Philadelphia Liberty survives Empire State Legends comeback, wins 4-3
Philadelphia Liberty, which led by three goals at one point, survived a comeback attempt by Empire State Legends and clinched a 4-3 victory.
Philadelphia Liberty led by three goals at one point and ended with the victory. The largest advantage in the game came when Philadelphia Liberty's Brian Fischer scored at 4:22 in the second period to put Philadelphia Liberty up 4-1.
Fischer was all over the ice for Philadelphia Liberty, as he had two goals in the win.
Philadelphia Liberty's defensemen played an important role in the offense, chipping in two goals.
Philadelphia Liberty additionally got points from Derek Schultz, who also racked up one goal and one assist and Matt Grabert, who also tallied one goal and one assist. More assists for Philadelphia Liberty came via Mike Catalano, who had two.
Empire State Legends managed to stay out of the box better than usual, totaling one minor for two minutes in penalty time. Empire State Legends finished below its season average of 5.0 penalty minutes per game. Empire State Legends kept Philadelphia Liberty's goalie busy throughout the game, and Shawn Bowers made 36 saves on 39 shots. Team's forwards weren't the only contributers offensively, and the team's defensemen showcased their scoring touch with three goals.
Empire State Legends was helped by Brian Yohe, who registered one goal. Yohe scored on the power play 13:53 into the second period to make the score 4-3 Philadelphia Liberty. Empire State Legends earned a power play opportunity when Anthony Merrigan was put in the box for roughing. Joseph Mazzie provided the assist. Empire State Legends also got points from Jeffrey Kotcher, who also finished with one goal and one assist to lead the team in points. Empire State Legends also got a goal from Travis Bokina as well. In addition, Empire State Legends received assists from James Tamburino, Michael Bochicio, and Rowan Porter, who each chipped in one.
Philadelphia Liberty incurred 10 minutes in penalty time with five minors and had no power play opportunities. Empire State Legends' Keith Johnson stopped 19 shots out of the 23 that he faced. Empire State Legends registered one goal on four power play opportunities.
