Stars Shut out in Tri-City
January 22, 2021 - United States Hockey League (USHL)
Lincoln Stars News Release
LINCOLN, Neb. - The Lincoln Stars (6-10-1) failed to generate much offense, dropping the game 5-0 against the Tri-City Storm (11-7-1) Friday night at Viaero Center.
Hunter Strand struck on the power play 7:39 into the first period, giving the home team some early momentum. Gavin Brindley added another goal at 9:18, but Lincoln was unable to match Tri-City's start in the first 20 minutes. The Stars trailed 2-0 and were outshot 16-4.
Strand would pick up another goal at 11:50 of the middle frame, this time shorthanded, increasing the Storm's lead to 3-0. After 40 minutes, Tri-City controlled the game, including a 27-7 lead in shots on goal. Lincoln was awarded four power plays in the period, but was unable to take advantage.
Cole McWard continued the momentum for Tri-City by scoring 1:08 into the third period. Hunter Strand picked up the hat trick at 9:39.
Lincoln was 0-for-7 on the power play and 5-for-6 on the penalty kill. Todd Scott turned aside 16 shots for his first shutout of the season. Ryan Ouellette made 31 saves in the loss.
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The Stars will look to bounce back in a rematch with the Storm tomorrow night at the Ice Box at 7:05 p.m.!
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