Cleveland Barons (MM) survived a determined comeback attempt by Boston Advantage (MM) on the way to a 4-2 win.

A goal by Scott Donahue put Cleveland Barons (MM) up 4-1 in the third period, but Boston Advantage (MM) pulled to within two on Peter Orlandella's tally 16:58 into the third period.

Donahue was all over the ice for Cleveland Barons (MM), as he had two goals in the win.

Cleveland Barons (MM) kept Boston Advantage (MM)'s goalie busy throughout the game, and Rich DOrtenzio made 28 saves on 32 shots.

Cleveland Barons (MM) also had goals scored by Sean Moore and Corbin Foppe, who each put in one. More assists for Cleveland Barons (MM) came via Gordie Harwood, who had two and Austin Krosky, Cole Essig, Jared Cruz, Jordan Rose, and Bryan Moore, who each chipped in one.

Boston Advantage (MM) was helped by Pat Limoges, who tallied one goal. Limoges scored 8:13 into the second period to make the score 2-1 Cleveland Barons (MM). Shawn Montgomery assisted on the tally.

Anthony Yamnitsky made 20 saves for Cleveland Barons (MM) on 22 shots. Cleveland Barons (MM) incurred six minutes in penalty time with three minors. Boston Advantage (MM) incurred six minutes in penalty time with three minors.