The North American Hockey League announced that Philadelphia Rebels defenseman Joe Stauber has been named the East Division Third Star of the Week following his standout performance against the Maryland Black Bears on Saturday.
Stauber delivered a memorable night offensively, recording a hat trick for Philadelphia in the Rebels’ matchup with Maryland. The defenseman scored all three of his goals during a strong stretch for the Rebels, helping Philadelphia briefly take the lead midway through the game.
Stauber first got the Rebels on the board late in the opening period, cutting into Maryland’s early advantage. He carried that momentum into the second period, scoring twice more to complete the hat trick and give Philadelphia a 3–2 lead. His three-goal performance marked one of the most impressive individual offensive efforts by a Rebels defenseman this season.
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Despite Stauber’s standout night, Maryland rallied with a four-goal third period to secure a 6–3 victory.
Through the performance, Stauber continued to make an impact on the Rebels’ defensive corps, showcasing his ability to contribute offensively while maintaining a strong presence on the back end.
The Rebels will look to get back in the win column as they prepare for their next matchup against the Elmira Aviators. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
SEASON AWARDS & HONORS (2025–26)
East Division Star of the Week – Second Star
Ilja Nikitins — Week ending Nov. 30, 2025
Brayton Frick — Week ending Nov. 16, 2025
Alex Lunski — Week ending Nov. 9, 2025
East Division Star of the Week – Third Star
Joe Stauber — Week ending Mar. 9, 2026
Mikey Conlon — Week ending Jan. 26, 2026
Johnny Conlin — Week ending Oct. 6, 2025