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Game Recap: Penguins 4, Sound Tigers 3

November 18, 2016 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Bridgeport Islanders News Release


WILKES-BARRE, Penn. - The Bridgeport Sound Tigers (8-5-0-0), proud AHL affiliate of the New York Islanders, went neck-and-neck with the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins (11-3-1-0) for the better part of 60 minutes on Friday, but suffered a 4-3 setback at Mohegan Sun Arena, snapping the team's two-game winning streak.

Bracken Kearns, Andrew Rowe and Josh Winquist each scored for the Sound Tigers, while Penguins captain Tom Kostopoulos was credited with the game-winning goal early in the third period. Overall, Bridgeport suffered just its second loss on the road (5-2-0-0) and is now 0-2-0-0 against Wilkes-Barre/Scranton this season.

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Following a scoreless opening frame, both offenses heated up in the second period, scoring five combined goals and leaving Wilkes-Barre/Scranton with a 3-2 advantage after 40 minutes. Oskar Sundqvist broke the ice with an even-strength goal at the 9:20 mark for his sixth tally of the season. From the right circle, the second-year forward snuck a quick shot past Stephon Williams' glove to put the home team out front.

Carter Rowney doubled the Penguins lead just 63 seconds later when he buried his fourth tally of the season. From the slot, Rowney collected a centering feed from Garrett Wilson and bounced a shot off Williams' chest protector, but the rebound caromed right back to Rowney who finished the second chance at 10:23.

Kearns cut Bridgeport's deficit in half at 13:02 of the second period with his team-leading sixth goal of the season. After a low shot from Jon Landry was turned aside, Steve Bernier moved the puck to Kearns at the right post where the veteran forward forced a shot past the glove of goaltender Casey DeSmith.

Just over two minutes later, Jean-Sebastian Dea made it 3-1 with a redirection at the right post for his fifth goal of the season. Rookie forward Jake Guentzel created the opportunity from the left corner by funneling a sharp wrister through traffic to the weak side, where Dea beat Williams' left leg pad at 15:12.

The pendulum continued to swing in the final half minute of the second period when Rowe scored to make it a one-goal deficit yet again. Following slight chaos in front of Wilkes-Barre/Scranton's net, Landry and Jesse Graham, in his AHL season debut, teamed up to find Rowe at the left post, where he banked a shot off a Penguin defenseman and in at 19:33.

Kostopoulos netted the eventual game-winning goal at 4:34 of the third period with Williams well out of position. Bridgeport's goaltender shifted out of his crease to play the puck and was nudged off balance by two players tied up at the left post, allowing Kostopoulos to redirect Rowney's centering feed into a wide open net.

Trailing by two, Winquist gave the Sound Tigers renewed life at 14:55 of the third period with his second goal of the season. From the top of the point, Josh Holmstrom hammered a shot on target that was tipped down to the right post by his brother Ben Holmstrom, where Winquist pushed it home for the 4-3 final.

Head coach Brent Thompson elected to pull Williams for the extra attacker with 1:21 left in regulation, but to no avail.

The Sound Tigers finished the game 3-for-3 on the penalty kill and did not have an opportunity on the power play. Williams (2-5-0-0) made 24 saves in the loss, while DeSmith (5-0-0-0) remained undefeated through five starts with 25 stops.

Shots were even 28-28.

Next Time Out: The Sound Tigers return to Webster Bank Arena tomorrow night for their third meeting of the season against the Lehigh Valley Phantoms. The puck drops at 7 p.m. and fans can follow all of the live action via the team's online broadcast at AHLlive.com, beginning with the pre-game show at 6:45 p.m.

Kids Free Day: The Sounds Tigers are proud to present their second "Kids Free Day" this Sunday, November 20th at 5 p.m. All kids 12 and younger can get into the game free with the purchase of a fully priced adult ticket at the Webster Bank Arena Click It or Ticket Box Office. In addition, receive $2.00 off your game ticket at the box office when showing your AAA Membership Card.

Hockey and Hops: The Sound Tigers are combining hockey and hops on Saturday, November 25th when the team battles Wilkes-Barre/Scranton at 7 p.m. Try the area's best craft beers before the game with a special ticket package that night only. Get access to the game, the pre-game beer tasting party and a souvenir Sound Tigers beer tasting glass for just $25.

For additional details or to reserve seats for any of the 2016-17 giveaway and theme nights, please call the Sound Tigers' front office at (203) 345-2300.

Executive suites and premium seat packages are also available by calling the team's front office at (203) 345-4841. If you are interested in group outings with your friends, family, co-workers, or clients an unforgettable experience at a discounted rate, call the group sales hotline at (203) 345-2300 Ext. 7.

About the Bridgeport Sound Tigers Founded in 2001, the Bridgeport Sound Tigers Hockey Club is the top minor league affiliate of the New York Islanders. Don't miss your chance to take part in the family fun entertainment happening every home game at Webster Bank Arena. For further information on ticket or sponsorship opportunities, call our office at (203) 345-2300 or e-mail info@soundtigers.com . Keep up with the latest Sound Tigers news on Facebook and on Twitter . For more team information, log on to soundtigers.com .

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