Dalton Langlois scored a goal and added two assists as the Essex 73's beat the Dorchester Dolphins 5-1 Wednesday night.
The win gives the defending provincial champs a 3-1 lead in their Schmalz Cup quarterfinal series.
William Stadder, Eric Shaw and Tyler Scott each had a goal and an assist for the 73's, who outshot the Dolphins 47-26.
Tyler Ryan made 25 saves for Essex.
The 73's can eliminate Dorchester on home ice in Game 5 Friday night.