In a game where neither team could get a cushion, the Kincardine Bulldogs escaped with a 4-2 victory over the Hanover Barons.

Kincardine gained the winning advantage on a goal by Jamie Miller 6:45 into the third period and hung on until final buzzer.

The Bulldogs were sparked by Miller, who finished with one goal.

Kincardine's penalty kill was spotless, allowing no goals on five Hanover power plays. The Bulldogs' offense rang up 42 shots on Hanover's net.

Kincardine also got points from Brett Catto, who also tallied one goal and one assist and Cody Britton, who also racked up one goal and one assist. Kincardine also got a goal from Chad Simpson as well. In addition, Kincardine received assists from Tanner Simpson, who had two and Dave Mercer, Brock Pinnell, Gerritt Satosek, and Luke Czuczman, who contributed one a piece.

The Barons kept Kincardine's goalie busy throughout the game, and Mitch Campbell made 32 saves on 34 shots.

Hanover was helped by Jarrett Kuntz, who registered one goal and one assist. Kuntz scored nine seconds into the first period to make the score 1-0 Hanover. Ryne Weppler provided the assist. Hanover additionally got points from Tyson Soers, who also had one goal and one assist.

The Bulldogs incurred 10 minutes in penalty time with five minors. Ben Errington made 38 saves for the Barons on 42 shots. Hanover incurred 10 minutes in penalty time with five minors.