New York Sirens Triumph Over Montreal Victoire
In a thrilling face-off at Capital One Arena on Sunday, the New York Sirens triumphed over the Montreal Victoire with a score of 2-1, halting Montreal’s impressive three-game winning streak. Star players Kristýna Kaltounková and Anne Cherkowski each contributed a goal, while Kayle Osborne showcased an outstanding performance in goal, securing 31 saves for the Sirens.
Current Standings and Player Highlights
The Sirens (7-0-1-5), who have now won five out of their last six games, tallied a total of 22 points, positioning themselves just four points behind the Boston team leading the league and one point ahead of third-placed Minnesota. Kaltounková, who was the top overall pick in the 2025 PWHL draft, is currently tied for the league’s highest goal tally, boasting nine goals this season, level with Minnesota’s Kendall Coyne Schofield.
Match Highlights
The match’s excitement kicked off quickly as Kaltounková put New York on the board merely 84 seconds into play, converting a rebound off a shot from teammate Sarah Fillier. Fillier, additionally pivotal in the game, racked up two assists, underscoring her significant contribution to the team’s performance. Although the Sirens struggled with their power play this season, converting merely 5 out of 40 opportunities, Cherkowski’s goal with just over five minutes remaining in the second period gave the Sirens a critical 2-1 lead. This goal marked a milestone for Cherkowski, as it was her first in the league, stemming from a redirected shot by Levis.
Montreal Victoire’s Efforts
For the Victoire (5-2-0-5), Maggie Flaherty managed to net a late power-play goal in the first period to keep the match competitive. Montreal’s goaltender, Ann-Renée Desbiens, finished with 25 saves but couldn’t fend off the Sirens’ relentless attacks. The previous meeting between these two teams on November 25 ended in a 4-0 victory for Montreal, but the Sirens evened the series with a close 4-3 win at home on January 2, where Osborne achieved a career-high of 43 saves.
Looking Ahead
Looking ahead, the Montreal Victoire are scheduled to face off against Minnesota on Wednesday, while the New York Sirens will host Ottawa on Tuesday.
