New York came close to giving away a three-goal lead to Jersey Shore, but did just enough to escape with a 5-4 victory.

New York led by three goals at one point and ended with the victory. The largest advantage in the game came when New York's Dominick Sacco scored at 7:50 in the first period to put New York up 4-1.

After the loss made the series score 1-0 in the best of three series, Jersey Shore faces elimination next time out.

Daniel Backstrom had one goal and three assists to lead New York. Backstrom scored on the power play 3:26 into the first period to make the score 1-0 New York.

New York's penalty kill was spotless, allowing no goals on five Jersey Shore power plays. New York's offense rang up 37 shots on Jersey Shore's net.

New York also got points from Sacco, who also grabbed one goal and one assist. New York also got a goal from Jimmy Warrick as well. In addition, New York received assists from John Perreta, Martin Grinberg, and Sean Lake, who each chipped in one.

Jersey Shore kept New York's goalie busy throughout the game, and Stephen Mundinger made 46 saves on 50 shots. Jersey Shore got an offensive boost from its blueliners, who contributed two goals during the game.

Jersey Shore was helped by Dylan Plsek, who had one goal and one assist. Plsek scored 1:57 into the second period to make the score 5-4 New York. Scott Hansen picked up the assist. Jersey Shore additionally got points from Frederic Ampleman, who also tallied one goal and one assist. Jersey Shore also had goals scored by Ben Wingbermuehle and Marcus McCall, who each put in one. Other players who recorded assists for Jersey Shore were Christian Cooley, Jared Karas, Travis Valvo, and Tyler Goclan, who contributed one each.

New York incurred 10 minutes in penalty time with five minors. Scott Albertoni rejected 32 shots on goal for Jersey Shore. Jersey Shore incurred eight minutes in penalty time with four minors.