Walleye Sneak Past Cyclones, 2-1

After a scoreless tie in the opening period, Toledo pulled ahead 1-0 at 8:39 of the middle frame as Todd Griffith caught a pass coming out of the penalty box and sent a wrist shot past Cyclones goalie Brad Fogal (L, 20 saves, 4-3-0-2). And despite sending 17 shots on net in the second period, Cincinnati trailed by a 1-0 count after 40 minutes.

Dan Eves extended his goal-scoring streak to four games as he potted the equalizer just 2:08 into the third period. However, Toledo's Harrison Reed answered with a go-ahead goal at 8:47 to give the Walleye a 2-1 edge. Thanks to a 40 save night from Toledo net minder Alec Richards (W, 40 saves, 1-0-0-0), the Walleye were able to snuff out Cincinnati's comeback hopes and sealed a one-goal victory.

The Cyclones Radio Network Three Stars of the Game are as follows:

First Star: Alec Richards (40 saves, Winning Goaltender)

Second Star: Harrison Reed (1 goal for Toledo)

Third Star: Dan Eves (1 goal for Cincinnati)

The Cyclones will wrap up their home stand at U.S. Bank Arena on Friday night with Pink in the Rink Night against the Trenton Titans at 7:30pm. The first 2,000 fans through the gates will receive a Cyclones Ribbon Magnet! Plus, the first 1,000 female fans will receive a pink carnation courtesy of Hiatt's Florist. Secure your seats now by calling 513.421.PUCK or log on to CyclonesHockey.com. Fans can also get the latest team updates throughout the season on Facebook and Twitter (@CincyCyclones).

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