UPDATE: The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins have just clinched a commanding 6-2 victory over the Lehigh Valley Phantoms at Mohegan Arena, marking their fourth consecutive win against the Phantoms this season. This decisive performance occurred on December 1, 2023, and solidifies the Penguins’ position at the top of the Atlantic Division standings.
The Penguins surged to victory after a tightly contested first period, which ended in a 1-1 tie. Just seven minutes in, Sam Poulin put the Penguins on the board with the game’s opening goal. However, it was in the second period that Wilkes-Barre/Scranton truly took control, scoring three goals and establishing a decisive 4-1 lead.
Key moments in the second period included a power-play goal from Tristan Broz, followed by back-to-back strikes from Danton Heinen and Avery Hayes within a six-minute span. The Phantoms struggled to counter the Penguins’ offensive assault, ultimately leading to their downfall.
In the final stretch of the game, Atley Calvert added another goal for the Phantoms, but Aidan McDonough responded with a power-play score for Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, sealing the game at 6-2. Penguins’ goaltender, Sergei Murashov, was instrumental in the victory, stopping 34 of 36 shots faced throughout the match.
This win keeps the Penguins at an impressive record of 16-5-1, maintaining a slim lead over the Providence Bruins. Meanwhile, the Phantoms remain just two points ahead of the Hershey Bears in the division standings.
Looking ahead, the Penguins will travel to Hershey to face the Bears tomorrow, December 2, 2023. This game will be crucial as WBS aims to extend their winning streak. Fans can expect an exciting matchup next Saturday when the Penguins return home to take on Providence.
Stay tuned for updates as this developing story unfolds in the world of AHL hockey.
