The Lindenwood men's hockey team (0-3-0) fell short of an upset bid on Friday night, dropping the series opener to No. 7 Michigan (1-0-0, 0-0-0 B10) by a score of 7-4 in Ann Arbor, Mich.

GAME OVERVIEW
After killing off two early penalties against, Lindenwood found its footing, scoring two goals in a span of 1:43 to grab a 2-0 lead at the 14:36 mark of the opening period. The first tally was buried by David Gagnon who converted a two-on one with Ryan Finnegan. The second score was provided by Andy Willis. Michigan cut the lead in half less than three minutes later, making the score 2-1, which would be the score after 20 minutes of play. Trent Burnham wrapped up the period with 17 saves.

The Wolverines scored five quick goals in the second period, opening a 6-2 lead. The Lions kept battling as Zach Aughe pulled one back late in the second period, assisted by Kyle Jeffers and Gagnon. The score would be 6-3 at intermission.

Burnham kept the Lions in the game, making 16 saves in the final frame, as Lindenwood continued to chip away. The Lions earned a powerplay just passed the halfway point of the third period, which Ryan Finnegan took advantage of. He was once again assisted by Jeffers and Gagnon. Michigan regained its three-goal cushion a few minutes later, as that would be the final score in the series opener.

GAME LEADERS
Gagnon (one G, two A)
Finnegan (one G, one A)
Burnaham (48 saves)

UP NEXT
Lindenwood will close out its series with No. 7 Michigan tomorrow evening. Puck drop is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. CT from Ann Arbor, Mich.