Roese's OT Goal Lifts Frost Past Victoire 5-4 in PWHL Semifinal Opener
Roese's OT Goal Lifts Frost Past Victoire 5-4 in PWHL Opener

The Minnesota Frost edged the Montreal Victoire 5-4 in overtime on Saturday, taking a 1-0 lead in the best-of-five PWHL semifinal series. The game featured a hat trick from Montreal's Stacey, but Frost's Roese scored the decisive goal in the extra period.

Game Summary

The Victoire jumped out to an early lead, but the Frost battled back to force overtime. Stacey's three goals highlighted Montreal's offensive effort, but Minnesota's balanced attack and timely scoring proved decisive.

Philips made 30 saves for the Frost, while the Victoire's goaltender stopped 28 shots. The series continues with Game 2 in Montreal on Monday.

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Key Performances

  • Stacey (Montreal): Hat trick, including two goals in the second period.
  • Roese (Minnesota): Overtime winner, her first playoff goal.
  • Philips (Minnesota): 30 saves, crucial in the third period and overtime.

The Frost look to build on this momentum, while the Victoire aim to even the series at home.

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