Rochester was abuzz for the Americans home opener on Friday night. The best way to explain how the game went is as simple as – welp. Friday night’s game is not how many envisioned the Rochester Americans would return to the Blue Cross Arena ice, following a playoff appearance last season.
Charlotte jumped on the ice and scored early and often. At some points, it felt like the Checkers could score at will.
The Checkers jumped out to a 2-0 lead a little over halfway through the first period. It would take Rochester more than just a few minutes to respond.