Apple Valley Eagles (Apple Valley, MN) fans exited the stadium happy Saturday as they observed their ice hockey squad nudge the host Lakeville North Panthers (Lakeville, MN), 3-2 in a league game.

With the win, Apple Valley improves its record to 12-8 on the year. The Eagles host Prior Lake (Prior Lake, MN) to clash with the Lakers in a South Suburban game on Tuesday, January 28. The Lakers enter the game with a record of 12-8. Prior Lake won 3-1 in their recent non-league game against Farmington (Farmington, MN)

The Panthers now sport a 9-10 record. They play next when they travel to Mankato East for a non-league game on Monday, January 27. Lakeville North will clash with a Cougars squad coming off a 9-0 league win over Winona (Winona, MN). The Cougars record now stands at 7-5.