Rapid City, SD – The Rapid City Rush lose 3-2 during a chippy physical game against the Allen Americans. The three game series is now even at one win each.
The Rapid City Rush, proud ECHL affiliates of NHL’s Calgary Flames, were given an early advantage with a penalty on Allen’s Asuchak at only 13 seconds into the game. Rapid City’s inability to score on this power play foreshadowed the remainder of the game.
The Americans first goal, by Anthony Constantini, came directly from a penalty call on Arsenii Sergeev for interference at 4:17 of the first period.
Allen’s Caron scored at 18:23 of the second. Blake Bennet assisted by Wagner and Wilkie scored at 3:29 for Rapid City.
Ryan Chyzowski found the net for the Rush at just 51 seconds into the third period.
Hank Crone answered that call for Allen with the winning goal at 18:27 of the last period.
Arsenii Sergeev stopped 26 of 29 shots for the Rush, while Marco Constantini fielded 37 of 39 to aid Allen in the win.
A total of eleven minor penalties were called between the teams. Rapid City could not connect on six power play opportunities.
Rapid City and Allen meet Saturday November 1st for the last game of this three game away series for the Rush. Puck drops at 6:10 p.m.MDT.
The next home game for the Rush is Wednesday November 5th against the Tahoe Knight Monsters.
Saturday November 8th the Rush will play a promotional game for Veterans Appreciation Day. Puck will drop at 4:05 p.m MDT. Inquire the Rush for special military and veteran ticket pricing for this event. Corporate sponsorship opportunities are also available.
The Rapid City Rush can be contacted at 605-716-7825 or at www.rapidcityrush.com.