The Essex 73’s lost 1-0 last night to the visiting Dresden Kings.
Brendan Johnston was the difference turning away 24 Essex shots in earning the shutout.
Brendan Ritchie scored at 17:13 of the second period to give the Kings the only goal of the night.
Essex goaltender Tyler Ryan was also sharp making 18 saves.
The Kings moved into a tie for second place with Amherstburg in the division with 48-points.
The 73s’ will return to action next Tuesday, January 23rd when they host the Lakeshore Canadiens.