The Essex 73's host the Exeter Hawks on March 17, 2015. (Photo by Ricardo Veneza)The Essex 73's host the Exeter Hawks on March 17, 2015. (Photo by Ricardo Veneza)
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Essex Takes 3-0 Series Lead

The Essex 73's beat Exeter 5-2 to go up 3-0 in the Schmalz Cup quarter-finals.

Exeter jumped out to a 1-0 lead in the first period, but Essex fought back scoring five goals to put the game out of reach for the Hawks.

Phil Janikowski led the 73's with a goal and an assist.

Essex can close out the series with a win Tuesday night in Exeter.

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