a great chance to join in on the excitement that hockey is back in Cleveland by heading down to the Q to watch the Monsters take on the Manitoba Moose on Saturday night.

With the weather getting cooler by the day hockey season is in full force. Hockey is definitely a cold weather sport so Club Cadet and Sports Radio 850 WKNR have teamed up for a great giveaway. Fans will be giving a Lake Erie Monster's blanket that will make a great holiday gift or will keep you warm while you watch the Monsters this winter.

If you are too busy doing holiday shopping on Saturday, you may want to take advantage of the Monsters traveling around the greater Cleveland area and showing off their skills at area ice rinks. The new team will appear at the following locations:

The city of Cleveland welcomes hockey back to the Quicken Loans Arena tonight. The team plays in the American Hockey League and is the highest affiliate to the Colorado Avalanche. Cleveland was left without a hockey franchise in since the 2006 season ended and the Cleveland Barrons left the city due to poor attendance. That may not be as big of problem with the 'Monsters' (despite the bad team name) as it is owned by Dan Gilbert, and judging from Cavaliers games, he knows how to put on a good show that is well worth the price of admission.

The team has a number interesting promotions starting with tonights magnet schedule night and next weeks "Post-game skate with Mascot" which will open the rink to spectators.