Cyclones Take 2-1 Series Lead in Sudden Death
April 5, 2003 - ECHL (ECHL)
Cincinnati Cyclones News Release
Cincinnati, OH -- The Cincinnati Cyclones took a two-games-to-one lead in their best-of-five series with a 1-0 sudden death overtime win over the Peoria Rivermen on Saturday at U.S. Bank Arena.
Following a scoreless regulation, the Cyclones Aaron Brand would net the game-winner on the rebound of a Jason Norrie shot following a turnover by Peoria netminder Duane Derksen.
Cyclones goaltender continued to shine in the post-season. Hewitt finished the night with 36 saves to post his first career post-season shutout.
Cincinnati tries to end the series tomorrow in Game Four at 7:05 PM. If necessary, Game Five will be played Tuesday in Peoria at 8:05 PM.
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