The Etobicoke Dolphins delivered a commanding performance from start to finish, cruising to a 6-0 victory over the Ottawa Senators in U22 Elite action. The tone was set early as the Dolphins unleashed a relentless offensive attack, outshooting the Senators 17-7 in the opening period. Their pressure paid off when Adrianna Milani opened the scoring with an even-strength goal just over three minutes in. The Senators' penalty troubles began soon after, with Megan Hayes taking a boarding minor, and the Dolphins capitalized. In the final seconds of the period, Sofia Ismael found the back of the net on the power play, with helpers from Rachel Piggott and Megan Mossey, to double the lead and put the Senators firmly on their heels.
The second period saw more of the same, with the Dolphins continuing to control the play and the Senators struggling to stay out of the penalty box. Cross-checking minors to Tessa Hubbard and Lily Shannon hampered any chance of building momentum. Sofia Ismael struck again midway through the frame, netting her second of the game to extend the lead to 3-0. Despite a few power-play opportunities of their own, the Senators could not solve Dolphins goaltender Maija St-Pierre, who was perfect on the night, turning aside all 19 shots she faced to earn the shutout.
Any lingering hope for Ottawa was extinguished in a dominant third-period display by Etobicoke. The Dolphins added three more goals, including a shorthanded marker from Adrianna Milani for her second of the contest. Megan Mossey then took over, scoring two goals in a span of just 19 seconds, with Madeline McCullough assisting on both. The Senators' offense was completely stifled, managing only two shots in the final frame, while their penalty kill was kept busy. In the end, the story was one of complete control by the Dolphins, who showcased their offensive depth and defensive discipline in a comprehensive road win.
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