Ontario drew first blood with a short handed goal 1:44 into the 1st. Utah was able to hold the Reign's tally to a single goal through the rest of the period, then opened the 2nd with two goals of their own to take the lead. However, a minute later, the Reign tallied two goals to tie it, then regain the lead. Late in the 2nd, Ontario added an additional goal to end the period 4-2.Utah attempted to battle back but was not able to bridge the 2 goal gap, even with the help of a 5-on-3 power play. Both Ontario and Utah scored on power plays late in the 3rd to end the game in Ontario's favor, 5-3.
From the official post game:
The Grizzlies had 1:21 of five-on-three power-play time to start the third period, but were unable to score and the Grizzlies then preceded to commit three minors, one of which was taken advantage of by the Reign who buried a goal to extend their lead to 5-2 at 11:15 of the third period. [utahgrizzlies.com]
post game || Ontario defeats Grizzlies 5-3
gamesheet || Ontario at Utah 1/23/10
photos || 1/23/09 - Utah Grizzlies vs Ontario Reign
highlights || Game Highlights 1/23/10 vs Ontario
interview || Ryan Kinasewich 1/23/10 intermission
blog || Adrian Denny's game day blog
Photo of the Game:
Additional Game Photos/Video:
(not our best work, but whatevs.)
Scoring Summary:
ONT C. Curran (2), 1:44 1st period ; Reign 1, Grizzlies 0
UTA R. Kinasewich (27), 2:47 2nd period (Perry, Hunter); Reign 1, Grizzlies 1
UTA A. Perry (16), 5:36 2nd period (Kinasewich, Maxwell); Reign 1, Grizzlies 2
ONT M. Howe (3), 6:04 2nd period (Pelech, Martens); Reign 2, Grizzlies 2
ONT T. Voce (10), 6:40 2nd period (Francisco, O'Connor); Reign 3, Grizzlies 2
ONT T. Voce (11), 17:03 2nd period (Starling, Francisco); Reign 4, Grizzlies 2
ONT G. Hogeboom (20), 11:15 3rd period (Lenes, Walker); Reign 5, Grizzlies 2
UTA R. Kinasewich (28), 18:33 3rd period (Hunter); Reign 5, Grizzlies 3
What We Think Worked Well: Perry-Hunter-Kinasewich
This line was responsible for all goals scored during this game, 7 of the 8 points earned by the Grizzlies, and 11 out of 31 SOG. We can't deny (nor would we want to) that this line works incredibly well together.
What Could Have Worked Better: Power Play
The Grizzlies have a sizzling power play when they're on, but when it's off, it's completely past the mark. Both Ontario and Utah went 1/6 on the power play and neither were able to capitalize on 5-on-3 situations. However, the Grizzlies had a hard time controling the puck, keeping it in, and even allowed a shorty during their first power play of the night. Maybe we've been spoiled, but compared to the last few games, this definitely could have worked much better for the Grizzlies.
Who Made the Difference: Brock Wilson
Even though we really can't say enough about Captain Kinasewich's star-of-the-game performance in this game, we have to give props to Brock Wilson for his crazy, long-ass, helmet-less shift. He played a good game and took care of business. Check it out:
Definitely in the top 3 best game moments for us (other two: the first Kinasewich goal, Hughes sticking up for himself). Props to Brock.
Stars of the Game:
3. UTA - R. Kinasewich
Additional Notes:
> Ryan Kinasewich, Dylan Hunter, and AJ Perry all racked up multipoint nights.
> Overall, the Grizzlies tallied 31 SOG; Ryan Kinasewich led the team with 8 of the 31.
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