Monday March 27
Knights offence firing on all cylinders as they sweep the United Arms
The Knights have been fielding different line-ups lately and still yielding the same results. With so many offensive weapons at their disposal, they usually score by committee and tonight was no different as eight different goal scorers found the back of the net. The United Arms were still searching for their first points of the season and managed to hold the fort for the majority of the first game, only losing by a goal. Game 2 was a different story as the Knights stormed out to a six goal first period and never looked back, as the flood gates opened, with D.Guarnieri leading the charge with a five point performance, which included a hat trick. The United Arms did all they could to stop the relentless offence the Knights possess, but to no avail.
(4) RCGT Knights vs United Arms (3)
(9) RCGT Knights vs United Arms (2)
Hotly contested games between Brodie Boys & The Diabetoz Angels end in split
As the regular season winds down, and with every team fighting for playoff positioning, every game, every shift, every goal becomes that much more crucial as points become harder to come by. In what proved to be a stingy low scoring affair, this match-up featured stellar goaltending, high intensity, and timely goal scoring. With plenty of back-and-forth action and with both teams fighting and scraping for every inch, it became that much more important to get on the board first. Brodie boys captured game 1 on a late tally by L.Velenosi to break the deadlock, with P.Stroubakis adding an insurance marker. Game 2 featured more drama as the teams were tied late and headed for a shootout until J.Zervakos provided the heroics by scoring with 4 seconds remaining sealing the victory. There was no love lost between these 2 teams, as both teams gave everything they had.
(2) Brodie Boys vs Diabetoz Angels (0)
(1) Brodie Boys vs Diabetoz Angels (2)
Dragons prove too much to handle as they sweep both encounters
As they have shown on numerous occasions, Country Club will always be ready for any challenge. They knew they’d be in tough and would have to play a flawless system, to compete with the firepower the Dragons have. Defending a team like the Dragons is extremely tough as you can’t really focus on 1 or 2 players, since they come at you in waves, with many weapons at their disposal. Transition play is the Dragon’s specialty, and it was on full display. Game 1 was dictated by their ball possession and high level passing resulting in a 7-1 rout, with A.Mirolla, & J.Mandracchia combining for 9 points. In game 2, the goalies were left high and dry as defense was an afterthought. Credit the Country Club for showing their character and grit, by providing a better effort and narrowing the gap, even if it was in a losing cause.
(7) Dragons vs Country Club (1)
(9) Dragons vs Country Club (6)
Strong forecheck and short bench sinks Assadi
The Snipers are a tough team to play against, since they will chase down every ball, and apply constant forechecking pressure by grinding out balls in the corners. Assadi knew they had to keep it simple and stick to playing a defensive minded game since their line-up was depleted. Game 1 was a close affair, settled in a shootout, with A. Sayed getting the game winner and M.St-Laurent stopping all 3 shooters for the Snipers. Game 2 was a different story and with their short bench, the Snipers took full advantage. Assadi had a hard time being first on the ball and were forced to chase rather than dictate, with fatigue being a major factor. It was only a regular season game and key elements were missing, but the Snipers showed they can compete and shouldn’t be taken lightly.
(2) Assadi Consulting Inc vs Snipers (3) S.O.
(2) Assadi Consulting Inc vs Snipers (6)
Match-up between division leaders favors the Classics
Bragging rights were on the line in this highly anticipated match-up between the 2 division leaders. This contest did not disappoint, as ETNA held their own vs the reigning champs. Missing a few key pieces, ETNA had to rely on playing a boring style of hockey if they wanted to contain the Classics. Game 1 had ETNA grab an early lead only to relinquish it quickly after, with the Classics deploying their usual brand of up tempo, run and gun style lead by the usual suspects. Captain M.Stoico had a only a few minutes to rally his troops and adjust his game plan. Game 2 was a much closer contest, with both teams tied heading into the late stages, until M.Mavroudis rescued his club by scoring what proved to be the game winning goal. Despite missing some valuable resources, ETNA managed to give the Classics a run for their money and will be a formidable opponent in the playoffs.
(2) ETNA vs Classics (5)
(1) ETNA vs Classics (2)
SalumiVino: Player of the week: M. St-Laurent, who put on a clinic and stood on his head with his superb goaltending, allowing The Snipers to pick up some valuable points vs a tough opponent
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