A stellar performance between the pipes by Zack Weir helped the London Nationals defeat the St. Thomas Stars, 3-1.

London was led by Max Vinogradov, who registered one goal. Vinogradov scored 18:27 into the third period to make the score 2-1 London. Scott Goodman assisted on the tally.

The Nationals' penalty kill was spotless, allowing no goals on three St. Thomas power plays. London forced St. Thomas goalie Nikolas Dampier to work between the pipes, taking 39 shots.

London additionally got points from Kevin Madden, who also finished with one goal and one assist. London also got a goal from Tanner Ferreira as well. More assists for London came via Austin Kemp, who had two.

The Stars excelled on the penalty kill, not giving up a single goal in three chances. St. Thomas was held below its usual level of production. The Stars put an average of 4.0 pucks into the net per game.

St. Thomas was led by Spencer Hutchinson, who scored the team's only goal. Hutchinson scored 8:14 into the second period to make the score 1-1. Matt MacPherson picked up the assist.

Zack Weir made 28 saves for the Nationals on 29 shots. London incurred 26 minutes in penalty time with three minors. The Stars' Dampier stopped 36 shots out of the 38 that he faced. St. Thomas incurred six minutes in penalty time with three minors.