March 13th, 18:00, Odesa, Palace of Sports. Broadcast: YouTube Setanta Sports
Series score – 2:0
Since today, the semi-final series between Storm and Kyiv Capitals will be moving to Odesa. Vadym Shakhraichuk’s team has already completed training on the ice at the Palace of Sports and will be heading into the match tomorrow as the team currently leading the series. However, the two hard-fought victories achieved so far are only half the battle. Our team is determined to give their all in the upcoming away matches.
In the previous encounter, the opponents were unable to determine a winner within the regulation 60 minutes for the third time. The previous two instances resulted in thrilling shootouts, with each team claiming victory once. The play-off format ensures a much longer and intense overtime, where in the 13th minute, Serhii Chernenko secured the win for Capitals.
Let’s pay attention for the statistical leaders of this series. Among Vadym Shakhraichuk’s players, the standout performer is the forward, Yang Hu, with three goals and two assists. On the other side, Viktor Nikonov has been the top scorer for Oleksandr Bobkin’s team with three goals. Daniil Skorokhod has also contributed significantly with three points (1 goal + 2 assists). The real question remains – who will step up in today`s match? Only time will tell!
It’s worth mentioning that our game will not be the only one in the Thursday program. Due to the prolonged air alarm in Poltava region, a third meeting between Kremenchuk and Sokil will be ended at 11:00. After nearly two periods, hosts are leading with a score of 4:1 (with Andrii Sriubko’s team also holding a 2:0 lead in the series).
