Neftekhimik 1, at Amur 3

KHABAROVSK, Russia (Interstat) — The Amur Khabarovsk Tigers, defying pregame projections, secured a 3-1 victory over Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk in a Kontinental Hockey League matchup Tuesday night at Platinum Arena. The win gave Amur a two-game sweep of the back-to-back series after also winning 3-2 on Sunday. Despite statistical models favoring the visitors, Amur’s special teams and timely scoring proved decisive. The game was a penalty-filled affair that saw Amur capitalize on key opportunities while limiting Neftekhimik to just 18 shots on goal. Amur goaltender Maxim Dorozhko, listed at 6-foot-2 and 209 pounds, was credited with the win, turning aside 17… Read more...