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GAME RECAP: Third-Period Comeback Leads to Overtime Win for Rush

Wednesday, February 5th
GAME RECAP: Third-Period Comeback Leads to Overtime Win for Rush

(BOISE, Idaho)—The Rapid City Rush rallied from two goals down in the third period and scored in overtime to shock the Idaho Steelheads, 5-4, at Idaho Central Arena on Wednesday.

Just one game after the Rush lost a two-goal lead in Allen, Rapid City returned the favor against the rival Steelheads.

Idaho led 2-0 after the first period. Jack Jeffers and Charles Martin both scored in the second. The Rush trailed by two goals three separate times in the game, yet were never out.

Maurizio Colella and Chaz Smedsrud scored in the third period to erase a 4-2 deficit.

Early in overtime, Blake Bennett took a cross-ice pass from Deni Goure, darted through the slot, made a one-on-one move to create space, and snapped a wrist shot by the left arm of Bryan Thomson for his first game-winning goal of the year.

It is the Rush’s third overtime win of the season. Rapid City and Idaho have now played four overtime sessions and seven one-goal games.

Christian Propp made 29 saves on 33 shots in the win, his fifth of the season which leads all Rush goaltenders. The 25-year-old from Milton, Ont. has started five of Rapid City’s last six games.

Next game: Friday, February 7 at Idaho. 7:10 p.m. MST puck drop from Idaho Central Arena.

The Rapid City Rush returns home to face the Maine Mariners on February 13, 14, and 15 at The Monument Ice Arena. Saturday, February 15th is Midnight Madness presented by Garage Beer, featuring an 11:59 p.m. puck drop. Secure your seats today and be a part of the action. Check out the 2024-25 promotional schedule for a list of all themed nights. Call the Rush front office at 605-716-7825 or visit www.rapidcityrush.com for more information.

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