UPDATE: The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins have just clinched a decisive 5-2 victory over the Hershey Bears, marking their third consecutive win against their rival. The game took place on December 30, 2023, at Mohegan Arena, where the Penguins stormed to an early lead, scoring five goals in the first period.
This emphatic win propels the Penguins to a total of 4-1 against Hershey this season, solidifying their position at the top of the Atlantic Division with a three-point lead over the Providence Bruins. Meanwhile, the Bears fall to fifth place, behind both Charlotte and Lehigh Valley.
The Penguins wasted no time, with Nolan Renwick netting the first goal just two minutes into the game, quickly followed by Raivis Ansons scoring another a minute later, granting the Penguins a swift 2-0 advantage. Although Hershey managed to cut the deficit to 2-1, the Penguins responded with back-to-back goals from Gabe Klassen and Phil Tomasino, who scored his fifth goal of the season, ultimately closing the first period with a commanding 5-1 lead.
In net, Sergei Murashov secured the victory, stopping 19 of 21 shots from the Bears. The Penguins will look to continue their momentum with one more game this week, heading to Lehigh Valley on Sunday at 3 p.m. They also have two games scheduled next week, facing Charlotte on Tuesday before traveling to Syracuse on Saturday.
This latest win not only boosts the Penguins’ confidence but keeps fans on the edge of their seats as they eye further success in the Atlantic Division. Stay tuned for updates as the Penguins aim to extend their winning streak!
