A struggling Rocket side that is absolutely decimated by injuries was limping into their final four games of the season looking for whatever positives they could find. They were up 2-0 on the Cleveland Monsters on Friday night before falling 3-2 thanks to a late goal in the third period from the opponent. Now in their last home game of the season, they welcomed the Hershey Bears to Place Bell to hopefully give the crowd a proper finale with a strong effort.
Washington Capitals star goaltending prospect Ilya Samsonov started for the Bears, while Connor LaCouvee got the nod for the Rocket on Saturday afternoon.