Colin Farrell scored the go-ahead goal in the first period, and Buffalo Jr Sabres (mm) held off the challenges of Oakland Jr Grizzlies (mm) in a tough 2-0 win.

Farrell provided Buffalo Jr Sabres (mm) with the game-winning tally when he scored 3:50 into the the first period. Matthew Damico provided the assist.

Buffalo Jr Sabres (mm) was led by Farrell, who racked up one goal.

Buffalo Jr Sabres (mm) excelled on the penalty kill, not giving up a single goal in three chances. Buffalo Jr Sabres (mm) featured an improved defense during the game. Buffalo Jr Sabres (mm) allows 3.0 goals per game.

Buffalo Jr Sabres (mm) also got a goal from Eric Szczecinski as well. More assists for Buffalo Jr Sabres (mm) came via Ryan Hornberger, Phil Stamer, and Eric Benshadle, who contributed one a piece.

Oakland Jr Grizzlies (mm) put up an impenetrable defensive front on the penalty kill, and did not allow Buffalo Jr Sabres (mm) to score on any of its four power plays.

Trevor Micucci rejected 15 shots on goal for Buffalo Jr Sabres (mm). Buffalo Jr Sabres (mm) incurred six minutes in penalty time with three minors. David Ovsjannikov recorded 25 saves for Oakland Jr Grizzlies (mm). Oakland Jr Grizzlies (mm) incurred eight minutes in penalty time with four minors.