By Matt Stefano
Less than twenty four hours after dropping a 7-4 decision to Michigan in the second game of a weekend series, the Soo Thunderbirds Midgets were looking to grab a win to end round out the weekend vs Michigan. The Soo headed into this morning’s action 0-1-1 vs the Michigan Nationals.
The Soo dropped a 5-2 score to Michigan this morning with Brad Thrower and Brendan Gillis getting the goals. Joey Roberts was in goal for the loss and captain Jared Fanti had a pair of helpers.
The T-Bird midgets will travel to Sudbury on December 17th to take on the Nickel Capital Wolves. Puck drop is 7:30 from Gerry McCrory Arena.
Saturday Night Action
During last night’s contest at 7:30 the Soo Thunderbirds Midgets dropped a 7-4 decision in the second game against the Michigan Nationals at the Rhodes.
Matt MacKay led the way with a pair of goals for the Soo while Joey Roberts recorded the loss in goal. Artu Lamberg had two goals and an assist for the Nationals while Peter Stewart also had a three point night with a goal and two helpers. Nick Wilson added an empty netter along with adding an assist while Darin Fox recorded the win in net.
