Connor Hughes was superb between the pipes for the Dorchester Dolphins, as he did not allow a goal in a 3-0 victory over the Exeter Hawks.

Exeter's power play was ineffective against Dorchester's penalty kill, which allowed zero goals while shorthanded.

The Dolphins were led by Tyler Kerr, who finished with one goal and one assist. Kerr scored 10:23 into the first period to make the score 1-0 Dorchester. Cale Duberry provided the assist.

Dorchester excelled on the penalty kill, not giving up a single goal in six chances. The Dolphins featured an improved defense during the game. Dorchester gives up 3.0 goals on average per game. The Dolphins kept the Hawks' goalie busy throughout the game, and Joe Metzger made 43 saves on 46 shots.

Matt Johnson also scored for Dorchester. In addition, Dorchester received assists from Brendon O Shaughnessy and Ben Lawton, who contributed one a piece.

Exeter stifled Dorchester's power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man. The Hawks did not reach the goal total they have come to expect this season. Exeter averages 3.2 goals per game.

Hughes rejected 25 shots on goal for the Dolphins. Dorchester incurred 24 minutes in penalty time with seven minors. The Hawks incurred 18 minutes in penalty time with four minors.