Game Preview: Mayville/Portland (N.D.) vs. Bagley/Fosston
Thursday, January 9, 2025 – 6:00 PM
Bagley Youth Hockey Arena, Bagley, MN
The Ice Dawgs enter the game with a 4-2-1 record, with a balanced offensive attack led by standout forward Ozzy Hanson, who has tallied 7 goals and 11 points this season. Supporting Hanson are key contributors Aiden Jean and Collum McCormick, each with 5 goals, while Ashton Armstrong adds depth with his 10 points. Goalie Jarrett Aucoin has been solid between the pipes, posting a stellar 2.00 goals-against average and a .925 save percentage.
Mayville/Portland is coming off a tough 4-3 loss to Kittson County Central but will be eager to get a win tonight. With a power play clicking at 10% and a penalty kill operating at an impressive 88.2%, the Ice Dawgs will look to capitalize on power play opportunities against the Flyers.
The Flyers bring a 6-6-0 record into the matchup. They are coming off a dominant 3-0 shutout victory over Ely, with goalie Kyle Johnson stopping every shot he faced. Offensively, Logan Dillich and Wyatt Gerbracht lead the charge, each with 7 goals, while Dillich’s 15 points place him among the team’s top performers.
Bagley/Fosston holds a more efficient power play at 20.6% and a reliable penalty kill at 83.1%, making the power play a potential difference-maker in this game. Head Coach Jake Seuntjens, now in his second year, will aim to maintain the team’s winning streak with another strong performance on home ice.
The battle between Mayville/Portland’s Ozzy Hanson and Bagley/Fosston’s Logan Dillich will be a focal point in this game. Both players are dynamic scorers who can change the course of a game with a single play.
This game is likely to be a low-scoring affair dominated by goaltending. Both teams have the firepower to capitalize on key opportunities, but Mayville/Portland’s strong defensive structure and reliable goaltending could make the difference.
Final Score Prediction: Mayville/Portland 3, Bagley/Fosston 2 (OT)
Expect a hard-fought battle, with the Ice Dawgs edging out the Flyers in a tightly contested overtime.
