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K-Wings end year on high note

KALAMAZOO- If the Kalamazoo Wings (13-15-2-1) continue playing into the New Year like they did to end the last, things could get real interesting in the ECHL’s North Division. Taking on the first place and affiliated player heavy Cincinnati Cyclones (19-10-2-0) for the 11th Annual New Year’s Eve Bash at Wings Stadium on Monday, the K-Wings used a full court …

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K-Wings end winless streak with 4-3 win over Walleye

TOLEDO – The Kalamazoo Wings put an end to their five-game winless streak by defeating the Toledo Walleye 4-3 in the shootout on Saturday night at the Huntington Center. The K-Wings were defeated by the Fort Wayne Komets on Friday by a score of 4-1. The K-Wings are in fourth place in the North Division with a 12-15-2-1 record, good …

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Walleye sneak past K-Wings

KALAMAZOO-A goal by Phil Rauch late in the third period broke a 2-2 tie and gave the Toledo Walleye the win over the Kalamazoo Wings and sole possession of first place in the ECHL’s North Division on Sunday evening at Wings Stadium. The Walleye (11-7-0-1) have a one point lead over the second place Cincinnati Cyclones and a five point …

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After summer of heartbreak, Ftorek back on ice for K-Wings

KALAMAZOO — Sam Ftorek is a glutton for punishment. In addition to competing in a duathlon and a triathlon this summer, the 37-year old defenseman for the Kalamazoo Wings also took part in the “Muddy Patriot” at Timber Ridge in Gobles. Even though he was not quite sure what the Muddy Patriot was all about, when he received a Groupon …

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K-Wings drop two over weekend

KALAMAZOO — The Kalamazoo Wings not only dropped both games this weekend to division foes, but they also lost footing in the standings. Starting the weekend in a first place tie with the Cincinnati Cyclones, the K-Wings are now in third place, four points behind the first place Cyclones in the ECHL’s North Division. Looking to get back to their …

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Opening weekend a success for K-Wings

KALAMAZOO — A sell-out crowd packed into Wings Stadium on Friday night for the Kalamazoo Wings’ home opener as well as to catch a glimpse at the $2 million renovations that were completed over the past few weeks. The K-Wings also raised their third consecutive North Division Championship banner before the game. Both on the ice and off, the K-Wings …

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K-Wings split opening weekend

The Kalamazoo Wings opened their 39th season with a big win over the Fort Wayne Komets on Friday night defeating the home team by a score of 4-1. After a scoreless, yet high energy opening period in which the teams combined for 20 shots, the K-Wings came out flying in the second with a four-goal outburst. A lucky bounce led …

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K-Wings add three more to roster

KALAMAZOO — With training camp set to get underway next week, the Kalamazoo Wings are putting the finishing touches on their preseason roster. With 10 players already signed, the K-Wings announced the signings of Dustin Cloutier, Eric Kattelus and Aaron Schmit. Cloutier returns to Kalamazoo to begin his first full season as a member of the K-Wings. Joining the team …

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K-Wings; Vancouver Canucks renew affiliation

KALAMAZOO – The Kalamazoo Wings announced yesterday afternoon that it has renewed its agreement to remain as an affiliate to the Vancouver Canucks of the National Hockey League. In addition they also signed an agreement with the American Hockey League’s Chicago Wolves for the upcoming season. Both Vancouver and Chicago will be able to assign players to the K-Wings under …

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K-Wings roster continues to grow

KALAMAZOO- As the Kalamazoo Wings inch closer to training camp, their roster continues to grow. Announcing the addition of three more players for the upcoming season, the K-Wings will be bringing back two more familiar faces and a new one. Forward Justin Taylor will be returning for this third season as a K-Wing. After earning the K-Wings Rookie of the …

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