Tyler Gratton netted a hat trick to lead North Jersey Avalanche (mm) over Anaheim Jr. Ducks (mm), 3-0.

Gratton's first goal came 10:38 into the first period. He then added goals at 11:35 into the first and at 16:43 into the third.

North Jersey Avalanche (mm) was boosted by Justin Robbins, who turned in a shutout with 25 saves. Robbins certainly lowered his goals against average, which was 1.8 entering the contest.

North Jersey Avalanche (mm)'s offense rang up 43 shots on Anaheim Jr. Ducks (mm)'s net.

In addition, North Jersey Avalanche (mm) received assists from Matt Cameron, Jordan Seyfert, and John Spetz, who contributed one each.

Anaheim Jr. Ducks (mm)'s penalty kill was spotless, allowing no goals on four North Jersey Avalanche (mm) power plays. Anaheim Jr. Ducks (mm)'s offense operated below its season average. Anaheim Jr. Ducks (mm) puts an average of 3.4 pucks into the net per game.

North Jersey Avalanche (mm) incurred six minutes in penalty time with three minors. Carl Stankowski made 40 saves for Anaheim Jr. Ducks (mm) on 42 shots. Anaheim Jr. Ducks (mm) incurred 10 minutes in penalty time with five minors.