Youngstown Phantoms Secured First Home Win
The Phantoms defeated the US National Team Development Program 7-2 at the Covelli Centre.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Hockey
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The Youngstown Phantoms earned their first home victory of the season by soundly defeating the US National Team Development Program 7-2. The dominant win showcased a high-powered offense and reliable goaltending.
Why it matters
This victory provides a significant boost for the Phantoms, helping the team improve its standing early in the season. The offensive depth displayed in the game offers promise for the team as they look to build momentum.
Youngstown outshot their opponent 41-24, while goaltender Owen Lepak recorded 23 saves. Jack Hair currently leads the effort with four goals scored across seven games this season.
The players
Youngstown Phantoms
The Youngstown Phantoms are a member of the United States Hockey League based in Ohio.
Owen Lepak
Owen Lepak is a goaltender for the Youngstown Phantoms.
Jack Hair
Jack Hair is a forward currently playing for the Youngstown Phantoms.
The details
Oliver Raimovaara ignited the scoring with an opening goal off a Jesse Orlowsky rebound, while Malachi McKinnon added two goals with help from Stephen Cover and Lukas Zajic. The team utilized aggressive shooting throughout the contest to maintain control.
Timeline
The Youngstown Phantoms defeated the US National Team Development Program on October 13, 2026.
The Phantoms face Muskegon on the road this coming weekend.
The team returns to play at home in Youngstown on November 6, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This win is a pivotal moment that helps stabilize the Phantoms' standing early in the 2026-2027 USHL schedule. Improving to a 2-5-0-0 record, the team must now sustain this offensive production to remain relevant in the competitive playoff race.
The Phantoms now hold a 2-5-0-0 record with 4 total points as they enter a crucial road stretch against Muskegon. The 41-shot performance indicates a positive shift in offensive efficiency for those tracking the team's weekly production metrics.
The takeaway
The Phantoms demonstrated strong offensive depth and defensive reliability in this dominant home performance. Maintaining this level of shot production will be essential for the team as they prepare for upcoming road tests.
What happens next
The Youngstown Phantoms will face Muskegon for two road games this upcoming weekend and return for home games on November 6, 2026.
Further reading
For more information on league performance, visit the Youngstown Hockey section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Tribune Chronicle, Warren OH.
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