ECHL Game Recap: Atlanta Gladiators vs Savannah Ghost Pirates | 02/16/2025

The Atlanta Gladiators faced off against the Savannah Ghost Pirates in an exhilarating match at Enmarket Arena on February 16, 2025. With a packed crowd of 7,485 fans, the atmosphere was electric as both teams battled it out on the ice.

First Period

The game started with Savannah taking an early lead. At 7:09, Andre Anania scored the first goal, assisted by Kai Schwindt and Patrick Guay. Savannah continued their momentum, and at 15:47, Liam Walsh scored another goal with assists from Zach Uens and Brandon Saigeon. The period ended with Savannah leading 2-0.

• Shots on Goal: Atlanta 16, Savannah 12
• Penalties:
  • ATL: Blake Murray – Cross-Checking (9:05)
  • SAV: Logan Drevitch – Slashing (9:05)

Second Period

Atlanta came back strong in the second period. At 5:39, Alexander Campbell scored Atlanta’s first goal, assisted by Cole Nychuk and Jeremy Hanzel.

Savannah responded at 13:40 with a goal from Devon Paliani, assisted by Connor Lovie and Patrick Guay. Just 18 seconds later, Atlanta’s Simon Boyko scored, assisted by Michael Marchesan and Jeremy Hanzel, making it 3-2 in favor of Savannah.

• Shots on Goal: Atlanta 17, Savannah 11
• Penalties:
  • ATL: Carson Denomie – Fighting (6:58)
  • SAV: Logan Drevitch – Fighting (6:58)
  • ATL: Jackson Pierson – Hooking (10:00)
  • SAV: Evan Nause – Hooking (14:33)
  • SAV: Keaton Pehrson – Tripping (19:54)

Third Period

The third period saw Atlanta tying the game. At 8:41, Simon Boyko scored his second goal of the game, assisted by Joey Cipollone and Alexander Campbell. Both teams had opportunities to take the lead, but the defenses held strong, and the period ended with a 3-3 tie, pushing the game into overtime.

• Shots on Goal: Atlanta 11, Savannah 11
• Penalties:
  • ATL: Michael Marchesan – Boarding (12:48)

Overtime

Overtime was intense, with both teams fighting hard for the win. At 6:15, Patrick Guay scored the game-winning goal for Savannah, assisted by Devon Paliani. Savannah clinched the victory with a final score of 4-3.

• Shots on Goal: Atlanta 8, Savannah 5
• Penalties:
  • SAV: Riley Hughes – High-sticking (2:53)

Game Summary

Final Score: Savannah 4, Atlanta 3

Total Shots on Goal: Atlanta 52, Savannah 39

Three Stars of the Game

1. Keith Kinkaid (SAV)
2. Devon Paliani (SAV)
3. Patrick Guay (SAV)

The Atlanta Gladiators put up a valiant effort but ultimately fell short in a thrilling overtime finish. Up next, the Gladiators will face the Orlando Solar Bears at the Kia Center in Orlando, Florida. Puck drops at 12:00 PM EST.