New Brunswick’s quick start topples Rensselaer

It was just an exhibition, but Rensselaer’s season didn’t get off to a great start.

Hunter Tremblay scored the first of his two goals off a steal just seven seconds into the game, and New Brunswick moved to 3-0 against U.S. college teams this season with a 4-1 victory over Rensselaer on Tuesday.

Rensselaer and New Brunswick players battle near the benches (photo: Jennifer Bock).

Rensselaer and New Brunswick players battle near the benches (photo: Jennifer Bock).

Mike Bergin scored for the Engineers, who open the regular season at Colorado College on Friday.

Mike Bergin celebrates Rensselaer's lone goal with goaltender Bryce Merriam (photo: Jennifer Bock).

Mike Bergin celebrates Rensselaer’s lone goal with goaltender Bryce Merriam (photo: Jennifer Bock).