IceHogs Head to Iowa Wild: A Chance to Rebound
The Rockford IceHogs are gearing up for a crucial road game against the Iowa Wild, with the puck dropping at 6 p.m. on November 9, 2025. After a disappointing 2-0 loss to the Milwaukee Admirals the previous night, the IceHogs are eager to bounce back and secure their first back-to-back wins of the season.
The IceHogs and Wild will face off for the second time this season, with the IceHogs taking the first game on October 12 with a dominant 6-2 victory in Des Moines. Stanislav Berezhnoy made 29 saves, securing his first career AHL win, while Dillon Boucher, Jamie Engelbert, and Connor Mylymok combined for seven points. Oliver Moore also scored his first AHL goal in that contest.
Here are three key points to consider for this match:
Back-to-Back Success: The IceHogs have a golden opportunity to win consecutive games for the first time this season. Since last season, they've dominated the Wild, winning four of their last five meetings, including the last two in Des Moines. The IceHogs have a strong record in Des Moines, maintaining a .500 point percentage over the past four seasons, with a 3-3 record against the Wild last season.
Injury Update: The team received positive news regarding injuries earlier in the week. Defenseman Andrew Perrott and goaltender Stanislav Berezhnoy were cleared to return to action. Perrott participated in both games against Milwaukee this weekend and has played in six games so far this season. Berezhnoy, who made his AHL debut last night as the backup to Drew Commesso, boasts an impressive .944 save percentage in his first two starts.
Defensive Resilience: Despite the loss to the Admirals, the IceHogs showcased their defensive prowess, holding their opponents to just 21 shots on goal. In the first 40 minutes, the Admirals were limited to just ten shots, while the IceHogs managed 14. The team's penalty kill unit performed exceptionally well, going 4/4 on Saturday night and a perfect 7/7 against the Admirals this weekend, currently operating at an 83% success rate.
The IceHogs' upcoming schedule includes a return to the Stateline to host the Manitoba Moose on November 12 at 7 p.m., marking the inaugural 'Wet Your Whistle Wednesday' event. Tickets are available at icehogs.com.
With a chance to rebound and build momentum, the IceHogs are set to face the Wild in Iowa, aiming to solidify their position in the central division.
