ERIE – The Erie Otters opened a four-game homestand with a 3-1 loss to the Soo Greyhounds, who scored twice in the third period to secure the victory.
The teams played a scoreless first period in a physical matchup. Erie goaltender David Egorov and Soo netminder David Vermirovsky kept the puck out of the net, although the Greyhounds held a 14-10 advantage in shots.
Erie broke through in the second period when Liam Beamish scored his fifth goal of the season during four-on-four play. Ty Henry and Broden McArthur assisted on the goal, giving the Otters a 1-0 lead.
The Greyhounds responded on the power play at 15:36, with Noah Laus scoring his sixth goal of the season to even the game at 1-1. Soo finished the period with a 27-18 advantage in shots, but the teams remained tied heading into the third.
Soo took the lead at 9:43 of the final period when Trevor Daley Jr. scored his third goal of the season. The Greyhounds added an empty-net goal from Brady Smith with 32 seconds remaining to seal the 3-1 win.
Soo finished with a 39-23 advantage in shots on goal.
The Otters earned four of a possible six points during the previous weekend and will continue their homestand Saturday against the London Knights. It will be London’s first visit to Erie this season.
The first 2,000 fans attending Saturday’s game will receive an Otters pennant presented by Senior Helpers. Tickets and additional information are available through the Erie Otters’ official website.
Discover more from UC Today Online
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
