Willmar found itself down againt Fergus Falls, but battled back to secure to a 5-5 (OT) tie.

The Otters' offense rang up 44 shots on the Cardinals' net. Fergus Falls was often in penalty trouble, as it ended with six minors and one major for 17 minutes in penalty time. The Otters' defensemen played an important role in the offense, chipping in two goals.

Fergus Falls was led by Jesse Ketonen, who racked up one goal and one assist. Ketonen scored 14:47 into the first period to make the score 1-0 Fergus Falls. Fergus Falls also got a goal from Joe Nathe as well. Other players who recorded assists for Fergus Falls were Austin Hanson, Ean Goos, Casey Ward, and Aidan Colling, who contributed one a piece.

Willmar's offense operated below it season average. The Cardinals average 7.5 goals per game. Willmar kept the Otters' goalie busy throughout the game, and Ian Bjorgum made 29 saves on 34 shots.

The Cardinals were led by Hunter Schneider, who grabbed three goals and one assist. Willmar also got points from Zech Streed, who also registered one goal and one assist. Evan VanDenEide also scored for Willmar. In addition, Willmar received assists from Preston Peterson, who had two and TJ Mattison, Josh Tinklenber, and Trey Tollefson, who each chipped in one.

Fergus Falls registered zero goals on two power play opportunities. Joey Benson made 39 saves for Willmar on 44 shots. The Cardinals incurred six minutes in penalty time with three minors.