Anna Segedi’s first PWHL goal ignited a third-period surge, leading the Vancouver Goldeneyes to a 5-2 victory over the New York Sirens and snapping a four-game losing streak in a pivotal standings clash.
The Vancouver Goldeneyes broke through with a 5-2 victory over the New York Sirens on Wednesday night, a critical win that snapped a four-game losing streak. The turning point? Anna Segedi skating onto the scoresheet for the first time in her young PWHL career.
Segedi’s milestone came early. Just 6:48 into the first period, she collected a pass from Michelle Karvinen and fired a shot from the low circle to put Vancouver up 2-0. That goal was more than a first—it was a spark for a team desperate to reverse its slide, as documented by the Associated Press women’s hockey hub.
The Goldeneyes added three more in the third period to pull away, with goals from Anna Shokhina, Sophie Jacques, and Tereza Vanisova. Mannon McMahon sealed it with an empty-netter. In net, Kristen Campbell stood tall, stopping 22 of 24 shots in her third consecutive start with starter Emerance Maschmeyer still day-to-day with an upper-body injury.
For the Sirens, Sarah Fillier and Anna Bargman scored, and rookie goaltender Kayle Osborne made 24 saves. But New York’s comeback bid fizzled after Bargman’s goal at 13:49 of the second drew them within one. They’ve now lost four straight on the road.
Power Play Glimmers in a Long Home Drought
One underlying story: Vancouver’s beleaguered power play showed signs of life. Shokhina’s first-period goal marked only the second time the Goldeneyes have scored on a power play at home this season. They entered the game 2-for-23 on home ice—a glaring weakness that, if even slightly improved, could change their fortunes. In a tight standings race, every special teams point matters.
A Standings Squeeze Play
The win moved seventh-place Vancouver within three points of New York. With both teams jockeying for position in the league’s crowded middle, this was a classic “four-point game” in spirit, even if the gap closed by just two in the standings. Vancouver snapped their skid; New York’s road woes deepen. The result creates a virtual tie in the playoff picture, increasing pressure on both benches as the season’s final stretch approaches.
The Third Period: Insurance and Statement
After New York clawed back to 3-2, Vancouver didn’t flinch. Vanisova’s goal at 5:27 of the third—a shot from the faceoff circle that deflectd off Osborne’s blocker and trickled in—provided crucial insurance. It was the kind of resilient response that separates teams on the bubble from those left behind. McMahon’s empty-netter later was the final exclamation point.
Upcoming Tests for Both Clubs
The Goldeneyes close a five-game homestand Saturday against the Minnesota Frost. For the Sirens, they return home to host the Seattle Torrent on March 25. Both games carry massive implications for the teams’ trajectories. Vancouver will look to build momentum; New York must halt their slide and fix a leaky road defense.
The Segedi goal, while a personal milestone, is now a team symbol. For a squad struggling to score consistently, a first from a depth player can unlock offensive confidence. Combined with Campbell’s steady goaltending and a rare power play conversion, the Goldeneyes found a formula. The question is whether this was a one-night spark or the start of a sustained climb out of the standings cellar.
For fans, the game raised familiar “what-if” questions: What if Maschmeyer returns sooner? Can New York’s road warriors finally find their form? Every goal from an unexpected source like Segedi fuels hope. The PWHL‘s parity means a single win can redefine a season’s narrative. Vancouver just wrote a new chapter.
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