Emilio Pettersen’s two-goal performance was not enough to get the Stars over their opponent in a tough road matchup.
In a game of close calls and intense competition, Texas and Rockford were going back and forth throughout the game.
Though the final score indicated an out-of-reach contest, the Stars outshot their opponents throughout all three periods and ended with a shot output of 38-23. The physicality of the game could not go unrecognized either as 11 total penalties were called between the two squads.
The Icehogs started with a bang as they were able to gain an early lead within the first minute of the game with a goal from center Cole Guttman for the 1-0 lead.