The Laval Rocket secured a commanding 6-1 victory over the Hershey Bears in a thrilling matchup held in Laval. This win marks the team’s sixth consecutive victory and their 30th win of the season, achieved in just 48 games.
Key Performers in the Matchup
Six players from the Rocket contributed to the scoreboard:
- Marc Del Gaizo
- Sean Farrell
- Alex Belzile
- Nate Clurman
- Owen Beck
- Samuel Blais
Samuel Blais not only scored but also provided two assists in the victory. Graeme Clarke was the sole scorer for the Bears.
Match Highlights
The encounter was physically intense, particularly late in the second period. The Bears, trailing significantly, began to exhibit frustration. Justin Nachbaur of the Bears was ejected from the game early in the third period after a confrontation with linesman Nicolas Boivin.
Tyler Thorpe, a powerful forward for the Rocket, was also involved in numerous exchanges, including a notable fight with David Gucciardi in the first period.
Goaltending Standouts
Jacob Fowler returned from an upper body injury to perform well in goal for Laval, making 23 saves. Conversely, Clay Stevenson stopped 22 shots for Hershey.
Upcoming Matches
The Laval Rocket will continue their schedule on Saturday afternoon against the Toronto Marlies.
