The Blenheim Blades was within striking distance after one period, but the Essex 73s put the pedal down in the second en route to a 7-0 victory.

Essex was paced by William Stadder, who registered one goal. Stadder scored 16:42 into the first period to make the score 1-0 Essex. Adam Gaiarin provided the assist.

The 73s' penalty kill was spotless, allowing no goals on three Blenheim power plays. Essex kept Blenheim's goalie busy throughout the game, and Klinton Kenney made 37 saves on 44 shots. The 73s' goal total was higher than their season average. Essex has scored at the pace of 4.9 goals per game during the current campaign.

Essex additionally got points from Matthew Hebert, who also racked up one goal and two assists. Essex also had goals scored by Tyler Scott, who had three and Phil Janikowski and Dan Mainella, who each put in one. More assists for Essex came via Tyler Turner, who had two and Nick Mainella, Scott Bromley, Mark MacPherson, Drew Hull, and Michael Vieira, who contributed one each.

The Blades could not produce up to their normal offensive output. Blenheim averages 2.8 goals per game.

Noah Hedrick made 22 saves for the 73s on 22 shots. Essex incurred 28 minutes in penalty time with four minors. The Blades incurred 16 minutes in penalty time with three minors.