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Montreal Victoire wins Game 3, leads PWHL semifinal

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St. Paul — Maggie Flaherty and Hayley Scamurra scored 24 seconds apart early in the second period, and Ann-Renée Desbiens made 27 saves as the Montreal Victoire beat the Minnesota Frost 2-1 on Thursday night in the PWHL playoffs. Sidney Morin opened the scoring for Minnesota 3:22 into the game before Montreal’s pair of quick second-period goals shifted the lead. The result gives Montreal a 2-1 lead in the best-of-five semifinal and marks the franchise’s first road playoff victory; Minnesota outshot Montreal 11-1 in the third and had an 18.2-second power play with a 6-on-4 late but failed to equalize. The series continues with the next scheduled game, where Minnesota faces the prospect of elimination if it does not win.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

Regular season: Minnesota led the league with 3.03 goals per game across 30 games.
Start of Game 3: Sidney Morin scored 3:22 into the game for Minnesota.
Early second period: Maggie Flaherty and Hayley Scamurra scored 24 seconds apart for Montreal.
Late third period: Minnesota had an 18.2-second power play and a 6-on-4 but failed to tie.
Outcome: Montreal won 2-1, its first road playoff win, and took a 2-1 series lead.

Why This Matters to You

This game is a turning point for Montreal Victoire, marking their first road playoff victory. If you're a fan, it's a moment of pride. If you're a Minnesota supporter, it's a wake-up call. Either way, it's a reminder that every second counts in sports.

The Bottom Line

Montreal's quick-fire goals and strong defense turned the tide in Game 3. Minnesota, despite leading the league in goals per game, now faces potential elimination. The next game is crucial. Worth forwarding if you know someone who loves a good comeback story.