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Thunder win wold one over Lions, 7-5
Adirondack Thunder hold off late comeback by Trois-Rivieres Lions in high-scoring affair
Apr. 18, 2026 at 3:10am
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The Thunder and Lions engaged in a thrilling back-and-forth battle, with Adirondack ultimately prevailing in a high-scoring affair.Glens Falls TodayThe Adirondack Thunder defeated the visiting Trois-Rivieres Lions 7-5 in a high-scoring affair on Friday night at Harding Mazzotti Arena. The Thunder built a 4-0 lead by the second period, but the Lions stormed back with four unanswered goals in the third period to make it a one-goal game before the Thunder sealed the victory with a late power-play goal.
Why it matters
This was an important early-season matchup between two top teams in the ECHL's North Division. The Thunder's ability to hold off the Lions' late comeback attempt demonstrates their resilience and ability to win close games, which could pay dividends later in the season as they jockey for playoff positioning.
The details
The Thunder jumped out to a 3-0 lead in the first period with goals from Matt Salhany, Tag Bertuzzi, and Chase McLane. They extended the lead to 4-0 in the second period before the Lions got on the board. However, the Lions scored four unanswered goals in the third period to make it a 6-4 game before the Thunder's Dylan Wendt scored on the power play to seal the 7-5 victory.
- The game was played on Friday, April 18, 2026.
- The Thunder built a 3-0 lead by the end of the first period.
- The Thunder extended their lead to 4-0 in the second period.
- The Lions scored four unanswered goals in the third period to make it a 6-4 game.
- Dylan Wendt scored a power-play goal late in the third period to give the Thunder a 7-5 victory.
The players
Matt Salhany
Forward for the Adirondack Thunder who scored the opening goal of the game.
Tag Bertuzzi
Forward for the Adirondack Thunder who scored two goals in the game.
Chase McLane
Forward for the Adirondack Thunder who scored a goal in the first period.
Tanner Edwards
Forward for the Adirondack Thunder who scored a goal in the second period.
Dylan Wendt
Forward for the Adirondack Thunder who scored the game-winning power-play goal in the third period.
What they’re saying
“We knew the Lions would make a push in the third period, but our guys showed a lot of character to hold them off and get the win.”
— Adirondack Thunder Head Coach
What’s next
The two teams will meet again on Saturday night for the second game of their weekend series.
The takeaway
This was an exciting back-and-forth game that showcased the offensive firepower of both teams. The Thunder's ability to withstand the Lions' third-period surge and secure the victory demonstrates their resilience and poise under pressure, which will serve them well as they continue their push for the playoffs.
