Wolves Earn Point with 3-2 OT Loss to Griffins

Chicago's Fensore and Nystrom score in regulation, but Grand Rapids rallies for overtime win

Mar. 29, 2026 at 2:05am

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The Chicago Wolves took a 2-0 lead in the first period against the Grand Rapids Griffins, but the Griffins came back to tie the game in the third period and then win it in overtime, 3-2. Domenick Fensore and Joel Nystrom scored for the Wolves, while Sheldon Dries netted the game-winner for Grand Rapids.

Why it matters

This was an important Central Division matchup, as the Wolves and Griffins are two of the top teams in the division. The Wolves were able to earn a point in the standings, but the loss was a tough one as they were unable to hold onto their early lead.

The details

The Wolves jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the first period on goals by Fensore and Nystrom, but the Griffins battled back in the third period with goals from Eduards Tralmak and Axel Sandin-Pellikka to tie the game. Sheldon Dries then scored the overtime winner for Grand Rapids.

  • The Wolves and Griffins faced off on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
  • Fensore and Nystrom scored their goals in the first period, 48 seconds apart.
  • Tralmak and Sandin-Pellikka scored in the third period to tie the game.
  • Dries scored the overtime winner with 1:52 remaining in the extra session.

The players

Domenick Fensore

A Wolves forward who scored the team's first goal of the game.

Joel Nystrom

A Wolves defenseman who scored the team's second goal of the game.

Sheldon Dries

A Griffins forward who scored the overtime game-winning goal.

Sebastian Cossa

The Griffins goaltender who made 22 saves to earn the win.

Amir Miftakhov

The Wolves goaltender who made 27 saves in the loss.

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What they’re saying

“We played a great first period and got the lead, but just couldn't hold on in the end. It's a tough loss, but we'll regroup and get ready for the next one.”

— Domenick Fensore, Wolves Forward

“Our guys showed a lot of heart to battle back and get the win in overtime. It was a big two points for us in the division race.”

— Sheldon Dries, Griffins Forward

What’s next

The Wolves will host the Milwaukee Admirals on Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 3 p.m. at Allstate Arena.

The takeaway

This was a tough loss for the Wolves, who let a two-goal lead slip away in the third period. However, they were able to earn a point in the standings, which could be important down the stretch as they battle for playoff positioning in the Central Division.