Marie-Philip Poulin scored the winning goal at 4:02 of the third overtime period, leading the Montreal Victoire to a 1-0 victory over the Minnesota Frost in Game 2 of the PWHL semifinals.
The game took place early Tuesday in Laval, Quebec. This win marks Poulin’s first career playoff goal in the PWHL.
The match was intense, with both teams combining for 90 shots and going without a regulation goal. Ann-Renee Desbiens made 38 saves to secure a shutout for the Victoire.
Poulin’s dramatic shot came six periods into the game. She appeared to be limping and in pain at times, but it did not affect her performance when it mattered most.
The series is now tied at 1-1. The Frost had previously won Game 1 on Saturday, 5-4, also in overtime.
This was notable as it marked the seventh consecutive playoff game requiring overtime for the Frost. They are no strangers to high-pressure situations.
Maddie Rooney, goalie for the Frost, made 51 saves in the loss. Despite her efforts, her team could not find the back of the net.
Next Steps:
- Game 3 of the series is scheduled for Thursday at the Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul, Minnesota.
- Frost forward Britta Curl-Salemme served a one-game suspension during this match.
- The outcome of Game 3 will be critical for both teams as they vie for a spot in the finals.