PHOTOS: Adirondack Thunder vs. Worcester Railers – 12/09/2023

Rich LeBlanc for Inside The Rink

WORCESTER, Mass.- The Worcester Railers hosted the Adirondack Thunder on Saturday evening for their annual Teddy Bear toss game, benefiting the Friendly House, and Shine organization in Worcester Mass. The Railers wore “Ugly Sweater” jerseys during the game, which were auctioned off to benefit the charities involved.
The Adirondack Thunder would score the first goal in the game coming at 10:21 of the first period. Worcester forward Keegan Howdershell would score the Railers’ first goal with 53 seconds to play in the first period, unleashing the hurling of teddy bears onto the ice from the crowd of over 5000 fans in attendance. The two teams would trade goals in the second period, with Mike Gillespie scoring at 5:44, and Anthony Repaci tying the game at 2-2 at the end of two periods. There was no scoring in the third period or overtime, and the game would go to a shootout. Adirondack’s Patrick Grasso would score the only shootout goal, and Thunder goalie Vinnie Purpura stopping Worcester’s three shots, secured the 3-2 victory for Adirondack.

The three stars for the game: 1st star- Vinnie Purpura-ADK, 2nd star- Keeghan Howdeshell-WOR, 3rd star- Anthony Repaci- WOR.

Check out this photo gallery from Inside The Rink’s Rich LeBlanc, for highlights from the game.


Discover more from Inside The Rink

Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.

Leave a Reply

Thomas Milic during a game vs Worcester Railers

ECHL: Thomas Milic Name Goaltender of The Month | March 2025

The ECHL has named Norfolk Admirals goaltender Thomas Milic the ECHL Goaltender of the Month for March 2025. In 11 games during March, Mlic posted a 7-2-2 record with a 1.70 GAA, .937 SV%, and one shutout. His play would also be capped off with a call-up to the Manitoba Moose earlier today. Milic, 21, […]

Read More
Adirondack Thunder Transactions Graphic

ECHL: Adirondack Thunder Add A Pair Of Defensmen

The Adirondack Thunder announced the signing of two more defenseman on Monday, adding Pierson Brandon and Ian Pierce. They both signed standard ECHL contracts and were born in New York City. I expect both players to make their pro debuts this weekend vs the Maine Mariners. Adirondack also released Elliott McDermott from ATO on Sunday. […]

Read More
Jackson Edward skating for the Providence Bruins

Boston Bruins Prospect Re-Assigned to Maine Mariners

The Boston Bruins American Hockey League affiliate re-assigned defenseman Jackson Edward to the Maine Mariners of the ECHL on Monday. The Providence Bruins sent Edward to Maine a day after clinching a playoff berth. Edward was drafted with the 200th pick overall in the 2022 NHL Draft by the Boston Bruins. Related Post: Prospect Profile: […]

Read More