Grant Meyer scored the go-ahead goal in the first period, and Cleveland Barons (MM) held off the challenges of Belle Tire (MM) in a tough 1-0 win.

A goal 15:06 into the the first period by Meyer proved to be the game winner, and powered Cleveland Barons (MM) to the victory Paul McAvoy provided the assist.

Cleveland Barons (MM) was boosted by Matt Jurusik, who turned in a shutout with 31 saves. Jurusik managed to improve on his goals against average, which stood at 2.47 prior to the game.

Cleveland Barons (MM) was led by Meyer, who racked up one goal.

Cleveland Barons (MM) excelled on the penalty kill, not giving up a single goal in four chances. Cleveland Barons (MM) was held below its usual level of production. Cleveland Barons (MM) puts an average of 4.0 pucks into the net per game. Cleveland Barons (MM) forced Belle Tire (MM) goalie Jordan Severo to work between the pipes, taking 33 shots.

In addition, Cleveland Barons (MM) received assists from William Harrison, who had one.

Belle Tire (MM) put up an impenetrable defensive front on the penalty kill, and did not allow Cleveland Barons (MM) to score on any of its five power plays. Belle Tire (MM) could not produce up to it normal offensive output. Belle Tire (MM) averages 3.8 goals per game. Belle Tire (MM)'s offense rang up 31 shots on Cleveland Barons (MM)'s net.

Cleveland Barons (MM) incurred eight minutes in penalty time with four minors. Jordan Severo made 32 saves for Belle Tire (MM) on 33 shots. Belle Tire (MM) incurred eight minutes in penalty time with four minors.