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Muller's Shootout Goal Lifts Boston to PWHL Lead
1 Mar
Summary
- Boston Fleet secured a 3-2 shootout victory over Ottawa Charge.
- Alina Muller scored the decisive goal in the shootout.
- The win propels Boston to the top of the PWHL standings.
The Boston Fleet has taken sole possession of the PWHL lead after defeating the Ottawa Charge 3-2 in a thrilling Saturday matchup. Alina Muller and Hannah Brandt secured the victory for Boston in the shootout. Muller also scored in regulation, along with Abby Newhook. Goaltender Aerin Frankel was instrumental, making 23 saves to help Boston improve its record to 8-3-2-2.
Ottawa's Rebecca Leslie put up a strong fight, scoring twice for the Charge and bringing her season total to 10 goals, tying her for the league lead. Despite Leslie's efforts and 21 saves from Gwyneth Phillips, the Charge, now with a 4-5-1-7 record, could not overcome Boston's performance. The Fleet will next face New York on Thursday, while the Charge host Seattle on Wednesday.
