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The Wheeling Nailers are a minor league hockey team. Based in Wheeling, West Virginia, they are a member of the ECHL.

Series Opener Goes to Indy, 5-2

April 19, 2024 - INDIANAPOLIS, IN- The Wheeling Nailers began their 2024 Kelly Cup Playoff journey on Friday night, as they opened a best-of-seven series against the Indy Fuel. After tying for the season series lead with seven goals, Indy's Kyle Maksimovich played a big role in his team's success in game one, as he recorded two goals and an assist. The Fuel scored twice in a 57-second span during the second period to take a two-goal lead, and ultimately went on to the 5-2 victory at Indiana Farmers Coliseum. The series started with a bang... Full Story

Taylor Gauthier Wins Nick Vitucci ECHL Goaltender of the Year Award

April 18, 2024 - WHEELING, WV - The ECHL has announced that Wheeling Nailers goaltender Taylor Gauthier has been selected as the winner of the Nick Vitucci ECHL Goaltender of the Year Award. Gauthier, 23, adds more hardware to his collection this season, after being named to the All-ECHL First Team and matching a league record by being chosen as ECHL Goaltender of the Week four times. The Nick Vitucci Goaltender of the Year Award is presented annually to the goaltender selected to be the best at his position as determined in a vote of ECH... Full Story

Nailers vs. Fuel Playoff Series Preview

April 17, 2024 - Wheeling Nailers (38-28-4-1, 81 Pts.) vs. Indy Fuel (39-25-6-2, 86 Pts.) WHEELING NAILERS 3rd Place in Central Division Record: 38-28-4-1 Points: 81 Goals For: 232 (11th) Goals Against: 204 (6th) Power Play: 51-for-249, 20.5% (11th) Penalty Kill: 195-for-251, 77.7% (21st) INDY FUEL 2nd Place in Central Division Record: 39-25-6-2 Points: 86 Goals For: 230 (13th) Goals Against: 221 (12th) Power Play: 54-for-258, 20.9% (9th) Penalty Kill: 233-for-296, 78.7% (15th) Head-to-Head ... Full Story

Nailers Announce 2024 Playoff Roster

April 16, 2024 - WHEELING, WV- The Wheeling Nailers, proud ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins, have announced their roster for the 2024 Kelly Cup Playoffs. The roster consists of 19 current players and five open spots for five of seven eligible players who are currently in the American Hockey League. The current roster consists of 11 forwards, six defensemen, and two goaltenders. In goal will be the tandem that combined to produce 34 of the club's 38 victories this season. All-ECHL First Team member Taylor Gauthier had one of the b... Full Story

• Series Opener Goes to Indy, 5-2 - April 19, 2024
  
• Taylor Gauthier Wins Nick Vitucci ECHL Goaltender of the Year Award - April 18, 2024
  
• Nailers vs. Fuel Playoff Series Preview - April 17, 2024
  
• Nailers Announce 2024 Playoff Roster - April 16, 2024
  
• Riley Brace Becomes 68th Former Nailer to Reach NHL - April 15, 2024
  
• Nailers Open Playoffs Friday against Fuel - April 14, 2024
  
• Nailers Clinch Playoffs with 6-0 Shutout Victory - April 13, 2024
  
• Nailers to Face Cincinnati in Cranberry on Saturday - April 12, 2024
  
• Friday's Wheeling-Toledo Game Postponed - April 12, 2024
  
• Nailers Announce Changes to Weekend Schedule - April 12, 2024
  
• Taylor Gauthier Named to 2023-24 All-ECHL First Team - April 11, 2024
  
• Nailers Take One Step Closer With Win Over Komets - April 10, 2024
  
• Nailers Start Homestand Successfully with 5-3 Win - April 7, 2024
  
• Friday's Nailers Game Postponed Due to Flooding - April 4, 2024
  
• Fuel Steal One in Overtime, 6-5 - April 3, 2024
  
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Wheeling Nailers battle the Indy Fuel
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League: ECHL
Home: Wheeling, West Virginia
Affiliation: Pittsburgh Penguins
Website: Wheeling Nailers site
Schedule: Full Wheeling Nailers Schedule Statistics: Full Wheeling Nailers Statistics

Sat., Apr 20		Wheeling at Indy (Playoff Gm. 2)	7:00 p.m.
Fri., Apr 19	L	Wheeling 2 at Indy 5 (Playoff Gm. 1)	Final
Sat., Apr 13	W	Cincinnati 0 at Wheeling 6 (Cranberry, PA)	Final
Fri., Apr 12		Toledo at Wheeling	Ppd.
Wed., Apr 10	W	Fort Wayne 1 at Wheeling 4	Final
Sun., Apr 7	W	Indy 3 at Wheeling 5	Final
All times Eastern On game days, refresh page for latest results Full Wheeling Nailers Schedule and Results

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• Series Opener Goes to Indy, 5-2 - ECHL WTRF (April 20)
• Series Opener Goes to Indy, 5-2 - ECHL WTRF (April 20)
  
• Series Opener Goes to Indy, 5-2 - ECHL NewsBreak - Indianapolis (April 20)
• Series Opener Goes to Indy, 5-2 - ECHL NewsBreak - Indianapolis (April 20)
  
• Nailers prepare for playoffs - ECHL Martins Ferry Times Leader (April 19)
• Nailers prepare for playoffs - ECHL Martins Ferry Times Leader (April 19)
  
• Nailers Ready ?EURoeFor War?EUR in Opening Round of Playoffs - ECHL WTRF (April 18)
• Nailers Ready ?EURoeFor War?EUR in Opening Round of Playoffs - ECHL WTRF (April 18)
  
• Nailers vs. Fuel Playoff Preview - ECHL WTRF (April 18)
• Nailers vs. Fuel Playoff Preview - ECHL WTRF (April 18)
  
• Nailers open playoffs against division rivals in postseason play - ECHL Martins Ferry Times Leader (April 16)
• Nailers open playoffs against division rivals in postseason play - ECHL Martins Ferry Times Leader (April 16)
  
• Nailers clinch playoffs with 6-0 shutout - ECHL Martins Ferry Times Leader (April 15)
• Nailers clinch playoffs with 6-0 shutout - ECHL Martins Ferry Times Leader (April 15)
  
• Nailers Clinch Playoffs in Temporary ?EUR~New Home' - ECHL WTRF (April 14)
• Nailers Clinch Playoffs in Temporary ?EUR~New Home' - ECHL WTRF (April 14)
  
• Nailers to Face Cincinnati in Cranberry on Saturday - ECHL WTRF (April 13)
• Nailers to Face Cincinnati in Cranberry on Saturday - ECHL WTRF (April 13)
  
• Walleye game at Wheeling postponed due to flooding of Ohio River - ECHL Toledo Blade (April 12)
• Walleye game at Wheeling postponed due to flooding of Ohio River - ECHL Toledo Blade (April 12)
  
• Gauthier named to 23-24 All-ECHL First Team - ECHL Martins Ferry Times Leader (April 12)
• Gauthier named to 23-24 All-ECHL First Team - ECHL Martins Ferry Times Leader (April 12)
  
• Taylor Gauthier Named to 2023-24 All-ECHL First Team - ECHL WTRF (April 11)
• Taylor Gauthier Named to 2023-24 All-ECHL First Team - ECHL WTRF (April 11)
  
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