Boston University Terriers Defeat Maine Black Bears in Overtime Thriller
– The Boston University Terriers secured a hard-fought 3-2 overtime victory against the No. 18 Maine Black Bears Friday night at Walter Brown Arena.
The game-winning goal came off the stick of freshman forward Ryder Ritchie, continuing his impressive debut season for the Terriers. The goal ended the contest and secured a crucial win for Boston University.
The Black Bears struck first in the second period, with Frank Djurasevic scoring at of the period, assisted by Max Scott and Lukas Peterson. Boston University quickly responded, tying the game at 1-1 with a goal from Jack Murtagh at . Cole Hutson and Gavin McCarthy earned assists on the play.
Maine regained the lead later in the second period when Max Scott found the back of the net at , with Jaden Lipinski providing the assist. The Terriers entered the third period trailing 2-1.
Boston University battled back in the third, leveling the score at 2-2 with a power-play goal from Cole Eiserman at . Jack Harvey and Ben Merrill were credited with assists.
The game remained tied through the end of regulation, setting the stage for a dramatic overtime period. Ritchie’s goal ultimately sealed the victory for the Terriers.
The win comes after Boston University’s recent victory in the Beanpot title game, where they defeated Northeastern in a shootout on . The Terriers will next face Boston College.
Boston University’s victory over Maine was highlighted by a strong performance in shot attempts, with the Terriers recording 56 to Maine’s 70. The game also featured several penalties, though details were not immediately available.
The Terriers are preparing for their next contest, with a game against Boston College scheduled. The team recently unveiled a commemorative logo for the 300th Battle of Comm Ave.
