Islanders Set to Face Eagles Back-To-Back in Sydney

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Islanders Set to Face Eagles Back-To-Back in Sydney

November 9, 2024 - Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL)
Charlottetown Islanders News Release


The Charlottetown Islanders are gearing up for a pair of high-stakes games this weekend against their familiar rivals, the Cape Breton Eagles, in what promises to be an emotional and intense matchup at the Centre 200 in Sydney.

Puck drops at 7 p.m. on Saturday night and 3 p.m. on Sunday afternoon as the Isles look to continue their momentum and establish themselves as the true hockey island.

Last weekend, the Isles hosted the Eagles at home in Charlottetown, where they delivered a thrilling 4-3 victory in the final seconds of Friday night's game. F Egor Goriunov clinched the win in dramatic fashion, scoring the game-winner with only 3.5 seconds left.

However, the Eagles came roaring back on Saturday, winning the second game in a hard-fought battle.

This weekend, both teams are eager to prove themselves, and with the series tied, the Isles are looking to pull ahead in the four-game regular season series.

One of the most compelling storylines heading into Saturday night is the return of Isles' G Nicolas Ruccia to Cape Breton. Ruccia spent the first four seasons of his career with the Eagles, making this a significant homecoming with friends, family, and familiar faces in the stands.

Known for his quick reflexes and commanding presence in net, Ruccia is eager to showcase his talents to his former team and fan base. With the intensity of a homecoming fueling him, Ruccia will be a formidable presence between the pipes for the Islanders, and his determination to win adds an extra edge to the weekend's games.

Adding to the Islanders' lineup, F Will Shields made his return to practice this week in a non-contact jersey after a recent injury. While it remains uncertain if he'll be in the lineup for game action, having Shields back on the ice has given the team a morale boost, and fans are hopeful to see him fully back soon.

With a 2-1 regular-season series lead on the line, the Isles are keen to prove themselves as the ultimate hockey island and solidify their edge over the Eagles. Expect a gritty, emotional weekend of hockey in Sydney as the Islanders aim to come home with a statement series win.

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