US EditionWinterhawks comeback gets them first win
Portland overcame a 2-0 deficit and outshot disadvantage, with goalie Ondrej Stebetak stopping 50 shots to secure their first win of the Western Hockey League season.
- The Portland Winterhawks defeated the Everett Silvertips 3-2 on Sunday, securing their first win of the season in Western Hockey League action.
- The Winterhawks entered the game 0-2 and overcame being outshot 52-30 while relying heavily on goaltender Ondrej Stebatek, who made 50 saves.
- After a scoreless first period, the Silvertips led 2-1 into the third period with goals from Shea Busch and Clark Schaefer before Portland tied it on Alex Weiermair's goal.
- Nathan Brown netted his first WHL goal to narrow Everett's advantage, and shortly after overtime began, Nathan Free secured the game-winning goal for Portland.
- The comeback win gave Portland its first point and victory of the young season while demonstrating the impact of recent roster moves, including goalie Chase Cruz's arrival.
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Winterhawks comeback gets them first win
The Portland Winterhawks overcome a 52-30 shot disadvantage and a 2-0 deficit, scoring the final three goals with Nathan Free getting the overtime winner, as they beat the Everett Silvertips 3-2 for their first win of the season.
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