Bloomington, IL - Nico Blachman scored in the final two minutes but the Iowa Heartlanders fell, 4-1, to the Bloomington Bison Saturday at Grossinger Motors Arena. Blachman scored his first of the season by redirecting it in at the right post by Hugo Ollas (win, 27 saves). The Bison scored two power-play goals on seven chances.
Bloomington scored three goals in a six-minute span in the second period. The Bison had five power play chances in the first period and took a 1-0 advantage on a strike from Carter Berger with 6:21 to go in the first. In the second, Chongmin Lee, Sam Sternschein and Eddie Matsushima tallied.
Kyle McClellan took the defeat with 20 stops.
Tickets For Heartlanders Home Games
Next Home Game November 24th: Rumble at the Rink
Let’s get ready to RUMBLE!!! On November 24th at 3:00 p.m. as we slam down the puck against the Bloomington Bison. Don’t miss an afternoon of high entertainment from the second you step into the arena for this wrestling-themed game!
Introducing our REVAMPED 5-Star Ticket Package
If you missed out on the original 5-Star Ticket Pack, don’t worry! We’re excited to offer a revamped version, ensuring the fun continues. With this new package, you’ll receive tickets to all remaining 5-Star games this season and enjoy up to $40 in team store credit!
Mark your calendars for our next 5-Star game on November 30th—grab your revamped package before then and join us for more tailgates and exciting events throughout the season. For more information, click HERE.s
Next 5-Star Night: November 30th: Crispy Bacon Night
This night will be one to remember! It’s CRISPY BACON NIGHT! On November 30th, at 6:00 p.m. we will be taking on the Bloomington Bison. But first, make sure to stop by for the Pregame Party at the Hyatt Hotel Exhibit Hall for lots and lots of pork and bacon. Want more bacon? We’re giving away Bacon Thunder Sticks. Your Crispy Bacon experience doesn't end when you walk in the door... in fact, it's just beginning and will carry over into the game, with specialty concessions, in-game bacon activities, and pork eating contests. Don’t miss out, this is sure to be one of the most unique nights in Heartlanders history.
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Single-game tickets, mini-plans, group tickets, flex tickets and season-ticket plans are available! Call 319-855-1775 to discuss options, or visit this link to make your plans for the 2024-25 season!