Showing posts with label Post Game Summaries. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Post Game Summaries. Show all posts

Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Game 2: Salmon Kings 4, Grizzlies 2

Really, Utah? THIS is your playoff hockey?

To say this game was a disappointment would be a vast understatement. The Grizzlies didn't look like they knew how to pass, were looking at the bench more than they were the puck, and were fighting among each other in the 2nd. Yeah. We saw that, Utah. The whole game left us with the distinct taste of "WTF?" in our mouths.

Our two highlights? Nick Tuzzolino's goal and Shea Guthrie taking the puck to the net late in the 3rd followed by McIlveen picking up the rebound. We were mostly shocked to see anyone picking up a rebound, let alone having a beautiful SOG result from it. Actually, Carroll's goal was a thing of beauty as well. Thumbs up for these 10 seconds of the game.

Other than that, pure crap in our book. And while we're more disgusted with Utah, the Salmon Kings didn't look so hot either. How on earth do you miss a two-on-none with an empty net, Victoria? At least you made us laugh . . .

Boo to the uncalled elbow on Donovan. Like we said: a distinct taste of WTF?

Nice job staying out of the box, Grizzlies. But we really don't think anyone cared enough to commit any penalties.

Utah - knock off this bullshit. Get your heads in the game, focus on your 15 wins, and take care of business. Stop underachieving and have some damn pride.


Here's to a road sweep.

Stars of the Game -

1. VIC - C. Painchaud
2. UTA - M. Carroll
3. VIC - R. Hennigar

Links -
post game || Victoria Takes 2-0 Series Lead With 4-2 Win
gamesheet || Victoria at Utah - 4/16/11
highlights || Game Highlights 4/16/11 vs Victoria
interview || Kevin Colley 4/16/11 post game
interview || Chris Donovan 4/16/11 intermission

Saturday, April 16, 2011

Game 1: Salmon Kings 4, Grizzlies 2

Zero down, four to go.

Not a bad game by Utah, but the boys just weren't on top of their opportunities in the same way Victoria was. We were hoping to see the same fire from the Grizzlies in the first game of this series as we did in the first game against Stockton, but Utah couldn't consistently pull off that same buzz. However, the Grizzlies kept at it right down to the wire and worked on coming back after each Victoria goal, which is something we'd like to see continue throughout the series. Tomorrow, we'd like to see them keep in those pucks in the Salmon Kings' end - but that's just us.

Nice to see the power play still clicking. Both Grizzlies goals tonight were on the man advantage. While Utah's special teams are doing some great work, it sounds like Victoria's goal is to stay out of the box as much as possible - so we're gonna need to see some 5-on-5 goals as well. However, if the Grizzlies can continue to capitalize on the Salmon Kings' penalties like they did tonight, they can't go wrong.

Matt Reber was at it again, picking up assists on both of Utah's goals. Talk about an asset to the power play. We have to hand it to both Reber and Tuzzolino - they've really given special teams a boost.

Pick one up tonight, boys.

Stars of the Game -

1. VIC - D. Martin
2. UTA - M. Reber
3. VIC - J. Caister

Links -
post game || Victoria Edges Out Utah: Game 2 Saturday at Maverik Center
gamesheet || Victoria at Utah - 4/15/11
highlights || Game Highlights 4/15/11 vs Victoria
interview || Kevin Colley 4/15/11 post game
interview || Matt Clarke 4/15/11 intermission

Monday, April 11, 2011

Game 4: Grizzlies 5, Thunder 0


Wow. They finished it in 4.

So, this is how the series ends for Stockton - not with a bang, but with a whimper. (Give yourself bonus nerd points if you know that reference.)

On to Victoria!

Stars of the Game -

1. UTA - J. Lamoureux
2. UTA - P. McIlveen
3. UTA - M. Reber

Links -

post game || Grizzlies Advance With 5-0 Win Over Stockton
gamesheet || Utah at Stockton - 4/10/11
highlights || Game Highlights 4/10/11 at Stockton
interview || Samson Mahbod 4/10/11 intermission

Sunday, April 10, 2011

Game 3: Grizzlies 4, Thunder 2

Two down, one to go.

The Grizzlies we saw tonight was not the same team as in Game 1, but we'll take it. The boys were able to respond to each Stockton goal and eventually gain the lead on a power play opportunity at the top of the 3rd. Utah had two special teams goals: one shorty and one on the power play. Even though Stockton didn't completely give up after Utah's shorthanded goal, the momentum had changed. And we want to point out how back to business the boys were after that shorty. No jitters, no impatience - just ready to take care of business.

We're really liking this Mahbod kid.

Also, we'd be remiss if we didn't mention the efforts by Ferguson in this series. Simon picked up 4 points tonight, factoring in on every Utah goal. And even though he missed his empty net opportunity, he set up Carroll on his. Nicely done.

And some amazing saves by Lamoureux, who really saved Utah's collective butt once again when the boys weren't able to work the puck out of their own end. We'd liked to see a bit more from the Grizzlies on defense and in the corners. There were just too many close calls when they weren't able to get the puck out.

Finish it on Sunday, boys.

Stars of the Game -

1. UTA - S. Ferguson
2. UTA - J. Lamoureux
3. STK - R. Constant

Links -
post game || Grizzlies Take 2-1 Series Lead With 4-2 Win
gamesheet || Utah at Stockton - 4/9/11
highlights || Game Highlights 4/9/11 at Stockton
interview || Simon Ferguson 4/9/11 intermission

Thursday, April 7, 2011

Game 2: Thunder 3, Grizzlies 2

Series tied.

Utah and their fans were definitely stunned in this one. The Grizzlies came out really strong in the 1st and 2nd periods, but couldn't keep the puck out of their own end in the 3rd or Overtime. Frustrating, especially considering the game we saw from the boys in Game 1.

When Stockton went up in the 3rd, we didn't know if Utah could do it. But Parnham saved the day with his tying goal late in the 3rd. Nicely done, Visa.

Special teams were still pretty strong. Utah has yet to allow Stockton a power play goal, but has been able to capitalize on 4 of their 9 power play situations. If the Grizzlies keep this kind of work with the special teams up, then we shouldn't have to worry.

Get the lead back Saturday, Utah.

Stars of the Game -

1. STK - K. Czuy
2. UTA - J. Lamoureux
3. UTA - B. Parnham

Links -
post game || Stockton Evens Series With 3-2 Overtime Win
gamesheet || Stockton at Utah - 4/6/11
highlights || Game Highlights 4/6/11 vs Stockton
interview || Brett Parnham 4/6/11 intermission
interview || Nick Tuzzolino 4/6/11 intermission

Wednesday, April 6, 2011

Game 1: Grizzlies 5, Thunder 2

One down, two to go.

This is the Grizzlies team we'd hoped to see come out to play tonight. After a less than appealing recent losing streak, we weren't sure what to expect from the boys tonight. But came out with absolute style, looking like the team they were during the first half of the season. Stockton looked stunned.

We truly appreciated the way Utah responded to the Stockton goals. We'd been waiting to see this kind of rebound after a momentum change for months, and it couldn't have come at a better time. Scoring was clicking with several players (Ferguson, Reber, McIlveen, Parnham) having multiple point nights, and the boys were able to keep things on the forecheck for the majority of time, only allowing 28 SOG compared to the Grizzlies' 37.

Welcome to Utah, Reber.

Also, amazing job by the Grizzlies in staying out of the box. For two teams that were penalty heavy through the season, it was nice to see Utah only pick up two minors and capitalize on two of Stockton's 5 short-handed situations.

And that's all we have to say about that.

Let's go for two, boys.

Stars of the Game -

1. UTA - M. Reber
2. UTA - K. Deeth
3. UTA - S. Ferguson

Links -
post game || Grizzlies Take 1-0 Series Lead With 5-2 Win
gamesheet || Stockton at Utah - 4/5/11
highlights || Game Highlights 4/5/11 vs Stockton
interview || Kevin Colley 4/5/11 post game
interview || Kevin Deeth 4/5/11 intermission

Sunday, April 3, 2011

Post Game: Grizzlies 2, Condors 1 (SO)

Welcome back, J.P.!

While we really don't blame Engelage for the losing streak lately (even if you have a good goalie, you still have to play in front of him), having Lamoureux back in net definitely gave the boys a boost. J.P. stopped 44 of the 45 shots he saw with style. And his work in the shutout was perfect. With the Grizzlies tallying only 17 shots on goal in the entire contest and allowing almost 3 times as many, it's undeniable that Lamoureux saved the day.

Also, assists on Matt Clarke's goal? New guy Reber and Lamoureux. Very nice.

Thumbs up to Paul McIlveen on the only shootout goal of the contest. Sweet shot . . . and that's really all we have to say about that.

On to the playoffs.

Stars of the Game -

1. UTA - J. Lamoureux
2. UTA - M. Clarke
3. UTA - P. McIlveen

Links -
post game || J.P. Lamoureux Leads Utah To 2-1 Shootout Win
gamesheet || Bakersfield at Utah - 4/2/11
highlights || Game Highlights 4/2/11 vs Bakersfield
interview || Leigh Mendleson 4/2/11 post game
interview || Matt Reber 4/2/11 intermission

Saturday, April 2, 2011

Post Game: Condors 3, Grizzlies 1

Grizzlies lose.

In some sort of sick April Fool's day twist, the Grizzlies played surprisingly well but still lost to the Condors 3-1 in front of a record high crowd. There were a few breakdowns - which of course lead to Bakersfield's goals - and some missed chances, but otherwise not much that we have to complain about.

Great job by both goalies. Engelage had some help in front of the net and only allowed 2 goals on 33 shots. However, we do have to give some respect to Condor's goalie Stewart who had a wildly successful game, stopping 39 of the 40 Grizzlies' shots he saw. Damn.

The boys played some good defense and had a much better effort on the forecheck than we've seen in their recent losing streak. While the first goal from Bakersfield came in the 1st, Utah was able to calm things down and keep the Condors at bay until the 3rd. The Grizzlies' sole goal was shorthanded from Carpentier and Carroll who were probably happy to get such an essential goal after getting their asses kicked so heinously on the road.

Nice job on the PK; would love to see the power play come together again.

Get the win tomorrow to close out the season, boys.

Stars of the Game -

1. BAK - S. Goulet
2. UTA - H. Carpentier
3. BAK - B. Stewart

Links -
post game || Record-High Crowd Sees Grizzlies Fall 3-1
gamesheet || Bakersfield at Utah - 4/1/11
highlights || Game Highlights 4/1/11 vs Bakersfield
interview || Leigh Mendleson 4/1/11 post game
interview || David Schulz 4/1/11 intermission

Thursday, March 31, 2011

Post Game: Steelheads 7, Grizzlies 2

Screw you, Utah. Since you didn't bother to show up, we're reviewing the Wheeling-Reading game instead.


Royals win.

In a game that saw 3 former Grizzlies pick up a goal, the outcome came down to the goaltending. Reading goalie Dalton stopped 45 out of 47 SOG in regulation and all 4 Wheeling shooters in the SO to capture the win for the Royals. Now, that's a game. Add to that both of the Nailers' goals came on the 5-on-3, and we're even more impressed.

Of course, we also need to point out the great job that Wheeling did in their own end on defense and also on the forecheck. While the Nailers racked up 47 shots, they only allowed 27 comparatively. And like the Royals, both goals allowed came on the power play.

Both Reading goals came from former Grizzlies in Cruthers and Labelle (ah - we miss you, Labelle), and one of the two Nailers goals came from Tim Crowder (who we also miss dearly). It was Timmy's first goal in a Nailers uniform and it was on the power play. When we switched over to the Grizzlies game, Wheeling was leading 2-1 with Tim's goal as the GWG; but Labelle scored late in the 3rd to tie things up and send it past regulation. We missed it. Boo.

Overall, great effort from both teams. It's hard to make any sort of comparative statements regarding the game as we haven't been following these teams closely, but it was a fun one to watch. Much more entertaining to watch than Utah's non-effort.

Go Eastern Conference.


**If you want to read about Utah getting slaughtered, go read the official post game. We're opting to ignore it.

Sunday, March 27, 2011

Post Game: Aces 4, Grizzlies 1

Grizzlies lose, but don't get shut out.

The boys 1st period looked much better than what we saw from them last night. Utah seemed to keep up with the Aces on the Olympic-sized ice and push the advantages they had. Also, the Grizzlies were playing a lot better in front of their own net during the initial 20, which allowed them to end the period with a 1 goal lead. However, Alaska rallied quick in the 2nd to add 3 goals in 4 minutes.

We have to give some coaching propers to Colley who utilized his 30 second time out to calm the boys down and stop the bleeding. Utah played better after this point, but weren't able to come back. The game seemed more psychological tonight than yesterday, as we saw some genuine effort before the crash and burn. Tough luck, boys.

Even when the Grizzlies were getting chances, they weren't getting past Alaska's goalie Coleman. We really can't say much more about that - the guy is on his game.

Let's go for Sunday, boys.

Stars of the Game -

1. AK - W. Goldie
2. AK - A. Dzielski
3. UTA - R. Grantham

Links -
post game || Alaska Rallies By Utah
gamesheet || Utah at Alaska - 3/26/11
highlights || Game Highlights 3/26/11 vs Alaska
interview || 3/26/11 intermission

Saturday, March 26, 2011

Post Game: Aces 4, Grizzlies 0

Grizzlies get shut out.

A great game by the Aces. We were hoping Utah would try to make it tough for Alaska, but they didn't really bother to show up. The Grizzlies did go into this one shorthanded with McIlveen, May, and Kilburg out of the line up; however, they still had Ferguson, Carpentier, and Carroll (to name a few) who we expected to produce.

We tried to watch for the new defensemen, but they were mostly nondescript. We're wondering if they're still getting used to the Utah system.

Sorteberg seemed to stand out on defense; we were amazed he ended the game with a -2. Parnham was great on the back end as well, making some decent blocks, and Guthrie had several runs at the net which were noteworthy. Otherwise, the team looked lackadaisical.

For the most part, the Grizzlies stayed out of the box, but the few penalties they had hurt them. Two back to back penalties in the 1st allowed Alaska to grab the lead, and a double minor late in the 3rd put Utah shorthanded for the remainder of the game, guarenteeing the Aces the shutout. while we can't really bitch about the amount of shorthanded situations, the penalties the boys took were not necessary or smart. Disappointed.

We need to give some major love to Tyler Sims, who did a great job finishing up the game and allowed only one goal on the 15 shots he saw from Alaska. Some of those saves were spectacular, as the Grizzlies play in front of the net became increasingly sloppy in the final 20. Nicely done.

Do better tonight, Utah. We don't even care if you win - just play.

Links -

post game || Grizzlies Fall In Alaska
gamesheet || Utah at Alaska - 3/25/11

Thursday, March 24, 2011

Post Game: Wranglers 2, Grizzlies 1 (SO)

Grizzlies lose, but gain a point in a shootout.

Fortunately, there was a season high crowd at the Maverik Center for this one because the B2 kept cutting out on us at home. From what we saw of the game, the boys looked good. Denny mentioned in his postgame that had this been a post season match that Utah would have taken it. We have to agree. The boys' energy during OT was phenomenal.

Unfortunately, the Grizzlies couldn't make it past Ouzas in the shootout. Vegas's goalie was more than on top of it tonight, and we have to hand the majority of Utah's defeat to his game. Utah definitely got their chances, tallying 34 SOG on the Wranglers' netminder. Nice job by Carpentier on getting one past him to spoil a shutout.

Would have liked to see a few better moves in the shootout. Thumbs up for Mendleson mentioning that in the post game.

We were looking forward to seeing the new d-men on the ice, but we didn't get to see enough of them to offer an opinion. We blame the B2.

Better luck next time, Grizzlies. Well played.

Stars of the Game -

1. LV - M. Ouzas
2. UTA - H. Carpentier
3. UTA - P. McIlveen

Links -

post game || Season-High Crowd Watches Utah Rally: Fall In Shootout
gamesheet || Las Vegas at Utah - 3/23/11
highlights || Game Highlights 3/23/11 vs Las Vegas
interview || Leigh Mendleson 3/23/11 post game
interview || Matt Sorteberg 3/23/11 intermission

Monday, March 14, 2011

Post Game: Grizzlies 3, Thunder 2 (OT)

Thank you, Utah!

The boys really rev-ed things up during the 1st. Puck control was amazing and they pulled of 20 shots on goal to Stockton's 8. There wasn't a moment where Utah looked shaky during the initial 20, which isn't quite what we expected after Saturday's game where the boys looked dead on their feet. But the boys remained on the forecheck for the most part and when they needed it, Sims stepped up to make the saves.

Going into the 3rd, we really didn't think the guys were going to pull it off. They looked exhausted; Stockton was pushing every advantage and was able to tie things up quickly. We really have to give some props to the Maverik Center for having technical difficulties with their lights. The break seemed to give Utah the push they needed to take things past regulation and get the win in OT.

Two favorites of the OT period were Nyren with his game winning goal (of course) and Parnham picking up the passes. Welcome back, Visa! Both of those guys really assisted in manufacturing the win in that crucial time, so hats off to them.

Better luck on the man advantage, boys - Utah only converted on 1 of 9 power play situations. On the upside, they only went shorthanded 3 times - nicely done.

And in case you hadn't heard: with Sunday's overtime win, the Grizzlies are in the playoffs. Couldn't have been done during a better game or a better series.

Stars of the Game -

1. UTA - G. Nyren
2. UTA - B. Parnham
3. STK - F. Clair

Links -
post game || Grizzlies Beat Stockton 3-2 In OT; Clinch Playoff Berth
gamesheet || Stockton at Utah - 3/13/11
highlights || Game Highlights 3/13/11 vs Stockton
photos || 3/13/11 - Utah Grizzlies vs Stockton Thunder
interview || Kevin Colley 3/13/11 post game
interview || Chris Donovan 3/13/11 intermission

Sunday, March 13, 2011

Post Game: Thunder 6, Grizzlies 1

Grizzlies lose.

The boys definitely tried in this one, but they didn't have the extra oomph needed to pull it off. When Clarke was thrown out in the 2nd, we didn't expect the 4 remaining defensemen to be able to continue at the pace they would need in order to win. The effort was there, just not the stamina.

Connelly kept the boys in the game as long as he could. His performance was very reminiscent of Sims's during Wednesdays game. The last few minutes were pretty deadly to his overall statistics but for the first 54, he was pretty much on fire.

Nice to see Tanguay get a goal.

Overall, this just seemed to be a game of tough breaks, but what can you do? Nobody's going to give anyone else an inch going down the stretch to the playoffs, especially not Utah. We felt tired just watching it, so here's to the boys getting a decent night's rest and making a comeback tomorrow.

Best of luck for Sunday.

Stars of the Game -

1. STK - F. Clair
2. STK - J. Pitton
3. UTA - B. Kilburg

Links -
post game || Stockon Strikes Late On Shorthanded Grizzlies
gamesheet || Stockton at Utah - 3/12/11
highlights || Game Highlights 3/12/11 vs Stockton
photos || 3/12/11 - Utah Grizzlies vs Stockton Thunder
interview || Kevin Colley 3/12/11 post game
interview || Brett Parnham 3/12/11 intermission

Saturday, March 12, 2011

Post Game: Grizzlies 4, Thunder 2

Grizzlies win.

This was a completely different team we saw tonight as opposed to Wednesday. Passes were clicking, defense was solid, and offense was scoring.

Defense was shorthanded tonight, playing with only 5 blueliners and continually rotating pairs throughout the game. Play wise you couldn't even tell; it was an amazing effort on their part. Something else we truly appreciated from the d-men was not allowing Stockton to push their buttons. Only 5 of the 14 penalties assessed to Utah in the match were from the 5 defensemen. Thank you for that.

Grantham took over the penalty role, seemingly spending more time in the penalty box than out. But since he was able to draw the Stockton sideshow circus his way and let defense take care of business, we see it as taking one for the team. Thumbs up.

Parnham was back on the ice and looked great. We didn't think he'd be back for a while, so that was a welcome surprise. Between Parnham, Shea, and McIlveen - those boys got things rolling for Deeth and May to capture some great goals later in the game.

And a great job by Connelly. He definitely made some (34, to be exact) timely saves and as the game continued, looked more and more comfortable in the crease.

Let's go for the rest of the weekend, boys!

Stars of the Game -

1. UTA - T. May
2. UTA - K. Deeth
3. UTA - S. Connelly

Links -
post game || Grizzlies Beat Stockton 4-2
gamesheet || Stockton at Utah - 3/11/11
highlights || Game Highlights 3/11/11 vs Stockton
photos || 3/11/11 - Utah Grizzlies vs Stockton Thunder
interview || Kevin Colley 3/11/11 post game
interview || Paul McIlveen 3/11/11 intermission

Thursday, March 10, 2011

Post Game: Thunder 5, Grizzlies 1

Grizzlies lose.

We really need to hand it to Tyler Sims for his amazing job in net. Those last two goals were harsh ones to allow - both for the team and for his save percentage, which to that point was pretty stellar. But with the Grizzlies playing the way they were in front of him, it was only a matter of time until Stockton got the upper hand.

Anything we have to say about this game, Colley said in his post game - and really it's what we've been thinking (and saying) for the past few weeks anyway. So here's a little required listening for you:

Kevin Colley 3/9/11 post game


That's all. Get things done on the weekend, Grizz.

Sunday, March 6, 2011

Post Game: Grizzlies 5, Reign 1

Grizzlies win. At last.

After the 1st period brawl, the boys played down and played some good hockey. Carroll's goal seemed to spark the Grizzlies offensively, and even though Ontario picked up their only goal of the night 42 seconds after, Utah kept their heads in the game. Talk about a game to get you prepped for Stockton - we hope the boys can remember to play hockey.

We have to give some major props to Ontario's Zacharias in this game. The kid stopped 43 of 48 shots thrown his way. We also have to give some mad props to Utah for not letting up after they grabbed the lead. Utah pulled away in the 2nd with 28 SOG to Ontario's 5. They also defended that lead beautifully through the 3rd, keeping on the forecheck for the most part and tallying May's 3rd of the evening for his trick.

Keep the momentum into Stockton, boys.

Stars of the Game -

1. UTA - T. May
2. UTA - K. Deeth
3. UTA - M. Clarke

Links -
post game || Grizzlies Beat Ontario 5-1
gamesheet || Ontario at Utah - 3/5/11
highlights || Game Highlights 3/5/11 vs Ontario
photos || 3/5/11 - Utah Grizzlies vs Ontario Reign
interview || Kevin Colley 3/5/11 post game
interview || Hugo Carpentier 3/5/11 intermission

Saturday, March 5, 2011

Post Game: Reign 3, Grizzlies 2

Grizzlies lose their 7th.

We ended up stuck in the massive ticket lines, so we missed the first goals by Utah and Ontario - and that's not to mention the Emmerson fight. The last 16 minutes of the period weren't that impressive, with the Reign picking up speed and the Grizzlies struggling to keep up and ending the period in a deficit. But that definitely changed in the 2nd when the boys racked up 25 SOG, taking over on the forecheck. We saw some great play from Utah in the middle 20. Regrettably, they couldn't get anything past Beau Erickson until the 3rd.

We though the boys still kept their heads in the game, even while picking up some penalties. Even though the Reign pushed back after Beau's injury and Hugo's clipping penalty (Rule 44.1 Clipping - Clipping is the act of throwing the body, from any direction, across or below the knees of an opponent. A player may not deliver a check in a “clipping” manner, nor lower his own body position to deliver a check on or below an opponent’s knees. - and yes, we had to look it up.) But once Ontario scored their third goal of the night, Utah started playing like they only needed to defend their lead rather than push for a tying goal and pressing every advantage.

We're not going to name names here, but there were some pretty obvious missed passes in the last two minutes of the game by players who should have known to have their sticks on the ice . . . Do it better.

Get the win tomorrow, boys.

Stars of the Game -

1. ONT - J. Hill
2. UTA - K. Deeth
3. UTA - H. Carpentier

Links -
post game || Ontario Beats Utah 3-2: Rematch Saturday
gamesheet || Ontario at Utah - 3/4/11
highlights || Game Highlights 3/4/11 vs Ontario
photos || 3/4/11 - Utah Grizzlies vs Ontario Reign
interview || Kevin Colley 3/4/11 post game
interview || Kevin Deeth 3/4/11 intermission

Sunday, February 27, 2011

Post Game: Salmon Kings 6, Grizzlies 5 (SO)

Grizzlies lose, but not as bad.

So the effort Colley wanted to see in this game was definitely taking shape. There was more push from the boys to keep up with the game, and we saw more of the Crowder magic with Tim's goal to tie things 2-2 at the end of the 1st. Even better, it was amazing to see Utah battle back from a 2 goal 3rd period deficit to send things past regulation. It's hard to recall when we last saw this kind of play from the Grizzlies, and we plan on holding them to more of it.

Welcome once again to Meyers and Grantham who both picked up points in their second game in Utah colors.

And special teams - ah, how we've hated you over this last stretch. We're glad to see the Grizzlies getting both their power play and their penalty kill back on track. The boys slaughtered a 4 minute shorthanded situation during the last few minutes of regulation and the beginning of overtime. Just amazing. And on the power play, Utah capitalized 3 of their 5 opportunities on the man advantage. Such an improvement from what we've grown accustomed to cursing under our breath. Keep it up, boys.

Glad to see Deeth once again making the stars of the game list - we're sure he is too.

The boys are back next weekend.

Stars of the Game -

1. VIC - C. Painchaud
2. VIC - R. Dingle
3. UTA - K. Deeth

Links -
post game || Grizzlies Fight Back To End Streak: Collect Shootout Point In Victoria
gamesheet || Utah at Victoria - 2/26/11
highlights || Game Highlights 2/26/11 at Victoria
interview || Marcus Carroll 2/26/11 intermission