The Kelowna Rockets finally put pucks in the net in their Western Conference semi-final against the Prince George Cougars - just not enough of them.
Prince George took a 3-0 series lead over the Rockets with a 4-3 overtime win Tuesday (April 16) night at Prospera Place.
Kelowna had been held scoreless in the first two games, losing 4-0 and 5-0, but scored three times against Cougars goaltender Joshua Ravensbergen, including a late third-period goal from Gabriel Szturc to force overtime.
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Kelowna failed to score on five power play opportunities but had 18 shots on net in the first period, and outshot the Cougars 35-33 overall.
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Kelowna goal scorers in the first period were Ethan Neutens (1), assisted by Caden Price and Kayden Sadhra-Kang, and Michael Cicek, with assists to Hiroki Gojsic and Ty Hurley.
Gabriel Szturc (5) scored in the third period to force overtime, and the Cougars乌鸦传媒� Matteo Danis (1) ended the game at 1:22 of the extra frame.
The Rockets must win tonight (April 17) or their season will be over.
Game time is 7:05 at Prospera Place. Tickets can be purchased online at , by calling 250-762-5050, or at the Prospera Place box office.
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