Eldridge, Frankel power Fleet to season finale victory
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Lowell, Mass. Jessie Eldridge scored the first of four Boston goals and Aerin Frankel made 30 saves to lead the Boston Fleet to a 4-0 victory over the New York Sirens on Saturday, closing the regular season. The win left Boston with a 16-5-4-5 record and preserved the team's chance to finish first if Seattle upsets Montreal.
Boston, Montreal and the two-time defending champion Minnesota Frost have clinched postseason spots, while Toronto and Ottawa were scheduled to play later Saturday for the final berth. Frankel recorded her eighth shutout and extended a scoreless streak against the Sirens to 130:54; Eldridge’s goal was her 14th of the season and seventh in eight games, with an assist from Megan Keller.
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Timeline
- 1. Regular season play produced team standings with Boston at 16-5-4-5.
- 2. Saturday: Boston Fleet defeated New York Sirens 4-0 in Lowell.
- 3. Frankel recorded 30 saves and her eighth shutout of the season.
- 4. Eldridge scored her 14th goal and seventh in eight games.
- 5. Seattle vs Montreal and Toronto vs Ottawa matches determine final seeding and last berth.
Why it matters
If you're a Boston Fleet fan, this victory is a big deal. It keeps the team's hopes alive for a first-place finish. The outcome of the Seattle vs Montreal game will be crucial. So, keep an eye on that match.
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