Avery Hayes shines in minor league win

Avery Hayes led the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins to a 3-1 victory over the Lehigh Valley Phantoms at Mohegan Arena in Wilkes-Barre on April 3, 2026. Hayes recorded one goal and two assists in the game, contributing significantly to the team's fifth consecutive win.

Linemate Gabe Klassen also made an impact with a goal and an assist. In goal, Sergei Murashov made 23 saves on 24 shots, improving his record to 28-8-3, and he also provided an assist. The Penguins will face the Phantoms again in a road contest on Saturday at 7:05 p.m.