Wegwerth and Scheid Star in Grizzlies Home Opening Win
December 31, 2020 - ECHL (ECHL)
Utah Grizzlies News Release
Utah Grizzlies exchange congratulations after a win
(Utah Grizzlies)
West Valley City, Utah - Joe Wegwerth and Ian Scheid each scored 2 goals and Jack Jenkins had 1 goal and 2 assists in the Utah Grizzlies 6-3 win over the Rapid City Rush on New Year's Eve at Maverik Center.
The Grizzlies outshot the Rush 22 to 7 in the first period and got goals from Wegwerth, Jenkins and Scheid to lead 3-1 after 20 minutes of play. Ian Scheid's first professional goal was scored with 1 second left on a Grizzlies power play with 2:14 left in the period.
Rapid City's Jack Suter scored 3:08 into the second period to cut into the Utah lead. 37 seconds later Joe Wegwerth scored his 2nd of the night on a deflection from a Matt Abt shot to give Utah a 4-2 lead. Later in the period Scheid scored his 2nd of the game. After the Scheid goal Rush goaltender Adam Carlson was pulled in favor of David Tendeck. Carlson stopped 23 of 28, while Tendeck stopped all 11 shots he saw in relief. Utah led 5-2 after 40 minutes.
Rush forward Peter Quenneville scored 5:25 into the third. It stayed a 5-3 game until Utah defenseman Matt Abt scored an empty net short-handed goal with 49 seconds left to complete the scoring. Utah outshot Rapid City 40 to 31. The Grizzlies were 1 for 3 on the power play while Rapid City was 0 for 3.
The middle game of the 3 game series is Friday night at Maverik Center. Face-off is at 7:10 pm. Capacity is limited to 1800 with social distancing and masks required. Tickets are available at utahgrizzlies.com.
3 stars
Joe Wegwerth (Utah) - 2 goals, +3, 5 shots on goal.
Ian Scheid (Utah) - 2 goals, +1, 5 shots on goal.
Jack Jenkins (Utah) - 1 goal, 2 assists, +4.
Images from this story
 Utah Grizzlies exchange congratulations after a win |
ECHL Stories from December 31, 2020
- Mavs End 2020 with Thrilling Win against Tulsa - Kansas City Mavericks
- Wegwerth and Scheid Star in Grizzlies Home Opening Win - Utah Grizzlies
- Oilers Drop Contest against Mavericks on New Year's Eve - Tulsa Oilers
- Rush End 2020 with New Year's Eve Loss to Utah - Rapid City Rush
- Thunder Rings in NYE with Win in Allen - Wichita Thunder
- Lots of Celebrating for Nailers on New Year's Eve - Wheeling Nailers
- Wheeling Hands Indy First Loss of the Season - Indy Fuel
- ECHL Transactions - December 31 - ECHL
- Forward Alex Kromm Rejoins Oilers - Tulsa Oilers
- Americans Host Wichita on the Last Day of 2020 - Allen Americans
- Mavs Game Preview December 31 - Kansas City Mavericks
- Grizzlies Preview: December 31, 2020 Rapid City at Utah - Utah Grizzlies
- Solar Bears win 7-4 in high-scoring battle with Everblades - Orlando Solar Bears
The opinions expressed in this release are those of the organization issuing it, and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts or opinions of OurSports Central or its staff.
Other Recent Utah Grizzlies Stories
- Utah Grizzlies Announce 2025-2026 Schedule
- Grizzlies Statement Regarding Beloved CEO Kevin Bruder (1968-2025)
- Utah Grizzlies 2024-25 Season in Review
- Grizzlies Finish 2024-25 Season with a 6-3 Road Victory
- Connors Scores Twice, Friesen Gets First Pro Goal in 5-2 Utah Win
