a Tale of two Brothers // two thirds done

[Daniel Janser 2,165]

Graphic courtesy of Leandrofg

(Marcel's stats/Daniel's stats)

 

The Jansers played four and three games respectively since last we reported from them. Please find without further ado the relevant summaries.

 

3-5

In the first game we are featuring in this summary, the Iron Eagles faced the Oslo Storm. Vasteras took an early lead, when Bridgers scored the only goal of the first period. After the tea, Vasteras scored two goals by Elsby and Chang (the latter in powerplay) for a 3-0 lead, before Oslo could pull one back. In the final period, both teams scored two goals each, with Gonçalves and Elsby being successful for the Swedes. The three stars went to Chang (1g/2a), Elsby (2g/0a) and Raider (1g/2a). Kennedy (.865) and Gaming (.909) had a mid duel between the pipes with the better end for the Vasteras netminder. The Iron Eagles' powerplay was decent (1/3) and their penalty kill was ok (3/4).

Marcel left the ice with 0g, 1a, +2 and 2 PIM (Hooking, no effect on the score)

 

3-0

In the second match, Vasteras clashed with Cologne in a 3-0 win for the Scandinavians. Two of the rookies in the Iron Eagles line up collaborated the first (and game winning goal) in the first period for a 1-0 lead. Mathias in the second and Bridgers in the third put a lid on the win. Mathias (1g/1a), Gaming (15 saves) and Bridgers (1g/0a) were given the three stars of the night. It needs to be said, rarely has a shutout been as cheap as Gaming's in this match, but a shutout it was and hence he gets the win in the goalkeeping department over his counterpart Protagonist (.919) who showed no mean game themselves. Vasteras' powerplay was okay (1/4) and the boxplay obviously impeccable (1/1).

Marcel was recorded with 0g, 0a, +0 and 1sb.

 

1-3

In the third match up, Vasteras met the Bratislava Watchmen in a 3-1 win. Mathias and Retoslav scored for the Iron Eagles in the first, interrupted by Bratislava's intermittent equalizer. In the second period, Gonçalves on a power play scored the only goal for this leg of the game. The third period was without a goal, as neither team allowed many opportunities for the other to score. The places of honour went to Gaming (26 saves), Mathias (1g/0a) and Elsby (0g/1a). Gaming (.963) had the edge over Saucey (.906) on a high level standoff in net. The Swedes' power play was okay (1/4) while the penalty kill was once more flawless (5/5).

Marcel had 0g, 1a, +0, 2 PIM (Hooking, obviously no influence on the score board), 1 hit and 2sb to his name. 

 

4-2

In the fourth and final Vasteras match we feature, they had a rematch against Oslo in a 4-2 win. Chang with two goals, one of which on a one man advantage, brought the Eagles 2-1 ahead in the first period. After the intermission, both teams scored one goal each, with Elsby finding the back of the net for the Swedish team. Young set the final point in the third period with their 14th goal of the season. Chang (2g/1a), Elsby (1g/2a) and Young (1g/0a) were given the three stars of the night. Vasteras' back-up Byrne (.920) had Kennedy's (.911) number and added another win to his CV. The Eagles' power play was okay (1/4) and their penalty kill (5/5) proved once more, why it is one of the best in the league.

Marcel logged 0g, 1a, +2 and 2 hits.

 

4-5

The first Calgary match we feature was against the New York Americans and ended in a 5-4 win for the Canadians. The Wranglers took an early lead with Kotkakoivu and Lazeski scoring in the first period. In the second the Americans made on the score board with their first goal of the game. As same was bracketed by two Wranglers goals, the score after two periods was 4-1. Lazeski and Johnson found the back of the net for the Albertan team. In the third period, New York made an effort to tie the game, scoring three goals. However, Johnson with his second goal of the night thwarted such cunning scheme and won the game for his colours. The three stars went to Kotkakoivu (1g/3a), Lazeski (2g/1a) and Johnson (2g/0a). Dahl (.905) showed ex-Wrangler Vaughn (.868) who is boss in net. The Wranglers' special teams did not cover themselves in glory as the power play (0/2) as well as the box play (3/5) left much to be desired.

Daniel went home with a 0g, 0a, -1, 1sb and 67.65 FO% record.

 

5-2

In the direct rematch the Wranglers defeated the Americans in a 5-2 win. In the first period, Johnson with two goals and Janser with one secured an early lead in the game. Johnson's goals were 19 seconds apart, profiting from a double minor against Vaughn for Slashing. Both times Daniel provided the final pass. The young center scored his goal after Johnson missed the net and the stray puck ended on the Swiss' blade. Before that Johnson and him played thimble rig with the puck and the NY defence, passing the biscuit back and forth. Before the intermission, the Americans pulled one goal back to make the game 3-1. In the second period Kotkakoivu and Johnson with his third of the night extended Calgary's lead. New York managed to score a single goal in the third but the deficit proved to much to overcome for the Empire State franchise. Johnson (3g/1a), Janser (1g/2a) and Lamb (1g/0a) were named three stars of the game. Dahl (.946) was once more a safe harbour for his teammates and stood head and shoulders over Vaughn (.898). Calgary's power play was very efficient (2/4) and their penalty kill was spotless (2/2).

Daniel was recorded with 1g, 2a, +0, 2 hits, 4sb and 58.82% win rate at the hash marks.

 

1-7

The third and final Calgary match featured in this issue is a 7-1 steam roll win over the Vancouver Wolves. Johnson opened the score after 17 seconds played and scored a second time in power play after Vancouver tied the game. The Wranglers went into the first intermission with a 2-1 lead. In the second period, Kotkakoivu and Lazeski scored, while Johnson completed his hattrick. In the third period Lazeski and Kotkakoivu bagged one goal apiece for the final score of 7-1. Kotkakoivu (2g/3a), Lazeski (2g/2a) and Johnson (3g/0a) were awarded the three stars of the night. Dahl (.955) dominated his opposite number Fuhr (.873) at will. Calgary's power play was efficient (1/2) and the box play impeccable (1/1).

Daniel had 0g, 2a, +1, 2 PIM (Hooking, no effect on the score), 1 hit and 57.69% succes rate on the draw.

 

Both Jansers are at the moment on a playoff seed. Here are their individual records for the season so far:

Marcel: 48gp, 9g, 24a, 33pts, +16, 78 PIM, 71 hits, 54sb, 2gwg, 6ppg

Daniel: 50gp, 20g, 17a, 37pts, -17, 33 PIM, 104 hits, 89sb, 4gwg, 2ppg, 1shg, 54.41 FO%

 

Stay tuned for further updates on the brothers' careers.

 

https://vhlforum.com/topic/120317-a-tale-of-two-brothers-trudging-on/

https://vhlforum.com/topic/120397-a-tale-of-two-brothers-the-saga-continues/

https://vhlforum.com/topic/120432-a-tale-of-two-brothers-the-emperors-new-clothes/

https://vhlforum.com/topic/120456-a-tale-of-two-brothers-onwards-always-onwards/

https://vhlforum.com/topic/120464-a-tale-of-two-brothers-make-and-mend/

https://vhlforum.com/topic/120852-a-tale-of-two-brothers-fast-forward/

GM 180: Oslo Storm vs. Vasteras Iron Eagles (vhlportal.com)

GM 184: Vasteras Iron Eagles vs. Cologne Express (vhlportal.com)

GM 186: Bratislava Watchmen vs. Vasteras Iron Eagles (vhlportal.com)

GM 192: Vasteras Iron Eagles vs. Oslo Storm (vhlportal.com)

GM 376: New York Americans vs. Calgary Wranglers (vhlportal.com)

GM 384: Calgary Wranglers vs. New York Americans (vhlportal.com)

GM 392: Vancouver Wolves vs. Calgary Wranglers (vhlportal.com)

 

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Edited May 14, 2022 by Daniel Janser