Monday November 6

Pedram Assadi stellar goaltending enables Assadi Consulting inc to split their night with Snipers

The game began with high intensity, and it didn’t take long for the Snipers to make their presence felt. After taking a 3-1 lead, the first period concluded with the Snipers in control. They weren’t done yet as they made sure to play ahead despite both sides trading a pair of early goals. A.Sayed and N.Atoui each posted their second, and the Snipers were well on their way to taking the first encounter. With something needing to give, Pedram Assadi ended up being the reason why the Assadi Consulting inc split their night with the Snipers. The Snipers launched an early offensive onslaught, determined to replicate their earlier victory. However, P.Assadi made a series of incredible saves , denying the Snipers any confidence in order to try and battle back. The Assadi Consulting inc were up 4-0 at one point on a pair of goals and an assist by A.Papazian. Still without a solution on how to figure out the Assadi Consulting inc net minder, A.Sayed finally broke the curse on a late tally. With the Assadi Consulting inc’s defense holding up coupled with P.Assadi’s brilliant goaltending, the two sides walked away satisfied collecting a victory each.

(3)Assadi Consulting inc vs Snipers(5)

(4)Assadi Consulting inc vs Snipers(1)

Classics pair hard fought wins versus the Hustlers

In a thrilling pair of games, the Classics managed to secure hard fought victories against the Hustlers. The first encounter was largely decided on the power play with the Classics making the Hustlers pay on three occasions. The Hustlers only got on board late when the game was already decided. S.Athanasopoulos broke F.Gagnon’s shutout hoping to bring some inspiration heading into the second encounter. Unlike the first game, the Hustlers were determined to bounce back looking much crisper and focused to put up a better challenge. They never led, but kept bouncing back to even the score. S.Athanasopoulos was influential once more scoring back to back goals that would even the score 4-4 late in the game.  The Hustlers decided to make a courageous but perhaps costly decision by removing their net minder for the extra attacker. Surely, they are in desperate need of points to climb into a playoff spot, but the risk may have seemed to high with still enough games left in the regular season. Unfortunately, things didn’t quite go according to plan with C.Gingras feeding the empty cage for the hat trick.

(1)Hustlers vs Classics(4)

(4)Hustlers vs Classics(6)

Dragons look flat in second match with the Orient

There was no question that both games were going to be decided late between the Orient and the Dragons. The opening game was marked by stellar goaltending between J.DeStefano of the Dragons and M.Jobin of the Orient. That being said, it was the Dragons offense that proved to be clinical as they got some timely goals by J.Mandracchia and A.Mirolla’s second to distance themselves early in the second period. Despite dropping the opener, the Orient responded with a renewed focus in the second game. Their offense and defensive efforts were more coordinated , and it showed right-from the start. This time, they took command building a 3-2 lead thanks to a pair of tallies by O.Duchrame. As the game progressed, the Orient only got better winning the final frame handily. If not for J.DeStefano guarding the cage, the Orient would have pulled away en route to an easier win. Instead, they used the lead to their advantage and played out the clock by dictating the pace. M-A DiStasio had strong finish bagging two goals with the help of O.Wahid, who continues to be a force accumulating a total of five assists in both games.

(5)Dragons vs Orient(4)

(2)Dragons vs Orient(6)

Punishers defeat Peters twice on the back of C.Ekonomakis

The Punishers entered tonight determined to make a statement. As expected, the games were going to be intense with both teams displaying excellent ball control and passing. P.Karvouriaris was one of two major reasons why the Punishers took the first game. The sniper collected all three points that included two goals. If your going to limit the Peters to only a pair of tallies, its largely because your playing tight defense, and more importantly that your net minder is in peak form. C.Ekonomakis showcased incredible agility, quick reflexes and ability to read the play leading the Punishers to a close 3-2 win. The second match up promises even more excitement. With the memory of their previous win fresh in their minds, the Punishers are confident, while the Peters are eager for redemption. Once again, C.Ekonomakis takes centre stage. His exceptional glove saves and quick lateral movements keep the Peters at bay. When your goaltender is keeping a lethal offense to only a pair of goals, your likely to pull away at one point. The Punishers had a strong sequence in the final frame collecting three big goals-from different players in order to secure a second win. Tonight, just goes to show that when you have a solid goaltender in C.Ekonomakis, a prolific goal scorer in P.Karvouriaris along with a solid supporting cast, your stapled as an automatic contender.

(3)Punishers vs The Peters(2)

(5)Punishers vs The Peters(2)   

M.Moisan late marker gives Sharpshooters the edge in two closely contested games

In two closely contested encounters, the Sharpshooters managed to narrowly edge out the Degenerates in the second tilt. The first game saw the Degenerates overcome a 2-0 deficit on goals by J.Melo which sent the game in a shootout where both sides settled for a draw. The second game proved to be just as thrilling as the first one. Again, the Sharpshooters were the ones playing ahead carrying a 3-1 lead at one point. Rather than throwing in the towel, the Degenerates stuck with it, and rebounded thanks to a pair of back to back tallies by D.Charbonneau. With the game hanging in the balance, the final stretch saw a thrilling exchange of chances and saves. Eventually, the Sharpshooters would catch a break when a miscommunication in the defensive zone enabled M.Moisan to capitalise. That tally came with about three minutes left in the game, more than enough time for an equaliser for the trailing side. The Degenerates couldn’t have ask for a better opportunity after being awarded a power play. After generating numerous chances, M.Vinciguerra stood stall making exceptional saves to capture a well earned win.

(3)Degenerates vs Sharpshooters(3) S.O

(3)Degenerates vs Sharpshooters(4)

The SalumiVino player of the night goes to Chris Ekonomakis of the Punishers. His two victories for the Punishers against the Peters were a testament to the impact a star goaltender can have in a hockey game. The teams defense and offense were also crucial, but it was C.Ekonomakis outstanding efforts that sealed their triumph in both games.