Anchorage Wolverines rally with 5 unanswered goals in third period

Comeback win over Chippewa Steel keeps Wolverines in playoff hunt

Mar. 3, 2026 at 4:39am

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The Anchorage Wolverines trailed the Chippewa Steel 4-1 after two periods, but mounted a furious comeback in the third period, scoring 5 unanswered goals to win 6-4. The win keeps the Wolverines in the playoff hunt in a tight race.

Why it matters

The Wolverines were struggling early but showed resilience to come back and get a crucial win. This keeps them in contention for a playoff spot in a tight race, demonstrating the team's character and ability to overcome adversity.

The details

After falling behind 4-1 through two periods, the Wolverines scored 5 unanswered goals in the third period to rally past the Chippewa Steel. Forward Sam Evert scored two goals less than 4 minutes apart to tie the game and give the Wolverines the lead. Rylan Bydal also had a goal and two assists in the comeback. Goalie Kai Weigel made 10 of his 28 saves in the third period to shut down the Steel.

  • The Wolverines trailed 4-1 at the end of the second period.
  • The Wolverines scored 5 unanswered goals in the third period to win 6-4.

The players

Mike Aikens

Head coach of the Anchorage Wolverines.

Sam Evert

Forward for the Anchorage Wolverines who scored two goals in the third period comeback.

Rylan Bydal

First-year forward for the Anchorage Wolverines who scored a goal and had two assists in the third period.

Kai Weigel

Goalie for the Anchorage Wolverines who made 10 of his 28 saves in the third period to preserve the comeback win.

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What they’re saying

“It took us two periods to get going, and I give our team all the credit in the world. There was no magic speech after the second (period). It came from our leadership in the locker room. The guys hung together, found a way to get it done, and we put together an unbelievable third period.”

— Mike Aikens, Head coach

“It was really important, we're pushing for a playoff spot right now so this game mattered a lot more than it might have seemed. To be able to come back in the third there and get a win was awesome for the team.”

— Sam Evert, Forward

“Sam Evert is our best two-way player every single night. His line had given up two goals and did not play the last seven minutes of the second period. We made a couple of line adjustments in the third period and I was happy to see those guys come out and play hard.”

— Mike Aikens, Head coach

What’s next

The two teams face off again at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at Sullivan Arena.

The takeaway

The Wolverines' comeback win demonstrates the team's resilience and character, keeping them in the playoff hunt despite an early deficit. Their ability to rally together and execute in the third period shows the leadership and determination of this squad.