Early goals not enough for Erie Otters in home-opening loss to Kitchener
A three-goal lead wasn't enough for the Erie Otters, who lost to the Kitchener Rangers in overtime of Saturday's home opener for their new OHL season.
During their September home opener, the Erie Otters faced a challenging 4-3 loss to the Kitchener Rangers at Erie Insurance Arena. The Otters led 3-0 midway through the game, thanks to early goals showcasing the potential of their new season. David Egorov, acquired in an offseason trade, made crucial stops early on and denied the Rangers' first 19 shots.
However, Egorov's performance was ultimately insufficient to stop Kitchener from staging a comeback. Tanner Lam, on a rebound chance, scored the decisive goal past Egorov in overtime, marking his second goal of the season. Coach Kris Mallette expressed the team's frustration, noting that the loss occurred in the Otters' third game of their new season.
Despite the setback, Mallette emphasized the determination of his players and Egorov's strong performance, describing him as a calming presence for the defense. Erie had hoped to start the season with a 3-0 record, but will seek redemption with a four-game road trip beginning on October 1st.
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