MIDDLETOWN, R.I. --Despite a hard-fought effort on the road, the No. 14 Salve Regina University men's ice hockey team narrowly dropped a 2-1 decision to Saint Michael's College in the second game of the weekend series.
Saint Michael's struck first in the opening period when the Purple Knights put the hosts ahead 1-0 at the 10:04 mark. Early in the second, Salve Regina capitalized on a power play as
Logan Calder wired home a shot at 3:36, tying the game at 1-1 with assists from
Cade DeStefani and
Parker Mabbett. In the third, Saint Michael's regained the lead when the host scored unassisted at 5:21 — the eventual game-winner.
INSIDE THE MATCHUP
Final: Saint Michael's 2, Salve Regina 1
Records: Salve Regina (15-3-0), Saint Michael's (9-5-3)
History: All-time the Seahawks are 1-5 against the Purple Knights. Yesterday the Seahawks picked up their first ever victory over Saint Michael's in men's ice hockey with an 8-2 verdict.
NOTEWORTHY:
- She Seahawks controlled play, outshooting the Purple Knights 38-19 and winning 38 faceoffs to 24, showcasing strong puck possession throughout.
- Manny Egbali made 17 saves in net, keeping Salve Regina within striking distance until the final horn.
ON THE HORIZON
The Seahawks play Salem State University on Tuesday, January 13, at 7 p.m. on the road at Rockett Arena.
