Corey Kalk scored the go-ahead goal in the first period, and the North York Rangers held off the challenges of the Buffalo Jr. Sabres in a tough 4-2 win.

The Rangers' penalty kill excelled, as North York gave up one goal despite allowing eight power plays.

The Rangers were led by Nicholas Geiser, who finished with one goal and one assist. Geiser scored 6:11 into the second period to make the score 3-1 North York. Liam Kerins picked up the assist.

North York forced Buffalo goalie Parker Gahagen to work between the pipes, taking 34 shots.

North York additionally got points from Kalk, who also tallied one goal and one assist. Ryan Kinsella also scored for North York. In addition, North York received assists from Power Brody and Valadao Adam, who contributed one a piece.

The Jr. Sabres stifled the Rangers' power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man.

Buffalo was helped by Pat Egan, who had one goal. Egan scored 15:31 into the first period to make the score 1-1. Max Mikowski assisted on the tally. Buffalo also got a goal from Nolan Sheeran as well. Other players who recorded assists for Buffalo were Dylan Howatt, who had one and Nathan Pelligra, who had two.

Allen Avery made 27 saves for North York on 29 shots. The Rangers incurred 16 minutes in penalty time with eight minors. Gahagen rejected 30 shots on goal for the Jr. Sabres. Buffalo incurred eight minutes in penalty time with four minors.