a tale of two Brothers // on the upswing

[Daniel Janser 2,181]

Graphic courtesy of Leandrofg

(Marcel's stats/Daniel's stats)

 

We have some catch up to do, so without further prelude, please find our game recaps as follows:

 

0-3

Nothing to see here, as the Chicago Phoenix shutdown the Calgary Wranglers in a 3-0 win. To add insult to injury, the game winning goal was a short handed marker by Sundin in the second period. In the third Chicago scored a brace and that was that. The three stars award went to Pearce (25 saves), Johansson (0g/2a) and Sundin (1g/0a). Dahl (.933) despite a herculean effort could obviously not beat Pearce's shut out performance. Calgary did not only not score on their lone power play opportunity but gave away a goal, whereas the penalty kill was okay (4/5).

Marcel had 0g, 0a, -1, 1 hit and 3sb

Daniel had 0g, 0a, +0, 2 PIM (Hooking, lead to a goal against),1 hit, 2sb and 52.27FO%

 

1-6

This lapsus was but a minor setback for the Wranglers as they steamrolled LA in a 6-1 triumph away. Tessier started the proceedings with a power play marker after 42 seconds played and by the 4:55 minute marker he was done with his natural hattrick. Then there was a little ray of hope for the Stars when they scored mid-way in the same period, but Gonçalves reinstated the three goal lead before the first break. Jokinen in the power play scored the only goal in the second frame. The last word was spoken when Calgary's third line left wing scored the final goal of the match. Tessier (3g/0a), D. Janser (0g/4a) and Jokinen (1g/2a) were named the three best players of the game. Dahl (.962) had a relatively quiet night which and was superior to Vandelay (.854). Calgary's power play was very efficient (2/4) and the penalty kill impeccable (6/6)

Marcel was noted with 0g, 0a, +0 and 1 hit

Daniel was noted with 0g, 4a, +2, 6 hits and 53.49FO%

 

3-5

The next game against Davos was a closer call but still Calgary walked away victorious in a 5-3 win. Tessier and Wolanin brought the Wranglers two up in the first period. The middle frame was a balanced affair with both teams scoring two goals each. Daniel and Tessier found the back of the net for the Albertan team. Janser first wins the draw in the noman's land and passes to Tessier and rushes to the blue line. Tessier gives the pass back to Janser, who circles the net for a wrap around goal. In the third frame, both teams score one, Calgary's Jokinen was successful for his colours. Jokinen (1g/2a), Tessier (2g/2a) and Janser (1g/3a) were awarded the three stars. Dahl (.903) beat Davis (.868) in Davos' net. Calgary's power play was okay (1/4) but the box play has room for improvement (2/4).

Marcel logged 0g, 0a, +0 and 1sb

Daniel logged 1g, 3a, +2, 2 PIM (Holding, no effect on the score), 2 hits, 1sb and 62.16FO%

 

4-5 (OT)

In the next clash with a European team, Calgary had to go the extra mile to secure the elusive W in a 5-4 overtime win. Gonçalves and Janser scored two early goals before Malmo could cut the lead in half before the first intermission. Strasmore intercepts a Malmo attack and sends the puck the other way to Tessier who relays the disc to Wolanin. The winger shoots and Daniel in the slot redirects the shot to give Tsezar no chance to parry. The second period sees a brace by Kotkakoivu, the first of the two being scored on the man advantage. The Wranglers went into the third with a commanding lead of 4-1, but somehow they ran out of steam and allow three consecutive goals within eight minutes. Needless to say that Ricer on the bench was not pleased with the collapse of his team. The sudden death would bring the decision after 4:36 minutes and it was the Captain who delivered the coup de grace. The Swiss Center won the face off in the offensive zone and after some text book one time passes between him, Jokinen and Wolanin, he would have the wide open net in front of him. No reason to ask the Rotkreuz native twice to convert such a layup. The post match awards went to Janser (2g/1a), Kotkakoivu (2g/0a) and Trunov (1g/1a). Dahl (.892) was beaten by Tsezar (.898) by a smidge, but his front row made up for that small handicap, by just throwing enough shit at the wall, so that sufficient fecal matter stuck to it (49-37 shots). Calgary's power play was anemic (1/12) and the penalty kill spotless (2/2).

Marcel had 0g, 0a, -2 and 3sb to his name.

Daniel had 2g, 1a, +2, 4 PIM (High Sticking and Hooking, obviously no change on the scoreboard), 2 hits, 50.91% win rate at the hashmarks and 1st Star to his name.

 

6-3

In following game, the Wranglers sent the United packing with a well deserved 6-3 win. It took Janser 26 seconds to bring Calgary ahead. Daniel won the opening face off and by a detour to Strasmore, Jokinen and Tessier, the puck landed again on 'Captain Helvetic's tape, just for him to hammer it bar down. 28 seconds later Kotkakoivu followed suit and after 4:04 minutes the score was 3-0 after Gonçalves' marker. Igor Retoslav then pulled one back before the teams were dismissed into their locker rooms. The second frame saw only the one goal from Gonçalves. The third period was a bit more lively as Janser scored 20 seconds after puck drop in the power play. It was as ugly a goal as one could imagine with Janser, Kotkakoivu and Jokinen trying to score, when Daniel buried the biscuit on his second attempt. More through persistence and luck than skill admittedly, but these goals count as much as high light reel material. Tessier scored the next goal before London had two back-to-back markers, one of which was during a Calgary penalty. Janser (2g/2a), Gonçalves (2g/1a) and Jokinen (0g/4a) were asked for an encore on the rink. Dahl (.900) had the upper hand over Nu (.889) in the netminder duel. The Wranglers' power play was okay-ish (1/5) and the box play underwhelming (2/3).

Marcel left the ice with 0g, 0a, +1 and 1sb.

Daniel left the ice with 2g, 2a, +2, 2 PIM (Tripping, lead to a goal against), 5 hits, 50.00FO% and a 1st Star.

 

4-7

In an other convincing demonstration of superiority, the Albertan franchise beat Prague 7-4. But Prague started with a wake up call for the Wranglers when they scored the first goal within the first minute. Alas, this impudence was promply answered with three goals by Wolanin and Gonçalves (2). The second frame saw a total of five goal with three Czech markers against two of Calgary's. Janser and Wolanin netted for their team. Dan wins the draw in the neutral zone and via Jokinen, Gonçalves and Tessier the puck comes back to the Swiss forward and after fluffing the first attempt, he buried the rebound off the boards. The final period was all Calgary's with Janser on even strength and Jokinen converting a penalty against Prague. The Portuguese Wonderkind picks up the puck after it zinged on Dahl's cage, and passes it to Tessier, who carries it into the Phantom Zone. His shot misses the net, but Daniel is there to hoover the puck up and to bury it off the post. The three stars were awarded to Laperriere (3g/1a), Janser (2g/2a) and Gonçalves (2g/2a). Calgary's back up Gaming (.871) was a tad better than his opposite number Wallob (.863). Clearly both teams played with open sights. The Wranglers' powerplay was decent (1/2) and the penalty kill immaculate (2/2).

Marcel was noted with 0g, 0a, +1, 1 hits and 2sb

Daniel was noted with 2g, 2a, +1, 4 hits and 53.66FO%

 

3-5

Every series must come to an end. The Wranglers' run was interrupted by London who cried for revenge for the earlier defeat at the sticks of the Canadians. United was on the board early with a power play marker. Tessier tied the game with a goal on the man advantage. The English then replied with two goals one of which was during a penalty against Calgary. The second period was a tie with Justice scoring his first goal in the big show. Marcel secured the puck for the rookie Center. It is a strike of irony that he should score his first goal against the only English Team in the league. The third frame was also a 1-1 draw with Tessier scoring short handed. Is there anything this bloke cannot do? Tessier (2g/0a), Cat (1g/1a) and Sylvester (1g/1a) were named the three stars of the match. Dahl (.896) had a mid-night against a Nu (.930) in top form. Calgary's power play was okay-ish (1/5) but the penalty kill was atrocious (5/9) and heavily contributed to the loss.

Marcel had 0g, 0a, +2, 2 hits and 3 shots blocked

Daniel had 0g, 0a, -1, 4 PIM (Holding and Hooking, the former leading to a goal against), 5 hits and 64.81FO%

 

The stats for the brothers sofar are as follows:

Marcel: 17gp, 0g, 3a, 3pts, +6, 0 PIM, 11 hits, 30sb,   

Daniel: 17gp, 10g, 14a, 24pts, +3, 32 PIM, 52 hits, 7sb, 1gwg, 2ppg, 55.66FO% and 2 first star nominations

 

Calgary sits at third in the NA conference but has two games in hand against the leading Bears. Daniel scored seven goals and twelve assists in the last seven matches. If he could keep up such scoring rate, a three digit number at the end of the season is a possibility. 

 

And on that bombshell, we bid you goodbye and stay tuned for further updates.

 

https://vhlforum.com/topic/127179-a-tale-of-two-brothers-back-in-black-white-and-red/

https://vhlforum.com/topic/127216-a-tale-of-two-brothers-a-mixed-start/

https://vhlforum.com/topic/127250-a-tale-of-two-brothers-get-on-the-hype-train/

https://vhlforum.com/topic/127311-a-tale-of-two-brothers-inconsistency/

GM 82: Calgary Wranglers vs. Chicago Phoenix (vhlportal.com)

GM 91: Los Angeles Stars vs. Calgary Wranglers (vhlportal.com)

GM 101: HC Davos Dynamo vs. Calgary Wranglers (vhlportal.com)

GM 113: Malmo Nighthawks vs. Calgary Wranglers (vhlportal.com)

GM 122: Calgary Wranglers vs. London United (vhlportal.com)

GM 130: Prague Phantoms vs. Calgary Wranglers (vhlportal.com)

GM 137: Calgary Wranglers vs. London United (vhlportal.com)

 

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