ODENTON, Md. — Jeremy Lowe turned aside all 45 shots he faced to earn his first career North American Hockey League shutout as the Philadelphia Rebels defeated the Maryland Black Bears, 2-0, on Tuesday morning at Piney Orchard Ice Arena.
Emmet McClaine and Cam Wilson scored for Philadelphia (12-8-1-0), which earned a crucial road victory over the East Division-leading Black Bears (13-6-1-0).
Despite being outshot 45-17, the Rebels capitalized on their opportunities and relied on a stellar performance from Lowe to secure the victory.
Philadelphia opened the scoring when McClaine cashed in on a rebound in front of the net on the power play to give the Rebels a 1-0 advantage late in the opening frame. Oscar Djurberg recorded an assist on the goal.
Maryland controlled much of the offensive pressure throughout the second period, outshooting Philadelphia 19-7. However, Lowe stood tall between the pipes, turning aside every opportunity to preserve the one-goal lead heading into the final 20 minutes.
The Black Bears continued to apply pressure in the third period, firing another 15 shots on goal. Lowe remained perfect, denying Maryland’s attempts to find the equalizer.
Wilson added an empty-net goal in the third period to extend Philadelphia’s lead to 2-0.
Maryland finished with a 45-17 advantage in shots on goal, including a 34-11 edge over the final two periods. Philadelphia finished 1-for-3 on the power play while holding Maryland scoreless on four opportunities with the man advantage.
Lowe stopped all 45 shots he faced, while Maryland goaltender Cole Werthman made 16 saves on 17 shots.
The victory improved Philadelphia’s record to 12-8-1-0 and marked its first win against Maryland this season after dropping both meetings on opening weekend.