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Soo Greyhounds Stage Dramatic Comeback Against Kitchener Rangers
10/12/2025, 2:42:29 AM
Game Overview: A Thrilling Overtime Victory
On October 10, 2025, the Soo Greyhounds achieved a remarkable comeback victory against the Kitchener Rangers, winning 5-4 in overtime at the GFL Memorial Gardens. The Greyhounds faced a daunting three-goal deficit early in the game, trailing 3-0 after the first period and 4-1 in the second. However, they rallied to score four unanswered goals, with rookie Quinn McKenzie netting the overtime winner, marking his second goal of the night and third of the season.
Key Moments and Scoring Summary
The Rangers dominated the first period, outshooting the Greyhounds 13-6 and scoring three goals. Cameron Arquette opened the scoring just 80 seconds into the game, followed by goals from Jack LaBrash and Arquette again, who completed his brace before the end of the period. The Greyhounds finally got on the board in the second period when McKenzie scored at 6:25.
Kitchener extended their lead to 4-1 with a shorthanded goal from Andrew MacNiel at 18:22. The Greyhounds responded quickly, with Marco Mignosa scoring a power-play goal shortly after. The momentum shifted as the Greyhounds continued to press, with Travis Hayes and Chase Reid scoring to tie the game at 4-4, forcing overtime.
In the extra frame, McKenzie capitalized on a rebound to secure the victory, showcasing his poise and skill under pressure.
Official Statements & Responses
Greyhounds coach John Dean praised McKenzie’s performance, describing the winning goal as “dynamic” and highlighting the rookie's ability to maintain composure in a critical moment. Dean also noted the team's resilience, stating, “We’ve offered ourselves some proof that we can get through adversity in a pretty good way.” Conversely, Rangers coach Jussi Ahokas expressed disappointment in his team's inability to maintain their early dominance, attributing the loss to penalties and mental mistakes.
Criticism & Opposition
Despite the thrilling victory for the Greyhounds, concerns were raised regarding their sluggish start. Dean admitted to being “miffed” by the first period performance and emphasized the need for improvement, especially with a challenging matchup against the Windsor Spitfires looming. Ahokas echoed similar sentiments, lamenting his team's inability to play a full 60 minutes and the consequences of undisciplined play.
Player Highlights
Quinn McKenzie was the standout player of the night, finishing with two goals and an assist. Chase Reid also had a notable performance, contributing a goal and two assists. For the Rangers, Cameron Arquette scored twice, while Andrew MacNiel celebrated his first OHL goal.
What's Next
The Greyhounds improved their record to 6-3-0-0 with this victory, while the Rangers fell to 4-2-1-0. Both teams will look to address their shortcomings in their upcoming games, with the Greyhounds facing the Windsor Spitfires next, and the Rangers heading to Saginaw for their next matchup.
