Vipers Blank Powell River 2-0
October 15, 2017
by Vernon Vipers
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The Vipers scored a powerplay goal from Jack Judson, an even strength marker from Brett Stapley and Ty Taylor turned away 35 saves for his 2nd shutout of the season as the Vernon Vipers defeated the Powell River Kings 2-0 at Kal Tire Place.
The first period was simply two good teams going head to head. There were plenty of hances at both ends as both goaltenders looked locked in. Ty Taylor and Mitch Adamyk thwarted the oppositions offense at every turn. The Viper powerplay went 0 for 1, but their PK stopped two Powell River chances, a narrative that would continue through the rest of the hockey game. The shots finished 12-11 in favour of the Snakes.
The Vipers penalty kill was a big reason the Vipers had success in the second period. That spurred the Snakes on as their powerplay connected for the second straight game as Jack Judson put home his 5th goal of the season after a nice pass from Tanner Wishnowski. Ty Taylor and the penalty kill were tested in sequence as the Kings had a handful of chances on the powerplay. Most notably, Carter Turnbull who had an empty net, but misfired. That kill was important as Brett Stapley was sprung on a breakaway out of the penalty box and as he was hauled down, the puck crossed the line as Stapley slid into the goalie. The officials would discuss the play, but in the end it was called a goal and the Vipers took a 2-0 lead into the dressing room after 2 periods.
In the third, the Kings, as expected came out motivated to equalize the game. The Vipers were able to minimize the grade A chances, despite their PK being tested. The Vipers controlled the puck when possible and squeezed up in the neutral zone to minimize the potent transition game of Powell River. The Vipers had a few chances of their own, but the goaltending at both ends was outstanding. Despite a late flurry from the Kings, the Vipers blocked some big shots and got some big saves from Ty Taylor who finished the night with 35 saves for his 6th win of the year. The final score was 2-0 as the Vipers took both games this weekend.
The Vipers will wrap up their 3 game homestand next Saturday against the Surrey Eagles.
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Great game to watch even though the zebras tried to be the center of attention. When was the last time you were at a game where five 10 minute misconducts were called plus one game misconduct? The irony is that there was very little emotion or animosity between the players,they just wanted to play the game. I think this was a little too much at a time when teams are trying to get fans into the seats. Please Let Them Play!!!
ReplyDeleteTy Taylor reminds me of another great goaltender, Billy Smith, known as the hatchet man with the New York Islanders. Billy Smith if you came into his crease with agression, you would expect a stick or his blocker in your face. The NHL'ers of that time period certainly respected Billy for his tenacious defending of his crease. Ty Taylor reminds me alot of his respect for his crease present tense. Go, Ty, Go., you are doing a great job and the fans appreciate it.
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