UMass secures 4-1 victory over Northeastern in Hockey East opener

UMass men’s hockey team defeated Northeastern 4-1 in their Hockey East opener at the Mullins Center on October 16. The game kicked off with Northeastern scoring in the first minute, but UMass equalized moments later. Lukáš Klečka scored in the second period to put UMass ahead, followed by two more goals in the third from Gavin Cornforth and Václav Nestrašil. Despite the win, UMass was outshot 28-26. Ethan Eskit made 27 saves for UMass, while Northeastern’s goalies combined for 22 saves. The teams will meet again at the Mullins Center on October 17.

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