Shane Zierden’s short-handed goal in the first period was setup by Brayden Nelson and Kellen Stenstrom. Stenstrom added an even strength goal with an assist from Zierden, enabling the Otters to take a 2-0 lead after one period of play.
Nelson notched a second period goal from Michael Schmidt and the Otters led 3-0. Leighton Buckmeier scored from Colin Becker and Stenstrom to round out the scoring.
Fergus Falls (11-7, 4-5 CLC) will play at home against Willmar in a rematch on Tuesday and will host Wadena-Deer Creek on Saturday.
Shane Zierden scores a goal. PHOTO by MELISSA BABOLIAN
Brayden Nelson buries the puck. PHOTO by MELISSA BABOLIAN