The Clippers scored three third period goals to erase a 2-0 deficit and go on to win 4-3 in overtime in Chilliwack. (Gary Dorland)

By Dan Marshall

Deficit Overturned

Clippers mount comeback and win 4-3 in overtime versus Chiefs

Feb 24, 2023 | 10:12 PM

CHILLIWACK — The Clippers got behind but saved their best for last in a 4-3 overtime victory in Chilliwack.

It was a scoreless game through the first period with Aidan Campbell playing very will in net as Nanaimo was outshot 13-3.

Campbell faced another 19 shots in the second period and allowed just one goal to Chiefs captain Abram Wiebe.

A controversial goal by Nico Grabas put Chilliwack up 2-0 early in the final frame.

The play was reviewed at length for goaltender interference but was allowed to stand up after the officials watched video of the play.

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The goal seemed to light a fire under the Clippers who responded with three consecutive goals.

Ethan Mistry cashed in on a point shot, and then Kai Daniells scored back to back including one on the man advantage to give Nanaimo a short lived lead.

Mason Kesselring sniped a goal just a minute and two seconds later to knot the contest at 3-3.

The Clippers had a chance to win the game late in regulation with a four minute power play but failed to score.

However Jeremie Payant scored 1:23 into overtime to give Nanaimo the victory.

Chilliwack outshot Nanaimo 46-31 with Campbell getting the win over Chiefs netminder Austin McNicholas.

The Clippers went 1/5 on the power play and 2/2 killing penalties.

Payant’s tally improved Nanaimo’s overtime record to 6-1 on the season.

A busy weekend on the road continues with a visit to the Langley Rivermen on Saturday Feb. 25 at 7:15 p.m. and a trip to Coquitlam at 3 p.m. on Feb. 26.

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