Howie's hat trick lifts Jr. Generals past Jets Saturday night

WATERFORD, Mich. - The Flint Jr. Generals defeated the Metro Jets 7-4 Saturday night at Lakeland Arena on the strength of a hat trick from veteran Jacob Howie.

Kevin Shand recorded a goal and two assists for the Jets, while captain Josh Beleski had a goal and an assist.

Travis Baranoski and T.J. Krajewski also scored and Davide Mantovani and Kameron Limburg combined to make 18 saves in goal for the Jets.

Metro (5-7-1-) heads to St. Louis next weekend (Oct. 25-26) to play the Jr. Blues. Game time is 9 p.m. Saturday night and then 2 p.m. on Sunday. Both games will be available on FASTHockey.