The Boston Fleet suffered a tough 4-2 loss to the Toronto Sceptres on Wednesday night at Agganis Arena, ending their nine-game point streak. Despite two goals from captain Hilary Knight, Boston couldn’t hold off Toronto’s late surge in the third period. The loss dropped the Fleet to third place in the PWHL standings, trailing Montreal and Toronto with five games left in the regular season. Knight, with 28 points, leads all PWHL skaters in scoring. Despite the setback, Knight emphasized the need to minimize mistakes and regroup for the remaining games.
Toronto’s Daryl Watts scored twice to secure the win, including the game-winning goal on a 5-on-3 power play late in the game. Boston goalie Aerin Frankel, who had a strong performance, couldn’t prevent Toronto’s late scoring barrage. The loss highlighted the importance of maintaining focus and discipline in crucial moments, as any slip-up can be costly in a competitive league like the PWHL.
Looking ahead, the Fleet will face the Ottawa Charge in their next game, aiming to bounce back from the defeat and solidify their playoff position. Coach Courtney Kessel emphasized the need for consistency and determination as the team navigates the final stretch of the regular season. Despite the setback, the Fleet remains optimistic about their postseason prospects and their ability to compete at a high level in the PWHL.
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