The Ottawa Charge, a team in the Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL), secured a crucial 2-1 victory over the Montreal Victoire on May 18, 2026, in game 3 of the playoff series. This win helped the Charge avoid elimination and maintain their playoff hopes. The game was action-packed with several noteworthy moments, including impressive saves and standout performances from both teams. This victory will be a significant factor in determining the final standings and playoff picture, as the season approaches its exciting conclusion.
Ottawa Charge avoid elimination with a 2-1 win over Montreal in PWHL Walter Cup playoff hockey action in Ottawa on Monday, May 18, 2026. \r\n\r\n Ottawa Charge goalie Gwyneth Philips (33) makes a save on a shot from Montreal Victoire forward Marie-Philip Poulin (29) as defence Brooke Hobson (11) looks on during first period game 3 PWHL Walter Cup playoff hockey action in Ottawa, Monday May 18, 2026.
\r\n\r\nOttawa Charge forward Fanuza Kadirova (71) collides with Montreal Victoire defence Jessica DiGirolamo (22) during first period game 3 PWHL Walter Cup playoff hockey action in Ottawa, Monday May 18, 2026. \r\n\r\nOttawa Charge forward Emily Clark (26) tried to put the puck past Montreal Victoire goalie Ann-Renee Desbiens (35) under pressure from defence Amanda Boulier (44) during first period game 3 PWHL Walter Cup playoff hockey action in Ottawa, Monday May 18, 2026.
\r\n\r\nOttawa Charge's Emma Greco (25) collides with Montreal Victoire forward Natalie Mlynkovs (96) as teammate Katerina Mrazova (16) looks on during first period game 3 PWHL Walter Cup playoff hockey action in Ottawa, Monday May 18, 2026. Greco was assessed a tripping penalty on the play.
\r\n\r\nMontreal Victoire defence Nicole Gosling (61) looks on as goalie Ann-Renee Desbiens (35) battles with Ottawa Charge forward Emily Clark (26) for the puck during second period game 3 PWHL Walter Cup playoff hockey action in Ottawa, Monday May 18, 2026. \r\n\r\nMontreal Victoire defence Maggie Flaherty (91) collides with Ottawa Charge forward Rebecca Leslie (37) during second period game 3 PWHL Walter Cup playoff hockey action in Ottawa, Monday May 18, 2026.
\r\n\r\nMontreal Victoire forward Hayley Scamurra (16) scores on Ottawa Charge goalie Gwyneth Philips (33) in front of forward Lina Ljungblom (25) during third period game 3 PWHL Walter Cup playoff hockey action in Ottawa, Monday May 18, 2026. \r\n\r\nOttawa Charge forward Rebecca Leslie (37) celebrates her game winning goal with teammates during third period game 3 PWHL Walter Cup playoff hockey action against the Montreal Victoire in Ottawa, Monday May 18, 2026.
The Charge defeated the Victoire 2-1 to keep their playoff hopes alive. \r\n\r\nOttawa Charge goalie Gwyneth Philips (33) celebrates as the final horn sounds during third period game 3 PWHL Walter Cup playoff hockey action in Ottawa, Monday May 18, 2026. The Charge defeated the Victoire 2-1. \r\n\r\nOttawa Charge goalie Gwyneth Philips (33) celebrates with teammates after defeating the Montreal Victoire 2-1 in game 3 PWHL Walter Cup playoff hockey action in Ottawa, Monday May 18, 2026
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