Sunday April 15(Semif finals)

(6)Brew Crew vs Fatal Demons(4) Game 1

Fatal Demons powerless on defending power play goals

Every time the Fatal Demons would visit the penalty box, they would pay the price. The penalty kill didn't work and the Brew Crew took advantage using the shooting lanes that they produced resulting in four power play goals. D.Colatosti struck twice with the man advantage with both goals coming in the second period. Then shortly after, S.Lodico scored in the same circumstances to give the Brew Crew more than enough of a cushion heading into the third period. Despite their slow start while getting themselves into trouble throughout most of the match, the Fatal Demons took something positive before the game ended, and was to string three straight goals together. Even though they knew it was too late, that push could only help pay dividends in a pivotal game two to come.

(6)Fatal Demons vs Brew Crew(4) Game 2

Fatal Demons adjust to even series

By addressing a couple of key issues, the Fatal Demons got it right in game number two. First off, they limited their trips to the penalty box while grabbing the better start rather than playing-from behind. The Brew Crew had to figure out how to dig themselves out of a 3-1 hole after only one period. They eventually made things interesting by the third when S.Lodico pulled his club within one. But the Fatal Demons weren't rattled, and restored their two goal cushion thanks to D.Ugaldez's goal. The Brew Crew, like a cockroach refusing to die, had S.Fabrici narrow the gap once again only to see the very same Ugaldez cap it off in an empty cage.

(1)Brew Crew vs Fatal Demons(0) Game 3

D.Colatosti coming through in clutch for Brew Crew

The Brew Crew were able to regain their composure after suffering a tough defeat. With only fifteen minutes to decide a winner, it was only fitting that D.Colatosti would be the one to deliver. The hardnosed forward loves the big games and showed it by bagging the lone goal. He did place himself at the right place for a loose ball that had a slight confusion between the Fatal Demons defense. Both sides knew how incredibly important the first goal would be. And with the Brew Crew striking first, it was almost as if they won it with a sudden death winner considering how well they defend. C.Muccino had to kill off only four minutes and change in order to preserve the shutout and a pass to the finals.

(2)Shockers vs Lynx(6) Game 1

Lynx unload by the second period

Right- from the get go, the Lynx struck first but ended losing the frame 2-1.However, once the second period hit, this contest belonged only to the Lynx. J.Lang and Y.Vanasse each scored power play goals and the Lynx added three more tallies in the last fifteen minutes of play to send a strong signal that they are still the team to beat. Vanasse and his captain Lang weren't done yet as both players added tallies by the third right before M.Barone capped it off late in the match. After suffering two bad periods while spending way too much time in the penalty box, the Shockers would have an hour to address their problems in hopes of rebounding for game two.

(4)Lynx vs Shockers (9) Game 2

Heavy response by Shockers forces do or die match up

Clearly the Shockers had no choice to put their best hockey together. After taking a valuable lesson only an hour ago, the adjustments showed in this encounter. This time, they preserved their lead and limited their trips to the penalty box showing a lot more disciple which is usually required at this stage of the season. The key moment of the game occurred when the Lynx were given a power play opportunity to narrow the gap by one. Instead of making a game of it, the Lynx gave up the goal on a brilliant effort -from T.Salberg. That tally put the Shockers up 4-1 who never looked back to force a game three mini game. Another key element to the win came-from no other than their co- captain. M.Blackman was simply too good as he's been many times before. The talented forward was involved in seven of the nine goals that included a hat trick.

(3)Shockers vs Lynx(2) S.O Game 3

Down to the wire, E Sunday division will have new champions

It's what came to be expected-from the two teams. Both sides are so evenly matched that only a prolonged shootout would make sense on who would pass and who would be watching-from the sidelines.  The Shockers appeared to close off the deal in regulation time when no other than M.Blackman would strike first leaving only four minutes on the clock. Instead, a quick response by J.Mason leveled the playing field once more where both sides eventually duked it out in a shootout. At this point, the pressure was felt everywhere with so much on the line. D.Sauve of the Lynx created a loud cheer by getting the better of D.Smith. Then, after his team missed twice, the re occurring phenom came to the rescue. M.Blackman salvaged the Shockers season by beating S.Catalano to extend the tension for the two teams. It took only one more attempt after that to close off what was an incredible series. C.Debonis was the one to score immediately, and D.Smith ended the chapter by getting D.Sauve back with a crucial save.

The SalumiVino player of the night goes to Matt Blackman of the Shockers. What more can any teammate ask-from one of their leaders. After collecting seven points in game two, the clutch forward scored his clubs lone goal in game three while prolonging the shootout on a must breakaway marker.

The stage is now set between two familiar opponents. The Brew Crew and the Shockers know each other way to well. With that said, they will need to take advantage of each other's weaknesses. The Brew Crew are an older and more experienced team that will use the necessary antics to frustrate their opponents. If the Shockers stick to playing hockey, their chances of winning are good, if not, look for the Brew Crew to prevail.