Trashers finish unbeaten week, extend division lead

Published on January 16, 2006 under International Hockey League 2 (IHL 2)
Danbury Trashers News Release


DANBURY, CT-The Danbury Trashers, proud members of the United Hockey League (UHL), will take to the road this week after posting impressive wins over Flint and Port Huron last Friday and Saturday.

Currently the Trashers have won three straight and are unbeaten in regulation over their last four games heading into Wedneday's contest at Roanoke. On Friday the Trashers will play in Elmira and then in Glens Falls against Adirondack on Saturday. Danbury returns home on Sunday night to host Adirondack at 7pm.

TRASHERS WEEK IN REVIEW

DANBURY TRASHERS SCORE AN IMPRESSIVE 6-2 WIN OVER PORT HURON

January 14, 2006

DANBURY, CT--Four different Trashers had at least two points, while Danbury scored three goals in a 1:43 span during the second period as the Trashers defeated Port Huron 6-2 on Saturday night before 2,539 at the Danbury Ice Arena.

Special teams played a factor in both of Danbury's first period goals as Danny Stewart netted a shorthanded goal at the 5:35 mark of the opening from Fred Belanger and Ryan Barnes. David Hymovitz then scored a power play goal for the second straight night at home as he banged in a one-timer past Scott Hay at 16:10 to give Danbury a 2-0 lead after the first.

Eric Lind took a 4:00 high sticking penalty at the end of the opening period, and Port Huron capitalized with a power play goal by Scott Horvath at the 0:56 mark of the second. It marked one of two power play goals that the Flags would score in the game, both assisted by Aaron Brand.

Dave MacIsaac started the scoring onslaught as he took a drop pass from Barnes for his 8th of the season at the 17:25 mark. Drew Omicioli then netted his 18th of the season just 58 seconds later on a pretty pass from Brad Wingfield in a 2-on-1 rush. Finally at the 19:07 mark, Barnes scored his 3rd of the season, assisted by Troy Smith and Alex Goupil. Goupil also earned an assist on Danbury's 3rd goal of the night.

Brad Mehalko netted Port Huron's other goal at the 4:10 mark of the 3rd, while J.M. Daoust scored his 14th of the season at the 19:24 mark from Hymovitz and Kelly.

Sly Daigle stopped 36 of 38 shots, while Hay stopped 22 of 27 over the first two periods. He was pulled for Jeremy Symington in the final period and he saved 15 of 16 in a relief effort.

TRASHERS DROP FLINT 3-1

January 13, 2006

DANBURY, CT--David Hymovitz, Ryan Barnes and Drew Omicioli each scored for Danbury, while Sly Daigle stopped 29 shots in his return to the Trashers after missing a week with an injury as the Trashers defeated Flint 3-1 before 2,688 at the Danbury Ice Arena on Friday night.

The Trashers opened the scoring on a power play goal from Hymovitz at the 10:06 mark from Regan Kelly and Troy Smith, while they extended their lead to 2-0 just 1:13 into the second period. Drew Omicioli fired a shot that was deflected in by Barnes for his second of the season, while Eric Lind also earned an assist in his first game with Danbury after signing a PTO earlier in the day.

Omicioli scored his 17th of the season in the third period from Fred Belanger and Shawn Collymore at the 3:20 mark. Flint's Leo Thomas knocked in a rebound for the Generals only goal at the 9:39 mark.

Jason Saal stopped 38 of 41 shots in the loss, while the Trashers increased their lead to six points in the UHL East Division following their second straight win.

NASCAR JERSEYS THE "THEME" OF SUNDAY'S GAME AGAINST ADIRONDACK

DANBURY, CT-The Danbury Trashers are holding a special theme jersey night on Sunday January 22nd as the Trashers host the Adirondack Frostbite.

The players will be wearing special NASCAR themed jerseys, which will be auctioned off in a silent auction. As a special bonus, fans interested in bypassing the auction can buy a jersey in advance with a special "Buy It Now" price that is available.

Eager fans have already purchased several jerseys, while others are currently holding bids. For more information, visit DanburyTrashers.com and click on the NASCAR Jersey night graphic or call 866-565-PUCK, ext. 116 for the latest information.

In addition, Mario Larocque's game-issued #71 jersey will be raffled off to one lucky ticket holder in attendance. One fan will win the jersey at the end of the game. The winner must hold a paid ticket and must be in attendance at the time of the drawing to win.

WIN A 42-INCH HD PLASMA TV WITH BEST BUY AND THE DANBURY TRASHERS ON SUNDAY FEBRUARY 5TH IN THE "SUPER GIVEAWAY"!!!

DANBURY, CT--The Danbury Trashers, in partnership with the newly opened Best Buy in Danbury, have teamed up for a special contest. One lucky ticket holder will go home on February 5th with a brand new, 42 inch HD Plasma Television.

Any fan that purchases a ticket to the 2pm game against the Adirondack Frostbite and is in attendance for the game will be eligible to win the prize. In addition, the winner will have the television delivered to their home in time for the "BIG GAME" later that day. Due to logistical constraints, the delivery option is available only if the winner is in the local Danbury area.

DANBURY TRASHERS WEEKLY SCHEDULE

Wednesday January 18th vs. Roanoke at ROANOKE CIVIC CENTER 7:00pm

Friday January 20th vs. Elmira at FIRST ARENA 7:05pm

Saturday January 21st vs. Adirondack at GLENS FALLS CIVIC CENTER 7:35pm

Sunday January 22nd vs. Adirondack at DANBURY ICE ARENA 7:00pm

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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