The Elmira Jackals announced on Friday that they have loaned defenseman R.J. Anderson to their AHL affiliate, the Binghamton Senators.

Anderson is tied for second among ECHL defensemen with 39 points along with teammate Eric Regan. The Lino Lakes, Minn. native's 32 assists are also second among the league's blue-liners. Anderson has contributed seven goals this season as well.

This will be his second appearance in the AHL this season, as Anderson also played in four games with the Lake Erie Monsters in November.

Last season, Anderson was second among ECHL rookie defensemen with 43 points (12g-31a).

The Jackals try to close in on a playoff berth on Saturday night when they host the Kalamazoo Wings at First Arena at 7:35 p.m. To purchase tickets call (607) 734-PUCK (7825), visit the First Arena Box Office, or log onto JackalsHockey.com.

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UPCOMING FIRST ARENA EVENTS

2010-2011 JACKALS HOCKEY

Elmira vs. Kalamazoo

Saturday, March 26

7:35 p.m.

Elmira vs. Kalamazoo

Sunday, March 27

4:05 p.m.

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Friday, April 8

8:00 p.m.