The Minnesota Frost are proving that elimination is just another opportunity to shine. After falling behind 1-0 to the Montreal Victoire in Game 4 of the PWHL semifinals on Friday night, the Frost stormed back with a thrilling 3-1 victory to force a decisive Game 5 back in Montreal.
The game started as a defensive battle, with both teams trading chances until Montreal forward Maureen Murphy finally broke the deadlock 41 minutes in. It looked like the Victoire might close out the series, but defender Sidney Morin had other plans. She erupted for two goals in under four minutes—including a power-play tally after Laura Stacey was called for roughing—completely flipping the momentum in Minnesota's favor. Morin's second goal proved to be the game-winner, showcasing the kind of clutch performance that defines playoff hockey.
In the final moments, Kelly Pannek, the league's leading scorer during the regular season, sealed the win with an empty-net goal, sending the Minnesota crowd into a frenzy. Goaltender Maddie Rooney was also a standout, making 29 saves on 30 shots while playing on back-to-back nights—a testament to her endurance and focus under pressure.
With this win, the Minnesota Frost improve to an incredible 5-0 when facing elimination in the playoffs. Game 5 in Montreal promises to be a must-watch showdown, as both teams battle for a spot in the finals. For fans of women's hockey, this series is delivering everything you could ask for: drama, resilience, and star power.
