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Vladimir Studennikov had two goals and two assists to lead Chicago Fury (MM) to a 5-0 victory over Ohio Blue Jackets (MM).

Studennikov found the back of the net 1:40 into the first period to make the score 1-0 Chicago Fury (MM) and again while 4:48 into the third to make the score 5-0 Chicago Fury (MM).

Chicago Fury (MM) was boosted by VINNIE PURPURA, who turned in a shutout with 27 saves. The solid play of PURPURA will be reflected in his goals against average, which pre-game was 2.83.

Chicago Fury (MM) managed to stay out of the box better than usual, finishing with one minor for two minutes in penalty time. Chicago Fury (MM) ended up below its season average of 12.0 penalty minutes per game. Ohio Blue Jackets (MM) was unable to stop Chicago Fury (MM) from sending pucks towards the net, and Chicago Fury (MM) eventually piled up 40 shots on goal.

Chicago Fury (MM) additionally got points from MICHAEL ZUFFANTE, who also racked up one goal and three assists and JEFFREY LOSURDO, who also had one goal and two assists. COLIN SWOYER also scored for Chicago Fury (MM).

Ohio Blue Jackets (MM)'s offense operated below its season average. Ohio Blue Jackets (MM) puts an average of 3.3 pucks into the net per game. Ohio Blue Jackets (MM)'s defense was uncharacteristically lax during the game. Ohio Blue Jackets (MM) gives up 1.7 goal per game.

Chicago Fury (MM) registered one goal on two power play opportunities. Eric Dop rejected 35 shots on goal for Ohio Blue Jackets (MM). Ohio Blue Jackets (MM) incurred four minutes in penalty time with two minors.