Tulsa Shuts out Rush

Published on April 2, 2026 under ECHL (ECHL)
Rapid City Rush News Release

Rapid City Rush forward Maurizio Colella (left) vs. the Tulsa Oilers
(Rapid City Rush)

Tulsa scored three times in the second period and twice more in the third. Dylan Fitze recorded a hat trick for the Oilers, his first multi-goal game since the 2023-24 season.

Facing a significantly better-rested team and without top-line forwards Ryan Chyzowski and Quinn Olson, the Rush looked a step behind throughout the night. Five members of the Rush played their first-ever game at The Monument Ice Arena.

The Oilers outshot Rapid City, 46-21, and improved to 4-0 against the Rush in the season series.

Vyacheslav Buteyets recorded his sixth career shutout and second against Rapid City with a 21-save performance. Rico DiMatteo stopped 41 out of 46 shots, snapping a personal three-game winning streak.

After a much-needed day off tomorrow, the two teams will continue their series on Friday night.

Next game: Friday, April 3 vs. Tulsa. 7:05 p.m. MDT puck drop from The Monument Ice Arena.

The Rapid City Rush return home to face the Tulsa Oilers on April 1st, 3rd, and 4th at The Monument Ice Arena! We're rolling out the C of Red on Saturday, April 4th for Affiliation Night, presented by KT Connections. Head to www.rapidcityrush.com or call 605-716-7825 to secure your seats today.

Rapid City Rush forward Maurizio Colella (left) vs. the Tulsa Oilers

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