Justin Richards had two points to lead Ohio Blue Jackets (MM) to a 4-1 victory over Pittsburgh Penguins Elite (MM).

Ohio Blue Jackets (MM) put up an impenetrable defensive front on the penalty kill, and did not allow Pittsburgh Penguins Elite (MM) to score on any of its three power plays.

Ohio Blue Jackets (MM) also got points from Chase Gresock, who also registered one goal and one assist to lead the team in points. Ohio Blue Jackets (MM) also had goals scored by Kyle Craddick and ERIK NILSSON, who each put in one. In addition, Ohio Blue Jackets (MM) received assists from Trevor St-Jean, who had two and Cameron Sangster, Charlie Kiefer, Connor Pooley, and Collin Siebenaler, who contributed one each.

Pittsburgh Penguins Elite (MM) was held below its usual level of production. Pittsburgh Penguins Elite (MM) puts an average of 3.3 pucks into the net per game.

Pittsburgh Penguins Elite (MM) was led by Stephen Rex, who scored the team's only goal. Rex scored 9:43 into the third period to make the score 3-1 Ohio Blue Jackets (MM). Jordan Timmons assisted on the tally.

Ohio Blue Jackets (MM) incurred eight minutes in penalty time with four minors. Pittsburgh Penguins Elite (MM) incurred 20 minutes in penalty time with five minors.