Andrew Randazzo gave Mississippi RiverKings the lead in the first period, and Mississippi Surge was never able to catch up in a close game that ended 2-1.

Mississippi RiverKings took over the lead for good with a goal by Randazzo at 7:35 in the first period. Mississippi RiverKings had gotten the advantage when Mississippi Surge's David Sallander was sent off for hooking. Matt Harrington assisted on the tally.

Mississippi RiverKings was led by goalie Matthew Krahn, who finished with 32 saves while allowing one goal. The solid play of Krahn will be reflected in his goals against average, which pre-game was 1.93.

Mississippi RiverKings was paced by Randazzo, who finished with one goal.

Mississippi Surge was unable to stop Mississippi RiverKings from sending pucks towards the net, and Mississippi RiverKings eventually piled up 34 shots on goal. The defensemen of Mississippi RiverKings were also effective in Mississippi Surge's zone, and came away with two goals.

Mississippi RiverKings also got points from Mike Grace, who also grabbed one goal and one assist to lead the team in points. In addition, Mississippi RiverKings received assists from Tyler Melancon and Charles LaChance, who contributed one a piece.

Mississippi Surge did not reach the goal total it has come to expect this season. Mississippi Surge averages 3.3 goals per game. Mississippi Surge's offense rang up 33 shots on Mississippi RiverKings' net.

Mississippi Surge was led by Reid Edmondson, who scored the team's only goal. Edmondson scored 1:37 into the first period to make the score 1-0 Mississippi Surge. Mark Thorburn provided the assist.

Mississippi RiverKings incurred six minutes in penalty time with three minors. Mississippi Surge's Dan Clarke stopped 32 shots out of the 34 that he faced. Mississippi Surge incurred six minutes in penalty time with three minors.