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