GAME RECAP: Hat Tricks top wolves 7-3 to get back in the win column
Watertown, N.Y.- The Hat Tricks overtook the Watertown Wolves 7-3 for their second win in a row. Goaltender Kyle Penton secured his first win between the pipes, making an outstanding 31 saves.
It was a busy first frame after Watertown opened the scoring on a power play. Egor Fillipov sent one home after drawing the penalty on Noah Robinson for his eighth goal of the season at 6:12. Hat Tricks responded just three minutes later for their first power play goal since Nov. 1 versus Watertown, with a tip from Ian Tookenay at netminder Matt Lenz’ front door to tie things up.
Jonny Ruiz slid one to the back of the net at 12:24 off of a drop pass from Trey Deloury for the first even-strength goal of this match to secure the lead for the Hat Tricks. Vadim Frolov gained his second of the season with a wrist shot to the top left corner, assisted by Ruiz and Anton Rubtsov, to put Danbury up two.
Only nineteen seconds later, Adam Zimmerman netted one from the blue line to make it a one-goal game. Watertown closed out the first frame, tying it up at three apiece with a blast from forward Steven Klinck off the sticks of Cole Ouellette and Quinn Chevers.
Hat Tricks took the lead back in the second frame with an even-strength goal by Noah Robinson at 5:56 through Lenz’s center slot, with help from Alexander Legkov to make it 4-3. Legkov gained one of his own to close out the period with a shot to the left side, putting Danbury up two with an assist by Austan Bellefeuille at 18:47.
After a slow start to the final frame, Alexander Legkov walked one in with a backhand shot just out of Lenz’s reach for his second of the night at 7:04. Genaro Fronduto tallied his first in the black and orange and of his professional career with a quick wrister at 18:55, securing the win for the Hat Tricks.
Ruiz, the Hat Tricks Captain, played an impressive match, gaining himself a Gordie Howe hat trick for his goal, assist, and fight all in one single game.
The Hat Tricks return home Friday, December 5th, for Coaches and Automotive night. 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, Dec. 5 (7:30 p.m.) and Saturday, Dec. 6 (7:00 p.m.) at the Danbury Ice Arena, against the Blue Ridge Bobcats. 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.
Off the ice, the Hat Tricks are committed to fostering connections within the local community through outreach programs with schools, businesses, and charities. By developing top-tier hockey talent and growing the sport in the region, the Hat Tricks aim to bring the community together and deliver entertainment that leaves a lasting impact.