Danbury Sports News
Hat Tricks Fall in Back-And-Forth Battle, Eliminated by Black Bears
April 23, 2026 - In a back-and-forth battle that featured multiple lead changes, the Danbury Hat Tricks saw their season come to a close Thursday night, falling 5-4 to the Maryland Black Bears in Game 3 of the East Division Semi-Finals at the Danbury Ice Arena.
Danbury struck first just over nine minutes into the opening period when Matt Dabrowski converted on a 5-on-3 to give the Hat Tricks a 1-0 lead. Maryland answered late in the frame, as Ryan Franks evened the score at one with seven minutes remaining.
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Hat Tricks Return Home Facing Elimination, Aim to Extend Series against Black Bears
April 23, 2026 - With their season on the line, the Danbury Hat Tricks return to Danbury Ice Arena for the first home playoff games in franchise history, looking to claw back into their East Division Semifinal series against the Maryland Black Bears.
Trailing two-games-to-none in the best-of-five series, the Hat Tricks will host Game 3 tonight at 7:00 PM, with Game 4 scheduled for tomorrow night at 7:00 PM if necessary. Should Danbury even the series, a decisive Game 5 would be played Sunday at 6:30 PM at Pin... Full StoryMore from the North American Hockey League
Thank You to the Fans - NAHL Playoffs - White Game Jersey Auction
April 20, 2026 - Dear Hat Tricks Fans,
Writing this end-of-season letter is something we truly cherish.
It's an opportunity for us, as an organization, to recognize you-the fans-for your unwavering support and enthusiasm throughout the entire season. You are the heart and soul of Danbury Hat Tricks hockey.
This past season brought the highest attendance totals in our team's history. While we fell short of capturing our second championship, there were no shortage of unforgettable, edge-of-your-seat momen... Full StoryMore from the North American Hockey League
Black Bears Surge Early, Take Commanding 2-0 Series Lead over Hat Tricks
April 18, 2026 - The Maryland Black Bears wasted no time asserting control, scoring three times in a span of just over two minutes in the opening period on their way to an 8-1 victory over the Danbury Hat Tricks in Game 2 of the East Division Semifinals.
With Gavin O'Hara assessed a tripping penalty 7:48 into the first period, Maryland capitalized on the man advantage. Harrison Smith carried the puck down the near-side boards and threaded a cross-ice pass to Tanner Duncan, who buried the opportunity to open t... Full StoryMore from the North American Hockey League
More Danbury Sports News
- Black Bears Surge Early, Take Commanding 2-0 Series Lead over Hat Tricks - Danbury Jr. Hat Tricks (NAHL) April 18
- Black Bears Pull Away in Second Period, Take Game 1 over Hat Tricks - Danbury Jr. Hat Tricks (NAHL) April 17
- Hat Tricks Clash with President's Cup Champion Black Bears in East Division Semifinals - Danbury Jr. Hat Tricks (NAHL) April 16
- Hat Tricks Clinch First-Ever Playoff Series Behind Boring, Shpungin Explosions - Danbury Jr. Hat Tricks (NAHL) April 11
- Dukaric's 51-Save Shutout Lifts Hat Tricks to Game 1 Victory - Danbury Jr. Hat Tricks (NAHL) April 10
- Brookfield's Kenny Granacker Signed - Danbury Hat Tricks (FPHL) April 9
- Hat Tricks Open First-Ever Playoff Series on Road against Titans - Danbury Jr. Hat Tricks (NAHL) April 9
- Hat Tricks Captain Brendan Boring Commits to Plattsburgh State - Danbury Jr. Hat Tricks (NAHL) April 6
- Hat Tricks Battle Back, Fall in Overtime to Maryland in Regular Season Finale - Danbury Jr. Hat Tricks (NAHL) April 4
- Hat Tricks Clinch First-Ever Playoff Berth with Statement Win over League-Leading Maryland - Danbury Jr. Hat Tricks (NAHL) April 3
- Steve Brown Number to the Rafters - Danbury Hat Tricks (FPHL) April 2
- Hat Tricks Face NAHL's Best with Playoff Berth One Win Away - Danbury Jr. Hat Tricks (NAHL) April 2
- Dave MacIssac Added to Alumni Night Lineup on Saturday - Danbury Hat Tricks (FPHL) April 1
- Frank Bialowas Joins Danbury Trashers Ring of Honor - Danbury Hat Tricks (FPHL) March 31
- Alumni Night - Julian Fraser to the Ring of Honor - Danbury Hat Tricks (FPHL) March 30
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Danbury Scoreboard
| April 23 | NAHL | Maryland 5 at Danbury 4 (Playoff Gm. 3) | Final |
| April 18 | NAHL | Danbury 1 at Maryland 8 (Playoff Gm. 2) | Final |
| April 17 | NAHL | Danbury 2 at Maryland 6 (Playoff Gm. 1) | Final |
| April 11 | NAHL | Danbury 5 at New Jersey 1 (Playoff Gm. 2) | Final |
| April 11 | FPHL | Danbury 1 at Binghamton 3 | Final |
| April 10 | NAHL | Danbury 3 at New Jersey 0 (Playoff Gm. 1) | Final |
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Danbury Sports Headlines
- Local pro hockey: Visiting Danbury rallies to deal Wolves 10th consecutive loss - FPHL Watertown Daily Times (April 4)
- Local pro hockey: Danbury deals Wolves seventh consecutive loss - FPHL Watertown Daily Times (March 22)
- Local pro hockey: Wolves dealt six straight loss by visiting Danbury - FPHL Watertown Daily Times (March 21)
- Local pro hockey: Danbury bounces back to deal struggling Wolves another home loss - FPHL Watertown Daily Times (March 14)
- Tomahawks sweep Hat Tricks, take second game of weekend in OT - NAHL Johnstown Tribune-Democrat (March 8)
- Tomahawks edge Danbury Hat Tricks after two-goal third period - NAHL Johnstown Tribune-Democrat (March 7)
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