Monday January 20

Stars shine for Punishers in rout of 1 Timer

P.Arkalis and C.Gingras made an impact right from the get go and were a huge reason why the Punishers exposed the 1 Timer twice on Monday night. P.Arkalis was exceptional in the opening game netting three goals and an assist while C.Gingras never let go of the pedal producing an impressive nine points. In both games, the 1 Timer were neck in neck with the Punishers keeping the game levelled after the first periods. The problem occurred in the final frames where the Punishers showed their superiority outscoring the 1 Timer 8-1.There was only so much F.Koch could have done to keep the games respectable. It’s never an easy task when goaltenders are stuck facing a one two punch surrounded by a solid supporting cast. Overall, they did fair well considering having barely two lines.

(5)Punishers vs 1 Timer (1)

(4)1 Timer vs Punishers (7)

LG HC adapt in second game after being bounced by Les Yables

Even though they didn’t earn the win, the LG HC bounced back to level with Les Yables after an embarrassing loss. They knew they needed a better start along with some help defensively. For how tremendous Les Yables’s for checking was, the LG HC had to react quick and smart in order to get out of trouble. The first game was a complete disaster for the LG HC, who couldn’t do anything right. D.Pelletier had a field day netting four goals, and D.Marcotte made plenty happen scoring twice while adding three helpers. Fortunately, things did turn around in the second encounter for the LG HC. E.Girouard was quite remarkable as the sniper collected his fifth goal that ultimately sent the match into a shootout.

(3)LG HC vs Les Yables(9)

(5)Les Yables vs LG HC(5) S.O

Degenerates tweak their game in split with Excalibur

J.Atch needed to be good, and the Degenerates got much needed production up front in order to even the miniseries with the Excalibur. For how lopsided the first game ended, the Degenerates could have continued to fall apart in the second match. Instead, they put it behind them, and stood together in order to return the favour. They were aggressive when needed to be and laid off when they needed to. It always helps storming off to a better start. After grabbing a 3-1 lead heading into the final frame, the Degenerates made sure to keep winning their battles in order to not give much. The snow ball effect lasted all game that saw scoring efforts from five different players.

(1)Degenerates vs Excalibur (7)

(2)Excalibur vs Degenerates (5)

Ice Breakers stun Immigrant twice on late goals

Like just about everyone from both benches, the players were preparing for a shootout. That was up until a late penalty enabled the Ice Breakers to take advantage on a power play goal from H.Jerjian. Les Immigrant managed to put it behind them quickly as they focused on a good start in the ensuing match. Things appeared to be fine when A.Addante opened the scoring while finding V.Botchway for a 2-1 lead heading into the final stretch. But the Ice Breakers were not to be denied, and for a second straight time, they tilted the court in their favour. It took only two minutes for H.Jerjian and A.Tachejian to get to R.Ricaurte. The go ahead marker left all but three minutes on the clock. Unfortunately for Les Immigrant, they weren’t able to force the extra time as they were stuck going empty handed in what were two very close games.

(3)Ice Breakers vs Immigrant (2)

(2)Immigrant vs Ice Breakers (3)

The SalumiVino player of the night goes to Carl Gingras of the Punishers. The Punishers got on their winning ways right away thanks to an offensive showing by C.Gingras, who already produced nine points in a single night.

Tuesday January 21

Classics take advantage of depleted line up

The Prolific Athletes had to know they were playing with fire having only one change up to their bench. The first game was already decided when K.Araujo posted his second for a 4-0 lead by the eight minute mark of the opening frame. With the luxury of having a second chance to redeem themselves, the Prolific Athletes came out ready for the ensuing match despite their short bench. Granted, the odds did play against them but the overall contest was way closer than the first encounter. The Classics needed two quick goals in the second period in order to gain control. After getting his club on board, P.Gervasi was behind setting up both D.Gagnon and E.Gabrielli.

(6)The Classics vs Prolific Athletes(3)

(1)Prolific Athletes vs The Classics(3)

The SalumiVino player of the night goes to Pat Gervasi of the Classics. The heads up d-man had a productive game collecting three points in a close 3-1 win.