Colorado Thunderbirds (MM) tried to dig itself out of a two-goal hole, but Iowa Wild (MM) held on for a 3-2 victory.

Iowa Wild (MM) made the score 3-1 on a goal by Miro Sistonen at 7:35 in the third period, and Colorado Thunderbirds (MM) got as close as 3-2 when Josiah Slavin scored 8:37 into the third period.

Iowa Wild (MM) was sparked by Sistonen, who racked up one goal.

Iowa Wild (MM) excelled on the penalty kill, not giving up a single goal in four chances.

Iowa Wild (MM) additionally got points from Nick Rogers, who also registered one goal and one assist to lead the team in points. Case Moioffer also scored for Iowa Wild (MM). In addition, Iowa Wild (MM) received assists from Kyle Wadden, Miso Lehtimaki, and Erkka Vanska, who contributed one each.

Colorado Thunderbirds (MM) stifled Iowa Wild (MM)'s power play, and did not give up a single goal while down a man.

More assists for Colorado Thunderbirds (MM) came via Matts Thielemann and Austin Gardunio, who each chipped in two.

Lucas Van Dyke recorded 28 saves for Iowa Wild (MM). Iowa Wild (MM) incurred 10 minutes in penalty time with five minors. Daniel Swail made 20 saves for Colorado Thunderbirds (MM) on 23 shots. Colorado Thunderbirds (MM) incurred eight minutes in penalty time with four minors.