Belleville Senators Fall 3-0 to Utica Comets
The Belleville Senators were unable to score in their first game against the Utica Comets this weekend, losing 3-0 in Utica. Both teams had multiple chances in the opening period, but Utica drew first blood.
First Period Highlights
The Comets’ power play was effective early on. A quick passing sequence between Seamus Casey and Xavier Parent set up Matyas Melovsky, who scored to put Utica ahead 1-0. Despite being outshot 15-5, Belleville successfully killed off three penalties.
Second Period Developments
Utica kept the momentum and scored again. Calen Addison netted his first goal of the season, extending the lead to 2-0, assisted by Jonathan Gruden and Mikael Diotte's precise puck movement.
Later in the period, former Senator Angus Crookshank added a third goal, his fourth of the season, with assists from Ethan Edwards and Ryan Schmelzer.
Third Period and Series Outlook
Belleville created a few scoring chances in the final period but could not convert. The game ended with a 3-0 win for Utica.
The teams will meet again soon as part of their 10-game series. The Senators return to Adirondack Bank Center next Friday to continue a three-game New York State road trip.
“The Comets’ power play capitalized on a quick passing sequence from Seamus Casey and Xavier Parent, who found Matyas Melovsky to put Utica up 1-0.”
“Calen Addison doubled the lead to 2-0 with his first goal of the season, set up by some sharp puck movement from Jonathan Gruden and Mikael Diotte.”
“Angus Crookshank jammed the puck in at the side of the net for his fourth goal of the season, assisted by Ethan Edwards and Ryan Schmelzer.”
Summary: The Belleville Senators struggled offensively and fell 3-0 to the Utica Comets, who capitalized on strong power play execution and sharp passing to secure the win.