Rush Blank Monster Knights 4-0 in Series Opener
Rapid City scored three third-period goals to break a scoreless tie and extend its winning streak to three games.
Updated on Nov. 12, 2026 in Hockey
The Rapid City Rush shut out the Tahoe Knight Monsters 4-0 on Wednesday, outshooting them 46-14 in the series opener. The win improved Rapid City's record to 6-2 and marked its first game in 11 days.
Why it matters
The Rush's previous series against Idaho was postponed due to unplayable ice conditions, leaving a long break before this game. The result gives Rapid City momentum as it continues its home stand against Tahoe.
The Rush outshot Tahoe 46-14 and improved to 6-2 on the season after a 4-0 shutout. The series' remaining games against Tahoe on Friday and Saturday will determine whether the winning streak extends further.
The players
Rapid City Rush
The Rapid City Rush are a professional ice hockey team based in Rapid City, South Dakota, competing in the ECHL.
Tahoe Knight Monsters
The Tahoe Knight Monsters are a professional ice hockey team based in Stateline, Nevada, competing in the ECHL.
The details
Rapid City scored three goals in the third period to break a scoreless tie, with Marko Sikic and Alex Young each scoring twice. The Rush's three-game series against Idaho last week was postponed due to unplayable ice conditions, making Wednesday's game their first in 11 days.
Timeline
Wednesday: Rush shut out Tahoe 4-0 in the series opener.
Last week: Series against Idaho postponed due to ice conditions.
Friday and Saturday: Rush host Tahoe again.
Season Trajectory
The Rush's 6-2 start and three-game winning streak place them among the early contenders in the ECHL standings. Their series against Tahoe offers a chance to build on that momentum before the schedule continues.
The Rush's 6-2 record and three-game winning streak keep them near the top of the early standings. Fans can see the rematch against Tahoe at home on Friday and Saturday.
The takeaway
Rapid City's shutout shows the Rush's depth in both scoring and goaltending early in the season. Following the rematch will show whether that form holds.
What happens next
The Rush host the Knight Monsters again on Friday and Saturday.
Further reading
For more on the team's season, see Rapid City hockey coverage.
