For not going to a shootout until midway through the season, the Grizzlies sure are making up for it now. This game marks the fifth straight shootout between Utah and the Victoria Salmon Kings.The Grizzlies opened things up at 1:09 with a sweet goal from Vlady, but Victoria was quick to respond, tallying one of their own 30 seconds later to end the 1st frame tied, 1-1. But midway through the 2nd, Vlady struck again with a power play goal to regain the lead for Utah. The Grizzlies held the lead through the end of the period, but the Salmon Kings pulled out a power play goal as well at the beginning of the 3rd, which ultimately pushed the match past regulation.
After a scoreless overtime, Utah was headed for yet another shootout with Victoria. (But we're not complaining!) James Sixsmith and AJ Perry tallied for Utah in the shootout, while Beau Erickson stopped 4 of the 5 Victoria shots for the win.
From the official post game:
The game was the fifth-straight shootout played by Utah and Victoria this season and marked the 11th time in 12 games dating back to October 29, 2008, that the two teams have played a one-goal game. [utahgrizzlies.com]
post game || Grizzlies Open Home Stand with 3-2 Shootout Win
highlights || Game Highlights 2/17/10 vs Victoria
gamesheet || Victoria at Utah 2/17/10
photos || 2/17/10 - Utah Grizzlies vs Victoria Salmon Kings
interview || Kevin Colley 2/17/10 post game
interview || Brock Wilson 2/17/10 intermission
blog || Adrian Denny's game day blog
Photo of the Game:
Additional Photos: [Flickr]
Scoring Summary:
UTA V. Nikiforov (11), 1:59 1st period (Sixsmith, Perry); Grizzlies 1, Salmon Kings 0
VIC A. Taylor (9), 2:31 1st period (Gladue, Morrison); Grizzlies 1, Salmon Kings 1
UTA V. Nikiforov (12), 11:15 2nd period (Romano, Perry); Grizzlies 2, Salmon Kings 1
VIC J. Sharrow (11), 2:30 3rd period (Hamilton); Grizzlies 2, Salmon Kings 2
SO - UTA A. Perry
What Worked Well: Staying out of the box.
Just two penalties for the Grizzlies tonight - nice. Not only did this keep them from being continually on the defensive and allowing Victoria those shorthanded chances, but it allowed them more time to play their own game, which we like to see. So, yay!
What Could Have Been Better: Erm . . .
Honestly, we were too busy enjoying the fact that hockey was back at the E-Center to nitpick - er, analyze in too much depth. If you were paying better attention than us and have something, feel free to share it with us in the comments section.
Who Made the Difference: Vlady Nikiforov
Another tough one to pick, but scoring both regulation goals, getting first star of the game, and leading the team with 6 SOG makes it easier to select Vlady for who we thought made the difference. And that nifty statistic about the Grizzlies being 10-0 when Vlady scores a goal, makes it easier, too.
Stars of the Game:
1. UTA - V. Nikiforov
2. UTA - A. Perry
3. UTA - B. Wilson
Additional Notes:
> Beau Erickson stopped 34 of 36 in regulation/overtime and 4 of 5 in the shootout.
> AJ Perry tallied 2 assists for his 18th multiple point game of the year.
> Vlady Nikiforov was one goal shy of a hat trick, tallying two goals for a multipoint game as well.
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