"Look, it’s a heck of an accomplishment for those three and a testament to the work the entire group put in this week," Coach Maltais said, a glint of satisfaction in his eyes. "Kauke was a force multiplier, Domaracki was a rock on both ends, and Wysoglad gave us exactly what we needed in the crease – calm and competence.

A defenseman who produces four points in a weekend is doing so through superior skill and hockey IQ. Domaracki’s performance was a showcase of poise, vision, and, most importantly, activation. He didn't wait for the game to come to him; he attacked it.

“This was not pretty. We came here looking for redemption, and instead, we handed them goals on a platter..."

The only reason the Cougars were still in the fight was the unbelievable performance of netminder Aidan Wysoglad (No. 35). This kid was locked in...