06-03-2025
Phantoms jump into 2nd place with win over Capitols
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – The Youngstown Phantoms beat the Madison Capitols 5-2 to take over 2nd place in the Eastern Conference standings on Wednesday night.
The Phantoms pull one point ahead of the Capitols prior to the final two games of the series at the Covelli Centre.
Michael Mesic (15 goals this season) netted two goals on the night while Luke Osburn (6), Adam Benak (15) and Brecken Smith (6) also scored for the Phantoms attack.
Youngstown goaltender Melvin Strahl saved 11 of 13 shots as he notches his USHL-leading 26th win in net.
Youngstown has won 11 of the last 13 games to move to 31-16-0-1 overall with 65 points on the season. They will again host Madison on Thursday, Mar. 6.
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