It's the first time a Komets' goaltender won his first
professional start since the Franke brothers bought the team in
1990.
There were a couple of other rookies who won their first
games with the Komets, but the keys are first start as a pro and did they start
the game. There was a rookie a few years ago who relieved and won the game, but
did not start. I'm back past 87-88 and I can't find out for sure on anyone else. Anyone have any ideas?
It's also the first time a Komets defenseman has had a
hat trick in a game since Frederic Bouchard scored four goals against Kalamazoo
on March 2, 2001.
7-1 is the best start since 7-0-2 in
2001-02.
