In Professional Women’s Hockey League action on Tuesday, the New York Sirens triumphed over the Sceptres with a 2-0 victory in Toronto. Kristýna Kaltounkova netted two goals, while Kayle Osborne recorded a 31-save shutout for New York, extending their winning streak to four games. Toronto’s Elaine Chuli made 20 saves but couldn’t prevent the Sceptres from suffering their third consecutive defeat.
Kaltounkova scored her first goal by deflecting a point shot from Jincy Roese early in the second period. Despite missing a penalty shot opportunity shortly after, she sealed the win with an empty-net goal in the final seconds of the game.
The Sirens capitalized on their chances, securing the win and moving up to the second spot in the PWHL standings, trailing the Boston Fleet by just one point. Toronto struggled to convert prime scoring opportunities, allowing New York to clinch the victory.
The key moment in the game was Kaltounkova’s crucial tip-in goal, providing New York with the necessary cushion to hold off Toronto’s late push. Daryl Watts showcased impressive form with a five-game point streak and a near-record goal streak, setting up an exciting matchup for the Sirens against the Minnesota Frost on Jan. 16, while the Sceptres will face off against the Boston Fleet on Jan. 14.