Game Preview: St. Louis Park Orioles vs. Cambridge-Isanti Bluejackets

Introduction
The St. Louis Park Orioles (6-4-0) prepare to face the Cambridge-Isanti Bluejackets (3-5-1) in what could be a pivotal game for both teams. With strong offensive contributors on each side, this matchup provides an opportunity for either team to solidify their standing while addressing critical areas of improvement.

Team Overview

St. Louis Park Orioles

Record: 6-4-0
Goals Per Game (GPG): 4.70
Goals Allowed Per Game (GAPG): 3.60
Power Play Percentage (PP%): 26.9%
Penalty Kill Percentage (PK%): 80.8%

St. Louis Park has demonstrated offensive depth, led by standout forward Trey Janssen (#11), who has amassed 20 points (10 goals, 10 assists) in just 10 games. Complementing him are Marty Hirte (#21) with 17 points and Brennan Hogan (#27) with 16 points. Their balanced scoring has driven much of the team’s success this season. The Orioles will need to tighten their defensive play to limit Cambridge-Isanti’s counterattack opportunities.

Cambridge-Isanti Bluejackets

Record: 3-5-1
Goals Per Game (GPG): 3.67
Goals Allowed Per Game (GAPG): 3.22
Power Play Percentage (PP%): 28.6%
Penalty Kill Percentage (PK%): 80.6%

The Bluejackets lean heavily on their top scorers, with Bennett Bergloff (#11) leading the team in goals (7) and points (14). Josh Sauro (#21) has contributed 13 points, highlighting his playmaking ability. Goaltender Jaxon Sibell (#35) has been a strong performer, with a 2.93 GAA and .911 save percentage. Despite these strengths, the team has struggled with defensive consistency.

Key Players

St. Louis Park

Trey Janssen (#11): A dominant offensive presence, averaging 2.00 points per game.
Marty Hirte (#21): A well-rounded forward who has 7 goals and 10 assists this season.
Ryan Moran (#22): A power-play specialist with 2 goals on the man advantage.

Cambridge-Isanti

Bennett Bergloff (#11): The team’s leading scorer with 14 points and 3 power-play goals.
Josh Sauro (#21): A versatile player who can create scoring opportunities.
Jaxon Sibell (#35): A dependable goaltender who has kept the Bluejackets competitive in tight games.

Team Comparison

Offense: St. Louis Park’s higher scoring rate gives them a clear advantage.
Defense: Cambridge-Isanti has allowed fewer goals on average, but consistency remains an issue.
Special Teams: Both teams boast effective power-play units, making discipline a crucial factor.

Standings Impact

St. Louis Park looks to maintain its position atop the Metro West Conference.
Cambridge-Isanti seeks to climb the Mississippi 8 standings and gain momentum.

Prediction

St. Louis Park’s deeper offensive lineup and higher goal-scoring efficiency are likely to give them the edge. Cambridge-Isanti’s ability to stay competitive will hinge on strong performances from their top players and goaltender.

Predicted Outcome: St. Louis Park 5, Cambridge-Isanti 3

This matchup will test both teams’ ability to adapt and execute under pressure as they strive for midseason success.