JAMESTOWN, N.D. – Coming off a tough loss against one in-state rival, it was a much-needed result for Minot State men's hockey against another in-state rival. The team was in Jamestown to kickstart a home-and-home set this weekend, and they came up big in key moments.

The No. 1 Beavers (23-5-0) added yet another shutout, and it came at a good time against a good Jamestown Jimmies (19-8-0) squad that is ranked fourth in the nation. There was no scoring action in the first period. Although, a late penalty would set up the Beavers to score the first goal on a power play with a fresh sheet of ice to begin the second. Minot would double the lead within the final five minutes of the second to go up by two heading into the final period of regulation. The Beavers would tally a back breaker on Jamestown just before the halfway mark of the third to cap the off the scoring.

Logan Rands was the recipient of the power play marker that came 21 seconds into the second period. That goal was set up by Jay Buchholz, who happened to score his 10^th of the season nearly 16 minutes later as he registered a multi-point effort. Stick taps are also in order for Ryan Monias as he scored his first collegiate goal at 9:53 of the third.

Jake Anthony was chosen as the starter, and he held strong all throughout the game. 29 saves were enough to pick up his second shutout of the season.

Minot State not only bounces back from a loss to Mary, but they avenge their 4-1 loss to Jamestown that took place two months ago on November 27. Both teams will meet again tomorrow in Minot. Take note of the early puck drop, which happens at 3:45 p.m. (CT).