Monday September 3

Corporation bank just enough points to secure top seed

With the start of the playoffs only a week away, the Corporation and Les Reds met in two crucial games that would ultimately determine who would finish in first place. Prior to both games, Les Reds controlled their own destiny needing only to split with their rival opponent. However, a short bench versus an almost stacked team came into play favouring the Corporation. The men in yellow barely edged out Les Reds 2-1 thanks to a brilliant goaltending performance by L.Lucas. Knowing that Les Reds may have been tired in the second meeting, the Corporation made it harder on themselves by playing from- behind throughout most of the match. After evening the score several times, the contest went the ultimate distance to see who would prevail and secure first place. F.Gentile was sent first and made his breakaway count riffling a hard wrist shot to beat C.Malkoun. Les Reds, in an effort to draw even, couldn't get anything through L.Dias. That one extra point was just enough to set the stage and semi final matches between the four teams in the second division.

(1)Les Reds vs The Corporation (2)

(5)The Corporation vs Les Reds(4) S.O

E.Provost's evens miniseries with Hustlers on two big goals

Although they did manage a good start to their night, the Dr Block couldn't keep it together long enough in their 4-3 loss to the Hustlers. T.Bozinakis was the mastermind behind setting up D.Bertrand twice and J.Rochon for the winner that came with less than two minutes remaining. Despite the sour ending, the Dr Block just looked ahead in their next meeting. Unfortunately, they didn't get the start they wanted but definitely got the ending they were hoping for. E.Provost had a major hand in it as the defenseman tallied twice in only a minute. The Hustlers had seven whole minutes-from that point on to bounce back but couldn't get there. Perhaps the obvious reason was R.Pelletier. The Dr Block net minder faced tons of heavy shots making one save look easier than the other.

(4)Hustlers vs Dr Block(3)

(2)Dr Block vs Hustlers(1)

M.Arkalis nets late power play goal to trade wins with Mighty Boyz

The Mighty Boyz have one element to their game that can be their worst enemy. If they can avoid visiting the penalty box, then they'll be fine, at least in most cases. Their opening game had no issues with their captain J.Palmitano scoring twice en route to a 5-2 win. The first period of the ensuing match was somewhat identical to the previous frames with the Mighty Boyz dictating the pace with two unanswered goals. However, once the final frame began, a full moon effect was in play. The Mighty Boyz took a total of twelve minutes worth of minor penalties that would only spell a disaster. Three out of the four Mighty Drunks goals all came with the man advantage. M.Arkalis tied the game right before ending it with less than 2 seconds remaining. The win can also be attributed to J.Adamou, who was the primary assist man on his clubs last three goals. As frustrating as this loss was, the Mighty Boyz realise that it's only a regular season game and will only adapt moving forward.

(2)Mighty Drunks vs Mighty Boyz(5)

(3)Mighty Boyz vs Mighty Drunks (4)

J-R Lemay, E.Gacem & M.Ethier combine for a massive 25 points

With J-R Remy, E.Gacem and M.Ethier combining for a whopping 25 points, the Chic Choc were able to topple the United Arms twice on Monday night. Gacem and Lemay took charge in the first match as both players collected four points each to earn a 5-1 victory. The second game had an unusual set of events occur. Due to the heat, both net minders decided to watch-from the sidelines as of the second period. The United Arms were up 2-1 at that point before conceding eight straight tallies. The only reason why the United Arms gave up so many was because the Chic Choc struck six times in an empty net. M.Ethier had already bagged a pair before feeding the empty cage three times to finish with five goals and two assists.

(1)United Arms vs Chic Choc(5)

(9)Chic Choc vs United Arms(2)

Degenerates find a way to steal 2 points

The Degenerates didn't have much to brag about despite splitting the two games with the Vitamin C. After all, they had a poor start giving up three straight markers and never really recuperated despite losing by only one goal. In hopes for a better outcome, they still couldn't find a way to ever grab the lead. The Vitamin C jumped in front twice but weren't able to protect it. The only chance that the Degenerates had to walk away with something was due to the shootouts. P.Assadi allowed three of his teammates to get at least one since he was taking care of his net. After a pair of failed attempts, the captain came through to settle the score. S.Sicuso made sure S.Sauk bit just in time to slide the ball right behind him. That was the first and most likely the only time in his ball hockey career that Sicuso will ever score in a shootout.

(3)Degenerates vs Vitamin C(4)

(2)Vitamin C vs Degenerates (3) S.O

The SalumiVino player of the night goes to Lucas Dias of the Corporation. With goaltending so important, there was no doubt that the Corporation goaltender was at his best on Monday night. Dias was only one minute away-from recording a shutout in the opening match while denying three shootout attempts in the second encounter to earn two big wins.

While division 3 is still in their regular season, divisions 2 & 1 will be headed for the semi finals. Here is a breakdown of the matches.

Division 1

(1)Hustlers vs Mighty Drunks (4) The Mighty Drunks need their main guys to do their thing while getting the supporting cast on board to contribute one way or another. In order to defeat the Hustlers, the Mighty Drunks don't have a choice to play a near perfect series.

(2)Mighty Boyz vs Punishers (3) Both sides have their fair share of game breakers. It will be essential for the two teams to commit playing sound defence while remaining disciple throughout the entire series.

Division 2

(1)The Corporations vs Tocas(4) Regardless where both teams sit in the standings, this series will be a tossup. The Corporation will have their hands full and need to be fully aware of the dangerous counter attack-from the Tocas.

(2)Reds vs Les Carmoni(3) Another match up that can go either way. Neither side lack any skill or hockey sense. The winner of this battle will come down to all the elements required in any series.