Game Recap

In a game where neither team could get a cushion, Mars - MS escaped with a 4-3 victory over Central Valley - MS.

Each team kept the other at bay throughout the game, and Michael Manuppelli secured the win for Mars - MS with a goal in the third period.

Manuppelli had a great game for Mars - MS, netting two goals.

Mars - MS' penalty kill was spotless, allowing no goals on four Central Valley - MS power plays. Mars - MS found itself stymied offensively, and got off a mere 10 shots against Central Valley - MS' defense. Mars - MS got an offensive boost from its blueliners, who contributed two goals during the game.

Aidan Moffa also scored for Mars - MS. In addition, Mars - MS received assists from Mackenzie Riemer, who had two and Zachary Leachman and Cole Brennan, who each chipped in one.

Central Valley - MS managed to stay out of the box better than usual, registering one minor for two minutes in penalty time. Central Valley - MS wound up below its season average of 7.0 penalty minutes per game. Central Valley - MS was held below its usual level of production. Central Valley - MS averages 5.3 goals per game.

Central Valley - MS was led by Anthony Santilli, who registered two goals. Santilli scored the first of his two goals at 6:18 into the first period to make the score 1-0 Central Valley - MS. Jonathan Felouzis assisted on the tally. Santilli's next tally made the score 2-1 Central Valley - MS with 10:33 left in the first period. Nolan Merulli provided the assist. Central Valley - MS also got a goal from Mitchel Gagne as well.

Mars - MS' Daniel Mitchell stopped 23 shots out of the 26 that he faced. Mars - MS incurred 10 minutes in penalty time with five minors and had no power play opportunities. Roberto Wilhelm made six saves for Central Valley - MS on 10 shots.