Gahagen, Railers Shutout Wheeling, 1-0 | Pro Hockey News

WORCESTER, MA- The Wheeling Nailers left everything they had on the ice Sunday afternoon at the DCU Center as they closed out their series with the Worcester Railers. Despite a 34–18 advantage in shots on target, the Nailers came up short of a 1–0 result as Worcester’s Parker Gahagen denied all 34 shots he faced. Anthony Callin scored the Railers’ lone goal of the game in the first period to saddle Wheeling with an 0-2-2 mark on its four-game road trip.

Despite what the scoreboard may have said, the Nailers played a strong first period as they had the most chances in addition to a 12-5 edge in shots. However, the only goal was scored by Worcester. Riley Ginnell set up Anthony Callin for a one-timer from the right circle, and Callin got just enough on his attempt to squeeze the puck over the goal line.

Wheeling continued to dominate the match in the middle frame as shots on goal favored the visitors, 15-2 for a total of 27-7 over two periods. The score remained 1-0, however, as Railers netminder Parker Gahagen stood on his head.

Unfortunately, the Nailers couldn’t find the rope on seven shots in the third period, and Callin’s first-period goal held up for a 1-0 final.

Parker Gahagen was perfect on 34 shots to earn the shutout victory for Worcester. Taylor Gauthier stopped 17 of the 18 shots he faced in Wheeling’s goal.

The Nailers will play nine of their next 11 games on home ice, beginning Wednesday night at 7:10 PM when they face the Fort Wayne Komets for the first time this season. That will be followed by a Frosty Friday at 7:10 against the Indy Fuel on February 6. After that, it’s the next Big-6 Promotional Game, which is Pittsburgh Penguins Night on Saturday, February 7 at 7:10 PM against the Cincinnati Cyclones. The special guest for Pittsburgh Penguins Night is two-time Stanley Cup champion and current broadcast analyst Phil Bourque. The Nailers will also wear special jerseys and there will be a team signing after the game. Individual tickets, group tickets and more are available now by calling (304) 234-GOAL. Considered one of the best things to do in Wheeling, West Virginia, the Wheeling Nailers provide affordable family entertainment for fans throughout the Ohio Valley.