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Description: In an early-season statement, Northfield skated past Minneapolis 5-2 on Tuesday night, proving they could dominate the ice in both ends. Led by a standout

Friday Night Hockey Recap: Hat Tricks, Nail-Biters, and Dominant Victories from Around the State.

In an early-season statement, Northfield skated past Minneapolis 5-2 on Tuesday night, proving they could dominate the ice in both ends. Led by a standout performance from forward Will Cashin, who recorded a hat trick, Northfield showcased why they could be a force in this year’s high school hockey circuit.

Cashin Dominates in All Situations

It took just under two minutes into the first period for Cashin to make his mark. Northfield found themselves on the penalty kill early, but Cashin capitalized with a shorthanded goal, perfectly reading a loose puck and beating Minneapolis goalie Adam Lybeck with a precise shot to the top corner. That goal set the tone for Northfield’s aggressive play, even when down a man.

Later in the first period, Northfield continued to press offensively. Wade Gilbertson added another goal, thanks to a clever setup by Ashton Pumper, giving Northfield a 2-0 lead as they entered the second.

Minneapolis’s Brief Comeback

The second period started off well for Northfield as Cashin struck again at 2:16, extending the lead to 3-0. Minneapolis, however, managed to claw their way back into the game. At 8:40, Nik Nordeen found the net, converting on a feed from Rory Kronick to cut the deficit. It gave Minneapolis a much-needed boost, and they followed up with another goal late in the period from Hudson Kruse, who tapped in a rebound off assists from Matthew Walsh and Maverick Knote.

Northfield Pulls Away

Despite Minneapolis’s momentum, Northfield regained control in the third. Ben Geiger added an insurance marker at 8:59, assisted by defenseman Bridger Riley and Brody Jenson. Geiger’s goal was a textbook example of Northfield’s disciplined offensive forecheck, forcing a turnover and converting it into a quick strike. Cashin rounded out his hat trick at 14:43, putting the game out of reach after a great setup from Geiger and Michael Steward.

Goaltending Analysis

Max Frank was sharp between the pipes for Northfield, stopping 18 of the 20 shots he faced, finishing with a .900 save percentage. Frank’s ability to stay calm during Minneapolis’s brief pushback in the second period kept Northfield on track.

On the other end, Adam Lybeck faced an onslaught of 32 shots and managed 27 saves, with a save percentage of .844. Despite the loss, Lybeck’s resilience prevented Northfield from running up the score even further, particularly in the early phases of the game where Northfield was relentless.

What’s Next

For Northfield, the victory further solidifies their strong start to the season. Cashin’s performance is a reminder of his capability to take over a game, especially with his shorthanded abilities that can change the tide in any matchup. Minneapolis will need to regroup and tighten up defensively if they want to avoid digging themselves into early deficits moving forward in a tough section 2A schedule this season.

Minnetonka edged out Andover in a close contest, finishing with a 3-2 victory. The game saw Minnetonka taking the lead early in the first period with a goal from Devin Berg, following an equalizer by Andover’s Brody Peterson on the power play.

The second period saw Minnetonka add another goal when Ethan Sturgis found the net, assisted by Jordan Johnson. Despite Andover managing to tie things up in the third period thanks to a goal from Luke Babineau, Minnetonka reclaimed the lead with a final goal by Tyson Mahady, securing their win.

Minnetonka Goal Scorers:

1st Period: Devin Berg, assisted by Liam Schultz and Cameron Merrick.
2nd Period: Ethan Sturgis, assisted by Jordan Johnson.
3rd Period: Tyson Mahady, assisted by Jordan Johnson and Gavin Karl.

Andover Goal Scorers:

1st Period: Brody Peterson (Power Play), assisted by Camden Langfeld and Chase Nadeau.
3rd Period: Luke Babineau, assisted by Camden Langfeld.

Power Play Efficiency:

Minnetonka: 0 for 1
Andover: 1 for 3

Goalie Stats:

Minnetonka Goalie: Chase Jerdee saved 12 of 14 shots for a .857 save percentage.
Andover Goalie: Cash Cruitt stopped 25 of 28 shots, finishing with a .893 save percentage.

East Grand Forks 7, Grand Forks Red River 2

East Grand Forks secured a commanding 7-2 victory over Grand Forks Red River, breaking the game open in the second period with four unanswered goals. Tucker Lovejoy led the way with a hat trick and an assist, while Nick Corbett, Nolan Meulebroeck, Max Bies, and Jake Chupka also found the back of the net. Despite an early lead for Grand Forks Red River, East Grand Forks’ offense proved too powerful, and their goaltender, Ryan Rockstad, held steady with 19 saves.

Goal Scorers:

East Grand Forks:
- 1st Period: Tucker Lovejoy (even strength) – Assisted by Jace Panzer
- 2nd Period: Tucker Lovejoy (even strength) – Assisted by Nick Corbett, Jace Panzer
- 2nd Period: Nick Corbett (even strength) – Assisted by Cooper Hills, Hunter Varnson
- 2nd Period: Nolan Meulebroeck (even strength) – Assisted by Jace Panzer, Tucker Lovejoy
- 2nd Period: Tucker Lovejoy (power play) – Assisted by Jace Panzer, Max Bies
- 3rd Period: Max Bies (even strength) – Assisted by Jace Van Eps, Cooper Hills
- 3rd Period: Jake Chupka (power play) – Assisted by Jordan Nowacki, Max Bies
Grand Forks Red River:
- 1st Period: Brekkin Hultberg (even strength) – Assisted by Kale Gruenberg
- 3rd Period: Ray Dusek (power play) – Assisted by Brekkin Hultberg, Dallas Jackson

Goalie Stats:

East Grand Forks: Ryan Rockstad – 51:00 minutes, 21 shots against, 19 saves, 2 goals against, .905 save percentage
Grand Forks Red River: Rilan Korynta – 51:00 minutes, 29 shots against, 22 saves, 7 goals against, .759 save percentage

We don’t have any stats on this game yet, but Proctor moves to 3-0 and Mankato starts the season 0-2 and has a tough game tomorrow vs Northfield.

Rosemount Takes Down Chanhassen with a Strong Offensive Performance

Rosemount secured a decisive 6-3 win over Chanhassen, using a balanced attack that saw six different players record points. The game opened with a goal from Chanhassen’s Logan Smith, but Rosemount quickly responded with two goals in the first period and continued to press throughout the game. Christian Garrity led Rosemount with a hat-trick, helping keep Chanhassen at bay despite a late third-period push.

Scorers:

Chanhassen Goals:
- 1st Period: Logan Smith (#2) assisted by Ryan McPartland (#19) and Baron Bogucki (#5)
- 3rd Period: Nolan Warner (#14) unassisted
- 3rd Period: Logan Smith (#2) assisted by Peter Vidmar Jr (#6) and Ryan McPartland (#19)
Rosemount Goals:
- 1st Period: Christian Garrity (#16) assisted by Cade Sherman (#7) and Graham Clafton (#2)
- 1st Period: Christian Garrity (#16) assisted by Gavin McNeil (#9) and Cade Sherman (#7)
- 2nd Period: Graham Clafton (#2) assisted by Jack Lenmark (#28)
- 2nd Period: Gavin McNeil (#9) assisted by Cade Sherman (#7) and Christian Garrity (#16)
- 3rd Period: Christian Garrity (#16) assisted by Josh Toll (#10) and Cristian Nichols (#5)
- 3rd Period: Sam Schmucker (#18) assisted by Jack Lenmark (#28)

Goalie Stats:

Chanhassen Goalies:
- Stefano Carranza: 51:00 min, 35 shots, 29 saves, 6 goals allowed, .829 SV%
Rosemount Goalies:
- Sam Clements: 51:00 min, 11 shots, 8 saves, 3 goals allowed, .727 SV%

Hibbing/Chisholm Tops St. Cloud Cathedral with Strong Second and Third Periods

Hibbing/Chisholm pulled away from St. Cloud Cathedral in a 6-3 victory, fueled by a consistent offensive effort across all three periods. Hunter Gustavsson was a standout performer, scoring twice, while Cole Swanson contributed three assists. Despite a late push by St. Cloud Cathedral, Hibbing/Chisholm maintained their lead with a solid third period, including a power play goal and an empty netter to seal the game.

Scorers:

St. Cloud Cathedral Goals:
- 2nd Period: Noelan Beste (#25) unassisted
- 2nd Period: Caden Johnson (#7) assisted by Noelan Beste (#25) and Carter Bakeberg (#18)
- 3rd Period: Joey Gillespie (#24) assisted by John Hirschfeld (#6) and Jaeger Wood (#13)
Hibbing/Chisholm Goals:
- 1st Period: Hunter Gustavsson (#18) assisted by Joey Gabardi (#4) and Tyler Raatsi (#17)
- 2nd Period: Tate Swanson (#8) assisted by Ethan Sundvall (#6) and Cole Swanson (#2)
- 2nd Period: Hunter Gustavsson (#18) assisted by Tate Swanson (#8) and Blake Riccio (#13)
- 3rd Period: Kelin Elsner (#19) assisted by Isaiah Hildenbrand (#5) and Cole Swanson (#2)
- 3rd Period: Whitaker Rewertz (#40) assisted by Cole Swanson (#2) and Tate Swanson (#8)
- 3rd Period: Ethan Sundvall (#6) assisted by Ben Galli (#12) (empty net)

Goalie Stats:

St. Cloud Cathedral Goalies:
- Keaton LeGrande: 51:00 min, 25 shots, 19 saves, 6 goals allowed, .792 SV%
Hibbing/Chisholm Goalies:
- Tim Urdahl: 51:00 min, 27 shots, 24 saves, 3 goals allowed, .889 SV%

Two Rivers Edges Out Apple Valley/Burnsville in Tight Contest

Two Rivers secured a narrow 2-1 victory over Apple Valley/Burnsville, thanks to a power-play goal in the first period and a crucial even-strength goal in the third. Apple Valley/Burnsville made a late push, scoring early in the third period, but Two Rivers held on with a strong defensive effort and solid goaltending from Caden Conoryea, who stopped 24 of 25 shots.

Scorers:

Apple Valley/Burnsville Goals:
- 3rd Period: Andrew Benolkin (#12) assisted by Ryder Mills (#27) and Dylan Otten (#11)
Two Rivers Goals:
- 1st Period: Luke Christopherson (#20) (power play) assisted by Eddie Auran (#2) and Preston Gamer (#6)
- 3rd Period: Will Muilenberg (#11) assisted by Ryan Rohrer (#8) and Preston Gamer (#6)

Goalie Stats:

Apple Valley/Burnsville Goalies:
- Max Wiggins: 51:00 min, 22 shots, 20 saves, 2 goals allowed, .909 SV%
Two Rivers Goalies:
- Caden Conoryea: 51:00 min, 25 shots, 24 saves, 1 goal allowed, .960 SV%

Thief River Falls Secures a Narrow Win Over Princeton

Thief River Falls overcame Princeton in a competitive matchup, edging out a 4-3 win. After both teams exchanged three goals each in a frantic second period, Thief River Falls scored the game-winner in the third period, securing the victory. Paul Anderson was a standout player for Thief River Falls, scoring a hat trick, including a power-play goal.

Scorers:

Thief River Falls Goals:
- 2nd Period: Paul Anderson (even strength) assisted by Jameson Hurst
- 2nd Period: Paul Anderson (power play) assisted by Rylan Leake
- 2nd Period: Paul Anderson (even strength) assisted by Owen Bushy
- 3rd Period: Gannon Gonsorowski (even strength)
Princeton Goals:
- 2nd Period: Lane Olson (power play) assisted by Connor Stokke
- 2nd Period: Isaac Nelson (even strength)
- 2nd Period: Levi Senne (even strength) assisted by Lane Olson

Goalie Stats:

Thief River Falls Goalie:
- Cooper Roff: 51:00 min, 28 shots, 25 saves, 3 goals allowed, .893 SV%
Princeton Goalie:
- Kole Roth: 51:00 min, 43 shots, 39 saves, 4 goals allowed, .907 SV%

St. Louis Park Secures Win Over Eagan with Strong Team Performance

St. Louis Park emerged victorious over Eagan with a 5-2 win in a matchup where they capitalized on their offensive opportunities. Marty Hirte led the way for St. Louis Park, netting a hat trick and showing impressive scoring consistency throughout the game. Eagan pushed hard, particularly in the third period, but fell short against solid goaltending from Maksym Cherevatenko, who turned away 36 of 38 shots.

Goal Scorers:

St. Louis Park:
- 1st Period: Marty Hirte (even strength, assisted by Brennan Hogan, Leo Schmoll)
- 2nd Period: Trey Janssen (even strength, assisted by Jack Betzer), Marty Hirte (even strength, assisted by Brennan Hogan)
- 3rd Period: Brennan Hogan (even strength), Marty Hirte (even strength, assisted by Tyler Hess)
Eagan:
- 2nd Period: Blake Prouty (power play, assisted by Jake Woog, Conor Keogh)
- 3rd Period: Jake Woog (even strength, assisted by Garrett Larson)

Goalie Stats:

Eagan: Marcus Bonifas – 34 shots faced, 29 saves, 5 goals allowed (.853 SV%)
St. Louis Park: Maksym Cherevatenko – 38 shots faced, 36 saves, 2 goals allowed (.947 SV%)

Wayzata Edges Out Rock Ridge in Close 4-3 Victory

Wayzata rallied after trailing early to claim a 4-3 win over Rock Ridge. Despite Rock Ridge scoring twice in the first period, Wayzata responded with consistent offense, including two goals in the third to secure the victory. Rock Ridge put up a fight but couldn’t overcome Wayzata’s relentless attack, particularly in the second half of the game.

Goal Scorers:

Wayzata:
- 1st Period: George Ericson (even strength, assisted by Eli Molde)
- 2nd Period: Eli Molde (even strength, assisted by Christopher Pyle, Finn De St. Hubert)
- 3rd Period: Max Luedtke (even strength, assisted by Christopher Pyle, Eli Molde), Kruz Sauer (even strength, assisted by Jackson Hendricks, Jake Nawrocki)
Rock Ridge:
- 1st Period: Colton Bialke (even strength, assisted by Ethan Jacobson), Cal Scott (even strength, assisted by Colton Bialke)
- 3rd Period: Caz Carlson (even strength, assisted by Grady Dimberio)

Goalie Stats:

Wayzata: Ryan Pellinger – 20 shots faced, 17 saves, 3 goals allowed (.850 SV%)
Rock Ridge: Steven Ranisate – 37 shots faced, 33 saves, 4 goals allowed (.892 SV%)

Centennial Dominates Mahtomedi with Strong First and Third Periods

Centennial cruised to a 6-2 victory over Mahtomedi, propelled by a dominant first period and closing the game with three more goals in the third. Despite Mahtomedi’s efforts to rally in the final period, Centennial’s relentless offense and defensive stability, anchored by goalie Easton Cody, secured the win.

Goal Scorers:

Mahtomedi:
- 1st Period: Laken Decker (even strength, assisted by Ryan Lipovetz)
- 3rd Period: Devin O’Donnell (even strength)
Centennial:
- 1st Period:
  - Tanner Dittrich (even strength, assisted by Keegan Julik, Joey Perzichilli)
  - Kaden Johnson (power play, assisted by Cooper Hehir, Joey Hemr)
  - Keegan Julik (even strength, assisted by Finn Undersander)
- 3rd Period:
  - Gavin Cunningham (even strength, assisted by Joey Perzichilli, Joey Hemr)
  - Cooper Daikawa (even strength, assisted by Joey Hemr)
  - Joey Hemr (even strength, assisted by Gavin Cunningham, Finn Undersander)

Goalie Stats:

Mahtomedi:
- Jackson Chesak – 5:48, 4 shots faced, 4 saves, 0 goals allowed (1.000 SV%)
- Wes Strub – 45:12, 30 shots faced, 24 saves, 6 goals allowed (.800 SV%)
Centennial:
- Easton Cody – 51:00, 26 shots faced, 24 saves, 2 goals allowed (.923 SV%)

The game between Cretin-Derham Hall and Hermantown ended in a 4-4. The game featured a total of 61 shots and both teams accumulated significant penalty minutes, with a combined total of 61 minutes.

Goal Scorers & Assists:

Cretin-Derham Hall:
1. Max Anderson (2:52, PP) – Assisted by Nate Chorlton and Max Thompson
2. Max Bennett (6:00, EV) – Assisted by Maverick Timmons
3. Alex Bloedow (6:11, EV) – Assisted by Max Bennett and Nate Chorlton
4. Max Thompson (7:21, EV) – Assisted by Nate Chorlton
Hermantown:
1. Ford Skytta (3:25, EV)
2. Gabe Swenson (11:38, EV) – Assisted by Bode Madill and Beau Christy
3. Jack Slattengen (14:08, EV)
4. River Freeman (16:26, PP) – Assisted by Henry Peterson and Gabe Swenson

Goalie Stats:

Cretin-Derham Hall:
- Owen Nelson: 59 minutes, 27 shots, 23 saves, 4 goals against, SV% .852
Hermantown:
- Bryce Francisco: 59 minutes, 34 shots, 30 saves, 4 goals against, SV% .882