Hard Hats on Ice Night Saturday at Xtream Arena

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Coralville, Iowa – The Iowa Heartlanders (6-3-1-0, 13 points) play their final home game of the weekend against the Wichita Thunder (6-5-1-0, 13 points) Saturday at 6:00 p.m. Saturday is Hard Hats on Ice Night, pres. by Built By Pros and Cedar Rapids/Iowa City Building Trades Council. The night featuring tributes and special recognitions for the dedicated workers who are truly the backbone of eastern Iowa. 

This is the second of three straight games for Iowa this weekend; Iowa is on the road Sunday at 3:00 p.m. at Bloomington.

Friday, Iowa won their third straight game, defeating the Thunder, 4-2. Matthew Sop scored his third game-winning goal. The Heartlanders never trailed and scored twice in the third. Samuel Hlavaj won his second straight game, blocking 34 shots.

Promotion: Hard Hats on Ice Night, presented by Built by Pros and Cedar Rapids/Iowa city Building Trades Council

Broadcast Information

Audio Broadcast: Mixlr.com/GoHeartlanders

FloHockey Video Broadcast (Subscription Service): https://flosports.link/3AZr3GZ

Game Day Guide

5:00 PM: Doors Open

5:50 PM: Be in your seats

6:00 PM: Puck Drop

Need To Know:
- Matthew Sop has points in five straight games.
- Iowa has scored first in seven straight games.

- Saturday is Iowa’s last home game against Wichita until March 30.

Affiliates: Iowa Heartlanders (Minnesota Wild/Iowa Wild) | Wichita Thunder (San Jose Sharks/San Jose Barracuda)

 

All-time series

The Heartlanders are 6-6-2-1 all time against the Thunder. 

Last year, Iowa went 3-5-0-0 through eight games played against Wichita. The first five games of the series went Wichita’s way, before Iowa earned their third-ever three-game home sweep in March.

When facing Wichita at home, Iowa is 6-2-1-1.

Season series preview

Iowa faces Wichita six times this season, three at home and three on the road.

Their next meetings will be on the road with games on Friday, Jan. 3, Saturday, Jan. 4 and Sunday, Jan. 5.

The Thunder will be back at Xtream Arena on Sunday, Mar. 30 at 3:00 p.m.

Returning players on both teams 

The Thunder had 16 players returning from last year on their roster at the beginning of November.

Most notably for Wichita, Michal Stinil led the team in goals with 32 last year. Stinil leads the league in goals this season. Additionally, veteran Jay Dickman posted a career-high 69 points in 2023-24.

Ten players from last year’s roster have returned to Iowa this season.

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!