Jesse Raymond had a standout game with 38 saves, and the Stratford Cullitons beat the Elmira Sugar Kings 2-1.

After the loss made the series score 1-3 in the best of seven series, Elmira faces elimination next time out.

Stratford was led by Steven Dol, who registered one goal. Dol scored 11:19 into the third period to make the score 2-1 Stratford. Brock Reynolds provided the assist.

The Cullitons stifled the Sugar Kings' power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man. Elmira was unable to stop Stratford from sending pucks towards the net, and the Cullitons eventually piled up 34 shots on goal.

Stratford also got a goal from Ray Huether as well. Other players who recorded assists for Stratford were Pat Clifford and Jared Culliton, who contributed one a piece.

The Sugar Kings' penalty kill was spotless, allowing no goals on six Stratford power plays. Elmira's offense rang up 39 shots on Stratford's net.

The Sugar Kings were led by Brett Priestap, who scored the team's only goal. Priestap scored 8:58 into the first period to make the score 1-0 Elmira. Michael Hasson picked up the assist.

The Cullitons incurred 24 minutes in penalty time with seven minors. Nick Horrigan made 32 saves for Elmira on 34 shots. The Sugar Kings incurred 26 minutes in penalty time with eight minors.