Toronto Patriots blows out Burlington, 4-0
The Toronto Patriots Patriots had a two-goal lead after two periods and cruised the rest of the way en route to a 4-0 win over the Burlington Cougars.
Jordan Oshowy had two goals to lead Toronto Patriots to victory. Oshowy scored on the power play at 11:49 into the first period to make the score 1-0 Toronto Patriots and again while 34 seconds into the third to make the score 3-0 Toronto Patriots.
The Patriots' penalty kill was spotless, allowing no goals on four Burlington power plays. Toronto Patriots' defensive play was more effective than usual against Burlington. The Patriots average 2.7 goals allowed per game. Toronto Patriots kept the Cougars' goalie busy throughout the game, and Joe Noonan made 33 saves on 37 shots.
Toronto Patriots additionally got points from Nathan Feric, who also racked up one goal and one assist. Toronto Patriots also got a goal from Luke Carter as well. In addition, Toronto Patriots received assists from Nicholas Geiser, who had two and Brett Markham, Niko Kovachis, Nicholas Ursitti, and Quinn Syrydiuk, who each chipped in one.
Burlington's offense operated below its season average. The Cougars put an average of 2.5 pucks into the net per game.
Emanuel Vella made 20 saves for the Patriots on 20 shots. Toronto Patriots incurred 16 minutes in penalty time with three minors. Burlington incurred 20 minutes in penalty time with five minors.
