Michigan Ice Dogs had a four-goal lead after two periods and cruised the rest of the way en route to a 9-2 win over G L Lightning.

Michigan Ice Dogs got the win on the strength of a great game by Hunter Ledgerwood, who had two goals and one assist. Ledgerwood scored the first of his two goals at 19:03 into the first period to make the score 2-0 Michigan Ice Dogs. Adam Pinkowski picked up the assist. Ledgerwood's next tally made the score 7-2 Michigan Ice Dogs with 13:44 left in the third period. Ashton Guy provided the assist.

Michigan Ice Dogs' penalty kill was spotless, allowing no goals on three G L Lightning power plays. G L Lightning was unable to stop Michigan Ice Dogs from sending pucks towards the net, and Michigan Ice Dogs eventually piled up 41 shots on goal. Michigan Ice Dogs' goal total was higher than its season average. This season, Michigan Ice Dogs averages 4.1 goals per contest. Michigan Ice Dogs got an offensive boost from its blueliners, who contributed two goals during the game.

Michigan Ice Dogs also got points from James Subu, who also had one goal and three assists to lead the team in points, Pinkowski, who also finished with one goal and one assist, and Mark Rotondo, who also registered one goal and one assist. Michigan Ice Dogs also got a goal from Tyler Textor as well. More assists for Michigan Ice Dogs came via Robby Rech, who had three and Cody Brent and Zachary Bess, who each chipped in one.

G L Lightning's offense was handcuffed by Michigan Ice Dogs' defensive play, and G L Lightning managed only 14 shots on goal during the game.

Michigan Ice Dogs took out Vincent Ryckman after he had made seven saves and installed Andrew Freeman in goal, where he finished with five saves and the win. Michigan Ice Dogs incurred eight minutes in penalty time with four minors. Jeff LaBaere rejected 32 shots on goal for G L Lightning. G L Lightning incurred 12 minutes in penalty time with six minors.