Knight scores twice as Fleet defeat Sirens 4-1

The Boston Fleet continued their dominance over the New York Sirens with a 4-1 victory on Monday, thanks to two goals from Hilary Knight and a stellar performance from goaltender Aerin Frankel. This win marked the fourth consecutive victory for Boston in their season series against New York in the Professional Women’s Hockey League.

Hilary Knight, who now has eight goals on the season, played a crucial role in Boston’s win. She not only scored two goals in the game but also recorded an assist, maintaining her impressive performance against New York this season. Alina Muller opened the scoring for Boston with her fourth goal of the season, showcasing the Fleet’s offensive depth.

Aerin Frankel once again stood tall in net for Boston, making 35 saves in the game. Frankel’s consistency and ability to make key saves have been instrumental in Boston’s recent success. She now shares the league lead with nine games of 25 or more saves, highlighting her importance to the team.

Boston’s strong defensive play limited New York to just one goal in the game, continuing their trend of solid defensive performances. The Fleet have outscored the Sirens 15-5 in their season series, showcasing their dominance over their rivals.

The next matchup between Boston and New York is set to take place in Buffalo on Sunday as part of the PWHL Takeover Tour. With Boston riding a four-game winning streak against New York, they will look to continue their momentum and extend their lead in the season series.

Overall, Boston’s victory over New York highlighted their offensive firepower, defensive prowess, and strong goaltending. As they continue to string together wins, the Fleet are proving to be a formidable force in the PWHL, setting their sights on a successful season ahead.