Minnesota River Bulldogs win at home against Waseca Bluejays

The Minnesota River Bulldogs won the home game against the Waseca Bluejays 8-4 on Thursday.

The Bluejays took the lead early in the first period, with a goal from Kyle Ahlschlager. Brayden Hesch-Priem and Griffen Krautkramer assisted.

The Bluejays increased the lead to 2-0 late into the first when Hunter Anderson scored.

The Bulldogs narrowed the gap to 2-1 with a goal from Josiah Juarez late into the first.

The Bulldogs scored four goals in second period an held the lead 5-3 going in to the second break.

Drew Simonette increased the lead to 6-3 early in the third period, assisted by Travis Kotek.

Hunter Anderson narrowed the gap to 6-4 three minutes later, assisted by Kyle Ahlschlager and Griffen Krautkramer.

Drew Simonette increased the lead to 7-4 three minutes later, assisted by Travis Kotek.

Kellen O'Keefe increased the lead to 8-4 one minute later, assisted by Alex Schaffer.

Next games:

On Saturday the Bulldogs will play on the road against the Eagles at 4 p.m. CST at New Ulm Civic Center, while the Bluejays will face the Trojans home at 3 p.m. CST at Waseca Community Arena.