Sunday January 7

Islanders pull away after back and forth action with the Wild

(4)Wild vs Islanders( 8 )

The game was marked by back and forth scoring, at least in the first portion of the match. Once it hit the mid way mark, the turning point occurred. That’s when G.Santacroce highlighted his individual scoring prowess by striking three straight times in less than ten minutes. His exceptional performance not only energized his teammates, but also created a momentum shift that proved insurmountable for the Wild. Its not like the Wild don’t have the guns to put up some numbers. C.Decotis and S.Kalaydjian’s two goals a piece along with M.Estrela’s three helpers only suggests that the team has the ability to score at a decent rate. Maybe facing S.Catalano didn’t help their cause as the net minder was dialled in making one save look easier then the other. Despite the game unfolding with a series of impressive plays, the Wild fell flat like an open shaken coke can with no gas in their tank.

The Allo Mon Coco Ste Dorothee player of the game goes to Gaetano Santacroce of the Islanders.  His hat trick contributed significantly in his club securing a well deserved win over the Wild.

P.Petracionne’s playmaking brilliance propels Bruins to victory over Panthers

(2)Panthers vs Bruins(5)

In a compelling ball hockey matchup, the Bruins faced off against the Panthers, emerging victorious with a solid defensive effort that secured the win. Right-from the drop of the ball, both teams displayed a disciplined and effective strategy keeping the score line extremely low. The Bruins did jump ahead thanks to back to back tallies by the very same N.Macri. And although the Panthers thought they were headed in the right direction when T.Longhi broke the barrier, things didn’t quite pan out-from then on. The Bruins went on to add three more tallies by different players building a more than sufficient lead. He may not have scored, but P.Petraccione was behind orchestrating four of the five goals that went in. D.Geishecker-Cote also played a crucial role in the Bruins defence making key saves at the right moment. The teams overall defensive cohesion and commitment to a structured game plan laid the foundation for their convincing 5-2 win.

The Allo Mon Coco Ste Dorothee player of the game goes to Pat Petraccione of the Bruins. The veteran was a play making maestro, setting up four of the five goals that fuelled the Bruins to an impressive victory.

Flyers storm out of gate securing an easy victory over the Kraken

(10)Flyers vs Kraken(4)

Throughout the match, the Flyers offensive prowess shone brightly, as they skilfully manoeuvred the ball and created scoring opportunities. The game was barely twenty minutes old, and the Flyers ran up the score striking six times for a commanding 6-1 lead. Despite the Kraken pushing pack on a pair of tallies, the Flyers maintained their dominance, combining speed, agility, and accurate shooting to widen the gap on the scoreboard. When scoring that many, certain players tend to up their game. D.Fortier had a productive night scoring once while setting up four goals. The Flyers did have the luxury of a key spare helping them out. S.Kalaydjian was a driving force as well bagging four tallies in the first portion of the game. No matter how hard the Kraken tried to slow down the Flyers,  they always had an answer. While the Flyers were extremely pleased with their overall performance, the Kraken will need to put this one behind them, and focus on only what’s ahead in a young regular season.

The Allo Mon Coco Ste Dorothee player of the game goes to Danny Fortier of the Flyers. Throughout the entire game, D.Fortier proved to be a key play maker for the Flyers setting up four goals as part of a five point display.

Blackhawks stage comeback but succumb to Sabres in nail biter

( 8 ) Sabres vs Blackhawks(7)

In a roller coaster of a ballhockey showdown, the Blackhawks overcame a slow start to mount a thrilling comeback, only to fall short in an intense 8-7 loss to the Sabres. The game was a showcase of resilience, skill and dramatic momentum swings that had the players and fans on the edge of their seats. The first portion saw the Sabres take advantage of the Blackhawks slow start building a 3-1 lead. However, the Blackhawks gradually settled into the game, tightening their defense and showing glimpses of their offensive capabilities. D.Greco and E.Allen are the engines that generate and create most of the chances as both players made a mark combining for eight points. Still, nothing was close-from being settled as the game took turns with so much unpredictability.  It can be argued that the turning point occurred in a small five minute stretch where the Sabres went on a scoring spree rattling off four markers that saw J.Testa cash in twice only 30 seconds apart. M.Valmora was also a major influence in the final result as the veteran collected four points that included the winner. In eth end, the Sabres managed to secure a narrow 8-7 victory, narrowly fending off the Blackhawks spirited comeback attempt.

The Allo Mon Coco Ste Dorothee player of the game goes to Mike Valmora of the Sabres. No question he played a pivotal role generating a clutch play late in the game as part of an impressive four point production.

Kings stage nice little comeback, seal overtime victory over Predators with T.Settino’s heroics

(4)Predators vs Kings(5) O.T

The game showed a promising start for the Predators as they mounted a quick 3-0 lead just shy of the twelve minute mark. It was clear that the Kings faced an uphill battle, but they refused to back down. As the momentum gradually shifted, the Kings found their rhythm, displaying tenacious defense, and launching a relentless offensive assault. As likely expect by many, T.Settino emerged as the catalyst for the Kings resurgence, contributing both as a goal scorer and a play maker. His dynamic performance included precise passes that set up S.Lauricella twice while converting on two occasions that included the sudden death winner. Throughout the entire match, the Kings never once trailed, and only took their first lead when it mattered the most. It was a comeback victory that marked a memorable moment for a side that never gave up. Although the loss may a have felt like a heart break if you’re the Predators, this contest could have easily gone either way as both sides showed incredible determination in their quest to victory.

The Allo Mon Coco Ste Dorothee player of the game goes to Tony Settino of the Kings. In the overtime period, T.Settino once again took centre stage, posting his fourth point to cap off a hard fought come -from behind win.

Canadiens triumph in wild win over the Red Wings

(7)Red Wings vs Canadiens(9)

If your into an abundance of goals, exciting plays, and back and forth momentum this contest lived up to the hype. The game kicked off with both teams showcasing their offensive firepower, trading goals in a paced pace affair. The goaltenders faced a barrage of shots as the score quickly escalated. At no point did the intensity drop as both sides made it clear they were in it for the long haul. Eventually, one of the two teams would find a way to break through and take advantage. The contest was deadlocked 6-6 before the Canadiens went on a massive tear notching three goals in a very short span. The sequence featured S.Marricco collecting his hat trick, and M.Paciencia dominating the pace with his fifth point of the game. The sudden collapse left the Red Wings in a difficult spot knowing that time was their worse enemy. As much as they attempted to battle back, C.Stamadianos was there to shut the door for nearly ten straight minutes which was more than sufficient to secure the win.

The Allo Mon Coco Ste Dorothee player of the game goes to Michel Paciencia of the Canadiens. His five point performance was a defining factor in the Canadiens victory. As his team celebrated, M.Paciencia’s contributions were rightfully acknowledged, leaving a lasting impression on the memorable win.