Thunder AAA Hockey (MM) tried to dig itself out of a three-goal hole, but Chicago Fury (MM) held on for a 4-2 victory.

A goal by GARRETT RIEBLING put Chicago Fury (MM) up 4-1 in the third period, but Thunder AAA Hockey (MM) pulled to within two on Mitchell Foster's tally 17:08 into the third period.

Chicago Fury (MM) was paced by Jet Bell, who tallied one goal and one assist. Bell scored 14:52 into the second period to make the score 3-1 Chicago Fury (MM). JAKE HAMILTON picked up the assist.

Chicago Fury (MM)'s penalty killing units received substantial work throughout the game as Chicago Fury (MM) finished with 16 penalty minutes.

Chicago Fury (MM) additionally got points from HAMILTON, who also racked up one goal and one assist. More assists for Chicago Fury (MM) came via ANDREW BUSSEY, who had two and JOSEPH KINSELLA, Thomas Martyn, and Jack Nile, who contributed one a piece.

Thunder AAA Hockey (MM) stifled Chicago Fury (MM)'s power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man.

Thunder AAA Hockey (MM) was helped by Connor Wood, who grabbed one goal. Wood scored on the power play 4:58 into the first period to make the score 1-0 Thunder AAA Hockey (MM). Thunder AAA Hockey (MM) had gotten the advantage when Chicago Fury (MM)'s MAX PUSCHECK was sent off for unsportsmanlike conduct. Mitch Fossier provided the assist. In addition, Thunder AAA Hockey (MM) received assists from Drew Holcombe, who had one.

Chicago Fury (MM)'s BRYAN ABELL stopped 24 shots out of the 26 that he faced. Chicago Fury (MM) registered zero goals on three power play opportunities. Joseph Cruz made 24 saves for Thunder AAA Hockey (MM) on 28 shots. Thunder AAA Hockey (MM) incurred 14 minutes in penalty time with seven minors.