Jean-Sebastien Gratton recorded a shutout against the Smiths Falls Midget AAA Bears as the Gloucester Midget AAA Rangers picked up a 1-0 win.
Jacob Leguerrier‘s game-winning tally was the game’s only goal. It came at 14:46 in the third period. Neil Gummeson assisted on the tally.
Gloucester Midget AAA was paced by Leguerrier, who racked up one goal.
The Rangers’ penalty kill was spotless, allowing no goals on four Smiths Falls Midget AAA power plays. Smiths Falls Midget AAA was unable to stop Gloucester Midget AAA from sending pucks towards the net, and the Rangers eventually piled up 32 shots on goal.
In addition, Gloucester Midget AAA received assists from Sam Paquette, who had one.
The Bears put up an impenetrable defensive front on the penalty kill, and did not allow Gloucester Midget AAA to score on any of its four power plays. Smiths Falls Midget AAA was held below its usual level of production. The Bears average 2.8 goals per game. Smiths Falls Midget AAA kept the Rangers’ goalie busy throughout the game, and Gratton made 36 saves on 36 shots.
Gloucester Midget AAA incurred eight minutes in penalty time with four minors. Alex Zoutis rejected 31 shots on goal for the Bears. Smiths Falls Midget AAA incurred eight minutes in penalty time with four minors.
