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NLL's Rush beat Seals 16-12 in home opener for first win of season

SASKATOON — Ben McIntosh had five goals and four assists to lead the Saskatchewan Rush to a 16-12 win over the San Diego Seals on Saturday in National Lacrosee League action.

Jeff Shattler had four goals, while Mark Matthews chipped in a pair. Matthew Dinsdale, Ryan Keenan, Jordi Jones-Smith, Curtis Knight and Connor Robinson added singles for the Rush (1-1).  

Austin Staats paced the Seals (1-2) with four goals, while Kyle Buchanan, Turner Evans, Garrett Billings had two goals apiece. Dan Dawson and Adrian Sorichetti also got on the scoreboard.

Saskatchewan's Evan Kirk made 37 saves for the victory. Frank Scigliano stopped 47 shots for San Diego.

The Rush were 2 for 2 on the power play. The Seals were 5 for 6 with the man advantage.

The Canadian Press


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