Jacob Mulka stood on his head and made 38 saves to lead Michigan Ice Dogs to a 2-1 victory over Decatur Blaze.

Decatur Blaze's power play was ineffective against Michigan Ice Dogs' penalty kill, which allowed zero goals while shorthanded.

Michigan Ice Dogs was sparked by Ryan McNulty, who racked up one goal. McNulty scored 19:51 into the third period to make the score 2-1 Michigan Ice Dogs. Joseph Russo picked up the assist.

Michigan Ice Dogs stifled Decatur Blaze's power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man. Decatur Blaze was unable to stop Michigan Ice Dogs from sending pucks towards the net, and Michigan Ice Dogs eventually piled up 39 shots on goal.

Michigan Ice Dogs additionally got points from Russo, who also grabbed one goal and one assist to lead the team in points. More assists for Michigan Ice Dogs came via Brent Young, Gordon Sparks, and Austin Stevens, who each chipped in one.

Decatur Blaze's offense operated below its season average. Decatur Blaze averages 4.0 goals per game. Decatur Blaze forced Michigan Ice Dogs goalie Mulka to work between the pipes, taking 39 shots.

Decatur Blaze was led by Duncan Irvine, who scored the team's only goal. Irvine scored 16:59 into the first period to make the score 1-0 Decatur Blaze. Ty Gehrken assisted on the tally.

Michigan Ice Dogs incurred 16 minutes in penalty time with eight minors. Matthew Hatcher recorded 37 saves for Decatur Blaze. Decatur Blaze incurred eight minutes in penalty time with four minors.