UPDATE: The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins have just triumphed over the Lehigh Valley Phantoms with a decisive score of 6-2 on Friday night, December 1, 2023, at Mohegan Arena in Wilkes-Barre Township. This victory marks the Penguins’ fourth consecutive win against the Phantoms this season, solidifying their grip on the top spot in the Atlantic Division.
The game began with a tightly contested first period, ending in a 1-1 tie. However, the Penguins surged ahead during the second period, scoring three goals and establishing a commanding lead. Sam Poulin kicked off the scoring for WBS just seven minutes into the first period. The Penguins quickly capitalized on their momentum with a power-play goal from Tristan Broz and back-to-back scores from Danton Heinen and Avery Hayes within a six-minute span, pushing the score to 4-1 by the end of the second period.
As the game progressed, Atley Calvert added another goal for the Penguins, followed by Aidan McDonough‘s power-play score with 12 minutes remaining, sealing the fate of the Phantoms. Penguins’ goaltender Sergei Murashov was instrumental in the victory, stopping 34 of 36 shots on goal.
With a record of 16-5-1, the Penguins maintain a slender lead over the Providence Bruins in the Atlantic Division standings. Meanwhile, the Phantoms remain two points ahead of the Hershey Bears for the third playoff spot.
Looking ahead, the Penguins are set to face off against the Hershey Bears tomorrow, December 2, 2023, while returning home next Saturday to host the Bruins. Fans are eager to see if the Penguins can extend their winning streak and further solidify their playoff positioning.
This latest victory not only showcases the Penguins’ dominance but also fuels the excitement for upcoming matchups as the season unfolds. Share this update with fellow hockey enthusiasts and stay tuned for more thrilling developments from the league!
