GAME RECAP: HAT TRICKS SNAP LOSS STREAK IN 5-3 WIN OVER PEE DEE

Florence, S.C.- After going winless in eight-straight, the Hat Tricks broke through, earning their first victory since December 6th, during their third consecutive match against the PeeDee Ice Cats. 

Hat Tricks grabbed an early 1–0 lead for the second straight night when Alexander Legkov buried an unassisted backhand through PeeDee’s defense at 2:53.

The Ice Cats answered at 6:45 as Dominiks Marcinkevics fired one in from the left corner to tie it 1–1.

At 8:27, fighting majors were issued to Danbury’s Genaro Fronduto and PeeDee’s Jake Jurgeneit, setting up five minutes of 4-on-4 play. 

With a quieter start to the second period, Fronduto ripped an up-angle shot past netminder Ricardo Gonzalez to restore Danbury’s lead at 7:35. This goal marks Fronduto’s third of his professional career, set up by Kadyn Fennell and Josh Newberg. 

Danbury extended their lead to 3-1 when Anton Rubtsov slipped a backhand past the left pad of Gonzalez at 11:24. 

Nick Gullo struck for the Ice Cats’ eighth short-handed goal of the season, but Danbury responded quickly. Just 15 seconds later, Kaiden Kandereka buried a power play marker to close out the middle frame. The Hat Tricks headed into the break leading by two. 

Over halfway through the final period, Marcinkevics pounced on a deflection at the far side to cut the Hat Tricks lead to one, scoring on the man advantage at 12:16. 

Fennell secured the final goal on an empty net with 20 seconds left of play to make it 5-3.

The Hat Tricks sealed the long-awaited win, snapping their eight-game loss streak, toppling the Ice Cats 5-3. Kyle Penton delivered his second win of the season between the pipes, giving Danbury the momentum they needed to close out this three-game road trip. 

Danbury returns home Friday, January 9th, looking to bring their win streak to two and secure their tenth victory of the season. Puck drop is set for 7:30 P.M.

The Danbury Hat Tricks continue their sixth season in the Federal Prospects Hockey League on Friday, Jan. 9 (7:30 p.m.), and Saturday, Jan. 3 (7:15 p.m.) at the Danbury Ice Arena, against the Watertown Wolves. Single-game tickets and partial season ticket packages are on sale and can be purchased in person at the Hat Tricks office located inside the Danbury Ice Arena at 1 Independence Way in Danbury, by calling (973-713-7547) or emailing (herm@danburyhattricks.com) the office, or online through Tixr. For the latest Hat Tricks news, visit www.danburyhattricks.com, follow the team on Facebook (www.facebook.com/danburyhattricks), Instagram (@danburyhattricks), X (@DanburyHatTrick), TikTok (@danburyhattricks), and YouTube (@DanburyHatTricks), and subscribe to the Hat Tricks' newsletter.

ABOUT DANBURY HAT TRICKS:

The Danbury Hat Tricks are a professional hockey team based in Danbury, CT, and compete in the Federal Prospects Hockey League (FPHL). Since their founding in 2019, the 2023 Commissioner's Cup Champions have brought thrilling, fast-paced, and hard-hitting hockey to the Danbury Ice Arena, earning a reputation for their competitive spirit, electric atmosphere, and strong community ties. The team is dedicated to providing an unforgettable game-day experience for fans of all ages while proudly representing the city of Danbury.