Prior Lake Defeats Chanhassen in Overtime Thriller, 4-3
In an exciting matchup at the Dakotah! Ice Center on Thursday night, Prior Lake secured a 4-3 victory over Chanhassen in overtime. The game featured strong special teams play and thrilling momentum swings, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.
Game Highlights:
Overtime Decider: Parker Wenkus scored the game-winner just 18 seconds into overtime, completing a two-goal performance and lifting Prior Lake to victory.
Special Teams Impact: Chanhassen excelled on the power play, converting 3 of 4 opportunities. Prior Lake countered with a power-play goal of their own, finishing 1-for-3.
Second-Period Surge: After falling behind 2-0 in the first period, Prior Lake scored three unanswered goals in the second period to take the lead. Chanhassen responded with a late second-period goal to force a scoreless third period and set up the dramatic overtime.
Scoring Summary:
First Period: Chanhassen struck early with power-play goals from Gavin Anderson and Brady Robbins, taking a 2-0 lead into the first intermission.
Second Period: Prior Lake responded with three goals, starting with a power-play tally by Mario Bernard and followed by even-strength goals from Mason Stephens and Parker Wenkus. Chanhassen’s Ryan Colleran tied the game with a power-play goal late in the period.
Overtime: In the opening seconds of the extra frame, Parker Wenkus sealed the win for Prior Lake with his second goal of the night, assisted by Aiden Lavigne and Levi Eiter.
Goaltender Performances:
Prior Lake’s Preston Kulics: Stopped 21 of 24 shots, holding strong in the final minutes and overtime.
Chanhassen’s Stefano Carranza: Made 25 saves on 29 shots in a solid effort despite the loss.
