Montreal Victoire Defeats Toronto Sceptres 4-2

In a thrilling PWHL matchup on Wednesday, Marie-Philip Poulin led the Montreal Victoire to a 4-2 victory over the Toronto Sceptres at Rogers Arena, scoring two goals, including a remarkable shot from her knees. The game attracted a packed crowd of 19,038, setting a new record for women's professional hockey attendance, surpassing the Vancouver Canucks' season high. Poulin's first goal, which gave Montreal a 3-0 lead, showcased her extraordinary skill and strength, further solidifying her status as a hockey legend. Alongside Poulin, Mikyla Grant-Mentis and Claire Dalton contributed to the scoring, while Ann-Renée Desbiens made 29 saves in goal for the Victoire. Despite a strong push from the Sceptres in the third period, which included a power-play goal, they were unable to equalize as Poulin secured the win with an empty-net goal. This match was part of the PWHL's Takeover Tour, aimed at expanding the league's reach across North America.