The Cornell University men’s ice hockey team is jubilant following their recent victory, propelling them into the NCAA regional finals and positioning them just one win away from the Frozen Four. The hard-fought triumph over Maine showcased the Cornell team’s resilience in the face of Maine’s formidable speed throughout the game. Despite the challenges, the team emerged victorious with a 3-1 score, attributed to an outstanding performance by junior forward, Sullivan Mack, and junior goaltender, Ian Shane, who made an impressive 31 saves.
The game commenced with a dramatic delay of 90 minutes due to the preceding semifinal game between Massachusetts and Denver extending into double overtime. Maine’s starting goaltender, Albin Boija, was unable to play due to illness, resulting in Victor Ostman, a senior player, seizing the opportunity to assume the role of the starting goaltender.
Although Maine displayed a strong start, it was Cornell that managed to take the lead, with junior forward Kyle Penney netting the first goal of the game. This was followed by a successful penalty kill by Cornell, effectively thwarting Maine’s relentless offensive efforts. As the game progressed, Cornell’s dominance became evident, culminating in junior forward Sullivan Mack’s two impressive goals that ultimately secured the team’s well-deserved victory.
The triumphant outcome against Maine has guaranteed Cornell a place in the Springfield regional final, where they are slated to face off against Denver in a highly anticipated match-up. Focused on reaching the Frozen Four, the Cornell men’s ice hockey team is poised to exert maximum effort in the upcoming game.
Supporters of the Cornell men’s ice hockey team can anticipate an enthralling match scheduled for Saturday, with puck drop set for 4 p.m. as Cornell contends against Denver in the Springfield regional final. As the team advances towards the Frozen Four, their recent conquest over Maine has undoubtedly set the stage for an exhilarating showdown that fans would not want to miss.