NORFOLK – The Trois-Rivières Lions (affiliate of the Montreal Canadiens) and the Norfolk Admirals (affiliate of the Winnipeg Jets) are set to resume their second-round playoff series tonight at Scope Arena. The series is currently tied 1–1 after the opening two games in Trois-Rivières.
Players to Watch – Trois-Rivières Lions:
- #18 Xavier Cormier – The Quebec-born forward leads the Lions in playoff scoring with 1 goal and 8 assists in 6 games. He netted the lone goal in Game 1’s shutout win over Norfolk.
- #2 Wyatt McLeod – A steady presence on the blue line, McLeod brings composure and poise, especially in high-pressure moments. His +8 rating is the best on the team during the postseason, highlighting his defensive efficiency and key presence during crucial goals.
- #10 Isaac Dufort – A perfect complement on the Lions' top line alongside Jakov Novak and Anthony Beauregard, Dufort brings physicality, relentless forechecking, and energy that powers the offensive engine of Trois-Rivières.
Players to Watch – Norfolk Admirals:
- #20 Ryan Chyzowski – A standout performer in Game 2, Chyzowski recorded a goal and an assist. He’s a physical forward who can make his presence felt across all zones.
- #25 Brandon Osmundson – The scrappy center plays a key role for Norfolk in the faceoff circle and on the penalty kill. He has one assist through the first two games of the series and continues to frustrate Trois-Rivières with his defensive awareness.
- #23 Josh McDougall – Alongside Carson Musser, McDougall forms one of the top shutdown defensive pairings in the ECHL. Their ability to neutralize scoring threats has been a major asset for Norfolk this season and throughout the playoffs.
The series will continue with Game 4 tomorrow night (Friday) and Game 5 on Sunday evening, both at Scope Arena in Norfolk.
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