Napanee Raiders Vs. Picton Pirates - Photo by Emily Chatwood/myFM News
On Thursday night the Napanee Raiders returned to Picton for a second battle with the Pirates on their home turf. The last matchup of these two teams last Saturday saw the Raiders walk away 11-2 victors.
After a scoreless first period, Picton went up 1-0 in the second period. The Pirates then scored twice more in the third period for a 3-0 lead. With less than a minute to go, the Raiders avoided the shutout thanks to a goal by Brody Neilson. Pirates win 3-1.
Raiders goalie Denholm Blair made 19 saves on 22 shots on goal. The Raiders posted 45 shots on goal tonight.
Standings update: The Napanee Raiders are in fourth place in the East Tod Division standings with a 5-3-1 record and 11 points.
The Raiders return to action: On Friday, Oct. 16th when they’ll host the Port Hope Panthers. Puck drop at 7:30pm.
Elsewhere in the division this weekend: On Saturday Amherstview will play in Frankford, then they’ll host Trent Hills Sunday. Picton plays next on Saturday in Port Hope.
If you’re unable to attend any game this season, make sure you tune in to 88.7 myFM game time for live play-by-play action with Trevor Struthers, thanks to title sponsor Harvest Brinery.
Written by Emily Chatwood
