Game Prep: Black Bears at Rock

December 28, 2024 – National Lacrosse League (NLL)
Ottawa Black Bears news release

The Ottawa Black Bears are in Toronto for their first road game of the season when they take on the Toronto Rock tonight at 7 p.m. 19:00 ET. Tomorrow’s game will be a rematch between the two teams as the Black Bears look to sweep their two game season series.

In their first matchup, the Black Bears came away with a dominant 11-5 win in the team’s home opener on November 29th. Playing in front of a packed house, the Black Bears started the season with an impressive win.

Jacob Dunbar and Connor Kearnan both recorded hat tricks in their Black Bear debuts, while Zach Higgins put on a goaltending clinic in net. Jeff Teat also had a five-point night himself. A complete overview of the game can be found HERE.

Coming into tonight’s game, both teams are looking to get into the win column. The Black Bears’ last game, which came on December 13th, saw them fall to the Buffalo Bandits. On the other end, the Rock are still looking for their first win of the season after starting with a 0-3 record. Before tonight’s game, see how the Black Bears and Rock match up:

Jacob Dunbar (5) – GOAL – Josh Dawick (5)

Jeff Teat (6) – ASSISTS – Mark Matthews (6)

Jeff Teat (10) – POINTS – Josh Dawick (7)

Jacob Dunbar (16) – LOOSE BALLS – Mitch de Snoo (23)

Zach Higgins (64) – SAVES – Nick Rose (100)

Don’t miss a thing! Fans can watch tonight’s game on TSN and follow the Black Bears’ socials for live updates.

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