Boston Fleet Falls to Toronto, Eldridge Shines

0:00On March 18th, here's the latest surrounding the NHL. The Boston Fleet started their three-game home stand with a two-nothing shutout loss to the Toronto Sceptors on Tuesday evening, March 17th, at Agnes Arena. Despite leading the professional women's hockey league standings with 39 points, the top team could in-generate much offense against the fourth-play Sceptors who have 28 points. Goldtender Aaron Frankl stopped 28 shots, but Toronto scored late to seal the win in what could preview a first-round playoff clash. The fleet played a gritty physical game, outfitting Toronto, 20-11, while trying to rattle their opponents and goalie. They pushed hard in front of a packed crowd, but lacked the finishing touch to answer back. A big debut came from forward Jesse Eldridge, who joined Boston in a recent trade from Seattle. She logged 20 minutes and 36 seconds of ice time on the second line with Ella Hubert and Alina Muller plus the top powerplay unit, signaling Coach Chris Barr's trust in her right away.

1:02Shea Maloney stood out for the fleet, earning two shorthanded breakaways in a game short on chances. Her strong penalty killing and physical presence showed why Boston's death can shine even on off-nights. Looking ahead, the fleet faced the league's bottom teams to wrap up the home stand. They host the Vancouver Golden Eyes on Saturday, March 21st at 2pm, then the Seattle Torrent on Tuesday, March 24th at 5pm. Mountain Daylight Time, both at Tonga Center and Lowell Massachusetts. This episode is proudly sponsored by our partner. When you want calm, do not reach for your phone. Lay back and listen, S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com. Made in AI.