a tale of two Brothers // five sixth done

[Daniel Janser 2,167]

Graphic courtesy of Leandrofg

(Marcel's stats/Daniel's stats)

 

A total of 20 games were played by our Swiss Hitmen, too many to compile in an article. Therefore, we will provide summaries for the two latest each and post links for the remainder. 

 

6-3

In the first match Marcel's Iron Eagles clashed with the Rome Gladiators in a 6-3 win. The Italians took an early 2-0 lead, which was mitigated by Vladovechsenkchushkin's power play goal before the intermission. However, not before Marcel had a scrap with Rome's Dixon and fought him to a draw. The Gladiator was deemed by the refs to have instigated this polysportive event and was handed a game misconduct. The second period showed an inverted image of the first one, with Rome scoring one goal and Chang being successful twice. So, before the third period began, it was a tied game again. Then Elsby with a goal on a Rome penalty, Young and VAS found the back of the net and Rome had no answer to that.  Chang (2g/2a), Williams (1g/0a) and Elsby (1g/1a) were named the three stars of the game. Vasteras' backup Byrne (.889) was a smidge weaker between the pipes than his opposite number Freeze (.891) but due to the cold-blooded killers in his team, he could still pull off a win. The Iron Eagles' power play was formidable (3/7) and matched by their penalty kill (1/1).

Marcel was noted with 0g, 2a, +1, 5 PIM (Major for fighting, did not cause a pk situation), 3 hits and 3sb.

 

2-3 (OT)

In the second game, against the Geneva Rush, both teams treated their fans with a thriller going in to over time, with the better end for the Swedish team. The first period was pretty uneventful and saw no goals. Geneva than scored two goals in the second, both by Richard. In the third, Bridgers, not to be outdone by Richard scored two goals for his team to tie the game. Not even two minutes were played in sudden death when Retoslav delivered the dagger with his 19th goal of the season. Bridgers (2g/0a), Richard (2g/0a) and Rockwell (0g/1a) were awarded the three stars of the night. Price (.925) had the upperhand in the duel in net, due to almost facing double the shots of his rival Gaming (.913). Vasteras' power play was okay (1/4) and their box play immaculate (3/3).

Marcel had 0g, 0a, -1, 2 hits and 2sb to his name.

 

6-4

In the first Calgary match we are reporting on, we see the Nighthawks take a 6-4 loss. The scoring started early, instigated by the Canadians, and the teams went to the locker room with a 2-2 draw. Johnson on even strength with his fortieth of the season and Kotkakoivu with his fiftieth, scored on a power play netted for the Wranglers. The middle period was again a 2-2 draw and saw two more goals of the Finnish super star and Chief-Wrangler, who now leads the league in goals as well as points and is in the top ten for the apples. He already exceeded his last year's tally by 26 points and there is no slowing down. Amongst other silverware, the Funk Trophy is in the grasp. His hattrick (his fourth of the season and worthy of an other top spot in the league) in this game obviously made a huge impact, but the dagger was delivered by Swiss sophomore Janser who first scored on a power play for the game winner followed by an even strength goal. For the first goal, Daniel and Lazeski passed the biscuit back and forth until Janser saw a shooting lane. The shot was blocked in extremis by Trenton, but Daniel picked up the lose puck and buried it top-shelf. On the second goal, Johnson dug out an orphaned disc and had two attempts on goal, but missed both. However, the second miss was deflected by Janser through Taffe's five hole for the final score. Janser (2g/2a), Kotkakoivu (3g/0a) and Johnson (1g/3a) were named three stars for this match. Dahl (.882) showed the better performance than Taffe (.860) though both netminders were rather mediocre, but only partly by their doing both teams were inconsequential in their own zone and let too much happen. Calgary's power play was decent (3/11) and the box play spotless (3/3).

Daniel left the ice triumphant with a 2g, 2a, +0, 3 hits, 5sb and 72.09 FO%.

 

4-1

In the second match, the Wranglers met the New York Americannots, in a 4-1 win. The first two periods, neither team was able to score and so the fans got antsy and demanded goals. Beach obliged with 1:45 minutes into the final period and Lazeski followed suit within eleven seconds. New York then spoiled the shut out for Dahl, which was promptly answered by Calgary with a power play goal by Daniel. Lazeski and the Swiss center carried the puck into the NY zone. Lazeski is unable to control a bouncing pass from Janser but the latter retrieves the disc again and whips it via post into the twine. Shortly after, Johnson bolstered his already impressive number with the final goal of the match. The Wranglers are sitting now on third place of the NA conference, which entitles to a direct playoff participation. The three places of honour were awarded to Janser (1g/1g), Dahl (27 saves) and Lazeski (1g/1a). Dahl (.964) was the better man in a clash of Titans in net and beat NYA's (.913) not unimpressive performance. The Albertan's power play was okay (1/4) while their penalty kill shut the door (2/2).

Daniel was noted with a 1g, 1a, +2, 2 PIM (Cross-Checking, obviously no effect on the score), 3 hits, 5sb and 59.38% success rate at the draw. 

 

 

 

The Jansers' stats present themselves as follows:

Marcel: 61gp, 12g, 28a, 40pts, +18, 97 PIM, 91 hits, 73sb, 4gwg, 7ppg

Daniel: 62gp, 27g, 32a, 59pts, -10, 39 PIM, 131 hits, 121sb, 5gwg, 6ppg, 1shg, 54.94 FO%

 

We will keep you informed on the brothers' adventures. Stay tuned.

 

In appreciation of Kotkakoivu's excellence on and off the ice, we conclude our report with a nod to the Finnish flag.

 

https://vhlforum.com/topic/120906-a-tale-of-two-brothers-two-thirds-done/

https://vhlforum.com/topic/120943-a-tale-of-two-brothers-the-end-is-near/

Games: 201-208 - S83 Games - Victory Hockey League (vhlforum.com)

Games: 209-218 - S83 Games - Victory Hockey League (vhlforum.com)

Games: 219-228 - S83 Games - Victory Hockey League (vhlforum.com)

Games: 229-236 - S83 Games - Victory Hockey League (vhlforum.com)

GM 237: Vasteras Iron Eagles vs. Rome Gladiators (vhlportal.com)

GM 243: Geneva Rush vs. Vasteras Iron Eagles (vhlportal.com)

Games: 410-424 - S83 Games - Victory Hockey League (vhlforum.com)

Games: 425-441 - S83 Games - Victory Hockey League (vhlforum.com)

Games: 442-459 - S83 Games - Victory Hockey League (vhlforum.com)

Games: 460-474 - S83 Games - Victory Hockey League (vhlforum.com)

GM 478: Calgary Wranglers vs. Malmo Nighthawks (vhlportal.com)

GM 480: Calgary Wranglers vs. New York Americans (vhlportal.com)

 

Spoiler

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Edited May 20, 2022 by Daniel Janser

[leandrofg 1,156]

11 hours ago, Daniel Janser said:

 

 

In appreciation of Kotkakoivu's excellence on and off the ice, we conclude our report with a nod to the Finnish flag.

 

 

 

[Daniel Janser 2,167]

9 minutes ago, leandrofg said:

 

Fun Fact: Kimi Räikkönen is a big fan of my local Hockey Club.

[leandrofg 1,156]

10 minutes ago, Daniel Janser said:

Fun Fact: Kimi Räikkönen is a big fan of my local Hockey Club.

 

Bwoah! Everyone likes that!