Game Recap: Hat Tricks Explode for Three Unanswered in Third, Pull Away from Watertown, 9-6

DANBURY — Vadim Frolov had the game-winning goal and the Hat Tricks tied a season-high nine goals en route to a 9-6 win over the Watertown Wolves on Friday. 

Frolov scored on the power play at 8:44 in the third period, lifting Danbury ahead, 7-6. The 21-year-old winger also tallied his team-high third game-winner, which spurred three unanswered goals for the Hat Tricks.

Gleb Bandurkin scored two goals 1:52 apart to finish the game for Danbury, which netted nine goals for the first time since its first road win of the season on Oct. 26 against HC Venom. 

Bandurkin had two goals for the first time this season and Robinson has three goals in four contests.

Eight different skaters scored for the Hat Tricks, who now trail the season series four games to one. 

Battling for the lead after squandering their early 2-0 lead in the first, Danbury broke three ties. Noah Robinson scored on a cross-ice pass from Jacob Ratcliffe, tying the game at three goals apiece 3:37 into the second. Gamzatov’s goal off a deflection from an offensive-zone draw lifted Danbury ahead, 5-4, at 6:56 in the second.

Trevor Lord had two goals for Watertown to extend his goal-scoring streak to three games. The Wolves’ leading goalscorer cut Danbury’s lead to 5-4 at 11:01 in the second and tied the contest at six with 11:39 remaining in the game.

Zach Pamalayon and Chase Harwell scored 1:07 apart in the first period. Pamalayon netted his first power play goal of the season before Harwell’s team-high third shorthanded goal.

Trevor Neumann scored on the power play at 5:53 and Bryce Dirscherl added another at 13:07 to even the contest at two goals apiece.

Frankie McClendon made his first start since Nov. 29 against Port Huron and stopped 23 shots. The 31-year-old picked up his second straight win and moved to 2-0-1 on the season.

Up next, the Hat Tricks are back home on Saturday against Binghamton. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m.

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ABOUT DANBURY HAT TRICKS:

The Danbury Hat Tricks are a professional hockey team based in Danbury, Connecticut, competing in the Federal Prospects Hockey League (FPHL). Since their founding in 2019, the Hat Tricks have brought thrilling, hard-hitting hockey to the Danbury Ice Arena, earning a reputation for their fierce competitive spirit and strong community presence. The team is dedicated to providing an exciting game-day experience for fans of all ages, with a focus on building long-lasting connections within the local community.

Proudly representing Danbury, the Hat Tricks are committed to excellence both on and off the ice. In addition to developing top-tier hockey talent, the team engages in numerous community outreach programs, fostering relationships with local schools, businesses, and charities. The Hat Tricks aim to continue growing the sport of hockey in the area and provide entertainment that brings the community together.

Whether you're a die-hard hockey fan or new to the sport, the Danbury Hat Tricks promise an unforgettable experience every time they take the ice.