Middleton, Wis. — The Des Moines Buccaneers (20-20-3-4) took a 1-0 victory over the Madison Capitols (26-18-0-3) Saturday night at Bob Suter's Legacy20 Arena Middleton. Ryan Seelinger scored the lone goal of the contest late in the third period to give Des Moines the 1-0 edge. Bucs goalie Alan Lendak (13-9-0-0) backstopped the win with his third career shutout, stopping all 33 Caps shots on goal. The Bucs look ahead to a 3-in-3 home stand next weekend, kicking off with a matchup against the Omaha Lancers Friday, Feb. 27 at 7:05 p.m. at the MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex.

After two scoreless periods, Bucs forward Ryan Seelinger scored the lone goal of the contest 16:14 into the final frame, picking up a pass from Owen Tylec and finding the Capitols' back door for his 27th goal of the season. Rhys Wallin also assisted on the goal that gave Des Moines the 1-0 win. 

The Bucs look ahead to a 3-in-3 home weekend February 27 - March 1 at the MidAmerican Eenrgy Company RecPlex. Friday, February 27, the Bucs host the Omaha Lancers at 7:05 p.m. with 2-for-1 beer and Fireball Friday specials. Saturday, February 28, is the Bucs' annual Guns N Hoses game, benefiting Easterseals Iowa, featuring specialty jerseys and a post-game jersey auction. The Bucs will host the Sioux Falls Stampede at 7:05 p.m., and it is also Mug Club 1/2 off beverages and Tito's Saturday. Sunday, March 1, is Winger's birthday! Featuring a specialty Winger bobblehead giveaway at the door and dollar dog night. It is a Dupaco Cowbell Cup matchup against the Waterloo Black Hawks at 2:05 p.m. Don't miss out on the action! Buy your tickets here. 

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About the Buccaneers   
Founded in 1980, the Des Moines Buccaneers are a proud member of the United States Hockey League (USHL), the nation's premier junior hockey league. The Bucs have a history of success in the USHL, including 4 Clark Cup Championships, 4 Anderson Cup Championships, and 54 alumni drafted to the National Hockey League, including Stanley Cup Champions Kyle Okposo, Alex Chiasson, Trevor Lewis, Davis Drewiske, and Erik Cole. The organization is committed to developing young players on and off the ice, preparing them for a future in collegiate and professional careers. Known for their passionate fan base, the Bucs play their home games at The MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex, a multi-sport complex in West Des Moines, Iowa.   
 
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