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Trashers Capture First Place with Unbeaten Streak

December 19, 2005 - International Hockey League 2 (IHL 2)
Danbury Trashers News Release


DANBURY, CT- The Danbury Trashers, proud members of the United Hockey League (UHL), completed their latest week of play taking six of a possible eight points as they went 2-0-2 against the Roanoke Valley Vipers over a four game stretch. The Trashers are now unbeaten in their last ten games, a franchise record, with a mark of 8-0-2 since December 2nd. Danbury's recent stretch of excellent play has allowed them to overtake the Adirondack Frostbite for first place in the East Division.

TRASHERS WEEK IN REVIEW

DANBURY TRASHERS TAKE OVER FIRST PLACE WITH 4-2 WIN OVER ROANOKE December 18, 2005

ROANOKE, VA--Following a night where the Trashers gave a 3rd period away to the Vipers and with a chance at first place on the line, Danbury jumped out to a 1-0 lead just 40 seconds into the opening period and built a 4-0 advantage before holding off Roanoke 4-2 on Sunday afternoon.

Dave MacIsaac was activated from the IR before game time and scored his second of the season just 40 seconds into the opening period, while David Hymovitz added his 11th of the season at the 16:01 mark to give the Trashers a 2-0 lead.

Danbury added another goal in the second period as Sergei Durdin banged in a rebound for his second goal of the season. Both the first and third Trashers goals were assisted by Carlyle Lewis, who finished with three assists in the game.

Jamie Thompson then scored a goal for the third straight game as he lifted the Trashers to a 4-0 lead by the 10:26 mark of the final period. The Vipers countered with a pair of power play goals by Jan Jas and Mike Wiggins to close the gap, but the Vipers ran out of steam.

Jayme Platt stopped 22 of 24 shots to earn his second win of the week and lift the Trashers record to 16-7-4 for 36 points and sole possession of first place, one ahead of the Adirondack Frostbite. Jamie Hodson saved 21 of 24 in the loss, as the Vipers are now 8-12-4 this season.

TRASHERS FALL 4-3 IN SHOOTOUT December 17, 2005

ROANOKE, VA--For the second time in three games, the Danbury Trashers failed to hold a 3rd period lead as they let the Roanoke Vipers win 4-3 in a shootout at the Roanoke Civic Center on Saturday night.

In a game that went back and forth, the Trashers finally scored as Regan Kelly netted a power play goal at the 17:21 mark of the second on a 5-on-3. However, the Vipers scored with just 11 seconds left in the period on a power play goal by Josh Tataryn.

In the third, Jamie Thompson gave Danbury a 2-1 lead with his 4th of the season at the 5:06 mark, but Mike Krelove tied the game with his second just 1:28 later. JM Daoust regained the lead for Danbury at the 15:36 mark, but the Vipers LP Martin tied the score with his 10th just 18 seconds later.

Daoust scored in the shootout, while all three shooters, Crusco, Martin and Shaneberger all scored for the Vipers. Sly Daigle stopped 32 of 35 while Jamie Hodson made 27 saves.

Danbury earned a point with the shootout loss and is now 15-7-4 for 34 points, just one behind Adirondack, who were blanked 4-0 in Kalamazoo on Saturday night.

PLATT TAMES VIPERS WITH 3-0 SHUTOUT WIN OVER ROANOKE December 16, 2005

DANBURY, CT--Two nights after squandering a 3-0 lead in the 3rd period, the Danbury Trashers made sure that nobody from Roanoke would light the lamp as Jayme Platt stopped 23 shots in a 3-0 shutout of the Vipers on Friday night at the Danbury Ice Arena.

The second annual Teddy Bear Toss was resolved quickly as John Osborne scored his first goal as a pro at the 4:16 mark to give Danbury a 1-0 lead, which remained until the 3rd period.

Despite a scoreless second period, the game stayed exciting and physical as the Trashers and Vipers combined to rack up 48 of the 81 penalty minutes in the contest during the second stanza.

The Trashers started quickly in the final frame as Sergei Durdin netted his first of the season just 35 seconds into the period. Jamie Thompson would add another on the power play at the 11:23 mark from Mike Omicioli, who finished with a pair of assists.

Jamie Hodson saved 32 of 35 shots as the Vipers fell to 8-11-4 with the loss, while Danbury improved to 15-7-3 with the win and are currently two points behind the Adirondack Frostbite for the top spot in the UHL East Division.

TRASHERS SQUANDER THREE-GOAL LEAD, FALL IN SHOOTOUT December 14, 2005

DANBURY, CT-Roanoke snapped a seven-game winless streak as they made up a 3-0 deficit in the 3rd period to send the game to a shootout, where Josh Tataryn beat Sly Daigle for the game-winner in the 5th round as the Vipers topped the Trashers 4-3 on Wednesday night.

Danbury opened the scoring with just 1:04 remaining in the 1st period as Jeff Daw fought a close shot by Jamie Hodson for the only goal in the opening frame.

David Hymovitz opened the scoring in the 2nd period as he one-timed a Carlyle Lewis pass just out of Hodson's reach to give the Trashers a 2-0 lead at the 3:10 mark. Danbury then added a 3rd goal as Drew Omicioli netted his 13th of the season on the power play at the 11:29 mark to give Danbury a 3-0 lead.

However, while Danbury dominated after the first two periods, Roanoke was just as dominant over the final 20 minutes as David Beauregard netted his 14th of the season at the 1:42 mark to give Roanoke their first goal. The Vipers then added another as Josh Tataryn scored his 10th of the season 10:07 mark, then tied the score as Jan Jas knocked in a rebound past Sly Daigle at the 18:12 mark.

In the shootout, Gray Shaneberger scored in the second round for Roanoke, while Jamie Thompson tied it up in the 3rd round. The teams traded off missed shots in the 4th round, then Tataryn scored the game-winner in the 5th round.

Sly Daigle stopped 38 of 41 shots in regulation, while Jamie Hodson saved 25 of 28. Roanoke snapped a seven-game winless streak to improve to 8-10-4, while Danbury gained a point and is now 14-7-3, four points out of first place in the East.

TRASHERS TIDBITS

HELPING THEM SCORE Alex Goupil currently has a five-game assist streak, with six helpers over that stretch. Carlyle Lewis had a season best three assists in Danbury's 4-2 win over Roanoke on December 18th.

PLATT ON THE BACK Jayme Platt has quietly put together solid numbers as part of the goaltending tandem with Sly Daigle. After going o-1-1 in his first two starts, the Redmond, WA native is 5-0-0 in his last six starts with a 1.59 GAA and a shutout. The Trashers are 6-1-1 in games that Platt has started this season.

HYMO HAMMERS THE VIPERS Trashers forward David Hymovitz has saved his best play for the Roanoke Valley Vipers. In eight games against Roanoke, Hymovitz has 11 points on six goals and a +5 rating. He has 20 points on 11 goals this season.

ROAD WARRIORS Danbury's 8-2-2 record away from the Danbury Ice Arena is the second best in the UHL this season, behind Muskegon, who remain undefeated away from the L.C. Walker Arena with a 9-0-1 mark.

GROVER A "PLUS" FOR THE TRASHERS Danbury rookie Donny Grover is currently leading the team in plus/minus with a +17, which is also tied for third in the league. His stellar rating is also the best amongst all UHL rookies this season. Mario Larocque is eighth in the league in plus/minus with a +15.

COME MEET THE TRASHERS THIS WEEK-SEVERAL PUBLIC APPEARANCES

Join Danbury Trashers players as they make appearances around the Danbury area throughout the season, including several functions featuring the entire club. This week the Trashers will be appearing in person at the following locations:

DECEMBER 21ST 1-3pm Location: Clubhouse Deli, 217 Main St., Danbury, CT Players: Shawn Collymore, Sergei Durdin 7-8pm Location: Cold Stone Creamery, Danbury, CT Players: Alex Goupil, Donny Grover DECEMBER 22ND 1:30-2:30pm Location: Broadview Middle School, 72 Hospital Ave. Danbury, CT "Socks for Signatures" Donate new pairs of socks in exchange for free Trashers autographs Players: Entire Team

TRASHERS FACE ELMIRA IN LONE GAME THIS WEEK-RETURN HOME 12/28

Friday December 23RD vs. Elmira at FIRST ARENA 7:05pm

The Trashers return home on Wednesday December 28th against Richmond at 7:00pm from the Danbury Ice Arena. The Trashers are also holding a special for the New Year's Eve/New Year's Night games against Richmond and Adirondack. Fans who purchase tickets via phone or in person can get a package to both games for just $25 (savings of $8.00). Kids 12-and-under will receive the same package for just $20 (savings of $13). Call 866-565-PUCK for more information.

To Purchase Tickets: In Person: Danbury Ice Arena (Open every day starting at 10am. Until 5pm except Wednesdays, open until 8pm. Open until end of game on home game nights) Online: http://www.danburytrashers.com Phone: 866-565-7825, ext. 116

All Danbury Trashers games are broadcast live on AM 940/1510 ESPN Radio with the "Voice of the Trashers" Phil Giubileo. Fans can also listen online at DanburyTrashers.com and purchase the live broadcast video feed for $6.00 courtesy of B2 Communications. The Trashers are Danbury's first and only professional sports franchise. For more information, visit DanburyTrashers.com.

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