Vermont rallied from a 3-0 deficit with three power-play goals, then beat No. 4 Northeastern in a shootout to earn an extra Hockey East point. Tara Bach stopped all three shootout attempts, and Lila Pannacciulli scored the deciding goal before a record crowd at Gutterson Fieldhouse.

By the Numbers
  • Attendance: 2,744, a record for Vermont’s annual Pack the Gut event.
  • Vermont scored 3 power-play goals on 7 chances.
  • Bach made 36 saves and stopped all 3 shootout attempts.
  • Vermont blocked 13 shots; Northeastern blocked 4.
Yes, But

Northeastern controlled much of the middle frame and built a three-goal lead, while Vermont’s comeback depended on its power play. The teams finished regulation tied 3-3, and neither scored in overtime.

State of Play
  • Vermont improved to 3-5-1 overall and 0-2-1 in Hockey East.
  • Northeastern moved to 7-1-2 overall and 4-0-1 in conference play.
  • The teams are set to meet again Saturday at Gutterson Fieldhouse.
What’s Next

The teams close out their weekend series Saturday, Nov. 7, with a 3 p.m. puck drop in Vermont’s Salute to Service game. The matchup will air on ESPN+.

Bottom Line

Vermont turned a three-goal hole into a statement win, using a dominant power play and Bach’s shootout saves to claim a valuable conference point against a top-ranked opponent.