When the Checkers inked Ethan Werek to an AHL contract this week, they not only locked down a pivotal piece of their offensive corps heading down the stretch of the season, they gave the forward the comfort of knowing where he would be for at least the next two months.
This week saw the Checkers' winless skid come to an end, though they continued to struggle to stay consistent, earning three out of a possible eight points on the road.