In a game where neither team could get a cushion, Belle Tire (MM) escaped with a 4-2 victory over Chicago Fury (MM).

Each team kept the other at bay throughout the game, and Justin Metropoulos secured the win for Belle Tire (MM) with a goal in the second period.

Metropoulos had a great game for Belle Tire (MM), netting two goals.

Belle Tire (MM)'s penalty kill excelled, as Belle Tire (MM) gave up zero goals despite allowing seven power plays.

Belle Tire (MM) stifled Chicago Fury (MM)'s power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man. Belle Tire (MM) forced Chicago Fury (MM) goalie PETER THOME to work between the pipes, taking 34 shots. Belle Tire (MM)'s defensemen played an important role in the offense, chipping in two goals.

Belle Tire (MM) also had goals scored by Nate Kallen and Patrick OConnor, who each put in one. Other players who recorded assists for Belle Tire (MM) were Michael Hodgson, Dylan Schmidt, and Hunter Wendt, who each chipped in one.

Chicago Fury (MM) excelled on the penalty kill, not giving up a single goal in five chances. Belle Tire (MM) was unable to stop Chicago Fury (MM) from sending pucks towards the net, and Chicago Fury (MM) eventually piled up 38 shots on goal.

Chicago Fury (MM) was helped by Jared Hiebert, who finished with one goal. Hiebert scored 12:53 into the second period to make the score 1-1. Danny Zielecki provided the assist. Chicago Fury (MM) also got a goal from Hayden Smith as well. In addition, Chicago Fury (MM) received assists from Scott Swanson, who had one.

Roman Malkov rejected 36 shots on goal for Belle Tire (MM). Belle Tire (MM) incurred 20 minutes in penalty time with five minors. Chicago Fury (MM)'s THOME stopped 30 shots out of the 33 that he faced. Chicago Fury (MM) incurred 20 minutes in penalty time with five minors.