Belleville Senators Fall 3-0 to Utica Comets
The Belleville Senators struggled to score in Utica, losing 3-0 in the opening game of their weekend series against the Comets.
First Period: Utica Takes Early Lead
Both teams created several scoring opportunities in the first period, but Utica struck first. The Comets' power play executed a quick passing sequence between Seamus Casey and Xavier Parent, who set up Matyas Melovsky for the opening goal. Belleville was outshot 15-5 and faced three penalty kills during this period.
Second Period: Utica Extends the Lead
The second frame started similarly, with Utica scoring again. Calen Addison netted his first goal of the season after slick puck movement by Jonathan Gruden and Mikael Diotte, putting Utica up 2-0. Later, former Senator Angus Crookshank scored his fourth goal of the season, assisted by Ethan Edwards and Ryan Schmelzer, increasing the lead to 3-0.
Final Period and Series Outlook
Despite a few chances in the third period, Belleville couldn’t find a way onto the scoresheet. The game ended 3-0 in favor of Utica. The Senators will face the Comets again next Friday at the Adirondack Bank Center, marking the second game of their 10-game New York State road trip series.
"The Comets’ power play capitalized on a quick passing sequence from Seamus Casey and Xavier Parent, who found Matyas Melovsky to put Utica up 1-0."
"Calen Addison doubled the lead to 2-0 with his first goal of the season, set up by some sharp puck movement from Jonathan Gruden and Mikael Diotte."
"Former Senator Angus Crookshank jammed the puck in at the side of the net for his fourth goal of the season, assisted by Ethan Edwards and Ryan Schmelzer, making it 3-0."
Summary: The Belleville Senators were unable to score against the Utica Comets, falling 3-0 as Utica’s power play and key players secured an early series advantage.
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