Ohio Blue Jackets (mm) survived a determined comeback attempt by Oakland Jr. Grizzlies (mm) on the way to a 2-1 win.

Ohio Blue Jackets (mm) took a 2-0 lead during the second period, only to have Oakland Jr. Grizzlies (mm) storm back on a Giovanni Carabelli goal 13:55 into the third period to pull to one goal down.

Ohio Blue Jackets (mm)'s Eric Dop was a brick wall in net, as he came up with 30 saves and let only one puck past him. The solid play of Dop will be reflected in his goals against average, which pre-game was 3.9.

Ohio Blue Jackets (mm) was led by Justin Richards, who finished with one goal and one assist. Richards scored 2:20 into the second period to make the score 2-0 Ohio Blue Jackets (mm). Chase Gresock assisted on the tally. Ohio Blue Jackets (mm) also got a goal from Connor Pooley as well. In addition, Ohio Blue Jackets (mm) received assists from Bryce Queary, who had one.

Oakland Jr. Grizzlies (mm) excelled on the penalty kill, not giving up a single goal in five chances. Oakland Jr. Grizzlies (mm) forced Ohio Blue Jackets (mm) goalie Dop to work between the pipes, taking 31 shots.

Ohio Blue Jackets (mm) incurred 10 minutes in penalty time with five minors. BRIAN GEORGE recorded 19 saves for Oakland Jr. Grizzlies (mm). Oakland Jr. Grizzlies (mm) incurred 12 minutes in penalty time with six minors.