ODENTON, MD – The Philadelphia Rebels (10-15-0-1, 21 pts) wrap up a weekend-series against the Maryland Black Bears (20-7-2-0, 42 pts) on Saturday night in Maryland.
The Rebels scored first and never surrendered the lead in Friday night’s game. It was the 10th time the Rebels have scored the first goal in a game this season and the sixth time that has led to a victory.
Carter Casper added to the Rebels lead in the second period with his second goal in three games this season and Philadelphia took a 2-0 lead into the third.
Jakub Krbecek locked down the game with 19 third-period saves and helped the Rebels improve to 8-1-0-0 when leading after two periods this season.
Friday night’s win was the Rebels’ first on the road against Maryland this season.
The teams will finish the series on Saturday night at 7:30 p.m. and it can be seen on HockeyTV.
