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Minnesota Hockey Roundup: Bruins Earn Overtime Win, Grizzlies Edge Wisconsin in Thriller Austin Bruins snap a five-game losing streak with an overtime win over Bismarck, while the Rochester Grizzlies secure a 3-2 victory over Wisconsin behind Konnor Goclan's two-goal performance.

by: Staff Report
Nov 1, 2026
Minnesota junior hockey delivered plenty of excitement, with the Austin Bruins snapping a five game losing streak in dramatic overtime fashion while the Rochester Grizzlies picked up a hard fought 3-2 victory over the Wisconsin Woodsmen.

Austin Bruins: Elbert's Overtime Heroics Lift Bruins Past Bismarck

The Austin Bruins found their way back into the win column Friday night, defeating the Bismarck Bobcats 3-2 in overtime at Riverside Arena. Captain Gus Elbert delivered the game winning goal on a penalty shot, snapping Austin's five game losing streak and securing the team's first victory since October 10.
Austin opened the scoring when Nolan Newton recorded his first career NAHL goal off a pass from Philip Larsson. After Bismarck tied the game early in the second period, Victor Nilsson Dalsjö restored the Bruins' lead with his first career goal.
The Bobcats battled back in the third period, with Mark Evans finding the net to even the score at 2-2 and force overtime.
With the game still tied late in the extra period, Elbert created the decisive opportunity after drawing a holding penalty and earning a penalty shot. The Bruins captain made no mistake, beating Bismarck goaltender Linus Vieillard to secure the 3-2 victory.
The Bruins' victory came after a difficult road stretch, giving the Black and Gold some much needed momentum heading into their next matchup against Bismarck.
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Austin also faced a tough overtime defeat Thursday night against the St. Cloud Norsemen, falling 3-2 on a power play goal from Brandon Rodenwald at 2:53 of overtime.
Kyle Sorensen opened the scoring for Austin in the first period, while Tevin Stukel added the Bruins' second goal in the second period after receiving a pass from Jaxon Duncan, who recorded his first career NAHL point.
Despite battling back to force overtime, Austin couldn't find the winning goal. The loss closed out the Bruins' longest road trip of the season with an 0-3-2-0 record and just two points.
The Bruins return home for a two game series against Bismarck at Riverside Arena, looking to build on Friday's overtime victory.

Rochester Grizzlies: Goclan Leads the Way in 3-2 Win Over Wisconsin

The Rochester Grizzlies also came away with a victory, edging the Wisconsin Woodsmen 3-2 in an exciting matchup at the Rochester Recreation Center.
Dominic Arndt opened the scoring at 3:48 of the first period, with assists from Konnor Goclan and Jesse Varner. Rochester extended its advantage in the second period when Goclan found the back of the net at 10:05, putting the Grizzlies ahead 2-0.
Wisconsin responded late in the second period as Andrei Khomenko cut the deficit to one. The Woodsmen carried that momentum into the third, with Parker Holloway scoring early in the period to tie the game at 2-2.
However, Goclan delivered the deciding goal on a shorthanded opportunity, scoring his second of the night to put Rochester back in front and secure the 3-2 victory.
Goclan finished with two goals and an assist, earning first star honors for his outstanding performance. Goaltender Christian Hill also played a key role, stopping 25 of 27 shots faced.
Wisconsin goaltender Nicklas Timm recorded 27 saves on 30 shots in the loss.
The Grizzlies' victory entertained the 799 fans in attendance and highlighted the team's ability to respond under pressure, holding on for the win after Wisconsin erased an early two goal deficit.
Both Minnesota teams delivered competitive performances, with the Bruins finding a much needed breakthrough in overtime and the Grizzlies earning a hard fought victory behind a standout performance from Goclan.