The Rockford IceHogs faced off against the Milwaukee Admirals in a thrilling matchup that ended with a 6-3 loss for Rockford. The IceHogs started strong, taking a 2-0 lead thanks to goals from Cole Guttman and Austin Strand.

However, the Admirals quickly turned the tide, with Zach L’Heureux scoring shortly after Strand's goal, helping Milwaukee to tie the game by the end of the first period. The Admirals dominated the second period, scoring four goals, while Rockford managed just one. Despite a late effort from Frank Nazar III, the IceHogs couldn't close the gap.