Bloomington Jr Blaze survived a determined comeback attempt by Michigan Ice Dogs on the way to a 4-2 win.

A goal by Peter Carlin put Bloomington Jr Blaze up 4-1 in the third period, but Michigan Ice Dogs pulled to within two on Drew Hull's tally 14:06 into the third period.

Bloomington Jr Blaze excelled on the penalty kill, not giving up a single goal in four chances.

Bloomington Jr Blaze was led by Jorey Skelton, who finished with three goals. Bloomington Jr Blaze additionally got points from Carlin, who also registered one goal and one assist. Other players who recorded assists for Bloomington Jr Blaze were Tommy Hrynkiw, John Urmetz, and Nathan Zoellner, who each chipped in one and Dylan Farmer and Micah Young, who contributed two a piece.

Michigan Ice Dogs stifled Bloomington Jr Blaze's power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man. Michigan Ice Dogs kept Bloomington Jr Blaze's goalie busy throughout the game, and Kent Nusbaum made 41 saves on 43 shots.

Brent Young also scored for Michigan Ice Dogs. In addition, Michigan Ice Dogs received assists from Stephen Sanborn, Steven Rhodes, and Adam Stadler, who each chipped in one.

Bloomington Jr Blaze totaled 13 minutes in penalty time with four minors and one major and went 0-for-7 on the power play. Jacob Dugan recorded 16 saves for Michigan Ice Dogs. Michigan Ice Dogs ended with 19 minutes in penalty time with seven minors and one major.