URGENT UPDATE: Kristyna Kaltounkova scored two goals and Kayle Osborne delivered a stellar 31-save shutout, propelling the New York Sirens to a 2-0 victory over the Toronto Sceptres on July 25, 2023. This win marks the Sirens’ fourth consecutive victory, pushing them into second place in the PWHL standings, just one point behind the Boston Fleet.
The match took place at the Toronto Arena, where Kaltounkova showcased her skills early in the second period, tipping in a point shot courtesy of Jincy Roese just 2:50 in. Shortly after, she had a chance to extend the lead with a penalty shot due to a closing hand on puck infraction against Toronto’s Ella Shelton, but her shot struck the right post.
With only 6.5 seconds left on the clock, Kaltounkova sealed the game with an empty-net goal, demonstrating the Sirens’ resilience despite a late push from the Sceptres that saw them unable to find the back of the net against Osborne. Elaine Chuli made 20 saves for Toronto, but the team’s struggles continue, as they are now on a three-game losing streak.
“We had to stay focused under pressure, and our defense held strong,” said Sirens coach, reflecting on the team’s performance.
This victory is crucial for the Sirens, who have now surpassed the Minnesota Frost in the standings. Fans are eager to see if they can maintain this momentum as they approach the next match. With excitement building, all eyes will be on the Sirens as they look to continue their winning streak.
Stay tuned for further updates as the PWHL season unfolds!
