Ottawa Rallies from 3-0 Hole to Top Toronto 4-3 in OT
In Toronto, Rebecca Leslie scored twice, including the game-winning goal in overtime, as the Ottawa Charge staged a dramatic comeback to defeat the Toronto Sceptres 4-3 on Tuesday night. The victory, secured on a power-play wrist shot 1:24 into the extra period, marked Ottawa's second consecutive overtime win in the Professional Women's Hockey League.
The Sceptres jumped out to a commanding 3-0 lead early in the second period, dominating play for the opening 25 minutes. Maggie Connors opened the scoring less than two minutes into the first period, followed by Daryl Watts's goal before the intermission to make it 2-0. Ella Shelton extended the advantage to 3-0 shortly after the second-period faceoff, putting Toronto in firm control.
Ottawa's response came swiftly. Just 14 seconds after Shelton's tally, Leslie cut the deficit to 3-1 with her first goal of the night, igniting the rally. The Charge, known for their rush-oriented style, capitalized on speed through the neutral zone to generate chances. Gabbie Hughes added a power-play goal later in the second, and Brooke Hobson tied the game at 3-3 in the third period at the 4:36 mark. Hobson skated around several defenders before...