The San Jose Barracuda claimed a 4-2 win over the Calgary Wranglers on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. The Barracuda took control early in the game, setting the pace with key goals that established their lead.
Early Lead Built by Barracuda’s Offense
Patrick Giles opened the scoring just four minutes into the first period, giving the Barracuda a 1-0 advantage. Shortly after, Mattias Hävelid extended the lead to 2-0 at the 7:12 mark of the period. These early goals allowed San Jose to maintain momentum.
Calgary Responds but Barracuda Maintain Edge
The second period saw the Wranglers fight back, with Ajdar Sunjev scoring at 24:25 to cut the deficit to 2-1. However, Ryan Chyzowski evened the score for Calgary at 28:07. The Barracuda quickly regained the lead when Oliver Wahlstrom scored just 22 seconds later, making it 3-2 heading into the second intermission.
Final Goal Secures San Jose’s Win
Early in the third period, Jegor Afanasiev scored at 42:14, pushing the Barracuda’s advantage to 4-2. That goal proved decisive, leaving the final score unchanged through the remainder of the game.
Looking Ahead to Upcoming Matches
The Calgary Wranglers are set to face the Abbotsford Canucks on Friday, February 27, 2026. The San Jose Barracuda will travel to take on Tucson on Saturday, February 28, 2026, aiming to build on their recent victory.
