Game Summary - January 24, 2025 - Northwest Express 6 vs. Hudson Havoc 1

Game Recap: Northwest Express 6, Hudson Havoc 1
Friday, January 24, 2025 - Hudson Sports and Civic Center - Gornick Arena
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The Northwest Express continued their dominant season with a decisive 6-1 victory over the Hudson Havoc at Gornick Arena. The game showcased the Express's offensive firepower and defensive discipline, overwhelming Hudson from start to finish.

First Period:
The Northwest Express started with a bang, scoring three goals in the opening frame. Just 10 seconds into the game, Lundbohm notched his 26th goal of the season, setting the tone early. Shortly after, the Express capitalized on a power play when Wolf scored his 25th goal at 1:06, assisted by Lundbohm and Browning. The Express capped off the period with a goal from Skiadas at the 18:00 mark, with assists from Alexander and Burch. Hudson Havoc's discipline faltered early with a tripping penalty by Sorenson, allowing the Express to seize momentum.

Score after 1st Period: Northwest Express 3, Hudson Havoc 0

Second Period:
The middle frame was much quieter, with no scoring from either team. Both defenses tightened, but penalties disrupted play. Hudson’s Lenning was called for tripping at 17:43, and the Express were penalized for too many players on the ice at 19:00. Despite the opportunities, neither team found the back of the net.

Score after 2nd Period: Northwest Express 3, Hudson Havoc 0

Third Period:
The Express came out strong in the final period, quickly adding to their lead. Corcoran scored a shorthanded goal just 33 seconds in, with assists from Liebold and Browning. Less than a minute later, Wolf netted his second of the night, assisted by Browning and Lundbohm, making it 5-0.
Hudson Havoc finally broke through at 9:21 when Lonley scored his fourth goal of the season, assisted by Lang and Wilcox. However, the Express responded with one final goal at 19:23 when Schiffer scored his second of the season, assisted by Strachota and Epperson.
Hudson struggled with penalties throughout the period, including tripping and roughing calls, which hindered their ability to mount a comeback.
Final Score: Northwest Express 6, Hudson Havoc 1

Key Stats:

• Shots on Goal: Northwest Express dominated, outshooting Hudson 72-33.
• Power Play Efficiency: Northwest Express converted 1 of 3 opportunities, while Hudson went 0 for 1.
• Goaltending:
  • Northwest Express: Freshwater had an outstanding performance, stopping 32 of 33 shots.
  • Hudson Havoc: Hite faced a barrage of shots, making 66 saves on 72 attempts.

Notable Players:

• Wolf (Northwest Express): 2 goals, 1 assist.
• Lundbohm (Northwest Express): 1 goal, 2 assists.
• Browning (Northwest Express): 3 assists.

Summary: The Northwest Express delivered a commanding performance, showcasing their offensive depth and relentless energy. Hudson Havoc’s lone goal provided a brief highlight but was not enough to counter the Express's superior play. This win solidifies the Northwest Express's standing as one of the top teams in the league.

Next Game:  The Northwest Express will take on the Steele County Blades at home Saturday, January 25th at 7:05 PM in the Spooner Civic Center.