Rosén’s First AHL Hat Trick Caps Comeback, Amerks Lose 5-4 in OT

Isak Rosén’s first career AHL hat trick provided one of the most dramatic moments of the night, but it came too late to prevent the Rochester Americans from dropping a 5-4 overtime decision to the Belleville Senators. The comeback pushed the game to extra time after the Amerks had fallen into an early hole, and the result kept Rochester's point streak alive while leaving questions about closing out games.

Belleville built a 3-0 advantage early, applying pressure and forcing Rochester to chase the game. The Amerks battled back through multiple multi-goal deficits, showing resilience and depth as the contest swung back and forth. Rosén emerged as Rochester’s offensive catalyst, scoring the club’s second and third goals in the third period before completing his hat trick with 1:28 remaining in regulation to knot the score and send the crowd into a frenzy.

Rosén’s three-goal night marked a milestone for the young forward and underscored his growing role in the Amerks’ top-six attack. His late-game scoring boosted his profile as a high-upside contributor within the organization and reinforced his value in the broader player-development pipeline. For Rochester, the performance offered a vivid example of how a single player’s breakout can electrify a roster and reinvigorate a fan base, even in a losing effort.

Belleville’s early push and timely finishing kept them in control long enough to claim the extra point in overtime. The Senators’ ability to strike early and withstand Rochester’s rallies highlighted the margin for error in a tight North Division race. The overtime victory carried immediate standings implications, while the single point awarded to Rochester preserved momentum in the form of an extended point streak.

Beyond the box score, the game illustrated several trends in the AHL: younger scorers taking on more decisive roles, tighter margins between teams, and the entertainment value of late comebacks for local markets. For the Amerks, Rosén’s outing could translate into increased ticket interest and renewed local buzz, factors that matter for an organization balancing player development with fan engagement and business health.

What comes next for Rochester is a chance to convert the energy from that comeback into regulation wins and more consistent execution through 60 minutes. Rosén’s milestone gives the Amerks a tangible building block; how the club leverages his emergence will help determine its trajectory in the North Division as the schedule tightens.