Monday November 1

Dragons came to play in double rout of Orient

The Dragons were in the drivers seat for most of the night, and came away with a pair of victories over the Orient. In two games that needed everyone to step up, the Dragons had no passengers going up against a difficult challenge. After sneaking out a 5-3 shootout win, the Dragons looked even more convincing in the ensuing match. Tonight’s heroes were J.Mandracchia, making his presence felt collecting four points along with a shootout goal. Y.Gazura and G.DeMarinis were also very vital for both wins as the two players combined for five points. It looked at times the Orient couldn’t match their opponents pace, and didn’t seem as hungry. S.Morante was solid once again, keeping his club in it throughout the entire time facing close to 45 shots.

(3)Orient vs Dragons(5) S.O

(4)Dragons vs Orient(1)

Assadi Classics force Golden Knights to play till the very end

Yes, the Golden Knights won both their games against the Assadi Classics, but it didn’t come as easy compared to the way they have been dismantling other opponents. The Assadi Classics came out ready , building a 4-2 lead at one point which perhaps startled the Golden Knights that they were in for a real challenge .Slowly but surely, the Golden Knights didn’t wilt, and would eventually complete their comeback scoring three straight. M.Labrie was the driving force bagging three of the five goals en route to a 5-4 decision. The second contest remained very close as well, and was only decided passed the mid way point of the second period when the Golden Knights were awarded two power play chances. Giving them an extra body on the field is a recipe for disaster. On both their chances, M.Labrie delivered once more for his second followed with J.Fortin adding some insurance.

(5)Golden Knights vs Assadi Classics(4)

(2)Assadi Classics vs Golden Knights(4)

Degenerates impose their will to win against RCGT Knights

Over the course of the regular season, the iron will of a team to win becomes a quantifiable strength right along with goal-scoring, special teams or goaltending. And the Degenerates invoked their unflinching will on the RCGT Knights defeating them twice on Monday night. The Degenerates out shot the RCGT Knights, controlled much of the play while keeping the attack going forcing S.Sauk to make as many saves as possible. Many players contributed offensively with no other than S.Marricco feeding the back of the net five times in all. Everyone understood the importance of trying to get their identity back for the Degenerates, who have yet put it together on a consistent basis. Maybe tonight’s results can be the beginning of good things to come. Time will only tell as every week will be a difficult challenge in a division that doesn’t give much.

(5)Degenerates vs RCGT Knights(2)

(1)RCGT Knights vs Degenerates(4)

P.Lapointe and Q.Syrydiuk causing fits for the Hungry Hippos defense

It turned out to be a comfortable night for P.Lapointe and Q.Syrydiuk and the rest of the HBHA Seniors. Both players were on target clicking in a big way scoring twice in both games versus the Hungry Hippos. The Hungry Hippos did start brightly when A.Pederian opened the scoring, but that lasted only so long. The rest of the night belonged only to the higher ranked club. Both games were put to rest in the first periods alone. E.Parent gave up a total of only two goals and continues to be an essential part of a team that will rely on him as the season moves on. Its never easy going up against a skilled and experienced hockey team like the HBHA Seniors. The Hungry Hippos will need to put tonight’s experience in the rear view mirror and focus only on what’s ahead.

(1)Hungry Hippos vs HBHA Seniors(5)

(6)HBHA Seniors vs Hungry Hippos(1)

The SalumiVino player of the night goes to M.Labrie of the Golden Knights. In two very close games versus the Assadi Classics, M.Labrie was the difference maker riding a hat trick in the first encounter followed with another pair of key goals in his second match.